Category: Member Info

Hi
This is a rehearsal reminder for Tuesday, April 14th at 6:30 pm. I have no specific rehearsal notes to send this week.
Thank you,
Holly

Hi
This is a rehearsal reminder for Tuesday, April 7th at 6:30 pm. I have no specific rehearsal notes to send this time around.
Thank you,
Holly

Sad news—former HCB Tuba section member Bill Mullin has died. There is more information in the attached obituary. Condolences to his family, friends, and band/orchestea mates.
www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/halifax-ns/wilbur-mullin-12807297?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ4AZdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeA88JZnSrb7aL57n5N59BjfDZyPjBpZNHbR_svh3-s4w-r…

I will be collecting music on Tuesday night. You should keep the following pieces in your folders plus the chorales.
– Earhart – Egmont Overture – First Suite in Eb – An Outdoor Overture
There will be three new charts handed out on Tuesday.
I will set up in the green room on the counter in alphabetical order the charts to be turned in. Thanks Debbie

Hello everyone,
Congratulations to you all on two fantastic concerts!! The performance alongside Halifax West High School was amazing—our playing was strong, confident, and full of energy. And *The Lion King*— that was the best we’ve ever played it.
We’ll be back at it next Tuesday, March 31st from 6:30–8:30. Get ready to play some new music!
As always, if you have any song requests, feel free to email me at holly.leader@outlook.com. I love hearing your ideas, and while we may not get to every request right away, they’re always kept in mind for future programs! Holly

Hello everyone,
Our shared concert with the Chester Brass Band will take place on stage at the Bella Rose Arts Centre this Sunday, March 22nd at 2:00 PM. Here are the details for the concert to make note of:
Arrival & Setup:
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Percussionists: please arrive at 12:30 PM for gear moving and setup. –
Any additional volunteers who are able to help with stage setup are welcome to arrive between 12:45–1:00 PM. –
All other band members should arrive in the band room no later than 1:15 PM. –
HCB Banners will be placed on the front row stands and percussion stands
Soundcheck & Doors:
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Chester Brass Band soundcheck: 1:00–1:15 PM –
Halifax Concert Band soundcheck: immediately following (focusing on transitions) –
Doors open: approximately 1:35–1:40 PM
Please ensure we have extra chairs and stands ready in the wings to allow for smooth transitions between ensembles.
Concert Order:
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Chester Brass Band will perform first –
Intermission –
Halifax Concert Band will perform after intermission
During intermission, please gather your materials and be ready to go on stage promptly.
Equipment & Spaces:
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Chester Brass Band will be bringing a drum kit and timpani, which we will also use. –
Halifax Concert Band will assemble and warm up in the Halifax West band room. –
Chester Brass Band will use the Green Room next door.
Concert Attire:
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HCB shirt (with crest) *or* a plain black shirt –
Black pants or skirt – Black socks and footwear
Our Program:
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*Northern Lights March* –
*March of the Trolls* –
*Eagles on Tour* –
*The Lion King* –
*Lyric Essay* –
*Celtic Suite* –

*The Hounds of Spring *
Following our performance, we will strike the stage.
If you are one of the MC volunteers, you should have received a separate email from Holly with the concert script. If not, please reach out.
Finally, please continue to encourage family and friends to attend—admission is by freewill offering at the door.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Holly: holly.leader@outlook.com
Thank you, and I’m looking forward to a great concert!
Holly