The day started with a trip to Otago University to watch the solo competitions take place, all of the Youth band were stunned at how fast, loud, quiet, and lyrical the soloists were. Almost all of the band saw Mike Ford gain his umpteenth Tenor Horn title in a magical performance, congratulations to another Nelsonian, Steve Rudhall who came second in the cornet solos.
After seeing the soloists the band then had a quick whizz around the mall to get some shopping in, before coming back to the hostel for lunch and then a stroll to Moanna Pool, where a great time was had by all (some daredevil divers we have in this band!).
Following the pool, we had dinner and the percussion team managed to get a sectional rehearsal with professional percussionist Grant Myhil (which inspired all of them very much), a full rehearsal at half past seven saw the band in fine form and the sound of our bass trombonist even had the first cornets turning round to look at who was making all the noise! Well done Katherine!
Post rehearsal the boys successfully beat the girls into bed with lights out and all quiet by ten past ten, they will all enjoy the ice creams the girls will buy for them tomorrow...
HI from Nelson. You guys sound as if you are having so much fun. Congrats to the soloists. Its another glorious sunny day in Nelson (again!). Don't eat too much chocolate at the Factory this afternoon girls - especially Katie and Annabella. Everytime I ring all I hear is giggles and laughter. Nic and Co you are doing a great job - I hope you are not too worn out and you are having fun too!!
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Hi band people, thanks for the updates. Well done the soloists and well done the boys on being first to bed. Hope the Dunedin sun is shining at least a little.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the competition tomorrow. Apparently the octopus has predicted you will do well, however there may be broken crockery!
Regards
Jeffrey & Sandy
YEA KATHERINE!!! ur the bomb!!
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