The weather didn’t look promising when we arrived at Emu Park on Sunday for their markets. The sun did come out, however, and the playout proceeded apace.
Our location was very central, adjacent to the hamburger stall, so we had a ready supply of onlookers. Some clapped along, some sang along, and one little girl even dropped a donation into an inadvertently opened instrument case. And everyone had a good time
I think we’ll probably be back to perform at another Emu Park market in the near future.
By camerong on July 17, 2011 | Posted in News |
Flood waters have now receded from the hall, however the memories linger. There are still large standing pools of water behind the hall, and also underneath.
Fortunately, water didn’t enter the hall at all, but there was still heaps to do to get the hall back into action. Mud was everywhere outside, so a small working bee was held to start the cleaning process. Sandflies are resident in huge clouds at the moment, and mosquitos will appear shortly. Due to boggy conditions, bingo had to be cancelled again this week.
Bingo will definitely resume on Thursday January 20. Rehearsals resume on Monday January 17.
By camerong on January 15, 2011 | Posted in News |
The current flooding situation over much of Queensland has affected our bandhall somewhat. Coincidentally, we also had problems with our website, and couldn’t update it for a while.
The band is currently in Christmas recess, however members still hold our regular bingo games, which provide the funds that keep the band going. With the bandhall now surrounded by water, these games are currently suspended. It is hoped they will resume on Thursday January 13.
Fortunately, Rockhampton gets ample warning of largescale floods, so a couple of members attended and moved items to higher ground, just in case. Fortunately, with the water levels not reaching the 1991 level, no water entered the hall. We hope to begin rehearsals again on Monday January 17.
By camerong on January 8, 2011 | Posted in News |
At the band Christmas Party, held at the band hall in December, three new life members were presented with their certificates and medals.
Nathaniel, Keith and Len with their certificates and medals
The three, Nathaniel Fitzgerald-Hood, Keith Stock, and Len Sinnott, have been with the band for some time, and were given this honour in respect of their committed service to the band.
Nathaniel has played euphonium for some years with the band, and served as treasurer for a number of years.
Keith is a percussionist, and has always been on hand to perform a multitude of tasks, including that of custodian.
Len has been the band drum major for many years. He was awarded the Champion Drum Major of Australia title in 1995.
Unfortunately, Nathaniel has now moved away from town and Len has retired from his drum major duties. Our best wishes to all our life members.
By camerong on December 19, 2010 | Posted in News |
For the final time this year, the band has performed at the Rockhampton Heritage Village Markets. As it was also the last markets before Christmas, the band performed sets of Christmas carols and songs, accompanied by a number of local vocalists.
Although the threat of rain was ever present throughout the day, it held off just long enough for our performance to conclude.
We have one more engagement remaining for the year at the Emu Park Carols by Candlelight.
By camerong on November 28, 2010 | Also posted in Playouts |
