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Sunshine Brass 2010 concert series

 

The year began with renew focus on music and musical direction and a decision to extend repertoire, community activities and personal musical development.  “Music in the round” was trailed in the last concert of ’09 and proved popular and at the first concert of the year in March it was decided to continue with this concept.  The band had been playing at the ‘D’ grade level for a number of years and it was decided to upgrade to the ‘C’ grade level. The band also decided to seek a different stage uniform and a maroon shirt was voted as the most appropriate for our region.

Coolum Civic Centre

This was the perfect venue for ‘Music in the Round’ .  The band finally gained good media coverage and the 400 seating auditorium was nearly half full.  Music ranged from Mozart to ABBA.  10 cornets standing in front of the band playing “Hey Jude” was an impressive sight.  This concert allowed the band to play sections of their ‘own choice’ pieces for the Qld band championships.

Wide Bay Tour

In the band’s 102 year history Sunshine Brass had never been on an official band tour.  This happened in May when the band embarked on a weekend tour of 3 towns Gympie for an afternoon concert, Maryborough evening concert and the next day in Wandi for an afternoon concert.  The program included the entire repertoire they were to use at the Qld. Band Championships, together with featuring a number of soloists, including a tenor horn trio, trombone quartet with rhythm section, a flugel and cornet solo and a euphonium duet.  The response from each town was very encouraging and the band performed extremely well over this period.

 

Maroochydore Salvation Army

In preparation for the Qld. Band Championships a concert of only music for the championship was presented at the Salvation Army.  This Thursday night 1 hour concert still resulted in a very encouraging crowd and it was a great practice run for the band.  As the championship music was only 35 minutes a guest artist was engaged and on this occasion was a violist Allie Shaw who had just completed a major examination gaining a high distinction in the process.  The viola, playing music by Handel, was a perfect balance to the band and all remarked that this idea should be again used.

 

Queensland Band Championship

The Championships were held at the Gold Coast for the first time and the band was excited by their prospects because of the number of times that we have been able to perform their program over the past 2 months.  The band played extremely well in their new grade, which resulted in a 1st place for their own choice and the street march, 2nd in the set piece and the remainder 3rd’s  - resulting in a 3rd overall with just 1 point separating 2/3rd position.  The camaraderie between players both on the performing stage, group lunch and back stage was a delight to be part of and bodes well for the future of the band.




Future engagements for the band

 

Maroochydore Sub Branch RSL

The intimacy of this sub branch meeting room allows the audience to get closer to the band and enjoy closer contact with the players.  It is the beginning of Senior’s week and the music chosen will be light hearted but toe taping.  Expect a sing a long at this concert. This concert will be on August 15th commencing 2.00  

 

Caloundra Concert – Uniting Church Caloundra

A Celtic theme has been arranged for this concert.  Bagpipes, kilts and rollicking music will send the audience home in a good mood to face another week.
26 September 2010 from 2.00 - 4.00. Caloundra Uniting Church 58C Quuen St Caloundra

44th Festival of Bands – Maroochydore RSL

For the second time the Championship will be held at the Maroochydore RSL.  After the success last year in this venue even more bands will be present and the brass lovers of the Sunshine Coast will be the winners.  A day of the best bands in Queensland presented in a cabaret format.
Sunday 17 October 2010 9 am - 5 pm






 

Sunshine Brass | . | Sunshine Coast, Queensland
www.sunshinebrass.com.au

 


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Sunshine Brass 2010 concert series

 

The year began with renew focus on music and musical direction and a decision to extend repertoire, community activities and personal musical development.  “Music in the round” was trailed in the last concert of ’09 and proved popular and at the first concert of the year in March it was decided to continue with this concept.  The band had been playing at the ‘D’ grade level for a number of years and it was decided to upgrade to the ‘C’ grade level. The band also decided to seek a different stage uniform and a maroon shirt was voted as the most appropriate for our region.

Coolum Civic Centre

This was the perfect venue for ‘Music in the Round’ .  The band finally gained good media coverage and the 400 seating auditorium was nearly half full.  Music ranged from Mozart to ABBA.  10 cornets standing in front of the band playing “Hey Jude” was an impressive sight.  This concert allowed the band to play sections of their ‘own choice’ pieces for the Qld band championships.

Wide Bay Tour

In the band’s 102 year history Sunshine Brass had never been on an official band tour.  This happened in May when the band embarked on a weekend tour of 3 towns Gympie for an afternoon concert, Maryborough evening concert and the next day in Wandi for an afternoon concert.  The program included the entire repertoire they were to use at the Qld. Band Championships, together with featuring a number of soloists, including a tenor horn trio, trombone quartet with rhythm section, a flugel and cornet solo and a euphonium duet.  The response from each town was very encouraging and the band performed extremely well over this period.

 

Maroochydore Salvation Army

In preparation for the Qld. Band Championships a concert of only music for the championship was presented at the Salvation Army.  This Thursday night 1 hour concert still resulted in a very encouraging crowd and it was a great practice run for the band.  As the championship music was only 35 minutes a guest artist was engaged and on this occasion was a violist Allie Shaw who had just completed a major examination gaining a high distinction in the process.  The viola, playing music by Handel, was a perfect balance to the band and all remarked that this idea should be again used.

 

Queensland Band Championship

The Championships were held at the Gold Coast for the first time and the band was excited by their prospects because of the number of times that we have been able to perform their program over the past 2 months.  The band played extremely well in their new grade, which resulted in a 1st place for their own choice and the street march, 2nd in the set piece and the remainder 3rd’s  - resulting in a 3rd overall with just 1 point separating 2/3rd position.  The camaraderie between players both on the performing stage, group lunch and back stage was a delight to be part of and bodes well for the future of the band.


Future engagements for the band

 

Maroochydore Sub Branch RSL

The intimacy of this sub branch meeting room allows the audience to get closer to the band and enjoy closer contact with the players.  It is the beginning of Senior’s week and the music chosen will be light hearted but toe taping.  Expect a sing a long at this concert. This concert will be on August 15th commencing 2.00  

 

Caloundra Concert – St. Andrew’s Church (?)

A Celtic theme has been arranged for this concert.  Bagpipes, kilts and rollicking music will send the audience home in a good mood to face another week.


44th Festival of Bands – Maroochydore RSL

For the second time the Championship will be held at the Maroochydore RSL.  After the success last year in this venue even more bands will be present and the brass lovers of the Sunshine Coast will be the winners.  A day of the best bands in Queensland






 

Sunshine Brass | . | Sunshine Coast, Queensland
www.sunshinebrass.com.au