With the effect of 1st august , we've changed link .
http://www.manjusriband.blogspot.com
and this blog is officially closed,
thank you for your understanding !
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Not purposely over-posting sha , (:
please look at her post by scrolling down to the next post .
Going to post the band schedule for the june holidays ,
Wednesday ( 03/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Friday ( 05/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday ( 10/06/09 ) : no band
Friday ( 12/06/09 ) : 1 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday ( 17/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Friday ( 19/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Announcements
Main band : Please send joey( horn) your instrument details for example, serial number, brand of instrument . please send her as soon as possible as it's urgent and she need to give the information to Mr Yeo on Wednesday
Band : Please pass $20 and your tee shirt size to yongyi if you don't have a band tee
& Belated birthday to Mr foo if he ever sees this (:
Lilian ,
Clarinet (:
please look at her post by scrolling down to the next post .
Going to post the band schedule for the june holidays ,
Wednesday ( 03/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Friday ( 05/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday ( 10/06/09 ) : no band
Friday ( 12/06/09 ) : 1 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday ( 17/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Friday ( 19/06/09 ) : 9 am - 5 pm
Announcements
Main band : Please send joey( horn) your instrument details for example, serial number, brand of instrument . please send her as soon as possible as it's urgent and she need to give the information to Mr Yeo on Wednesday
Band : Please pass $20 and your tee shirt size to yongyi if you don't have a band tee
& Belated birthday to Mr foo if he ever sees this (:
Lilian ,
Clarinet (:
Dear Band,
This is going to be my last ever post on this band blog. I’ll be writing this just for you guys to hear out my thoughts, feelings and reflections as a once upon a time Band Major of Manjusri Secondary School.
In these 4 years, I have had my fair share of good days and bad. The times we had intensive practices, tedious trainings and many criticisms that affected our morale. It was indeed a roller coaster ride. Did we give up? NO! Did we resign our fate? NO! We worked extremely hard and yes, we proved others that we are not just a bronze band. We still showed up for School Anniversary and performed our best to bring happiness to the school. Everyone loved our performance with all those crazy gimmicks. This shows how much we as a band had worked together to make the performance a good one.
As the saying goes "All for one, one for all" or our band believe “ ONE BAND,ONE SOUND!”
In band, we were given opportunities to participate in school events, public performances and competitions. Through all these, it gained me much exposure, allowed to develop leadership qualities and also enchanted my music abilities. I can remember vividly the collective joy and triumphant feeling, aide our bond grow stronger. The good times makes me want to remain a band member so I wouldn’t have to be left out from all the fun. Unfortunately, all good things come to an end. It’s hard to say goodbye, and what's left are only the beautiful memories.
Last but not least, band made me realize the importance of friendship and teamwork. A piece of music would be incomplete without a particular person/instrument/section. Each of us plays an important role in music production. Music is just the same as friendship. If we choose to take it for granted, we will never gain anything from it.
Now i would like to take this opportunity to thank several people who accompanied me through this exhilarating journey. Our conductor, Mr Foo, for his endless guidance and patience. If not for him, our achievements would be unattainable. The teachers in charge, for their continual support and motivation. Band wouldn’t be what it is today without their efficiency. The leaders and committee members for the unselfish contributions and commitment to the band. And most importantly, the rest of the band members for their participation and commitment to the band.
"No one can whistle a symphony. It takes an orchestra to play it."
Here's to you my fellow band mates, You guys are truly amazing. Thank you. Learn and pick up the good things and teachings from the graduating seniors. We are not what we are now without them and their hardwork. Yeah! Now that everything's changing in the band i hope the new committee members and exco-members will work hard and do their best in their post. Listen to one another, work together as one and you guys will never go wrong. I believe and I have faith in you guiys Manjusri band. I've done my part, so now its your turn, each and everyone of you. Doesn't matter if you are weak or strong, if you do things as one, it'll be definitely strong. Take care.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! STUDY HARD&SMART TOO!
Sha'abaniah. (Ex-Band Major)
Friday, May 22, 2009
Hey Manjusri Concert Band,
Today, as i step up as the Assistant BandMajor, I will be assist Yanda closely as much as i can, trying to make our further band practices more fun and exciting for you all!
For today onwards, it will be totally different, compared to the days we used to have.
Every wednesday practice, although i couldn't make it, but i will attend all the practices except wednesday!
Ok, less craps now.
Last time, to me Band is a waste of time. But when the time passes, when my mind became mature, my thinking changed totally. Uhhuh. Because i always think i know everything already.*
I could play, but it is the matter how well you can play. I can play whole chunk of rubbish, it's still considered as playing.
But if I lay down my time, and start practicing hard for each of my sectionals, I can perfect my tone and get the right pitch everytime!
If we have the right pitch, now we strive for a nice tone.
A nice and sweet tone.
This takes time, and practices.
So every practice, before we come to band practice, we must have our mind SET.
Eg. Ok, today i want perfect my Bb major scale.
So this practice, i will keep practicing my Bb major scale throughout, getting the right sound and nice tone.
Until it's perfect, you have reached your target of the practice.
So every practice, keep having a target to aim for.
At the end of the day, you will bring home the things you had spent time practice with.
I can assure you, you will be smiling all the way till home :)
The next practice, eg.
Mryeo: Now you play your Bb major scale to me now.
Me: *play*
Mryeo: WOW *clap*
Me: Happy!
You see now, you have the satisfaction of having practices!
So now, under my lead,
I hope that you members, will think of a target to head towards for each practice.
Practice hard hard, and you will get somewhere over the rainbow. I can assure you man.
We the 4 new elected leaders, will try our best to lead you all well, but pls trust our qualities.
Stay happy with us for the future band practices! :D
Regards,
Yinkai
Today, as i step up as the Assistant BandMajor, I will be assist Yanda closely as much as i can, trying to make our further band practices more fun and exciting for you all!
For today onwards, it will be totally different, compared to the days we used to have.
Every wednesday practice, although i couldn't make it, but i will attend all the practices except wednesday!
Ok, less craps now.
Last time, to me Band is a waste of time. But when the time passes, when my mind became mature, my thinking changed totally. Uhhuh. Because i always think i know everything already.*
I could play, but it is the matter how well you can play. I can play whole chunk of rubbish, it's still considered as playing.
But if I lay down my time, and start practicing hard for each of my sectionals, I can perfect my tone and get the right pitch everytime!
If we have the right pitch, now we strive for a nice tone.
A nice and sweet tone.
This takes time, and practices.
So every practice, before we come to band practice, we must have our mind SET.
Eg. Ok, today i want perfect my Bb major scale.
So this practice, i will keep practicing my Bb major scale throughout, getting the right sound and nice tone.
Until it's perfect, you have reached your target of the practice.
So every practice, keep having a target to aim for.
At the end of the day, you will bring home the things you had spent time practice with.
I can assure you, you will be smiling all the way till home :)
The next practice, eg.
Mryeo: Now you play your Bb major scale to me now.
Me: *play*
Mryeo: WOW *clap*
Me: Happy!
You see now, you have the satisfaction of having practices!
So now, under my lead,
I hope that you members, will think of a target to head towards for each practice.
Practice hard hard, and you will get somewhere over the rainbow. I can assure you man.
We the 4 new elected leaders, will try our best to lead you all well, but pls trust our qualities.
Stay happy with us for the future band practices! :D
Regards,
Yinkai
Hey band, yanda here.
Today's POP is quite a success, hope everyone is happy with their ranks. From now on there will be a change in ranking system, we will judge you guys by attendance, conduct etc and not by level. This is more fair to the rest.
Although Mr Foo have left us, but he will still be in our heart for a very long time.Well, as what Mr yeo said, there will be a change in the system so everyone be prepared for changes and there will be lots of work. We got to kick the old habit away which is coming band just on time, we got to come earlier so that we can start on time and end on time. Band practices can be fun but when come to serious playing, stay focus. We got to change to adapt to the 21st century. We as leaders will make sure everyone enjoys band and at the same time improve in our character developement and playing. How to enjoy? we must work with each other and AT LEAST respect each other. So that you happy i happy everyone happy. Then everyone will love band. We got to learn from our seniors mistake and make sure it doesn't happen again.
There must be a line drawn between seniors and juniors , friends and position.
Juniors (sec 1 and 2)
Respect your seniors, call them sir or mdm. Do not agrue with them, what they ask you to do , you do. If you got any doubts or feel that it's unfair, do tell the majors and we will judge for you.
Friends and Position
Outside band we can be friends, but in band no such thing as friends thingy. example, guy A have a higher rank than guy B. Both the same level. Outside they can play all they want. But in band guy B MUST listen to guy A. Simple as that.
To the new committee , it's time to get busy and get things done. If you are unsure what are you suppose to do, ASK us or seniors. We will be more than willing to help.
To the sec 4 and 5, do not worry about the band, the new majors will do a good job and will make sure mjr band stay strong. The band room will always be open for you so if you want to come back and see us, go ahead.
To the band, I know it's a hard time now as we do not have a conductor and currently Mr Yeo and Mr Ed is helping out. No matter who our future conductor is, respect him/her just like you respect Mr Yeo/Mr Ed or Mr Foo. All the best band! we can do it :)
That's all
Yanda
Today's POP is quite a success, hope everyone is happy with their ranks. From now on there will be a change in ranking system, we will judge you guys by attendance, conduct etc and not by level. This is more fair to the rest.
Although Mr Foo have left us, but he will still be in our heart for a very long time.Well, as what Mr yeo said, there will be a change in the system so everyone be prepared for changes and there will be lots of work. We got to kick the old habit away which is coming band just on time, we got to come earlier so that we can start on time and end on time. Band practices can be fun but when come to serious playing, stay focus. We got to change to adapt to the 21st century. We as leaders will make sure everyone enjoys band and at the same time improve in our character developement and playing. How to enjoy? we must work with each other and AT LEAST respect each other. So that you happy i happy everyone happy. Then everyone will love band. We got to learn from our seniors mistake and make sure it doesn't happen again.
There must be a line drawn between seniors and juniors , friends and position.
Juniors (sec 1 and 2)
Respect your seniors, call them sir or mdm. Do not agrue with them, what they ask you to do , you do. If you got any doubts or feel that it's unfair, do tell the majors and we will judge for you.
Friends and Position
Outside band we can be friends, but in band no such thing as friends thingy. example, guy A have a higher rank than guy B. Both the same level. Outside they can play all they want. But in band guy B MUST listen to guy A. Simple as that.
To the new committee , it's time to get busy and get things done. If you are unsure what are you suppose to do, ASK us or seniors. We will be more than willing to help.
To the sec 4 and 5, do not worry about the band, the new majors will do a good job and will make sure mjr band stay strong. The band room will always be open for you so if you want to come back and see us, go ahead.
To the band, I know it's a hard time now as we do not have a conductor and currently Mr Yeo and Mr Ed is helping out. No matter who our future conductor is, respect him/her just like you respect Mr Yeo/Mr Ed or Mr Foo. All the best band! we can do it :)
That's all
Yanda
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
I know it is hard to accept the fact that MR Foo will no be with us anymore, but we still got to move on with life. I will be posting about the timetable for Friday.
1235 (school dismiss)
1235-1320 (lunch)
1320-1330 (fall in / briefing ) for the band except Muslim guys
1330-1450 (prepare, set up tables etc)
1450-1500 (change into full uniform)
1500-1630**(parade commence)
1630**-1700 (Muslim student keep tables etc)
1700-1800 ( Sharil's speech etc and play songs)
1800 - home sweet home
**( not confirm, depend on actual day)
Do not be late. 1320 SHARP fall in.
Junior band wear school uniform.
THANKS
YANDA
1235 (school dismiss)
1235-1320 (lunch)
1320-1330 (fall in / briefing ) for the band except Muslim guys
1330-1450 (prepare, set up tables etc)
1450-1500 (change into full uniform)
1500-1630**(parade commence)
1630**-1700 (Muslim student keep tables etc)
1700-1800 ( Sharil's speech etc and play songs)
1800 - home sweet home
**( not confirm, depend on actual day)
Do not be late. 1320 SHARP fall in.
Junior band wear school uniform.
THANKS
YANDA
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Hey Band!
SYF is already over! Though we couldn't get what we have yearned for, let us not be disheartened and be more optimistic. We had already given our best shot yesterday and thus there is no need for us to hold any regret. So let us now direct our 100 percent focus to the upcoming School Anniversary. As said, it is up to us whether we are willing to put the effort to lead the band as a whole to greater heights and impress people eventhough we are "named" as a bronze band. Let us work together as a band from now on to prove to others that we are actually more than just a bronze band!
Wei Xing.
SYF is already over! Though we couldn't get what we have yearned for, let us not be disheartened and be more optimistic. We had already given our best shot yesterday and thus there is no need for us to hold any regret. So let us now direct our 100 percent focus to the upcoming School Anniversary. As said, it is up to us whether we are willing to put the effort to lead the band as a whole to greater heights and impress people eventhough we are "named" as a bronze band. Let us work together as a band from now on to prove to others that we are actually more than just a bronze band!
Wei Xing.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Sunday, January 11, 2009
m|brosia MMIX
A big thank you to all the members who willingly stayed back to help move the percussion instruments. As you know, we finished early, but due to transport problems beyond our control, we could only leave at 12.00 midnight!
Special thanks goes to Sharil, Yan Da, Sin Hua, Tze Kung, Joel, Yan Bin, Sharul, Sha'abaniah, Gu Juan, Haikal, Victor, Sidney, Kai Xun, Shawn, Fahmi, Benjamin, Levon and even the ex-members like Jialin, Ervina, Yuliana for keeping us company and helping us. Please forgive me if I left your name out, I just got home and I'm exhausted.
Please remember to explain to your parents for the late hour.
Our concert was a success and morale is high. Let's keep the spirit up and our eyes on the next lap, SYF 2009. Do not lose confidence, or become over-confident. Continue to work just as hard if not harder, for SYF 2009.
You will hear greater in depth feedback from Mr Foo when band practice resumes. For now, take a well-deserved rest.
Upload and share your photos on MIDAS so that we can use them in future publicity for band and for Sec One Orientation.
In the meantime, please consolidate your ticket sales. It is extremely important for accounting and financial purposes. Do not throw unsold tickets and return them to Mdm Elna immediately on Monday, or you may have to end up paying for these tickets as well.
This is Mr. Muhd Fahmy, signing out. Good night!
Special thanks goes to Sharil, Yan Da, Sin Hua, Tze Kung, Joel, Yan Bin, Sharul, Sha'abaniah, Gu Juan, Haikal, Victor, Sidney, Kai Xun, Shawn, Fahmi, Benjamin, Levon and even the ex-members like Jialin, Ervina, Yuliana for keeping us company and helping us. Please forgive me if I left your name out, I just got home and I'm exhausted.
Please remember to explain to your parents for the late hour.
Our concert was a success and morale is high. Let's keep the spirit up and our eyes on the next lap, SYF 2009. Do not lose confidence, or become over-confident. Continue to work just as hard if not harder, for SYF 2009.
You will hear greater in depth feedback from Mr Foo when band practice resumes. For now, take a well-deserved rest.
Upload and share your photos on MIDAS so that we can use them in future publicity for band and for Sec One Orientation.
In the meantime, please consolidate your ticket sales. It is extremely important for accounting and financial purposes. Do not throw unsold tickets and return them to Mdm Elna immediately on Monday, or you may have to end up paying for these tickets as well.
This is Mr. Muhd Fahmy, signing out. Good night!
Friday, January 9, 2009
Hellos Sheng Jun Here. =)
As i said just now, i am gonna post the schedules of tomorrow here.
So, the plans is below...
Schedule For mbrosia MMIX.
0730-0800
Report to Band Room. (Check all scores and items, Sewing kit etc...)
0815-0855
Load Up Instruments to trucks
0900-1000
Arrive at S.C.H.
Percussion Members and helpers bring instruments up to concert area.
Teachers-In-Charge to fix up the banners.
Instructors oversees overall setup process.
Warm up when everybody settled down.
1000-1215
Start of Rehearsal
Sound Check, Rehearse with the lights, and Emcees.
1215-1300
Lunch for Not Involved, AND Flute Ensemble Rehearsal.
1300-1430
Luch for ALL Personnels.
1430-1500
Settle down in Conference Hall.
Seated and Ready for briefing on Full Cue Run Rehearsal.
1500-1520
Briefing Commences.
1530-1645
Full Cue Run Rehearsal.
1645-1800
Dinner and Dress-up Time.
1800-1815
Settle down in Exhibition Hall.
1815-1915
Warm Up and Tuning. (MJR Band And Guest Players)
1915-1925
Get Ready at Back Stage.
1925
Be Seated.
1930
Concert Commence.
*Once Victoria Band on Stage
MJR Band Go up and get Ready.
*Once Victoria Band Ends.
Move IN While Victoria Moves OUT.
While the planning might not really be that accurate,
but thats the rough plans for tomorrow.
All de best for tomorrow to all Band Mates!! =)
As i said just now, i am gonna post the schedules of tomorrow here.
So, the plans is below...
Schedule For mbrosia MMIX.
0730-0800
Report to Band Room. (Check all scores and items, Sewing kit etc...)
0815-0855
Load Up Instruments to trucks
0900-1000
Arrive at S.C.H.
Percussion Members and helpers bring instruments up to concert area.
Teachers-In-Charge to fix up the banners.
Instructors oversees overall setup process.
Warm up when everybody settled down.
1000-1215
Start of Rehearsal
Sound Check, Rehearse with the lights, and Emcees.
1215-1300
Lunch for Not Involved, AND Flute Ensemble Rehearsal.
1300-1430
Luch for ALL Personnels.
1430-1500
Settle down in Conference Hall.
Seated and Ready for briefing on Full Cue Run Rehearsal.
1500-1520
Briefing Commences.
1530-1645
Full Cue Run Rehearsal.
1645-1800
Dinner and Dress-up Time.
1800-1815
Settle down in Exhibition Hall.
1815-1915
Warm Up and Tuning. (MJR Band And Guest Players)
1915-1925
Get Ready at Back Stage.
1925
Be Seated.
1930
Concert Commence.
*Once Victoria Band on Stage
MJR Band Go up and get Ready.
*Once Victoria Band Ends.
Move IN While Victoria Moves OUT.
While the planning might not really be that accurate,
but thats the rough plans for tomorrow.
All de best for tomorrow to all Band Mates!! =)
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
MJR Band Orientation
I stopped by the Band Room today and I must say I was impressed. It was very Disco Lives! Good job guys, do continue to think out of the box.Monday, December 1, 2008
Banner
In the midst of practising hard for the concert, selling tickets, and completing your homework, check out our banner, to be displayed on the actual night.
Friday, November 14, 2008
Posters and Tickets
Click on the images to download the high-resolution versions.
Tickets and posters will be distributed next week so that we can launch sales immediately. Please keep track of the tickets you're supposed to sell and assist the teachers. Avoid creating unnecessary stress and problems for people involved in monitoring and managing ticket sales.
Leaders, please roster duties to visit other bands for ticket sales during their band practice. Meet me next week to practise what to say. Sms me, please, to arrange for appointment.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
latest concert program update
MJR
Music-Carmina Burana
Orff drew the inspiration for his grand vocal and orchestral work from 24 poems of the 200 found in the 13th century monastery of Benediktbeuern, near Munich in Bavaria and published in 1847 under the title of Carmina Burana. Carmina is the plural of the Latin word carmen and in early time, carried the implication of student songs. Burana was the Latin name for the area we know today as Bavaria. Both sacred and secular, the texts are frank avowals of earthly pleasure: eating, dancing, drinking, gambling, and lovemaking. They proclaim the beauty of life and the glory of springtime. The music is simple in harmony and range, consistent with 13th century music, with a driving rhythm to which the listener instinctively responds. John Krance has incorporated the vocal melodies into an arrangement entirely instrumental in structure.
Composer-Carl Orff
Born in Munich, Germany, into an old Bavarian military family, Carl Orff (1895 - 1982) began piano studies at the age of five, under the tutelage of his mother. His interests in language and poetry were fostered in school. He received his formal musical training at the Munich Academy. In 1925, he helped to found the Gunter Schule, which aimed to educate the lay public in creative musicianship. Orff's techniques have been adopted by elementary school educators throughout the world. He began his career as a composer in 1925 with realizations of Monteverdi's early 17th century works. His first stage work, Carmina Burana, was composed in 1935-6 and premiered at the Frankfurt Opera in 1937; it became an outstanding success. After the War, Orff was asked by the Bavarian Broadcasting Company to develop a series of broadcasts for and with children; the pedagogical concepts of that work were captured in the five volume Music for Children.
MJR
Music-Chant and Jubilo
This piece was commissioned by the Four States Bandmasters Convention in Texarkana, Texas, and was first performed by the Four States Bandmasters Band in January of 1962. It is a work in two connected contrasting movements. The Chant is a modal movement reminiscent of the early church organum and should be done in a very sensitive manner, with the Jubilo contrasting with its explosive lower brass and percussion.
Composer-W. Francis McBeth
William Francis McBeth was born March 9, 1933 in Ropesville, Texas (near Lubbock). He attended Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. McBeth is a prolific composer, whose musical repertoire has become a universal standard in wind band literature. He is also one of the most respected conductors of the present day.
McBeth has received the ASCAP Special Award every year since 1965. In 1988, he was awarded Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia's Charles E. Lutton Man of Music Award for his achievement and continued contribution to American music.
From 1957 until his retirement in 1996, McBeth taught at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. In 1975, he was named Composer Laureate of Arkansas, the first Composer Laureate named in the United States.
MJR
Music-Ireland: of legend and lore
It is an original composition for wind band, which draw upon the vast riches of traditional Irish melodies. The composer has chosen three castles and /or colorful characters from Irish history and folklore and put their legendary deeds to music. The piece was commissioned by the East Tennessee state university wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Paul hinman for performance during their tour of Ireland in March of 1996. The composer was fortunate to travel with the band during their tour and conduct this fine ensemble during their St Patrick’s Day festivity performances.
The work is divided into three sections. Following a majestic introduction, the familiar 6/8 bounce of an Irish march surfaces from the ensemble. The composer has chosen Brian Boru’s march as the source material for this section of the work. As the work begins, we hear the army of brain Boru marching to battle, prepared to give their very lives for their beliefs. Following the light-hearted mach, with no battle scars to show for their journey, we hear them march off into distance secure in the preservation of their moral convictions.
The second section of the piece is based upon aromatic legend, which ended with quite a “ Twist”. The setting is Carrickhowley castle, a waterside fortification standing on a broad flat rock in wildly rocky sea inlet.
The final section of the work is based upon the multiple attacks on Cahir castle, which stands on rocky islet in the midst of the Suir, cahir castle was built probably by Conor O’ brien.
Composer-Robert W. Smith
one of the most popular and prolific composers of concert band and orchestral literature in America today. He has over 600 publications in print with the majority composed and arranged through his long association with Warner Bros. He is the principal conductor of the American Symphonic Winds and the American Festival Philharmonic Orchestra, professional recording ensembles based in Washington D.C. Mr. Smith is currently teaching in the Music Industry program at Troy University in Troy, AL
Flutes and Irish drums ensemble- Penny-flute whistle
MJR
Music-Chanteys
An original work that recalls the music of the sea and its sailors. A jaunty opening sparkles with character and style before yielding to a pensive "Andante." The piece closes with a spirited juxtaposition of thematic material. This piece was selected by the Yamaha Music Media Corporation of Japan as one of the "100 Best Pieces for Band" for 2001.
Composer-Robert Sheldon
One of the most performed composers of wind band music today. A recipient of numerous awards from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, his compositions embody a level of expression that resonates with ensembles and audiences alike. His music is performed around the world and appears on many international concert and contest lists.
Chai chee
St. Petersburg March by Johnnie Vinson
St.Petersburg, Russia was founded by Tsar Peter the Great in 1703. Despite its relatively short life, St. Petersburg has a rich and exciting history. From the early days of Peter the Great’s “Venice of the North” to the modern events of the 1991 coup d’etat, the city has always bustled with life and intrigue, revolution and mystery. More evocative of Russia’s past than any place except perhaps the Moscow Kremlin, St. Petersburg is today considered the cultural heart of modern day Russia.
St. Petersburg March attempts to capture the spirit of this great city and its storied history. The minor keys and melodies harmonized in sixths combine to paint a musical picture of frigid winters, magnificent castles and great cathedrals. Although most of the melodic material in the march is original, parts of two Russian folk songs, Tzar Nicoli and Gori are quoted in the trio section.
Written and scored during February 2005, St. Petersburg March is dedicated to the Auburn(AL) Junior High School Honors Band and its band director, Larry Cornelius.
Chai chee
Dedication, March and Celebration by James Swearingen
Aspects of fanfare, expressivo and celebration moods are express in this wonderful piece of music written for developing band. It has full of Swearingen's delightful melodies, tasteful harmonies and spirited rhythmic percussion parts.
Commissioned by Hawken Upper School (Gates Mills, Ohio, USA) to commemorate the opening of the newly built Holtry Pool Complex.
GESS
Overture Jubiloso
A work that is thrilling for listeners and players. Bold flourishes of color are reinforced with brilliantly flowing melodic lines.
Composer-Frank Erickson
Frank received his Mus.B. in 1950 and his Mus.M. in 1951, both from the University of Southern California. He was a composer, conductor, arranger, and author. He also lectured at the University of California at Los Angeles (1958) and was professor of music at San Jose State University. In 1995 he established Frank Erickson Publications. Over the last 50+ years his compositions have become standards of the school band repertoire, and his book Arranging for the Concert Band had served as a guide for many college music majors.
GESS
Music- Eiger ( A Journey to the Summit )
Heroic themes abound as noted composer James Swearingen weaves a tapestry of musical styles to depict the emotional story of John Harlin. At the age of nine, John lost his father when he tragically fell 4000 ft. to his death while attempting to climb the mountain known as Eiger (pronounced “eye-ger”). The Eiger North Face is considered to be the most treacherous climb in all of Europe. Yet, forty years later John, with a burning desire to reconnect with his father, began the perilous journey of climbing the mountain with the nearly impossible goal of reaching the summit. Brilliantly scored, this exciting work is best described as being both stunning and beautifully breathtaking.
Composer-James Swearingen
As a performer, composer/arranger and educator include a background of extensive training and experience. He has earned degrees from Bowling Green State University and The Ohio State University. Mr. Swearingen is currently Professor of Music, Department Chair of Music Education and one of several resident composers at Capital University located in Columbus, Ohio. He also serves as a staff arranger for the famed Ohio State University Marching Band. Prior to his appointment at Capital in 1987, he spent eighteen years teaching instrumental music in the public schools of central Ohio. His first teaching assignment took him to the community of Sunbury, Ohio. He then spent fourteen years as Director of Instrumental Music at Grove City High School where his marching, concert and jazz bands all received acclaim for their high standards of performing excellence.
VS
Music-Postcard from Singapore – Suite of Singaporean Folk Songs
“Postcard from Singapore” was commissioned for a concert featuring Philip Sparke’s Music when he conducted the Singapore Armed Forces Central Band.
The first movement is based on Gelang Sipaku Gelang, a well-loved folksong which has become associated with the Geylang area and which is a song about community spirit, about living together in harmony.
The slower second movement uses Di-Tanjung Katong, a song which is popular with children’s choirs. Tanjung Katong is a district on the south eastern coast of Singapore.
The third movement uses two traditional melodies: Lenggang Kangkung tells of the graceful swaying of watercress in the rice paddy fields and this is eventually combined with Munnaery Vaalibaa.
Composer-Philip Sparke
He was born in London and studied composition, trumpet and piano at the Royal College of Music, where he gained an ARCM.
It was at the College that his interest in bands arose. He played in the College wind orchestra and also formed a brass band among the students, writing several works for both ensembles.
At that time, his first published works appeared - Concert Prelude (brass band) and Gaudium (wind band). A growing interest in his music led to several commissions, his first major one being for the Centennial Brass Band Championships in New Zealand – The Land of the Long White Cloud.
He has written for brass band championships in New Zealand, Switzerland, Holland, Australia and the UK, including three times for the National Finals at the Royal Albert Hall, and his test pieces are constantly in use wherever brass bands can be found.
VS
Music-Symphonic Movement
Symphonic Movement is musically constructed in the form of an arch, with C as the tonal center for most of the piece. It is often said that this work, while comparatively brief, is one of the most musically intense compositions for this medium.
Composer-Václav Nelhýbel
He was a Czech-American composer, mainly of works for student performers. He is considered one of the most prolific composers of the 20th century.
He was born the youngest of five children in Polanka, Czechoslovakia. He received his early musical training in Prague, going to both Charles University in Prague and Prague Conservatory. In 1942 he went to Switzerland, where he studied at University of Fribourg; after 1947 he taught there. In 1957 he came to the United States, where he taught at several schools, including the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He served as Composer-in-Residence at University of Scranton for several years, until his death.
Most of his music is for wind instruments or concert band, and most is designed for student performers. He used non-functional modal writing, pandiatonicism, and motor rhythms extensively.
MJR
Music-Sinfonia Nobilissima
This overture is a work in the neo-romantic style and is in three sections. After a short introduction, a dramatic and syncopated fast section begins. After several false climaxes, as well as a brief fugue, the slow, more emo–tional middle section begins. In the final section of the work, a fast, synco–pated style abruptly returns and the overture ends with several deceptive, then complete chords.
Composer-Robert Jager
He was born in Binghamton, New York in 1939 and received his education at The University of Michigan. For four years, he served as the Staff Arranger at the Armed Forces School of Music while a member of the United States Navy. Currently, he is Professor of Music and Director of Theory and Composition at Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, Tennessee. Jager has over 65 published compositions for band, orchestra and various chamber groupings, with more than thirty-five commissions including the United States Marine Band and the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. He has won a number of awards for his music, being the only three-time winner of the American Bandmasters Association's “Ostwald Award.”
MJR
Music-First Suite in E-flat for Military Band
Written in 1909, the Suite in E-Flat is generally regarded as a cornerstone work for concert band and is one of the few band originals that have been transcribed for symphony orchestra. Various instruments repeat the opening theme of the Chaconne as others weave varied filigrees about the ground theme. In the middle of the first movement, the principal theme is inverted for several repetitions.
The Intermezzo is based on a variation of the Chaconne theme, presented first in an agitated style, then in a cantabile mood, the two styles alternating throughout the movement with remarkable and deceivingly simple-sounding counterpoint that is as charming as it is masterful.
The March is introduced by a British band quick-march pulse from the brass and followed by Holst's Land of Hope and Glory version of the Chaconne theme in the great sostenuto tradition of the singing chorus. Eventually, the two themes are combined in a thrilling counterpoint leading to the coda with a dynamic marking of ffff !
Composer-Gustav Holst
Gustav Holst (1874 - 1934), one of England's most prominent composers, was also a professional trombonist and a teacher of composition and organ. His music includes operas, ballets, symphonies, chamber music, and songs. During the First World War, he was placed in command of all English Army Bands, organizing music among the troops under the Y.M.C.A. Army and Education program. He continued his teaching as musical director at the St. Paul's Girls' School in the Hammersmith borough of London. His First Suite in E-Flat, Second Suite in F, and Hammersmith are hallmarks in the repertoire for wind ensemble; his orchestral suite, The Planets, is highly popular.
Music-Carmina Burana
Orff drew the inspiration for his grand vocal and orchestral work from 24 poems of the 200 found in the 13th century monastery of Benediktbeuern, near Munich in Bavaria and published in 1847 under the title of Carmina Burana. Carmina is the plural of the Latin word carmen and in early time, carried the implication of student songs. Burana was the Latin name for the area we know today as Bavaria. Both sacred and secular, the texts are frank avowals of earthly pleasure: eating, dancing, drinking, gambling, and lovemaking. They proclaim the beauty of life and the glory of springtime. The music is simple in harmony and range, consistent with 13th century music, with a driving rhythm to which the listener instinctively responds. John Krance has incorporated the vocal melodies into an arrangement entirely instrumental in structure.
Composer-Carl Orff
Born in Munich, Germany, into an old Bavarian military family, Carl Orff (1895 - 1982) began piano studies at the age of five, under the tutelage of his mother. His interests in language and poetry were fostered in school. He received his formal musical training at the Munich Academy. In 1925, he helped to found the Gunter Schule, which aimed to educate the lay public in creative musicianship. Orff's techniques have been adopted by elementary school educators throughout the world. He began his career as a composer in 1925 with realizations of Monteverdi's early 17th century works. His first stage work, Carmina Burana, was composed in 1935-6 and premiered at the Frankfurt Opera in 1937; it became an outstanding success. After the War, Orff was asked by the Bavarian Broadcasting Company to develop a series of broadcasts for and with children; the pedagogical concepts of that work were captured in the five volume Music for Children.
MJR
Music-Chant and Jubilo
This piece was commissioned by the Four States Bandmasters Convention in Texarkana, Texas, and was first performed by the Four States Bandmasters Band in January of 1962. It is a work in two connected contrasting movements. The Chant is a modal movement reminiscent of the early church organum and should be done in a very sensitive manner, with the Jubilo contrasting with its explosive lower brass and percussion.
Composer-W. Francis McBeth
William Francis McBeth was born March 9, 1933 in Ropesville, Texas (near Lubbock). He attended Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. McBeth is a prolific composer, whose musical repertoire has become a universal standard in wind band literature. He is also one of the most respected conductors of the present day.
McBeth has received the ASCAP Special Award every year since 1965. In 1988, he was awarded Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia's Charles E. Lutton Man of Music Award for his achievement and continued contribution to American music.
From 1957 until his retirement in 1996, McBeth taught at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. In 1975, he was named Composer Laureate of Arkansas, the first Composer Laureate named in the United States.
MJR
Music-Ireland: of legend and lore
It is an original composition for wind band, which draw upon the vast riches of traditional Irish melodies. The composer has chosen three castles and /or colorful characters from Irish history and folklore and put their legendary deeds to music. The piece was commissioned by the East Tennessee state university wind ensemble under the direction of Mr. Paul hinman for performance during their tour of Ireland in March of 1996. The composer was fortunate to travel with the band during their tour and conduct this fine ensemble during their St Patrick’s Day festivity performances.
The work is divided into three sections. Following a majestic introduction, the familiar 6/8 bounce of an Irish march surfaces from the ensemble. The composer has chosen Brian Boru’s march as the source material for this section of the work. As the work begins, we hear the army of brain Boru marching to battle, prepared to give their very lives for their beliefs. Following the light-hearted mach, with no battle scars to show for their journey, we hear them march off into distance secure in the preservation of their moral convictions.
The second section of the piece is based upon aromatic legend, which ended with quite a “ Twist”. The setting is Carrickhowley castle, a waterside fortification standing on a broad flat rock in wildly rocky sea inlet.
The final section of the work is based upon the multiple attacks on Cahir castle, which stands on rocky islet in the midst of the Suir, cahir castle was built probably by Conor O’ brien.
Composer-Robert W. Smith
one of the most popular and prolific composers of concert band and orchestral literature in America today. He has over 600 publications in print with the majority composed and arranged through his long association with Warner Bros. He is the principal conductor of the American Symphonic Winds and the American Festival Philharmonic Orchestra, professional recording ensembles based in Washington D.C. Mr. Smith is currently teaching in the Music Industry program at Troy University in Troy, AL
Flutes and Irish drums ensemble- Penny-flute whistle
MJR
Music-Chanteys
An original work that recalls the music of the sea and its sailors. A jaunty opening sparkles with character and style before yielding to a pensive "Andante." The piece closes with a spirited juxtaposition of thematic material. This piece was selected by the Yamaha Music Media Corporation of Japan as one of the "100 Best Pieces for Band" for 2001.
Composer-Robert Sheldon
One of the most performed composers of wind band music today. A recipient of numerous awards from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, his compositions embody a level of expression that resonates with ensembles and audiences alike. His music is performed around the world and appears on many international concert and contest lists.
Chai chee
St. Petersburg March by Johnnie Vinson
St.Petersburg, Russia was founded by Tsar Peter the Great in 1703. Despite its relatively short life, St. Petersburg has a rich and exciting history. From the early days of Peter the Great’s “Venice of the North” to the modern events of the 1991 coup d’etat, the city has always bustled with life and intrigue, revolution and mystery. More evocative of Russia’s past than any place except perhaps the Moscow Kremlin, St. Petersburg is today considered the cultural heart of modern day Russia.
St. Petersburg March attempts to capture the spirit of this great city and its storied history. The minor keys and melodies harmonized in sixths combine to paint a musical picture of frigid winters, magnificent castles and great cathedrals. Although most of the melodic material in the march is original, parts of two Russian folk songs, Tzar Nicoli and Gori are quoted in the trio section.
Written and scored during February 2005, St. Petersburg March is dedicated to the Auburn(AL) Junior High School Honors Band and its band director, Larry Cornelius.
Chai chee
Dedication, March and Celebration by James Swearingen
Aspects of fanfare, expressivo and celebration moods are express in this wonderful piece of music written for developing band. It has full of Swearingen's delightful melodies, tasteful harmonies and spirited rhythmic percussion parts.
Commissioned by Hawken Upper School (Gates Mills, Ohio, USA) to commemorate the opening of the newly built Holtry Pool Complex.
GESS
Overture Jubiloso
A work that is thrilling for listeners and players. Bold flourishes of color are reinforced with brilliantly flowing melodic lines.
Composer-Frank Erickson
Frank received his Mus.B. in 1950 and his Mus.M. in 1951, both from the University of Southern California. He was a composer, conductor, arranger, and author. He also lectured at the University of California at Los Angeles (1958) and was professor of music at San Jose State University. In 1995 he established Frank Erickson Publications. Over the last 50+ years his compositions have become standards of the school band repertoire, and his book Arranging for the Concert Band had served as a guide for many college music majors.
GESS
Music- Eiger ( A Journey to the Summit )
Heroic themes abound as noted composer James Swearingen weaves a tapestry of musical styles to depict the emotional story of John Harlin. At the age of nine, John lost his father when he tragically fell 4000 ft. to his death while attempting to climb the mountain known as Eiger (pronounced “eye-ger”). The Eiger North Face is considered to be the most treacherous climb in all of Europe. Yet, forty years later John, with a burning desire to reconnect with his father, began the perilous journey of climbing the mountain with the nearly impossible goal of reaching the summit. Brilliantly scored, this exciting work is best described as being both stunning and beautifully breathtaking.
Composer-James Swearingen
As a performer, composer/arranger and educator include a background of extensive training and experience. He has earned degrees from Bowling Green State University and The Ohio State University. Mr. Swearingen is currently Professor of Music, Department Chair of Music Education and one of several resident composers at Capital University located in Columbus, Ohio. He also serves as a staff arranger for the famed Ohio State University Marching Band. Prior to his appointment at Capital in 1987, he spent eighteen years teaching instrumental music in the public schools of central Ohio. His first teaching assignment took him to the community of Sunbury, Ohio. He then spent fourteen years as Director of Instrumental Music at Grove City High School where his marching, concert and jazz bands all received acclaim for their high standards of performing excellence.
VS
Music-Postcard from Singapore – Suite of Singaporean Folk Songs
“Postcard from Singapore” was commissioned for a concert featuring Philip Sparke’s Music when he conducted the Singapore Armed Forces Central Band.
The first movement is based on Gelang Sipaku Gelang, a well-loved folksong which has become associated with the Geylang area and which is a song about community spirit, about living together in harmony.
The slower second movement uses Di-Tanjung Katong, a song which is popular with children’s choirs. Tanjung Katong is a district on the south eastern coast of Singapore.
The third movement uses two traditional melodies: Lenggang Kangkung tells of the graceful swaying of watercress in the rice paddy fields and this is eventually combined with Munnaery Vaalibaa.
Composer-Philip Sparke
He was born in London and studied composition, trumpet and piano at the Royal College of Music, where he gained an ARCM.
It was at the College that his interest in bands arose. He played in the College wind orchestra and also formed a brass band among the students, writing several works for both ensembles.
At that time, his first published works appeared - Concert Prelude (brass band) and Gaudium (wind band). A growing interest in his music led to several commissions, his first major one being for the Centennial Brass Band Championships in New Zealand – The Land of the Long White Cloud.
He has written for brass band championships in New Zealand, Switzerland, Holland, Australia and the UK, including three times for the National Finals at the Royal Albert Hall, and his test pieces are constantly in use wherever brass bands can be found.
VS
Music-Symphonic Movement
Symphonic Movement is musically constructed in the form of an arch, with C as the tonal center for most of the piece. It is often said that this work, while comparatively brief, is one of the most musically intense compositions for this medium.
Composer-Václav Nelhýbel
He was a Czech-American composer, mainly of works for student performers. He is considered one of the most prolific composers of the 20th century.
He was born the youngest of five children in Polanka, Czechoslovakia. He received his early musical training in Prague, going to both Charles University in Prague and Prague Conservatory. In 1942 he went to Switzerland, where he studied at University of Fribourg; after 1947 he taught there. In 1957 he came to the United States, where he taught at several schools, including the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He served as Composer-in-Residence at University of Scranton for several years, until his death.
Most of his music is for wind instruments or concert band, and most is designed for student performers. He used non-functional modal writing, pandiatonicism, and motor rhythms extensively.
MJR
Music-Sinfonia Nobilissima
This overture is a work in the neo-romantic style and is in three sections. After a short introduction, a dramatic and syncopated fast section begins. After several false climaxes, as well as a brief fugue, the slow, more emo–tional middle section begins. In the final section of the work, a fast, synco–pated style abruptly returns and the overture ends with several deceptive, then complete chords.
Composer-Robert Jager
He was born in Binghamton, New York in 1939 and received his education at The University of Michigan. For four years, he served as the Staff Arranger at the Armed Forces School of Music while a member of the United States Navy. Currently, he is Professor of Music and Director of Theory and Composition at Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, Tennessee. Jager has over 65 published compositions for band, orchestra and various chamber groupings, with more than thirty-five commissions including the United States Marine Band and the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. He has won a number of awards for his music, being the only three-time winner of the American Bandmasters Association's “Ostwald Award.”
MJR
Music-First Suite in E-flat for Military Band
Written in 1909, the Suite in E-Flat is generally regarded as a cornerstone work for concert band and is one of the few band originals that have been transcribed for symphony orchestra. Various instruments repeat the opening theme of the Chaconne as others weave varied filigrees about the ground theme. In the middle of the first movement, the principal theme is inverted for several repetitions.
The Intermezzo is based on a variation of the Chaconne theme, presented first in an agitated style, then in a cantabile mood, the two styles alternating throughout the movement with remarkable and deceivingly simple-sounding counterpoint that is as charming as it is masterful.
The March is introduced by a British band quick-march pulse from the brass and followed by Holst's Land of Hope and Glory version of the Chaconne theme in the great sostenuto tradition of the singing chorus. Eventually, the two themes are combined in a thrilling counterpoint leading to the coda with a dynamic marking of ffff !
Composer-Gustav Holst
Gustav Holst (1874 - 1934), one of England's most prominent composers, was also a professional trombonist and a teacher of composition and organ. His music includes operas, ballets, symphonies, chamber music, and songs. During the First World War, he was placed in command of all English Army Bands, organizing music among the troops under the Y.M.C.A. Army and Education program. He continued his teaching as musical director at the St. Paul's Girls' School in the Hammersmith borough of London. His First Suite in E-Flat, Second Suite in F, and Hammersmith are hallmarks in the repertoire for wind ensemble; his orchestral suite, The Planets, is highly popular.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Sneak Preview of m|brosia MMIX Poster
Click to enlargePlease check for spelling and information errors if any, and sms me immediately. Urgent! Need to send for printing ASAP!
Muhammad Fahmy Babjee
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Dear Majors, Sin Hua ,George, Sheng Jun, Apprentice Majors, and Section leaders
As discussed in today's meeting, we have discovered that we have a lot of issues in the band currently. So, roughly to summarise the entire meeting, below is a the list of the things discussed, and for those highlighted in red, it needs your urgent attention and action immediately.
1 (i)ATTENDANCE
- Members are either late or absent for band practices. Please try to be punctual for every practice, and take care of yourselves to prevent getting sick (ESPECIALLY during the Concert and SYF period!). ALL Majors will be in charge here, to ensure the punctuality of members. Section leaders please report to the Majors who is absent and the reasons. Punishments will be given to absentees or latecomers who do not have any vaild reasons.
1 (ii)Sectional Leaders
It would really be good if you all will take charge of your Sections's members' attendance, welfare, morale, and playing wise. They are to report the strength of their respective sections to the Attendance Taker (AT), and then that AT will report it to Mr Foo before band starts.
2)Toilet breaks
-members tend to visit the toilet very often and thus disruptive to the band practice. Sha, Sharil, Yan Da, Rahman will take charge to ensure that not more than 5 members can go at any one time and, its would be really good if members could go toilet 15mins BEFORE band starts.
3) Ground rules ( all majors,SLs please take charge)
- no playing of PSP during band practice
-Please listen to the conductor
-Always respect your seniors, etc
-I do not want to hear members talking loudly during full band.
4) SYF marching video (Sharil and Rahman take charge of this.)
5) Please report to the majors if you find there is any problems in your respective sections. If anyone is quitting or have some serious problems, please inform the Teacher-In-Charge. Or, if you think you can solve it by yourself personally, by all means.
6) I will be needing a few name-lists so that majors will know who is absent, and the reasons, and give the punishments if necessary. The Name list SHOULD have the members's handphone numbers and email (For Contacting purposes.) Section leaders please update your member hp numbers and pass it to me latest by next week's band practice, Wednesdae The 22nd of October.
7)Attendance takers (On Whichever practice days), please inform Mr Foo about the number of people who is present, absent, or late, after getting the Strength information of each sections from the SLs. (Refer to 1(ii) )
Write inside a book if necessary. (It's Present in the library.)
8) Extra sectional practice if necessary.
( SLs, you can used the band room for additional practice, if there's a need to, for your section members, if you feel necessary to do so.)
Please inform 1 of the committee members 1 day beforehand, if the band room will be open for self-practice, like Sheng Jun, and the The Majors.
9)Section leaders, I want you all to help your juniors if they need help, and i do not want to see anybody slacking.
10)The Songs for the concert, All of them, can be obtained from Sheng Jun. Sheng Jun, Please ensure that everyone, can somehow have a recording of all the songs.
11) We need a Hi-fi set or a CD player for the practice. It would be really appreciated if someone would loan it to us. =)
12) Please make sure that markers are available by the whiteboard, so that Mr Foo or the other committee members or majors can write the latest news on the board.
(Sha and Gu Juan, please take charge.)
13) Seniors please guide your junior during band practices, motivate them, and encourage them if they have problems, and make sure they are actively participating in band.
14)As for the punishment wise matters, it will be discussed on the next meeting.(Date not confirmed, but most likely next wednesday.)
15)As for the informarion on the duties of the committee members, I will confirm with you all ASAP. Latest by next week's Friday, 24/10/08.
All these rules will take effect from 17 October Onwards.
Majors please stay back after the end of Each and EVERY band practice. We will together review the performance of that day's practice, and see what else can be done to improve things and etc...
*PS
Please forward this e mail to the committee. I will be e-mailing you all again after the next meeting.
If there is any enquires, please e-mail me, or contact me .
Best Regards
Yan Da
Privacy Policy
As discussed in today's meeting, we have discovered that we have a lot of issues in the band currently. So, roughly to summarise the entire meeting, below is a the list of the things discussed, and for those highlighted in red, it needs your urgent attention and action immediately.
1 (i)ATTENDANCE
- Members are either late or absent for band practices. Please try to be punctual for every practice, and take care of yourselves to prevent getting sick (ESPECIALLY during the Concert and SYF period!). ALL Majors will be in charge here, to ensure the punctuality of members. Section leaders please report to the Majors who is absent and the reasons. Punishments will be given to absentees or latecomers who do not have any vaild reasons.
1 (ii)Sectional Leaders
It would really be good if you all will take charge of your Sections's members' attendance, welfare, morale, and playing wise. They are to report the strength of their respective sections to the Attendance Taker (AT), and then that AT will report it to Mr Foo before band starts.
2)Toilet breaks
-members tend to visit the toilet very often and thus disruptive to the band practice. Sha, Sharil, Yan Da, Rahman will take charge to ensure that not more than 5 members can go at any one time and, its would be really good if members could go toilet 15mins BEFORE band starts.
3) Ground rules ( all majors,SLs please take charge)
- no playing of PSP during band practice
-Please listen to the conductor
-Always respect your seniors, etc
-I do not want to hear members talking loudly during full band.
4) SYF marching video (Sharil and Rahman take charge of this.)
5) Please report to the majors if you find there is any problems in your respective sections. If anyone is quitting or have some serious problems, please inform the Teacher-In-Charge. Or, if you think you can solve it by yourself personally, by all means.
6) I will be needing a few name-lists so that majors will know who is absent, and the reasons, and give the punishments if necessary. The Name list SHOULD have the members's handphone numbers and email (For Contacting purposes.) Section leaders please update your member hp numbers and pass it to me latest by next week's band practice, Wednesdae The 22nd of October.
7)Attendance takers (On Whichever practice days), please inform Mr Foo about the number of people who is present, absent, or late, after getting the Strength information of each sections from the SLs. (Refer to 1(ii) )
Write inside a book if necessary. (It's Present in the library.)
8) Extra sectional practice if necessary.
( SLs, you can used the band room for additional practice, if there's a need to, for your section members, if you feel necessary to do so.)
Please inform 1 of the committee members 1 day beforehand, if the band room will be open for self-practice, like Sheng Jun, and the The Majors.
9)Section leaders, I want you all to help your juniors if they need help, and i do not want to see anybody slacking.
10)The Songs for the concert, All of them, can be obtained from Sheng Jun. Sheng Jun, Please ensure that everyone, can somehow have a recording of all the songs.
11) We need a Hi-fi set or a CD player for the practice. It would be really appreciated if someone would loan it to us. =)
12) Please make sure that markers are available by the whiteboard, so that Mr Foo or the other committee members or majors can write the latest news on the board.
(Sha and Gu Juan, please take charge.)
13) Seniors please guide your junior during band practices, motivate them, and encourage them if they have problems, and make sure they are actively participating in band.
14)As for the punishment wise matters, it will be discussed on the next meeting.(Date not confirmed, but most likely next wednesday.)
15)As for the informarion on the duties of the committee members, I will confirm with you all ASAP. Latest by next week's Friday, 24/10/08.
All these rules will take effect from 17 October Onwards.
Majors please stay back after the end of Each and EVERY band practice. We will together review the performance of that day's practice, and see what else can be done to improve things and etc...
*PS
Please forward this e mail to the committee. I will be e-mailing you all again after the next meeting.
If there is any enquires, please e-mail me, or contact me .
Best Regards
Yan Da
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