Aes Concert Band

2009-06-20T08:27:00.000-07:00

hi babies. how have all of you been? I hope all of you've been well. just wanna take this chance to tell you all to work hard towards your goals, give it your best in whatever you do(in band, school, outside) because you only live once and you got to cherish whatever chances that you have. learn to forgive and forget and also to get along well with your peers k! don't be afraid to look for your seniors for help if you need! cherish the time you have in band and in school too. work hard and do the band proud k!!!!!! takecare babies.

God bless.

2009-05-19T03:56:00.000-07:00

HELLO!

Just so you know, I've updated the 'Members' List.
If there is any errors in your name or post, tag the band blog.
I'll re-update the Main Band's list again, with the sec1s inside.

Band's gonna start soooooooooon!
Hahahaha.

2009-04-03T02:41:00.000-07:00

SILVER
SILVER
SILVER!!

Hey Assumption Band! (:

A fantastice job done yesterday at the Central Judging! (:

We managed to clinch a Silver Medal and break the curse of the Bronzes.

We must thank Mr.Alvin for his hard work and believing in us,

depite all the ups and downs we've been through.
Without you, I don't think the band would be what it is today.

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!

I think that our band has grown tremendously and that we should feel proud

of ourselves for getting the Silver Medal. Despite being 39 in strength,

we proved that this small band means big buisness. For now, prepare yourselves

for the much awaited Promotion Parade.

On behalf of all the sec4s, we would like to let you know that all of you are

our pride. We'll miss playing with you guys and all the happy and emotional times

we had shared with you through band camps and outings. We sincerely hope you

continue striving for better standards and keep improving. More importantly,

do pass on your knowledge to your sec1s. The sec4s would always be there if you

need any help alright? Your strong determination and committment would defintely

see results in SYF 2011! We'll be looking foward to the Gold Medal yea?

Assumption Band Is ♥ .

2009-02-26T04:55:00.000-08:00

HI AESBAND! WELL DONE FOR THE CONCERT!
it was an awesome concert that we had along with other schools.
as for now, let's work hard for the upcoming SYF and do the band proud!

remember to work hard and play hard!
see you all around!

2008-11-08T01:12:00.001-08:00

BAND CAMP!

11th November to 14th November.

Reporting Attire : White Tee & Black Shorts.

Time : 7.45am sharp at the cupola.

Latecomers with no valid reason, you know what will happen.

*Have your haircut and trim your fingernails before camp.*

Lastly, do come with a correct mindset for camp,

and enjoy the games planned!

If you have any questions on camp, please do contact your

section leaders or leaders.

Thank You!

2008-11-07T08:20:00.000-08:00

congrats guys!

2008-10-25T22:39:00.000-07:00

Hello AESBAND.

Tuesday practice has been shifted foward to Wednesday.
which is the 29th October.
Time : 1.30pm to 5.30pm.
Attire : red band tee, black shorts.
Things to bring : water bottle and towels.

Do not forget to bring your towels.
Those of you who have long hair and nails, trim it.
I do not wish to see any latecomers again.

Those not coming, inform your SLs/leaders/teachers-in-charge.
do not wait untill the day itself.

thank you.

2008-10-17T05:49:00.001-07:00

* Change of Band date/day/time.

Next band practice would be on Monday, 20th October.
Attire would be school uniform.
Time : 1.30pm to 5.30pm.
I repeat there is band practice on Monday.
Remember to work on the parts Mr.Alvin highlighted to the
respective sections. Work on your rhythm first.
That's all for now. Enjoy your weekends.

2008-09-12T00:25:00.000-07:00

DEAR AESBAND :
WORK HARD FOR THE EOY EXAMS

2008-09-03T08:09:00.001-07:00

Next Band Practice : FRIDAY ; 5th September.
Time : 9am to 5pm.
Attire in the *morning : Red Band Tee, Black Shorts.
Things To Bring : Towels and Water Bottles.

*Reminder : Bring an ironed set of school uniform.
Lower sec boys : wear school shorts + school uniform. no need long pants.
Upper sec boys : wear long pants + school uniform.
Lower and Upper Sec Girls : wear school skirt + school uniform.
You DO NOT have to bring your black court/leather shoes.
i repeat, do not bring your black court/leather shoes.
wear your school shoes would be fine but strictly NO fanciful colours, you're not going
for shopping in Orchard or partying.

*Lastly, remember to have your nails cut short!
And make sure the boys have your haircut for those who have long hair.

reminder[:

2008-08-30T00:50:00.000-07:00

*BAND PRACTICE HAS BEEN CHANGED.
Next Band Practice is on ;

Date : Tuesday, 2nd September.
Time : 10am to 5.30pm.
Attire : Red Band Tee and Black Shorts.
Things to bring : Towels and Water Bottles.

its not over yet.

2008-08-23T00:39:00.000-07:00

Hello AESBAND.
You guys did awesome for the Singapore International Band Fest.
I think that's an awesome achievement for our band and a significant
improvement over the months.
the band has indeed grew from strength to strength.
however, it doesnt mean that the SIBF competition is over,
means that you can slack and relax. the competition is just a stepping stone
to our ultimate goal which is a desired medal for SYF'09 .
the competition is to build up the band's sound and the level to a higher standard.
furthermore, it gives the sec one's who played good exposure and to the band as well.

We've come a long way and we've seen ourselves improving.
i do not wish to see the band's standard of discipline and music drop drastically
just because the competition is over.
continue to work hard for next year's SYF , our ultimate goal!
especially the recruits. keep practicing alright.
hope i got the message through. (:
JIAYOU!

SIBF 2008 - results

2008-07-24T02:41:00.000-07:00

hello aes bandsmen, this are the results of sibf 2008

Division II - Name of Participating Organisation - Award - (score %)

- Assumption English school concert - Bronze - 78.3%
Band

the percentage score for a silver is, 80%.
and if you do your calculations, aes band
is only 1.7% away!. so overall its a job well
done, so congratulations!
and if this was syf it would be a silver!
so bandsmen, keep on working hard!
keep practicing!, listen to everything mr alvin
tells you! and learn from it! and come 2009?.. silver
will be for the taking or maybe even gold!

goodluck! work hard!
and through work
achieve success!

2008-07-23T07:01:00.000-07:00

Hey all, competition's over now and I believe all of you have gained some experience from the competition itself and also from the guest players. It's definitely wonderful to have them around to help play for us and of course to learn from each other too. Remember Sir Zahid's words : " It is not about the medal, it's about how you play the music with your heart". Don't be disappointed or sad when you know about the results. What you can do right now is to work even harder for SYF2009 which is next year and we'll definitely go on the stage as a stronger, more united band.

As for the sec 1s who did not get to play for this competition, don't give up hope! There's still a lot of chances for all of you. Practice hard and work hard. Do the work that your section leaders give you.

All the best for SYF2009 next year!
GO AESBAND! :D

p/s: Here, we would like to thank the guest players, the teachers, and of course our conductors Mr Alvin and Mr Zahid, for their efforts. Thank you for your help, all of us from AESBand truly appreciate it. Till then!

2008-07-19T23:31:00.000-07:00

REMINDER

Bring your blazers back tomorrow! ( 21st July ) .
*Make sure it is IRONED neatly. Very important!
Put the blazer in the plastic you collected or your own coatcover.
Do not fold the coatcover if you are using it. Or it would be crumpled.
*Lastly, do put a tag on your blazer using a masking tape or etc,
to recognize it as your one, as there are so many blazers around.
Very important!

And practice hard alright!
We can do it! (:
Competition is in THREE DAYS TIME !
Good luck!

2008-06-30T04:24:00.000-07:00

ATTENTION ALL AESBAND MEMBERS :

23rd July 2008 (Wednesday) Division II
Assumption English School Concert Band
4:40 PM

There's only 9 practices left before the actual thing
so let's continue to work hard and aim towards our goal.

2008-06-26T02:30:00.000-07:00

JUNIORS:
Please don't be discouraged if you can't play for the competition.
There are still many chances coming up for you.
Look on the bright side and take this competition as a goal for you.
Use this time wisely to practice and work hard. Don't be sad!

As for the others who are chosen to play for the competition, please work alot alot alot harder.
Do not take advantage of this chance which is given to you. Make use of it well and make sure you practice and work hard alright?

See ya tmr

2008-06-25T04:59:00.000-07:00

Hey Bandsmen.
School has started.
Yes, most of you might feel the stress again plus juggling band.
in addition, there's a competition coming up.
its gonna be hard from now onwards.
I seriously hope that NO ONE should give up halfway.
You dont wanna have your tireless and exhausting months of practice
to go down the drain, do you?
As much as possible, try to bring home your instruments or the least your mouthpieces.
every bit counts. every effort matters. for you, for the band.
The seniors have gone through this and knows the tough journey more than anyone does.
Hence, SLs please get those Missing-In-Action juniors back.
and SLs do convince your juniors and make sure they have a regular or
else perfect attendance for the few weeks. motivate them.
we need them, for SYF, for the future of the band.

And this post goes out especially to those juniors who did not get selected
to play for the competition.
i know it was hard to accept, but there are many more chances ahead.
there's still SYF next year, many concerts ahead etc.
Its not the end of the road. DO NOT GIVE UP.
everybody has their different pace, its not that your lousy.
everybody is different, just keep working with your instrument.
Its not confirmed yet, hence, you still have a month to work extremely hard,
to earn the spot to play with the main band.
once again, do not feel discouraged, do not give up.
keep practicing, practice makes perfect. (:
Alright?

thats all for now, i guess.

2008-06-18T02:42:00.000-07:00

Hi bandsmen!
Please tag your feelings/opinions/thoughts about band camp whether it's happy or not on the tagboard. Would like to know how much all of you have enjoyed.

See you this Friday with your red band tee, black shorts, towels and water bottles!
(:

BAND CAMP.

2008-06-15T06:43:00.000-07:00

HELLO BANDSMEN!
Band's camp tomorrow! :D
So anyways, last minute reminder that
reporting attire : RED band tee and black shorts.
reporting time : 7.45am
venue : cupola

last but not least,
HAVE FUN !

ALVIN-

2008-06-14T07:11:00.000-07:00

AESCONCERTBAND'S JUNE BAND CAMP IS HERE!
Please please please PLEASE remember to bring all the items stated in the packing list
Also, your edusave form too!!! IMPT!!!

Let's have fun while learning/playing music during these 3 days
See ya!

2008-06-04T02:38:00.000-07:00

This post would be more for the juniors of the band. :

Hey, the seniors of the band know that it is not easy for all of you to play/do things like how we do now. But please, don't ever give up halfway. All of you are great musicians with ALOT of potential. No matter how much screaming, shouting, 'torturing', punishments your seniors give you, please don't think that they are going against you. All of you(juniors) are very lucky to have so much seniors helping/coaching you. When the going gets tough, the tough gets going. When your seniors scold you, it's for your own good. They care for you that's why they do all these screaming/shouting. They will not even bother about you if they don't care at all. Take all the scoldings from your seniors and slowly improve the wrongdoings that you did. We all know that it is not easy but you have to give it a try! The reason why your seniors get angry with you sometimes because all of you don't understand that competition is coming and the effort that they(seniors) put in to coach/tutor you. They get angry too because you do not know when is the time to play and when is the time to be serious. The seniors are here to help you. Let's work hard together as a band together and move forward. Last but not least, do not ever give up. Giving up without trying is a wrong thing to do. Your seniors are here for you.

Have a great day.

band camp.

2008-05-31T07:23:00.000-07:00

BAND CAMP

16th - 18th June

be excited!

2008-05-30T08:37:00.000-07:00

Hey Pals,

Haris here!
i know how much some of you hate it
when you have practices even during the holidays
but to be honest to all when i was just like you guys
i too hate it but then i simply learn to love it even at times the prac is bad.
And now i'm proud to tell you guys this,
I've never regreted joining band it really change my life.
What i like most about band is
1st-Friends
They are one of my pillar that supports me.
when i first join,i was rebelious(dont believe ask ras well kinda)
i skip practices and more but one of friend that i met first was DAVINA
you guys might not know her but she was my buddy,my sectionmate and truely my friend
and soon enough i met RAS,JAYNE,FITRI and HAKEEM. They are my colours when band was dull and boring.
2nd-CAMPS!
my oh my! i totally love it
its tough but honestly i feel its freaking unexplainable!
i mean i basically bonded with my juniors like for example Hiznur,Adam,Oliver,Bernard and etc.
camps only makes the band stronger,fitter and definitely better!
3rd-leadership
i may not whole a big role in band, but i do learn leadership thru band.
when i first step in all i know leadership was being a serving leader
but with the groom of band,
i learn to lead instead of be lead by others.
i learn to balance my leadership style
and be versetile and ready for anything that comes in my way,be it a problem in sch,home or even with friends.
Leadership in band is given to everyone
doesnt matter how your background is and there is not biasness
and all the judgement are made with equality and Rightfulness.

believe me when you take band as your cca,
its not just any other cca but its a life changing experience cca
when you graduate,you will realize that you feel lost cos your not in the band anymore as a member.and when you use the skill accumulated from the years in band,
you simply just excel cos "Onces a Bandmens,Always a Bandmens".
i didnt get a chance to do this but all i want to do is to thank Mrs Ong(previous band teacher but transfered to teck whye sec),Mr Zahid aka SIR!,Ms Phay,Ms Seet,Mrs Stevens,Ms Diana and Mr Alvin... LAST BUT NOT LEAST THANK YOU AESBAND! for band has made me who i am today.

Hey Bandmens, Holidays are here and band camp is just around the corner!so lets rejoice!and STRIVE to our best as the band has more challenges ahead!OH YEA REMEMBER TO HAND IN THOSE FORMS BY MONDAY!(2nd june)

Yours truly,
Haris

2008-05-30T06:01:00.000-07:00

Hey all! Band resumed a few sessions ago. Now it's time to buck up and work hard for NBC.
Also, the June Band Camp is approaching. This is the time where the seniors can bond more
with the juniors vice versa. PlsPlspls hand in your consent form by this Monday(2June).

Have a great day!

2008-04-09T07:42:00.000-07:00

TAKE NOTE OF THESE CHANGES:

OUTING - postponed to -- 17th May 2008 (Sat)
CJC Concert - NO BUS PROVIDED! Go w your own respective sections (=

SATURDAY PRAC ( 12/04/08 )

REPORTING : 9:00 AM
ATTIRE : P.T Kit ( Red Tee, Black Shorts ) BRING ALONG SCHOOL BOTTOM.
Bring Money!

That's about it, keep working hard!

Btw, Thanks Haris for the new makeover! (=

more updateee!

2008-04-08T03:43:00.000-07:00

its been a fresh 2008 for our band.
first of all,a job well, great, fantastically, fabulously
done for the Sec1 CCA Open House. *claps* .
we endured the gruelling 11 sets of display and songs which was remarkable.
and so, we've got a bigger band now.
so, all the seniors do work hard to train the juniors.
cause do remember, we've got a competition in July and perhaps an overseas trip
or even our own concert.
but very importantly, it is to incline the band musically for next year's SYF.

to get to further know our juniors more
and to foster a strong bond throughout the band,
we've organise a band outing!
Its been discussed and that we decided to have an outing
to West Coast Park.
We've planned exciting games and things for the band.
so do come and spend time with the band.
further details would be announced by the leaders.
dont worry.

apparently, we've got our annual speech day coming up very soon.
and every year, we do make an impression on people as
the best marching contingent.
this year is no exception.
do work hard and memorise your music.
especially the sec1s marching with us.
you can call it a 'stepping stone' to a higher level of music and your drills.
not every sec1 gets to march, so treasure your spot.
or it would be gone before your very eyes.
We MUST do a job well done for speech day 2008!

Okay, i'll sum up the upcoming events for these few weekends. :DD

12 April ( Saturday )
- band practice
- to watch the outdoor SYF at Hwa Chong Insituition
- transport provided from school.

19th April ( Saturday )
- BAND OUTING! (:
- venue : West Coast Park
- transport provided from school.
- more details to be announced.

25th April ( Friday )
- SPEECH DAY!
- songs to be memorised
* Zorro
* Salute No.6
* Song Of The Rose
* Promotion March
- we must do a impressive job !

27th April ( Sunday )
- AJ Concert
- venue : republic poly cultural
- time : 5pm
- ticket price : $10
- leaders would collect the money
- meet your section and go as a section.

3rd May ( Saturday )
-CJC Concert
- venue : CJC performing arts hall
- time : 7pm
- ticket price : $10
- leaders would collect the money
- transport provided to and fro from school.

Thats all for now.
enjoy!
(:
ALVIN.

28 Nov

2007-11-28T06:03:00.000-08:00

YESSSA!!!! haha.
hello there =]
its haris here, well concert was great wasnt it?and so is bandcamp.
i dont know if you guys feel like how i do but i miss bandcamp.
well alot of our supporters actually comment on us
abt how size doesnt really matter but whats important is quality.

well bandmens, i'll be putting put bandcamp photos on the section where it says "PIC"
it will take me awhile to gather up and put those photo so sorry if it bothers you.
i'll be changing the playlist and a blogskin too.
anyway while waiting here are some photo haha.

Cheerios Bandmens!
Happy Holidays!
and WELL DONE! =]

2007-11-03T00:36:00.000-07:00

Just three gentle reminders:

1. NCO Passing Out Parade.
venue: Nee Soon Camp.
date: 16th Nov 2007
time: 6pm-6.30pm
* there would be transport from school.

2. Japanese Band Concert.
* hand in your $19 to your SLs by Monday ( 5 Nov ).

3. Beautiful Sunday Concert.
venue: esplanade
* transport provided
* miss seet is performing. ;]

* BAND T-SHIRT WOULD BE OUT SOON I GUESS.
* 23 MORE DAYS TO CONCERT!

all the best people.

2007-10-29T07:30:00.000-07:00

Please take note of these minor changes in
the band schedule.

5 November; Monday
[ 9am-1pm ] *

9 November; Friday
[ 9am-4pm ] *

12 November; Monday
[ 9am-4pm ] *

~~7 November practice~~ been put foward to 31st October; Wednesday.
[ 9am-1pm ] no change in timing *

** BRING HOME YOUR INTRUMENTS AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE.
CONCERT IS JUST 3 WEEKS AWAY.
you dont want to throw your face in front of the other bands.

ALL THE BEST!

p.s hand in your band camp consent forms to me ASAP.
those who dont have schedule or band camp form,
come and get it from me.
thanks.

* new timings. :]

2007-10-28T14:32:00.000-07:00

Hey Pals,

Well well so see how far we've gone?but this is not the end of the road
this is just the beginning to many beginnings
anyway hey BAND CAMP is coming soon!(its sure to be fun[with those royalty treat of delicious food])
i bet you guys are totally looking forward to it
cause now its a 4 days 3 night camp held on 21-24 Nov(alumnis take note)
this blog will be under a major construction after the camp
as there are more photos to be place and more "Behind the scenes" haha

Oh yea! Holiday Prac. is starting so take note that we shall be having our lunch not in school premises
as you know the canteen will be close (they got their own lives too,you know?)
here are some reminders,
to all section leaders
Pls contact those bandsmen to turn up for prac.
and for those members going on holiday please do inform the teachers or instructors on which dates your not gonna turn up,
or else you will be mark as absent.
Thats all for now..

Cheerios,
Haris.

01 August 2007

2007-07-31T22:31:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys,
its me again.

There are a few concerts coming up from other school and band

SWSY(Singapore Wind Symphony Youth)
Sunday,12 August 2007
Esplanade
Free Admission

Republic Polytechnic
Saturday,8th September 2007
7.00pm
Republic Polytechnic, The Republic Cultural Centre, Theatre
$10 (Stall Seat) $12 (Circle Seat) //Free Seating
Repertoire:
Take Centre Stage
First Suite in Eb
Sea Song
Highland Fling!
I Need to Be in Love
Interval (25min)
Ross Roy
Believe (コーラスつき)
Disco Lives
Soul Bossanova
Lord of the Dance

Philharmonic Youth Winds
Sunday,5th August 2007
5pm
Singapore Conference Hall
Tickets are at $5
Repertoire:
Noah's Ark,
Pirates of the Caribbean (Symphonic Suite),
Poet and Peasant Overture,
West Side Story,
Concerto for Drum Set and Concert Band,
Folk Song Suite.

Mus'Art Wind Orchestra
Sunday, 2 September 2007
5pm
Shaw Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Garde
Free Admission

21 July

2007-07-20T23:16:00.000-07:00

Hey guys!
its me again Haris.
well i was just surfing through youtube when i come upon this video.
well its done by cjcsb
and i personally feel the message of the show is very important for each one of us.

*Note For Alumni
hey Alumni, seriously some of us probably have thoughts of creating an alumni band.
and right now is just a brainstorming stage, we need to bring the alumni together.
as so i would probably need to get ya contacts and name and year of graduate.

2007-07-02T07:32:00.000-07:00

Familar not? hahahha.

Hope you guys are having fun!! It's time to work much harder as your seniors are taking their break for exams! We'll definitely be back yeah. I hope the preperation for the Aug performance is coming along yeah. Study too!! (: have fun guys!

p.s I MISS BAND CAMP!

29 June

2007-06-28T10:56:00.000-07:00

Hey fellas!

Its Haris Here!
Well first wish to let you guys know that,
I've update the songs they go in random so yea
1.Seventh Night Of July
2.Harry Potter theme
3.Pirates Of Caribbean
4.Princess Mononoke
well Seventh night of july is really nice.
Princess Mononoke is a theme song for
the animated movie princess mononoke by studio ghibli
directed by hayao miyazaki
check it out its really nice.

Well you guys have heard about the genting trip right?
I seriously feel the whole band should go,
first because this is aes band first time going oversea after so long
and further more it will be fun!
Well thats all for now.
See ya on next practice!

2007-06-06T08:22:00.000-07:00

Hello all!
It has been long since we've updated this blog.
But it's not too late yet right? okay nvm

ATTENTION ALL AES BAND MEMBERS:
There's a BBQ held this FRIDAY [8 June] AT geraldine's place (Maysprings condo, directly opposite bukit panjang LRT station)
PLEASE BRING ALONG $5 FOR THIS BBQ AND EXTRA CLOTHINGS.
kindly spread this to all band members especially those who have just returned from their holidays

BBQ starts at roughly 6pm after band

till then!
takecare and enjoy your holidays

2007-04-13T22:08:00.000-07:00

now that SYF is over, let's concentrate, and do our best for SPEECH DAY!
yeap, let's make it a tradition that, we will always be the best contigent every speech day!
OKAY?!
heheshes, Relax, and have fun during speech day rehearsals and the actual day itself yeah!

See you guys Monday!
Band Tee & Shorts!

SYF 2007

2007-04-10T03:16:00.000-07:00

hey kids!! i miss u all!! hmmm.. well well.. tmr's the day.. jiayou!!! i won' be there cos i have school tmr.. yes, SP starts on the 9th.. 1 week earlier than the rest of the polys.. hmmm.. good luck k? no worries!!! just do ur best and give all that u have! go go jiayou!!! listen to ur majors! dun get too excited like wat happened to me in 2005.. hehex.. calm down and relax k? jiayou!! inform me of ur results tmr k?? heee..

ur ex-band major*05/06

2007-03-28T05:37:00.000-07:00

14days!!
(6 pracs)
(=

oh Yes!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HARIS AND CLEOMINE!!!
happy 16th & 14th! hahas.

2007-03-25T08:40:00.000-07:00

16
MORE
DAYS!

haha, i hope thats big enough..

cheers for the Band!!
how u think we did for concert?
i thought we did okay!
definitely an experience.
was like a preview to SYF.
well, we saw other bands, and i think we somehow know where we stand yeah.
hmmm?
anyone had stage fright?
OH YES,
YIEN did us proud man!! well done!
(:
all that crying was worth it i guess? hehe. well done!
we all did good!

Hmmmmm.......
16 days..
7 more practices!
we've come a long long way.
just 16 more days to perfect the pieces!
we can still so much more yeah.
learn from the mistakes u did during concert!
i am very sure, we can do so much better!!
RIGHT?
oh yes, keep up the attendance!
and take care of yourselves! dont get sick!!

okie. i guess i'll see you guys soon!
keep tagging!

OHOH.
KEEP YOUR 7th APRIL FREE.
WE MAY HAVE AN OUTING!

2007-03-16T07:06:00.000-07:00

FRIENDS IN CONCERT!
Combining with: Riverside Sec, Shuqun Sec & Zhenghua Sec.

DATE: 24th March 2007 ( Saturday )
TIME: 5PM ( Free Seating )
VENUE: Salvation Army Headquarters Audi, 20 Bishan Street 22.

For TICS, pls tag the board, or call me!! yay.

- - - -

DEAR BAND,

1) CJC Concert on 31st March is COMPULSORY for ALL.
Please give $10 to DM BY 23rd March!!

2) AJC Concert on the following day. Not compulsory though.
Those going, write ur name on the whiteboard in bandroom, and we'll go together!
- - - -

CONCERT IS IN....
8 DAYS.
also, 3 PRACS left (!!)

up to you to put on a good show for the audience.
of course also to not bring down the school's name, especially the band's.
if we screw the concert, we're screwing ourselves.
and we're not allowed to screw SYF!! grr......

SYF is seriously nearing...............1/2 a month left.
and i still have people not turning up for practices.
.............. nth left to say.
you know yourselves, u be responsible for ur actions. its ur loss.
think.
issit fair to the band?
issit fair to those who have put in lots of effort?
if u want to do something, dont do it halfway.
do it once, do it right. do it good/or better.
comon, we're already near, why stop?
keep going, going, going.
and you'll never know what u can achieve.
yeah, people.
1/2 a month left.
use this time wisely.
main aim is to not have regrets after syf, and brag about what u cld have done better. whats the point?
do everything right now, and everything will be fine, definitely no regrets.
(:

1/2 a month is very short.
do whatever u have to do to make the 2 pieces sound better.
we're already running the last lap, reaching the finishing line.
its either u end up the winner or not.
they always say, "everyone's the winner", but sad to say, in this case, its not......
yeap. so, winner? yes/no?

- - - -

ENJOY YOUR HOLS WHILE U STILL CAN!
happy holidays!!

2007-02-17T05:37:00.000-08:00

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE.
WELL DONE FOR CNY PERFORMANCE!
(:
though some parts were abit messy!
its okay, this is the part where u learn from your mistakes alrite!
SLs!! take note of what you need to improve on!!
people enjoyed Sway! (:

and btw, its STILL me, whos updating. hi.

haha.
okie dokie, DO continue to work hard ppl!!

Remember Wednesday's Practice!!

2007-02-10T07:02:00.000-08:00

it's still me who's updating.

alrite, Band, here's something for you.
- i don't think we're working hard enough, maybe you are individually, but not together as a section/band.
If you want something, u work for it.
and now, we have to work for what we are aiming for. i'm sure u guys noe what it is.

wake up, wake up. its already Febuary.
its only about 2 months +, which is by the way, a very short time, till SYF.
plus, we have our
-16th Feb performance.
i think it will be a great start if we do well for it. really will. put a great show. impress the whole world.
-upcoming concert.
Let's make our first concert w mr alvin, a super super duper great one!! blow the minds of the audience. and be rocksteady, have super confidence in yourself, and tell everyone you;re gonna kick their asses for SYF.
-SYF.
this day, will determine where we stand and how our hard work, if given any, will pay off.
the harder you work, the greater the result.
-Speech Day.
Well, let's make it a tradition that the band will always be the best contigent every year. ^^
yay.

maybe i dun have a way with words, i really can't express how important this is.
its up to you guys to do something about it.
because the most the leaders can do is to talk, convince you guys to work super hard.
but i guess.......

comon, we can do this.
because the teachers have faith in us.
we shld hav faith in dem too.
think about it guys, just effort from each of us. and that will do wonders.

if you're up for it.
TAG THE BOARD!!!!!!! Grr!
hahaaaaaaa, alrighteos, enough said.
its time i see full attendance already guys, COMON!
lastly, take care, love your insturments, haha. and............... continue working hard! =)

2007-01-28T03:04:00.000-08:00

hey hey hey, Bandsmen! How's the weekend?
Hope you guys are doing fine aite!
Lots of people getting sick nowadays, try not to okie!
drink lots of wateeeeeer.

i'd like to remind all of you that....
SYF IS COMING!
* runs up and down, panicking *
we have about 2 and a half months more.
o.O

okie.
Challenge is getting better.
but not, POWER enough.
needs lotsa energy!
well, SLs do ur job to get the parts right in ur section aite.
Esp the ones mr alvin has pointed out, give extra attention to it!
Players take the effort to practice alright.
comon, we can do thisssssssss!
we must work doubly hard to get what we what to achieve!
and proof to the school that Band is one helluva CCA!
THE STRENGTH OF THE BAND IS EQUIVALENT TO THE QUALITY OF ITS' WEAKEST PLAYER.
keep this in mind, Bandsmen!
(=

okie, Feb's schedule is out.
Remember, the full attendance yeah!
if you really cant make it, do tell the TEACHERS first!
alrite.
and yes, We'll inform u guys if the Studio's gonna open on non-band days okie
that's the time when we'll work things out as a section
or for e.g the 5/4 bar, and trumpets to have pulse all sorts.
so much we can do. and of course all that will make mr alvin's job a lot more relaxed.
and we'll all leave the band room each practice with smiles and feel a sense of accomplishment!
weets!

oh ya oh ya!
Let's make everyday friday, a BRING-HOME-INSTRUMENT DAY. (:
how about that?
give comments/opinions/ any strong objections.
IF NOT, i assume that its a yes, of course w the exception of the bigger instru!
okie ppl!
(=
i hope its a yes.

okie dokie.
lots of love.
rasyiqaaaa.

AND PLS, TAGGGGGGGGGG!
this blog is part of the family too okie!
don't leave it alone!
ahahs.
no, really.

2007-01-20T08:53:00.000-08:00

HELLOOOOOOOOOOOOO KIDDOS!

hows this year's recruitment?
i hope you guys managed to grab as many kiddos as possible..

work hard alright!

especially O'L CLAR SECTION!
okayyyy.. and the restt... hehe..

MAKE ME PROUD DURING SYF OKAY!!

i'll be back.....

yours truely,

sarah

2007-01-17T03:01:00.000-08:00

HELLO BAND!
err ya okay. (:

so yesterday was CCA open house.
like what the teachers and leaders said ,
- our movement wasn't that fast and
that can be improved.

but! the band's improving and
going strong. i believe that we can achieve
our goals within this 2 and a half months
more to SYF okay!

and yes. last of all!
we should help motivate and encourage
each other during band practices too!

other than that , let's wish
our DM a very very
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

off,
band.

2007-01-13T04:47:00.000-08:00

HI, BANDSMEN!

haha, i'm still looking for people to update this blog besides me!
maybe i'm too free, but oh well...

First of all, i would like to say, that i've seen great improvement from the Band!
I am indeed very happy to lead all of you.
I'm sure the next batch of Leaders will have a good time. Haha.
We have gone through so much ups and downs last year, Band Camp, Dragon Boating, Performing at schools, Marching under the sun and sorts. I guess we're all really bonded, and thats what Band is all about.
Looking out for each other, seniors guiding juniors. Encouraging and motivating one another.
Leaders giving endless talks to bandsmen about all sorts things.
and Teachers, giving us tremendous support.
And Esp, Mr Alvin & Mr Zahid, who have put in a lot of effort, to make the Band the way it is today. I believe we can do so much better!
And, the only way the Band could repay them is to definitely WORK HARD FOR SYF, achieve something, gain the experience, and never forget about it.
That is the LEAST we could do, and I think, that will be enough.
Shall we, dear Bandsmen?
(=

TUESDAY is the CCA Open House, I hope the response will be good. Remember the number people : 40!
And remember, Sec 2s, after having Juniors, treat them well, and do act like a Senior!
It's about time you do already.

Oh, aboout the painting of banner, sorry it can't go on because we only had very little time, so yeap, we'll probably do something else alrite?
Like a barbeque!!!! =D
anyone anyone?! haha.

Alrite, like they say, ONE BAND,ONE SOUND!
so, let's work towards it!

2007-01-06T06:19:00.000-08:00

bleahhhhhhhhhs.
yesterday's soundcheck.
i shan't elaborate furthur. but YOU GUYS should know how it went.
And if you do, you SHOULD know what to improve on, what is your section weak in, what bar or solo or soli or which specific part you should come out/play loud, DYNAMICS! what EXACTLY Mr Alvin asked you to do, ALL THESE are bits and pieces of making the piece sound better!

1) BREATHE!!!! /air
2) LIFT UP YOUR INSTRU!
3) COME IN TOGETHER!
4) PULSE!
5) HOW YOU END THE NOTE!

(=
comon people, we're on our way there. so near yet so far. haha.
but we'll get there!!
chiong ahhh!!!! =x

okaaaaaay,
on a lighter note, The Committee & SLs will be doing up a new banner for the band!!
Any art freak willing to use your amazing ability to draw and come out with a design for the banner? =D
maybe you guys could drop in and practice, help out or sort okie?
i'll confirm the days we're gonna do up the banner, and everything to be done before the CCA Open House which is on the 16th.
yeap, that's basically all.

I see more tags!! haha.
cool.
and don't tag saying the blog is nice and all luh, you're saying the obvious la! whaaha.
and honestly, i think it'll be boring if i keep bloggin for this blog in the longrun, so i hope to have a assistant? or someone who is so free, like me, to help blog. yeahhhhhhh. wooohoo.

aite, see you ppl monday!
don't get sick.
remember, full attendance!
(=

2007-01-01T23:51:00.000-08:00

happy new year! :D

its 2007!!
and yes, it is a very important year for us.
SYF!
practice, practice,practice......... practice!
eventhough, band prac has taken most of your holiday slots, but, believe me! the effort that each and everyone of u have put in is worth it. and of course, will make us a better band! wahaha. no, seriously.
We are doing well, we shall work even harder to be better!! and nail the damn syf this year!!! =D
Be prepared for the massive practices we'll be having!! praaaaaaaaaaaaaaactice makes perfect!
the more we should practice! yeap! lol o.0

2006 had indeed been a good year for the band! Mr Alvin & Mr Zahid have taught us a lot of things. And i guess we should be grateful to have them! I still remember when Mr Alvin got disappointed w us, yes, that was when it hit us hard, that we haven been working hard enough as a band, and i didn't know if we were as one back then. But now, all that has changed and i'm proud i'm in the band!
It's really nice to see the Sec Twos(this year) working hard and bonding with the seniors. i'm sure you guys learned a lot of stuff! And all that will be passed on to the Sec Ones recruits this year!

Talking about sec ones, treat them like how we seniors treated u guys when u were once a recruit! because i believe we have been good seniors! right right!!! =D but yes, we are all seniors now! its only appropriate we show them what is right, and all. most of all, to make them feel welcomed and tell them they are so very fortunate to be part of the band family! we all are! :)

i'm sure all of us enjoyed band camp!! because I definitely did! and i heard about the Fitri dance? hahaha. so yes, it was fun & also about being disciplined individually and together as a band. i enjoyed nite practices! & the games we played together. I guess you guys are familiar with the bunk arrangement. The marching and rehearsal of POP & POP itself. POP was abit horrible according to Mr Alvin. Like he said, gonna be a big one this year! soo, looking forward to that. and congrats to Angeline being the Best Recruit. Set a good example for the recruits! & the others too. FLUTE! being the best section. well yeah, i think so too! HORN is gonna win this year!! =D or maybe the other section but most probably horn! =p but obviously, to get that, the section have to work hard and show they are worth winning! aiya, horn sure win laaaaaaaaaa. =D yeap. looking forward to better planned Band Camps!

And no forgetting, the Seniors who have came back to help or sort! Hope to see more of you guys this year! hoho.

i've said too much.
happy new year!
may god bless the Band!!!

See you guys on the 3rd!!
REMEMBER YOUR PENCILS & HIGHLIGHTERS ON YOUR STANDS!!
AND $16 FOR SHIRT!
:)

-
okay. you guys can use the tagboard to talk nonsense or anything okay. dun be so formal la!! lol. relax. and do tag kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk. i update until so tired =.- comment on the post or anything okayokayokay.
do whatever you want. spread the word about this blog. weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee. k bye!

2006-12-30T00:20:00.000-08:00

hi ppl :D
Okay, like i said, the blog's gonna be done soon, soooo, now its done! 0.o
Credits to Haris for the prettyful background/designs & all.
I only filled in the things.
Please make full use of this Site.
Do visit it when you go online or sort.
Because announcements/reminders will be made here!
yes, do tag the tagboard!
Hmmm. okay. Enjoy yes!
I've put up the Jan Schedule for next year!
so if you happen to lose your own schedule, can check it here yes.
alrite! once again, make full use of this site!

REMINDERS!
1) Pencils & Highlighters to be on your own music stand by 3/1/07!
2) Do bring $16 for the new band Uniform! LATEST by: 10/1 (Wed)

For this wednesday's prac (3/1) FALL IN at 2.30pm SHARP.
:) I would like to see more people for band on that day.

alright.
& bring your ties & thermometers on the first day of school!
okie. see ya 3rd! (:
take care!
do tag!

rasyiqa.