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Wednesday Practice, 16/03/11
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
What up, guys. Been extremely long since we've updated this blog, sorry about that. We'll try to make use of this blog more often as a form of communication.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Dear band,
This is going to be my last ever post on this blog. I regret not having the chance to speak to you guys after the speech day performance, so I thought that I should just write this for you guys to hear my thoughts and feelings as a once upon a time Band Major of Questband.
In these 4 years, I would say my last year in this band was the most demoralizing and hard year. However, I developed so much leadership qualities through all these. It was difficult at the beginning when I first took up this responsibility, and the constant changing of conductors. To be honest I was really devastated each time the conductors left. It was indeed a roller coaster ride. Did we give up? Certainly NOT! We worked extremely hard to to accommodate their style and yes, even though we did not manage to potray all the characteristics they wanted us to, at least we've improved a hell lot since Day 1.
Despite all the hard times, in these 4 years, I have also had my fair share of good times. Good times are times like Band camps, SYF, and performances. Although we only achieved a bronze in SYF 2007 and SYF 2009 (those two SYFs that I have participated in), it gained me so much exposure and enchanted my music abilities. I can remember so vividly the joy and fun we had during Band camps, and the buckets of tears of shock and disappointment that were shed during SYF. The good times makes me want to remain a band member so I wouldn't have to be left out from all the fun. Sadly, all good things come to an end, and what's left are only the beautiful memories.
Band also made me realise the significance and importance of friendship and teamwork. A piece of music will be incomplete without a particular instrument. Each of us play an important role in music production. Music is just the same as friendship. We will never gain anything for it if we choose to take it for granted.
I will also like to take this opportunity to thank several selfless people who have accompanied me through this uplifting journey. Our Drum Major, Coretta, and our committe members for the loads of contributions and commitment to the band. Our teachers in charge, for their support. Our conductor, Mr Patrick Wong, for his guidance and loads of patience, and our Instructors, Mr Daniel, Miss Chia and Mr Kumar. If not for them, our band's music wouldn't be sounding like what we produced on Speech day. This shows that by working together, we can make the performance a good one.
Now it's to you, my fellow band mates. Even though sometimes I get really pissed off by your sloppy and unserious behaviour in squad, plus your high volume of chatterings during band, you guys are beyond doubt, incredible. Thank you. There are also times where you guys just impress me so much. Especially during fall outs, occasionally the "QUESTBAND!!" comes out so strongly with so much energy and enthusiasm. It never fails to blow me away.
I sincerely wish that your "fire" for band will continue burning strong. And besides that, your "fire" will spread to others. Also, learn and pick up the good things, teachings and the good habits from the seniors.
Now that everything's reforming in the band, I hope that the new committee members will work hard and do their best in their post. Be aware, listen to one another, work together as one and you guys will never go wrong. I believe and have faith in you guys, Questband. I've done my part, so now it's your turn, each and everyone of you. The future of our band lies in all of you guys' hands. Doesn't matter if you're weak or strong, if you all unite and do things as one, it'll definitely be strong.
I will never forget any one of you, band.
So don't forget any of us.
I am very honoured and appreciative to be given the chance to lead Questband.
Take care and study well.
Your naggy Ex-Band Major, Priya.
Hello Band :]
This is just a reminder to all those who are going for the Malaysia trip (17/3-19/3).
1. Bring your school ties! If anyone has extra ties lying around your house, please bring them along. Thanks :D
2. From experience, it may get a little cold on the bus, so bring along your jacket.
3. Girls, please bring along your hairpins/rubber bands (STRICTLY NAVY BLUE/BLACK. No pink, Candy.), and pin up your fringe. And also, bring along some plasters, just in case you start to feel a certain pain/growth (known as blisters) on your heel. Mr Lim says that he does not want to see any girl hobbling about/crying at one corner because your feet hurts.
4. Your personal belongings (e.g. hand phones, cameras, wallets etc.) are brought at your own risk. Please take care of them. The leaders do not want to hear of any misplacement of any valuables.
-) Please, please, PLEASE be on your best behaviour at all times. Do not make unnecessary comments, thank you.
-) If you encounter any problems along the way, seek help from the leaders or teachers.
-) Try to refrain from asking of numbers from the band members of other schools.
-) No unnecessary troubles, please! This trip is not a holiday, so it's going to be really physically and mentally challenging for all of us. We don't want to start scolding people half way through.
-) ALWAYS WATCH THE CONDUCTOR. Yes, especially trombones. Don't be afraid of the crowd. Just focus, play, and learn from the experience. We're all in this together :]
SLs, you're solely in charge of your section. Anything goes wrong, you'll be the first to get it.
And just in case the leaders don't get a chance to address you before the performance, we just want to wish you all the best. It doesn't matter if you make a mistake, just don't repeat it during SYF. You can do it, QuestBand! We have confidence in you. Everybody ( every individual in the band ) can perform well :] Flow with the music, listen to one another, and don't be a hero unless you are a soloist. WATCH THE CONDUCTOR! Mr Blue won't be following us to Malaysia D:
Sleep early, see you at 0530 tomorrow :D
Love,
Hsin, Kin, Jas.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Wednesday Practice, 16/03/11
Practice starts at 8, be at band by 7.30. Ends at 3.
Attire is PE Shirt with school based bottoms.
Instructions for thursday and the trip will be given, so please be present!!
Thank you!
Friday, March 11, 2011
Saturday Practice, 12/03/11
Attire: PE shirt with school-based bottomsReporting time: 7.30. Band starts at 8 and ends at 12. Sections (trumpet, horn, euphonium) who are staying back for sectionals have lunch until 1.
People who have not paid $25 for the uniform please pay tomorrow.
Thank you.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
What up, guys. Been extremely long since we've updated this blog, sorry about that. We'll try to make use of this blog more often as a form of communication.
Practice starts at 1, so be at band by 12.30 to set up. Ends at 5+ depending on how satisfied Mr Lim is with us.
The attire for practice is the new band tee and any school-based pants.
Of course, please remember to COMPLETE AS MUCH OF YOUR E-LEARNING ASSIGNMENTS AS YOU CAN IN THE MORNING, BEFORE YOU COME FOR BAND. We wouldn't want your teachers complaining that you spend too much time on your CCA, do we? Especially since we're nearing SYF.
Speaking about SYF, Quest Band really has to put in that extra bit of effort in this last stretch, as almost all the teachers have been saying. If you haven't noticed, ALOT of effort has already been put into us by the teachers and conductor. And we've already come really far, further than the last batches, to attaining that silver. It's just the last three+ weeks of extra effort, and you'll be rewarded as the first band in QTSS to achieve a Silver medal. Historic. However, if you slacken up even a little bit, you may just sabotage our combined effort in achieving this goal. Imagine the many months of crazy band devotion just to be screwed up by that little bit of effort you guys refused to put in. Do you want to walk away from the conference hall with a feeling of deep regret? I can tell you, for the last SYF, the feeling of regret we got when we got another bronze was really overwhelming. Or do you want to walk away with the ecstatic feeling of triumph that after the crazy amount of effort you put in, you MADE IT and we attained a SILVER. I really hope that Quest Band will work together for this competition.
Thanks,
Kin Leonn
Monday, June 7, 2010
Band Prac. Tuesday June08
Fall In 7.45amBand Ends 12pm
Attire: PE Shirt, with shorts/skirt
SLs, Majors (& librarian) stay back after to clean up band store.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Band Camp 31st May - 1st June 2010
Fall in 8.30AM, in Band Tee and PE shorts.
Break camp at 5.00PM 1st June
You will be briefed on itinerary in the camp itself.
Bring What?
Clothes
(2) PE T-Shirt(s)
(1) Band T-Shirt (worn on first day)
(2) PE Shorts (worn on first day)
(1) Night Clothing
(1) Slippers
(1) Sweater (optional)
Miscellaneous
Sleeping Bag
Toiletries
Towel
Waterbottle
Band File
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Dear band,
This is going to be my last ever post on this blog. I regret not having the chance to speak to you guys after the speech day performance, so I thought that I should just write this for you guys to hear my thoughts and feelings as a once upon a time Band Major of Questband.
In these 4 years, I would say my last year in this band was the most demoralizing and hard year. However, I developed so much leadership qualities through all these. It was difficult at the beginning when I first took up this responsibility, and the constant changing of conductors. To be honest I was really devastated each time the conductors left. It was indeed a roller coaster ride. Did we give up? Certainly NOT! We worked extremely hard to to accommodate their style and yes, even though we did not manage to potray all the characteristics they wanted us to, at least we've improved a hell lot since Day 1.
Despite all the hard times, in these 4 years, I have also had my fair share of good times. Good times are times like Band camps, SYF, and performances. Although we only achieved a bronze in SYF 2007 and SYF 2009 (those two SYFs that I have participated in), it gained me so much exposure and enchanted my music abilities. I can remember so vividly the joy and fun we had during Band camps, and the buckets of tears of shock and disappointment that were shed during SYF. The good times makes me want to remain a band member so I wouldn't have to be left out from all the fun. Sadly, all good things come to an end, and what's left are only the beautiful memories.
Band also made me realise the significance and importance of friendship and teamwork. A piece of music will be incomplete without a particular instrument. Each of us play an important role in music production. Music is just the same as friendship. We will never gain anything for it if we choose to take it for granted.
I will also like to take this opportunity to thank several selfless people who have accompanied me through this uplifting journey. Our Drum Major, Coretta, and our committe members for the loads of contributions and commitment to the band. Our teachers in charge, for their support. Our conductor, Mr Patrick Wong, for his guidance and loads of patience, and our Instructors, Mr Daniel, Miss Chia and Mr Kumar. If not for them, our band's music wouldn't be sounding like what we produced on Speech day. This shows that by working together, we can make the performance a good one.
Now it's to you, my fellow band mates. Even though sometimes I get really pissed off by your sloppy and unserious behaviour in squad, plus your high volume of chatterings during band, you guys are beyond doubt, incredible. Thank you. There are also times where you guys just impress me so much. Especially during fall outs, occasionally the "QUESTBAND!!" comes out so strongly with so much energy and enthusiasm. It never fails to blow me away.
I sincerely wish that your "fire" for band will continue burning strong. And besides that, your "fire" will spread to others. Also, learn and pick up the good things, teachings and the good habits from the seniors.
Now that everything's reforming in the band, I hope that the new committee members will work hard and do their best in their post. Be aware, listen to one another, work together as one and you guys will never go wrong. I believe and have faith in you guys, Questband. I've done my part, so now it's your turn, each and everyone of you. The future of our band lies in all of you guys' hands. Doesn't matter if you're weak or strong, if you all unite and do things as one, it'll definitely be strong.
I will never forget any one of you, band.
So don't forget any of us.
I am very honoured and appreciative to be given the chance to lead Questband.
Take care and study well.
Your naggy Ex-Band Major, Priya.
