Friday, December 11,2009
Hey people, we appreciate those who took the extra effort to come down today. Knowing that they did not bring sticks or mouth pieces home to prac, they still made an effort to come all the way down to sch, even if they had appointments after that. This shows they take responsibility in their playing, and do not wish to drop back to square one when band resumes. For those of u who did not even make the effort to sign home to prac, well its at ur own risk then. Haha.
Oh yeah, our bandroom is getting a new coat of paint!
~Jon~
Oh yeah, our bandroom is getting a new coat of paint!
~Jon~
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
9:24 PM
9:24 PM
5th Dec Clarification
This post is just to clear all confusion that is occuring.
Firstly, Band room WILL NOT BE OPENED today.
Next, there will be no audience (parents) during the 5th December (this Saturday) because the number of parents attending didn't reach the target set BUT there will STILL be..
One more thing, all the best for 5th December even though I won't be around!
-Yi Jie
Firstly, Band room WILL NOT BE OPENED today.
Next, there will be no audience (parents) during the 5th December (this Saturday) because the number of parents attending didn't reach the target set BUT there will STILL be..
- Section Competition
- Sec 1s First Recital
- Main Band performance (Nuts and Crackers)
- Sec1s Combine Performance (Gently Touch the Sky)
One more thing, all the best for 5th December even though I won't be around!
-Yi Jie
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10:46 AM
10:46 AM
Talks Itay Talgam: Lead like the great conductors
hey people, in case you can't find the video. here it is. have fun!
elisaaa
hey people, in case you can't find the video. here it is. have fun!
elisaaa
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10:51 PM
10:51 PM
hey! bandsmen this is cool!
elisaaa
elisaaa
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12:52 AM
12:52 AM
bandsmen, i am so sorry.
band will not resume on saturday as its a public holiday.
thus, band shall resume on tuesday.
any changes we'll inform you at least 2 days in advance.
so remember to pratice your instrument! :D
band will not resume on saturday as its a public holiday.
thus, band shall resume on tuesday.
any changes we'll inform you at least 2 days in advance.
so remember to pratice your instrument! :D
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
5:16 PM
5:16 PM
bandsmen, i hope that this video will inspire you all to do drills. ^^
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
11:29 PM
11:29 PM
The Philharmonic Winds
Music/Arts - Concert
Price:
$15, $20, $25, $35, $50, 10% Student Discount, Bulk Discount (10% for 10, 20% for 20, 50% for 50)
Date:
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Time:
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location:
Esplanade Concert Hall
Music/Arts - Concert
Price:
$15, $20, $25, $35, $50, 10% Student Discount, Bulk Discount (10% for 10, 20% for 20, 50% for 50)
Date:
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Time:
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location:
Esplanade Concert Hall
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11:22 PM
11:22 PM
Important for ALL Sec 1s
This is something important for ALL Sec 1s. Mr Lim has instructed me to tell all of you to look through your theory worksheets. Do look through them and study it. Also, let me take the opportunity to remind all of you, including the seniors, to take care of yourself.
Additional: Do reflect on what you have done for the past 6 to 7 months. What are you doing to improve during this period?
Think about it.
-Yi Jie
Additional: Do reflect on what you have done for the past 6 to 7 months. What are you doing to improve during this period?
Think about it.
-Yi Jie
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7:12 PM
7:12 PM
sadly, band i suspended for another week. so the leaders will open the band room for all of you all to sign out your instruments, i expect eveybody to sign out their instruments and start practicing. as for those bigger instruments you all can still sign out your mouth piece. you know the consequences if we stop playing for such a long period of time.
and on the 19th july ( sunday) 5 pm, the nus' art wind orchestra will be having a concert in esplanade, tickets will be selling at $10 after discount. and i expect all seniors to go. as for juniors, you are strongly encourage to come. mr lum will be playing too!
for further details, check the band blog!
and on the 19th july ( sunday) 5 pm, the nus' art wind orchestra will be having a concert in esplanade, tickets will be selling at $10 after discount. and i expect all seniors to go. as for juniors, you are strongly encourage to come. mr lum will be playing too!
for further details, check the band blog!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
10:20 PM
10:20 PM
Bandsmen, although CCA is suspended for the time being. But still make sure you continue your part as a bandsmen and search on some videos that would help you to improve musically. Spent some time listening to other school's performance and see what you can learn from them.
As for when will CCA resume, the leaders would inform you in advance. So meanwhile, make use of the break wisely.
As for when will CCA resume, the leaders would inform you in advance. So meanwhile, make use of the break wisely.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
2:24 PM
2:24 PM
Please be reminded to take your journals with you at all times for all band practices.
No band practice for the whole of next week due to H1N1.
-Yi Jie
No band practice for the whole of next week due to H1N1.
-Yi Jie
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8:23 PM
8:23 PM
Bandsmen, lets do well on this sunday! ^^
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4:45 PM
4:45 PM
#69.
bandsmen, please take note that we do not have band practice on the 23rd and we will resume band practice on the 26th(tuesday) onwards for seniors and 27th(wednesday) juniors.
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9:22 PM
9:22 PM
#68.Checklist For No.1 Uniform
1. No.1 Tunic (means your uniform)
2. Pants (with the blue stripe) / Skirt (with the blue stripes line)
3. Aguillette
4. Tartan
5. Collar Dots
6. Cumberland
7. Lanyard
8. Gold Buttons (8 or 9 pcs)
9. Instrument Badge
10. Beret with Cap Badge
11. Shoulder Titles (with the metallic word 'BEATTY') (2pcs)
12. No. 1 Rank (L.CPL & above)
13. Band White Boots
14. White Belt
15. Safety Pins (arnd 11 - 12)
16. Basic White (white tee with no designs/patterns) to be worn inside the no.1 tunic
17. White Gloves
Additional list of items for Girls:
18. White Stockings
19. Hairnet
20. White Long Socks
NOTE: For Item No. 18 - 20, please buy them yourself. Do not buy at the last minute :D [few days before wearing No.1 Uniform] Welfare will not provide any of the 3 items.
** Those that have problems/issues with their uniform, please approach monica, yusuf or myself before 13apr. Thank You (:
Signing Off,
Chia Yu
2. Pants (with the blue stripe) / Skirt (with the blue stripes line)
3. Aguillette
4. Tartan
5. Collar Dots
6. Cumberland
7. Lanyard
8. Gold Buttons (8 or 9 pcs)
9. Instrument Badge
10. Beret with Cap Badge
11. Shoulder Titles (with the metallic word 'BEATTY') (2pcs)
12. No. 1 Rank (L.CPL & above)
13. Band White Boots
14. White Belt
15. Safety Pins (arnd 11 - 12)
16. Basic White (white tee with no designs/patterns) to be worn inside the no.1 tunic
17. White Gloves
Additional list of items for Girls:
18. White Stockings
19. Hairnet
20. White Long Socks
NOTE: For Item No. 18 - 20, please buy them yourself. Do not buy at the last minute :D [few days before wearing No.1 Uniform] Welfare will not provide any of the 3 items.
** Those that have problems/issues with their uniform, please approach monica, yusuf or myself before 13apr. Thank You (:
Signing Off,
Chia Yu
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10:53 PM
10:53 PM
#67.Friends are our ASSETS, Drills=Discipline
Hey bandsmen, I hope you have enjoyed the camp. I need to tell all of you this, every bandsmen is important and I hope every single one of you will treasure each other. If any of us is missing, the sound that we make will not be full. All of you should find out the reasons of those who can't be present for practices and also, find out what is happening in their lives. We are all important, the band can't sound great without any one of us. Also, I feel that all of you should take drills seriously. Drills instils discipline in every one of us and we ought to show it some respect. Drills make us different from other bands as well. Friends are our assets and Drills=Discipline.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
#66.camp pack list
BAND CAMP PACK LIST:
2 PE SHIRT
2 PE SHORTS
2 PAIRS OF WHITE SOCKS
TORCHLIGHT
UNDERGARMENTS
PERSONAL TOLIETRIES
PERSONAL MEDICATION
SLIPPERS
SLEEPING BAG
PLASTIC BAG(s)
JACKET
MUG
PEN
UMBRELLA
SCHOOL SKIRT (girls only)
WATER BOTTLE (compulsory)
JOURNAL (compulsory)
CASH (lunches and dinners)
please remember to pack the stated items. And also enjoy the camp.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
9:26 PM
9:26 PM
#65.
Hey Bandsmen, SYF is coming and i hope all of you would cherish band practices and not waste precious time. Many details could be worked out within this period of time. We were not bad on Saturday and i hope all of you would work harder to get that medal! Lets work and practise hard for the 28 days we have left. we can DO it!
Nicholas
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10:13 PM
10:13 PM
#64.
Keep the good job going people!! :) Prove to other schools that BEATTY MILITARY BAND is bring back legend.. :) Therefore, LET'S DO IT!
Reminder:
report to school at 6.15am at band room on FRIDAY (13/2/09)
Saturday is full day! :) attire is school uniform..
more updates will be HERE or NOTICE BOARD. :)
angeline
Reminder:
report to school at 6.15am at band room on FRIDAY (13/2/09)
Saturday is full day! :) attire is school uniform..
more updates will be HERE or NOTICE BOARD. :)
angeline
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
10:04 PM
10:04 PM
#63.Philharmonic Winds Rehearsals And Important Notice
Thanks to all those who came for the rehearsals of the Philharmonic Winds. I hope that all of you had fun and learnt many things from the musicians. And also, thanks to Ms Caneda for her breakfast treat on the behalf of all sec fours! Bandsmen, i hope that all of you will be self- disciplined and not to talk to much during practices. I am sure that all of you would not want to do things over and over again. Jia you for the upcoming events!!
Nicholas
Nicholas
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7:20 PM
7:20 PM
#62. School reopen
Our LOOOOOOONG holidays are over.
Now, please be focused during BAND PRACTICES!
The upcoming events are CCA open house and the CONCERT IN EARLY MARCH!
For the CCA open house, your fellow sec 3s ARE IN CHARGE!
Please cooperate with them and there is a rehearsal tomorrow.
As in the stage performance rehearsal is 7th JANUARY.
Sec 3s, please be serious about this.
For the next 2 months, we will be practising seriously for the concert.
All the teachers are EXPECTING 100% attendance, unless you are horribly ILLLLLLLLLLL.
You have to produce an MC by the next practice or your attendance will still be ZERO on that day.
So PLEASSSSSSSSEEEEEEE...
BE MORE COMMITTED TO THE BAND! XD
Now, please be focused during BAND PRACTICES!
The upcoming events are CCA open house and the CONCERT IN EARLY MARCH!
For the CCA open house, your fellow sec 3s ARE IN CHARGE!
Please cooperate with them and there is a rehearsal tomorrow.
As in the stage performance rehearsal is 7th JANUARY.
Sec 3s, please be serious about this.
For the next 2 months, we will be practising seriously for the concert.
All the teachers are EXPECTING 100% attendance, unless you are horribly ILLLLLLLLLLL.
You have to produce an MC by the next practice or your attendance will still be ZERO on that day.
So PLEASSSSSSSSEEEEEEE...
BE MORE COMMITTED TO THE BAND! XD
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
8:17 PM
8:17 PM
#61.ATTENTION!
There will be an OUTING next MONDAY, 29th DECEMBER!!!
We are going to Wild Wild Wet!
IF u are interested, please INFORM NIcholas Or Guan CHin or ANY OF THE SEC 3s!
Meet at red circle AT 2PM!
U can Meet US there too!
Lolz
Please Remember to bring an extra SET OF CLOTHES (you dun really want to go home really wet right?) and at Least $20 or enough for u to enter the W.W.W (You dun bring we leave u outside the W.W.W only)
Alumnis are invited too! But Please inform US ASAP!
Thanks and ENJOY YOUR REMAINING HOLIDAYS! (not doing homework i hope)
We are going to Wild Wild Wet!
IF u are interested, please INFORM NIcholas Or Guan CHin or ANY OF THE SEC 3s!
Meet at red circle AT 2PM!
U can Meet US there too!
Lolz
Please Remember to bring an extra SET OF CLOTHES (you dun really want to go home really wet right?) and at Least $20 or enough for u to enter the W.W.W (You dun bring we leave u outside the W.W.W only)
Alumnis are invited too! But Please inform US ASAP!
Thanks and ENJOY YOUR REMAINING HOLIDAYS! (not doing homework i hope)
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
12:44 PM
12:44 PM
#60. feedback from camp
Band Camp Is over and of all the aims we had set for this camp...
We have accomplished most of them!!!
They are...
We have accomplished most of them!!!
They are...
1. Prepare concert and syf pieces ( not accomplished, but we found the root of the prob! ITS RHYTHM! )
2. Improve drill standards ( ok... not so much but we learn to march and play etc etc! )
3. Prepare for SYF drill video ( Even though we had prepared, i still think we could have done a better job with people being more serious and with the correct mindset )
4. To have better bonds among the bandsmen ( i believe we did this rather well )
5. To enjoy this 3 days together! ( I'm sure some or most or ALL of those who attended enjoyed yourselves! )
6. The good thing about this camp is... THE ENERGY AND SPIRIT IS THERE!!! (clap and cheer!)
The bad thing is we were unable to finish our set piece due to the difference in mindsets. In order to improve further we have to practice our parts more! SLs take note! During sectionals, train their RHYTHM first! Its IMPORTANT! After that, play the correct NOTES, add good ARTICULATIONS and good PHRASING. Thats all!
With this, we can advance even further than our level of standard now!
Oh! And about the drill competition! Sorry about the short preparation time, but we can see the effort put in by ALL of you! I'm sure if there was more time, you would give us a much greater performance!
Here are some comments...
To Barrack 1: Your timing is horribly fast... i can see that all of you are about to tire out. Dun so fast, maybe because its a competition and you all panick. ok. Yi jie, your commands may be loud, but they are not so clear yet. Try to make them clearer so people can differentiate between commands!
To Barrack 2: Your performance is above average, with a few problems here and there. Try to find any sec 3 to improve your drill standard. They will be willing to help! Elisa, good job in your very the LOUD commands!
To Barrack 3: Using the 13 step command a lot and its good. In this type of competition is best to use your better points and not hastily teach another tougher command just to get more marks, u might get minus marks more than the pluses! Swan Keng, good job, dun get mixed up with drill commandsl, other than that every things alright! XD
To Barrack 4: I see a lot of people working hard even though there were quite a lot of mistakes, thats good! Dun look back on those mistakes, rather, try to correct them and seek help from your seniors. Hafiz, even though you had a leg injury, u still worked hard. Command louder! you can do it!
Thats all, Remember to do the homework mr lum gave you!
Write down rhythms and bar numbers, study the score! AND KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOUR INSTRUMENT!
Good luck for first recitals!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
8:29 PM
8:29 PM
#59.
Here are the videos of the 34th NCO POP. Enjoy :D
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4:10 PM
4:10 PM
#58. Pack list
Ok the pack list is up already, there will be a spot check on the first day itself, not bringing a COMPLUSORY item means u earn 50 push-ups? or 5 rounds. Multiplied by rank and post.
Band Camp Pack List:
· 2 PE TEE SHIRT
· BLACK BAND TEE
· 2-3 PE SHORTS
· SCHOOL SKIRT (For Girls)
· 2-3 PAIRS OF WHITE SOCKS
· UNDERGARMENTS
· WHITE CANVAS SCHOOL SHOES
· PERSONAL TOLIETRIES
· JOURNAL (COMPLUSORY)
· SANDLES / SLIPPERS
· PERSONAL MEDICATION
· SLEEPING BAG/ MAT
· TORCHLIGHT
· WATER BOTTLE (COMPLUSORY)
· PLASTIC BAG
· PEN
· MUG
· JACKET
. UMBRELLA (SECTION LEADERS, Read below for instructions)
Handphones can be brought to camp, but they will be kept in a storage box. U can only use phones during Meal or free times. Anyone not surrendering their phones will have them their phones confiscated instead.
Another thing, to all SLs, you will be given time to prepare for your section competitions during this camp. So if u don't use this time wisely, too bad.
SLs will go out and buy food for their sections. Sections with more than 4 people are allowed to send another representatives. As shown above, you are to bring umbrellas in case it rains. If you didn't bring, too bad.
Remember To report on tuesday in pe attire at 8.00!
Band Camp Pack List:
· 2 PE TEE SHIRT
· BLACK BAND TEE
· 2-3 PE SHORTS
· SCHOOL SKIRT (For Girls)
· 2-3 PAIRS OF WHITE SOCKS
· UNDERGARMENTS
· WHITE CANVAS SCHOOL SHOES
· PERSONAL TOLIETRIES
· JOURNAL (COMPLUSORY)
· SANDLES / SLIPPERS
· PERSONAL MEDICATION
· SLEEPING BAG/ MAT
· TORCHLIGHT
· WATER BOTTLE (COMPLUSORY)
· PLASTIC BAG
· PEN
· MUG
· JACKET
. UMBRELLA (SECTION LEADERS, Read below for instructions)
Handphones can be brought to camp, but they will be kept in a storage box. U can only use phones during Meal or free times. Anyone not surrendering their phones will have them their phones confiscated instead.
Another thing, to all SLs, you will be given time to prepare for your section competitions during this camp. So if u don't use this time wisely, too bad.
SLs will go out and buy food for their sections. Sections with more than 4 people are allowed to send another representatives. As shown above, you are to bring umbrellas in case it rains. If you didn't bring, too bad.
Remember To report on tuesday in pe attire at 8.00!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
4:29 PM
4:29 PM
#57. Philharmonic Winds
PHILHARMONIC WINDS is performing on 7th December 2008 (Sunday) , 7.30pm @ the esplanade concert hall.
This is the last time Mr Leonard Tan conducts for phil winds before he goes off to indiana.
Bandsmen, this is a must see concert!
Below are the details of the concert:
Moving on to the traditional music of the Americas, Herbert Owen Reed's La Fiesta Mexicana is inspired by various forms of music he heard while living in Mexico. Interestingly, all three pieces demonstrate influence by bells in different ways, and the audience will hear bell tones painting vivid pictures of churches and landscapes.
Finally, renowned saxophonist Vincent Gnojek, Professor of Saxophone at the University of Kansas, USA, returns to perform with Philwinds. Paul Creston's Concerto for Saxophone and Orchestra is one of the most significant compositions for the relatively-younger saxophone, only breaking into the orchestra lineup in the last century, and Philwinds is honoured to have Vince back with us again.
These pieces have been integral in forming the backbone of wind orchestra music, and any wind orchestra afficionado must grab this chance to hear them at least once in their lifetimes!
This is the last time Mr Leonard Tan conducts for phil winds before he goes off to indiana.
Bandsmen, this is a must see concert!
Below are the details of the concert:
Moving on to the traditional music of the Americas, Herbert Owen Reed's La Fiesta Mexicana is inspired by various forms of music he heard while living in Mexico. Interestingly, all three pieces demonstrate influence by bells in different ways, and the audience will hear bell tones painting vivid pictures of churches and landscapes.
Finally, renowned saxophonist Vincent Gnojek, Professor of Saxophone at the University of Kansas, USA, returns to perform with Philwinds. Paul Creston's Concerto for Saxophone and Orchestra is one of the most significant compositions for the relatively-younger saxophone, only breaking into the orchestra lineup in the last century, and Philwinds is honoured to have Vince back with us again.
These pieces have been integral in forming the backbone of wind orchestra music, and any wind orchestra afficionado must grab this chance to hear them at least once in their lifetimes!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
1:48 PM
1:48 PM
#56.
1.There is a concert by NAN CHIAU WIND ORCHESTRA.
On Saturday, 13th December. 7.30 pm
At Nan Chiau High School.
Featuring songs like:
Ross Roy
El Bimbo
A Music Park
The Seventh Night of July
Into The Storm
Highlights from High School Musical!
Tickets at $5.
2.Sec 1s are to wear your school uniform on SATURDAY!
Sec 2s and 3s WEAR your BASIC WHITE and PE SHORTS!
Let's do well for Promotion Parade!
3.We will be having an outing with Evergreen Secondary on the 21st November.
Interested people please tell nicholas, jian ying or guan chin.
Its in the afternoon, going woodlands.
On Saturday, 13th December. 7.30 pm
At Nan Chiau High School.
Featuring songs like:
Ross Roy
El Bimbo
A Music Park
The Seventh Night of July
Into The Storm
Highlights from High School Musical!
Tickets at $5.
2.Sec 1s are to wear your school uniform on SATURDAY!
Sec 2s and 3s WEAR your BASIC WHITE and PE SHORTS!
Let's do well for Promotion Parade!
3.We will be having an outing with Evergreen Secondary on the 21st November.
Interested people please tell nicholas, jian ying or guan chin.
Its in the afternoon, going woodlands.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
11:07 AM
11:07 AM
#55.Upcoming Concerts!
I ENCOURAGE all people to watch (LISTEN TO) CONCERTs by other schools as well as Community Bands.
When people from different ways of life or to put simply, different places gather to form a band, the band will be classified as a COMMUNITY BAND. Examples are the Philharmonic Winds, the West Winds, Sembawang Symphonic Winds etc... etc... etc.
Two concerts put up by community bands are:
19th November 2008 - IN HARMONY 24: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF MILITARY MUSIC SERVICES.
This concert is put up by the Singapore Armed Forces Central Band & 6 Members of 'The President's Own US Marine Band.
Featuring songs like:
Three Portraits for Symphonic Band - World Premiere (Kelly Tang)Concertante for Flute, Clarinet and Winds (Franz Danzi)
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story - Singapore Premiere (Leonard Bernstein)
Masquerade (Vincent Persichetti)
&
21st December 2008 - SYMPHONIE IV
By the SEMBAWANG SYMPHONIC WINDS!
Featuring Songs like:
Folk Song Suite
Raise of the Son
Dvorak's 9th Symphony
Cantiphonia
Two fantastic concerts by community bands. Submit your names to Nicholas or Guan Chin or anyone who will pass your names to us XD
Not to mention concerts by other schools,
6th December 2008 - PASSIONE III
By the Yuying Secondary School Concert Band
And
19th December 2008 - MUSIC WITH HEARTS 2
By the Evergreen Secondary School Concert Band
I Really advise all BANDSMEN to go for concerts and listen to how good YOUR instrument can be.
Names pass to the same people of course.
When people from different ways of life or to put simply, different places gather to form a band, the band will be classified as a COMMUNITY BAND. Examples are the Philharmonic Winds, the West Winds, Sembawang Symphonic Winds etc... etc... etc.
Two concerts put up by community bands are:
19th November 2008 - IN HARMONY 24: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF MILITARY MUSIC SERVICES.
This concert is put up by the Singapore Armed Forces Central Band & 6 Members of 'The President's Own US Marine Band.
Featuring songs like:
Three Portraits for Symphonic Band - World Premiere (Kelly Tang)Concertante for Flute, Clarinet and Winds (Franz Danzi)
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story - Singapore Premiere (Leonard Bernstein)
Masquerade (Vincent Persichetti)
&
21st December 2008 - SYMPHONIE IV
By the SEMBAWANG SYMPHONIC WINDS!
Featuring Songs like:
Folk Song Suite
Raise of the Son
Dvorak's 9th Symphony
Cantiphonia
Two fantastic concerts by community bands. Submit your names to Nicholas or Guan Chin or anyone who will pass your names to us XD
Not to mention concerts by other schools,
6th December 2008 - PASSIONE III
By the Yuying Secondary School Concert Band
And
19th December 2008 - MUSIC WITH HEARTS 2
By the Evergreen Secondary School Concert Band
I Really advise all BANDSMEN to go for concerts and listen to how good YOUR instrument can be.
Names pass to the same people of course.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
9:46 PM
9:46 PM
#54. Parade Commaders and Flag Bearers
Now that exams are over...
Its not the time to RELAX!
1. The FIRST RECITALS AND SECTION COMPETITION are coming!
SLs, you better prepare for your sections for it!
2. This week is our turn to do flag raising again.
14th October 2008 - Commander: Nicholas
Flag Bearers - Yi Jie and Monica
15th October 2008 - Commander: Jian Ying
Flag Bearers - Tze Ching and Swan Keng
16th October 2008 - Commander: Wan Ting
Flag Bearers - Li Ying and Yi Hui
17th October 2008 - Commander: Chia Yu
Flag Bearers - Jovan and Jonathan
Apparently, this will be our last time for the year.
Next year, the Sec 2s will be the Commanders while the Sec 1s shall be Flag Bearers.
Its not the time to RELAX!
1. The FIRST RECITALS AND SECTION COMPETITION are coming!
SLs, you better prepare for your sections for it!
2. This week is our turn to do flag raising again.
14th October 2008 - Commander: Nicholas
Flag Bearers - Yi Jie and Monica
15th October 2008 - Commander: Jian Ying
Flag Bearers - Tze Ching and Swan Keng
16th October 2008 - Commander: Wan Ting
Flag Bearers - Li Ying and Yi Hui
17th October 2008 - Commander: Chia Yu
Flag Bearers - Jovan and Jonathan
Apparently, this will be our last time for the year.
Next year, the Sec 2s will be the Commanders while the Sec 1s shall be Flag Bearers.
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
8:03 PM
8:03 PM
#53. NOTICES! TAKE NOTE XD
1. Band will be suspended due to the UPCOMING EXAMS.
Meaning, after the practice on 13th SEPTEMBER, there will be no band practice.
Band shall resume ON 11th OCTOBER, SATURDAY.
2. CLAPs is cancelled due to the upcoming exams.
3. To ALL SECTION LEADERS, the FIRST RECITALS AND SECTION COMPETITION are coming. Please prepare your section for IT!
4. LAST BUT NOT LEAST!!!!
Meaning, after the practice on 13th SEPTEMBER, there will be no band practice.
Band shall resume ON 11th OCTOBER, SATURDAY.
2. CLAPs is cancelled due to the upcoming exams.
3. To ALL SECTION LEADERS, the FIRST RECITALS AND SECTION COMPETITION are coming. Please prepare your section for IT!
4. LAST BUT NOT LEAST!!!!
!GOOD!
!LUCK!
!FOR!
!E.O.Y!
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8:27 PM
8:27 PM
#52.
Good job for the teachers' day performance today!
Jia You for upcoming performance, which is CLAPs!
There is band on 30th August! And wear Pe Shirt and shorts!
Jia You for upcoming performance, which is CLAPs!
There is band on 30th August! And wear Pe Shirt and shorts!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
2:28 PM
2:28 PM
#51. September Band Camp 2008
September Band Camp 2008
Pack List:
· 2 PE TEE SHIRT
· BLACK BAND TEE
· 2-3 PE SHORTS
· TORCHLIGHT
· 2-3 PAIRS OF WHITE SOCKS
· UNDERGARMENTS
· PERSONAL TOLIETRIES
· SANDLES / SLIPPERS
· WHITE CANVAS SCHOOL SHOES
· PERSONAL MEDICATION
· PERSONAL ITEMS
· SLEEPING BAG/ MAT
· WATER BOTTLE
· PLASTIC BAG
· JOURNAL
· PEN
· MUG
· JACKET
· SCHOOL SKIRT
*NOTE: no electronic devices allowed ( Handphones, PSP etc)
Please read and memorise the pack list!
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
10:16 PM
10:16 PM
#49. Flag-raising
Wow!
Its our turn to do flag raising again!
Here's the list of FORTUNATE people! XD
26th August 2008 - Commander: Karen
Flag Bearers: Jovan and Cheng Fei
27th August 2008 - Commander: Jian Ying
Flag Bearers: Yi Hui and Li Ying
28th August 2008 - Commander: Poh Gek
Flag Bearers: Yusuf and Hafiz
29th August 2008 - Commander: Nicholas
Flag Bearers: Monica and Sim Wang
Jia You to all Parade commanders and Flag bearers!
Guan Chin
Its our turn to do flag raising again!
Here's the list of FORTUNATE people! XD
26th August 2008 - Commander: Karen
Flag Bearers: Jovan and Cheng Fei
27th August 2008 - Commander: Jian Ying
Flag Bearers: Yi Hui and Li Ying
28th August 2008 - Commander: Poh Gek
Flag Bearers: Yusuf and Hafiz
29th August 2008 - Commander: Nicholas
Flag Bearers: Monica and Sim Wang
Jia You to all Parade commanders and Flag bearers!
Guan Chin
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5:26 PM
5:26 PM
#48. IMPORTANT!!! (i think) XD
GOOD JOB for the past 2 WEEKS!
As Mr Lum had said, we MUST MOVE FROM SUCCESS TO SUCCESS!
Don't BE PROUD just because we did a good job for the last few performances!!!
ONE MORE THING!
DO WELL IN YOUR STUDIES!
And SECTION LEADERS please take note:
PREPARE your SEC 1s for FIRST RECITALS! (It will come sooner than expected)
PREPARE your SECTION for SECTION COMPETITION! (Also sooner than expected)
There will be no band on 12th AUGUST and 14th AUGUST
Guan Chin
As Mr Lum had said, we MUST MOVE FROM SUCCESS TO SUCCESS!
Don't BE PROUD just because we did a good job for the last few performances!!!
ONE MORE THING!
DO WELL IN YOUR STUDIES!
And SECTION LEADERS please take note:
PREPARE your SEC 1s for FIRST RECITALS! (It will come sooner than expected)
PREPARE your SECTION for SECTION COMPETITION! (Also sooner than expected)
There will be no band on 12th AUGUST and 14th AUGUST
Guan Chin
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8:07 PM
8:07 PM
#47. National Day Dinner
National Day Dinner
Friday, 2nd August 2008
Attire: Blazers, school uniform, white pants/skirt and black shoes
REPORT in the bandroom by 4.15!
The TRUCK will arrive by 6.00!
BUS would come at 6.15!
Have a HEAVY LUNCH! You would be back in school latest by 8!!!
DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!!
REST WELL!!!
Don't be SICK!
THANK YOUR SENIORS FOR COMING BACK TO HELP US!
Oh! And thank the CO for lending us their BLAZERS FOR ALL THE PERFORMANCES!
Everyone JIA YOU for the PERFORMANCE!
Guan Chin XD
Friday, 2nd August 2008
Attire: Blazers, school uniform, white pants/skirt and black shoes
REPORT in the bandroom by 4.15!
The TRUCK will arrive by 6.00!
BUS would come at 6.15!
Have a HEAVY LUNCH! You would be back in school latest by 8!!!
DRINK LOTS OF WATER!!!
REST WELL!!!
Don't be SICK!
THANK YOUR SENIORS FOR COMING BACK TO HELP US!
Oh! And thank the CO for lending us their BLAZERS FOR ALL THE PERFORMANCES!
Everyone JIA YOU for the PERFORMANCE!
Guan Chin XD
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
6:52 PM
6:52 PM
#46
Good Job bandsmen!
For Official Opening.
Now that Official Opening is over let's concentrate on National Day Dinner which is on Sunday.
Repertoire:
For Official Opening.
Now that Official Opening is over let's concentrate on National Day Dinner which is on Sunday.
Repertoire:
- Soul Bosa Nova
- One Moment In Time
- 陪你看日出 (Sunrise)
- Pirates of the Caribbean: At The World's End
- Hidamari No Uta
- Count On Me Singapore
Please Remember what Mr. Lum and Mr. Tan said about the pieces..
Please Play Well..
All the Best Bandsmen!!
Angeline (Bty Alto Saxophonist)
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9:45 PM
9:45 PM
#45. More notices XD check it out!
Bandsmen!
New updates on the upcoming events are here (i not sure whether new or not) XD
1.Official Opening (1/8)
This is the ACTUAL thing!!!
You are to REPORT by 2.30! (Same Time as the offical opening preview)
This time, Go to the pool table on the THIRD floor to collect your BLAZERS FIRST!
Oh, ONE MORE THING!
Please Do NOT TALK TOO MUCH OR PLAY DURING WARMUPS AND THE ACTUAL THING!
Oh, by the way, please THANK the COs for lending us their blazers.
2.National Day Dinner (3/8)
The pieces ARE:
3.National Day Parade (8/8)
There will be a rehearsal on the 28/7.
Please attend it.
MEMORISE YOUR PIECES!
The pieces are:
New updates on the upcoming events are here (i not sure whether new or not) XD
1.Official Opening (1/8)
This is the ACTUAL thing!!!
You are to REPORT by 2.30! (Same Time as the offical opening preview)
This time, Go to the pool table on the THIRD floor to collect your BLAZERS FIRST!
Oh, ONE MORE THING!
Please Do NOT TALK TOO MUCH OR PLAY DURING WARMUPS AND THE ACTUAL THING!
Oh, by the way, please THANK the COs for lending us their blazers.
2.National Day Dinner (3/8)
The pieces ARE:
- Soul Bossa Nova
- One Moment In Time
- Pei Wo Kan Ri Chu
- Pirates Of the Carribean
- Hidamari No Uta
- Count On Me Singapore
3.National Day Parade (8/8)
There will be a rehearsal on the 28/7.
Please attend it.
MEMORISE YOUR PIECES!
The pieces are:
- Happy Wanderer
- Pomp and Circumstance
- National Anthem
- Superman Fanfare
Please come even if it is a dry weather program (shrugs... the one in parade square) or the wet weather program (I don't know what that means but is raining then we move to hall).
Guan Chin
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4:41 PM
4:41 PM
#44. do reflect
Bandsmen.. please really do reflect on your behaviour.. please do not let today session of talk go to waste please.. do learn from it. do pay attention to your attitude towards band. if you think u cant cope with it feel free to tell us. we are happy to help you solve your problem. if you guys are half-hearted towards band you are welcome to just leave. we want committed memebers not guest performers.. ok thats all i want to say..
JIANYING.. =/
JIANYING.. =/
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9:11 PM
9:11 PM
#43
To all bandsmen,
We are going to be really busy for the next two weeks so please take good care of yourself and try not to get yourself too pressurized. All best for the upcoming events! :D
Karen~
We are going to be really busy for the next two weeks so please take good care of yourself and try not to get yourself too pressurized. All best for the upcoming events! :D
Karen~
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
9:12 PM
9:12 PM
#42
Please take note:
Tomorrow's practice (17 July) is meant for the entire band. Everyone are required to turn up. :)
Thank you~
Karen~
Tomorrow's practice (17 July) is meant for the entire band. Everyone are required to turn up. :)
Thank you~
Karen~
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
8:38 PM
8:38 PM
#41
Ok!
A couple of things to note!
Next WEDNESDAY, 16th July, there is an Student Chorus rehearsal.
Girls who have yet to show Ms Phua their white skirts better bring them next wednesday.
The next OO rehearsal would be on 19th July.
Whether there will be band practice on that day would be decided soon.(Real soon, i mean it)
Next!
When you are in the STUDENT CHORUS practice, please do not talk unnecessarily.
This is a really bad habit of the bandsmen, talking during practice time.
Please change it.
I know sometimes u all need to ask your seniors about somethings, but other than music, please save it for later.
Coming into the bandroom during practice time is basically for... PLAYING MUSIC
Nothing else.
Do not give the top 4 a reason to punish you all.
Following that,
NOTEBOOKS!
How many million times do you need us to talk about this???
THE NOTEBOOK IS THERE FOR A REASON.
A few people still owes me punishment...
Not bringing the book to band... 20 pumpings
Not taking the book out, as in u have the book but its in the bag... 10 pumpings
Not taking down any notes... 5 pumpings
GET IT???
Nothing else for now.
Everyone jia you for OO and our next major event... NATIONAL DAY DINNER
GUAN CHIN
A couple of things to note!
Next WEDNESDAY, 16th July, there is an Student Chorus rehearsal.
Girls who have yet to show Ms Phua their white skirts better bring them next wednesday.
The next OO rehearsal would be on 19th July.
Whether there will be band practice on that day would be decided soon.(Real soon, i mean it)
Next!
When you are in the STUDENT CHORUS practice, please do not talk unnecessarily.
This is a really bad habit of the bandsmen, talking during practice time.
Please change it.
I know sometimes u all need to ask your seniors about somethings, but other than music, please save it for later.
Coming into the bandroom during practice time is basically for... PLAYING MUSIC
Nothing else.
Do not give the top 4 a reason to punish you all.
Following that,
NOTEBOOKS!
How many million times do you need us to talk about this???
THE NOTEBOOK IS THERE FOR A REASON.
A few people still owes me punishment...
Not bringing the book to band... 20 pumpings
Not taking the book out, as in u have the book but its in the bag... 10 pumpings
Not taking down any notes... 5 pumpings
GET IT???
Nothing else for now.
Everyone jia you for OO and our next major event... NATIONAL DAY DINNER
GUAN CHIN
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9:39 PM
9:39 PM
#40
Some important notices to take note of!:
1) Student chorus are dated to be on:
9 July (WED) --3:30pm
11 July (FRI) -- 4:00pm
*16 July (wed) -- to be confirmed
19 July (SAT) -- To be confirmed
Please kindly take note of the following dates. feel free to ask any questions through the tagboard. :)
2) Sectionals THIS THURSDAY is only for percussion and woodwinds. However, bandsmen who are not in this sections and would like to come and practice, you are more then welcomed to.
*edited on 11 July.
Karen~
1) Student chorus are dated to be on:
9 July (WED) --3:30pm
11 July (FRI) -- 4:00pm
*16 July (wed) -- to be confirmed
19 July (SAT) -- To be confirmed
Please kindly take note of the following dates. feel free to ask any questions through the tagboard. :)
2)
*edited on 11 July.
Karen~
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8:55 PM
8:55 PM
#39 National Anthem
Good job for today's National Anthem! Despite having to wake up really early just to do warm-ups, we have impressed our fellow teachers and students! Let us thank the commander and Flag-bearers too! :D *gives all cookies*
By the way, The mystery of Duffy's cut and Pop culture are up in the playlist. (courtesy of Mr Lum; thanks! ) Please listen to them!
Let us continue working hard as a band! :)
By the way, The mystery of Duffy's cut and Pop culture are up in the playlist. (courtesy of Mr Lum; thanks! ) Please listen to them!
Let us continue working hard as a band! :)
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
7:25 PM
7:25 PM
#38 SYF 2008
found a video regarding the SYF outdoor 2008 opening ceremony from last Friday:
DE YI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Meanwhile, maybe you can check out their central judging at the same time. :)
Here's one from Tajong Katong secondary school. (SYF 2008 central judging)
Should anyone have any videos to recommend, feel free to tell me. I'll be glad to post them up. :)
Anyway, enjoy!
Karen~
DE YI SECONDARY SCHOOL
Meanwhile, maybe you can check out their central judging at the same time. :)
Here's one from Tajong Katong secondary school. (SYF 2008 central judging)
Should anyone have any videos to recommend, feel free to tell me. I'll be glad to post them up. :)
Anyway, enjoy!
Karen~
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8:41 PM
8:41 PM
#37 National Anthem!!!
List Of Performers For 3rd July National Anthem
Flutes: Munsyi, Wan Ting, Swan Keng, Kah Yee
Clarinets: Li Ping, Ming Yang, Karen, Poh Gek, Tze Ching, Li Ying
Saxophones: Xin Yu, Li Yi, Yi Jie, Yi Hui
French Horns: Hafiz, Sim Wang, Yusuf
Trumpets: AJ, Chia Yu, Boh Hin
Trombones: Guan Chin, Nicholas, Elisa
Euphoniums: Monica
Tubas: Jovan, Cheng Fei
Percussions: Haziq, Jin Jun, Lian Min, Serene
Please THANK the Sec 4s for helping us.
Report at 6.30 am in the bandroom.
We will do warmups and run through the song.
P.s. There will be a special conductor that day.
Guan CHin
Flutes: Munsyi, Wan Ting, Swan Keng, Kah Yee
Clarinets: Li Ping, Ming Yang, Karen, Poh Gek, Tze Ching, Li Ying
Saxophones: Xin Yu, Li Yi, Yi Jie, Yi Hui
French Horns: Hafiz, Sim Wang, Yusuf
Trumpets: AJ, Chia Yu, Boh Hin
Trombones: Guan Chin, Nicholas, Elisa
Euphoniums: Monica
Tubas: Jovan, Cheng Fei
Percussions: Haziq, Jin Jun, Lian Min, Serene
Please THANK the Sec 4s for helping us.
Report at 6.30 am in the bandroom.
We will do warmups and run through the song.
P.s. There will be a special conductor that day.
Guan CHin
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
8:28 PM
8:28 PM
#36 Notices!!! TAKE NOTE!!!
Apparently this is my first post so if theres anything wrong please tell me!
NO.1
For the first time in history (i think) our band is now doing parade commanding and flag raising.
Having seen (or heard) the splendid performance by our drum major on 30th June, our band will continue doing this. For the entire of this week, Sec 3s will be the Parade commanders while 2 sec 2s be the Flag bearers.
The flag bearers were not bad too, please congratulate them for their first try and keep up the good work!
The list below would be the upcoming commanders and flag bearers:
2nd July: Commander- Nicholas
Flag Bearers- Kah Yee and Swan Keng
3rd July: Commander- Jian Ying
Flag Bearers- Yi Kai and Jonathan
4th July: Commander- Wan Ting
Flag Bearers- Boh Hin and Yi Jie
NO. 2
About JOURNALS...
They are suppose to be used during PRACTICES.
To Take Down NOTES and IMPORTANT POINTS which are pointed out.
So please take them seriously. (I mean it)
NO.3
On THURSDAY, 3th July, we will be playing National anthem. Sorry to most of the sec 1s as they wont be performing with us this coming THURSDAY. The List of performers will be out by TUESDAY, 1st July. Well, apparently band is doing parade commanding at the same time so it would look rather special. Performers are to reach school by 6.30 am on that day
Oh... thats all, by the way.
The playlist has been updated.
The top 5 songs would be the songs we would be playing for our concert.
Im still trying to find Mystery of Duffy's cut and pop culture though.
whoever got these 2 songs please send me!
Guan Chin
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10:39 PM
10:39 PM
#35. NYCB CONCERT!
here to promote a concert. for my nygh friend. details below!
Nanyang Concert Band
4 August, Monday
7.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
$20 / $15 (students / NSF / senior citizens)
Repertoire:
Funiculi-Funicula Rhapsody
Jalan-jalan
Joh Hisaishi Works 2
Sock Hop Tonight (Jnr Band)
Sabre Dance (Perc Ens)
Tribal Beat Sound System (Perc Ens)
演歌 (Alumni)
Dancin' Megahits (Alumni)
Hymn to the Infinite Sky
Latin Favourites
A Disneyland Celebration
if u wanna know more, can go to esplanade.com
and if want tickets, please contact yvonne @ yvonnefongcy@gmail.com
Nanyang Concert Band
4 August, Monday
7.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
$20 / $15 (students / NSF / senior citizens)
Repertoire:
Funiculi-Funicula Rhapsody
Jalan-jalan
Joh Hisaishi Works 2
Sock Hop Tonight (Jnr Band)
Sabre Dance (Perc Ens)
Tribal Beat Sound System (Perc Ens)
演歌 (Alumni)
Dancin' Megahits (Alumni)
Hymn to the Infinite Sky
Latin Favourites
A Disneyland Celebration
if u wanna know more, can go to esplanade.com
and if want tickets, please contact yvonne @ yvonnefongcy@gmail.com
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
10:03 PM
10:03 PM
#34.
Hello bandsmen =P please notice that, for every tuesday band pratice everyone would be wearing their full uniform attire =D and for saturday pratice will be band tee-shirt =D for sec1s it will be pe t-shirt =D
BTW =D
BANDSMEN AH! please sing louder during the student chorus? haha!
jianying =D
BTW =D
BANDSMEN AH! please sing louder during the student chorus? haha!
jianying =D
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5:46 PM
5:46 PM
#33.
YO.. Bandsmen! =D please remember, those who are going for the philharmonic winds concert on sunday 15 june, meet at toa payoh red cricle at 6pm! =D Tickets will be given to you on that day by nicholas.
JIANYING =D
JIANYING =D
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
7:36 PM
7:36 PM
#32. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
On the behalf of the entire band. :)
~Karen
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12:00 AM
12:00 AM
#31.CLAPs! video
hey people! xinyu here. enjoy the videos taken! happy watching! and find out the parts we need to work on too!
SOUL BOSSA NOVA
ONE MOMENT IN TIME
BEST OF GREEN DAY
TWO IRISH SKETCHES; the legend of tully castle
PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN; at world's end
enjoy! =)
SOUL BOSSA NOVA
ONE MOMENT IN TIME
BEST OF GREEN DAY
TWO IRISH SKETCHES; the legend of tully castle
PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN; at world's end
enjoy! =)
feelthebeatoftheband; espritdecorp.
9:21 PM
9:21 PM