Our Brass section got to finally meet up in person again after over 12 months of being away and using Zoom. It was great to be able to play together again!
Band rehearsals restart!
16th February 2021
Another great week’s practice online!
Remember, playing an instrument takes practice and dedication, so keep up the excellent work!
Below are the links to what is required for grade 1 on each instrument, and this week you will need to complete the following:
- Brass: 1. Scale #1
- Drums: 1. Solo #1
- Mallets: 6. Exercise #15
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9th February 2021
Second week of Virtual Tuition done!
Great to see you all working hard and doing your daily practices! Playing an instrument takes practice and dedication, so keep up the excellent work!
Below are this week weekly exercises for you to do, but do not forget to practice the basics, like buzzing on your mouthpiece or simple rudiments on the drum!
2nd February 2021
Well done to everyone who took part in the virtual Tuition. Running every week until we can return, we will be working on the fundamental skills for each of the sections, Brass & Percussion.
Each week, we will set some simple exercises to practice what you have learnt, doing these everyday will improve your skills rapidly.
Please find below the exercises to practice this week.
Well done Brian!
A big well done to Brian Taylor who received his Silver Acorn recently for services to Scouting. Brian is a pivotal member of the band leadership team and can be seen playing the biggest instrument in the band!⠀
New Website
Ready for our next exciting chapter, the band has launched it’s new website. Keep checking back for exciting news about 2021.