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Hi all, For all members, this is the first of a series of weekly email memos that get sent out by Bob Kanygin with rehearsal notes for the upcoming weekly Tuesday evening rehearsals. Along with these, this memo also includes details for our upcoming performance on the waterfront on Saturday, Sept. 27th by the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. That performance will only include returning band members from last year’s roster and our new members are encouraged and welcome to attend the event as audience. See details below.
Rehearsal Notes (for all members)
1) Warm-up Chorales-Son of Assorted and Bride of Assorted 2) Warm-up Piece-portions of Greensleeves 3) Three Classic Dances 4) Hebrides Suite 5) Cape Breton Trilogy
*7:30 pm-At this point, we will do the 50/50 draw and then new members will be dismissed for the evening*. Remaining members will then rehearse portions of the concert repertoire for the waterfront performance (end at 8:30)
*2025 HMCS Sackville Benefit Performance Saturday, September 27th/2025-1:30 to 3 pm The Anchor Yard behind the Maritime Museum*
The HCB performance for the HMCS Sackville Benefit performance will run from 1:30 pm to 3 pm on Saturday, September 27th on the boardwalk area behind the Maritime Museum (by the Wave) which is located on the waterfront directly behind the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
I would like everyone to please meet at the performance location by 1 pm on Saturday and give yourself ample time to find parking in the pay lots near the venue or on the streets surrounding the waterfront area. Also, anyone who can help with set-up of chairs, etc for the performance are asked to meet at the venue anytime after 12:45 pm. There is a room provided in the museum for cases and coats and you will be directed to that area when you arrive at the Anchor Yard site. Also, please bring your own music folders, music stand and clothes pins to secure the music. Dress for the performance is the band shirts, black pants/skirt and black shoes/socks. If you don’t have a band shirt yet, please just wear all black.  Also, consider bringing a wind breaker or warm jacket.
Please note: There is no rain venue or rain date for this performance.
Cancellation notification will be via email from Bob Kanygin to all members before 12 noon on the day of the performance.
Please don’t hesitate to email Bob or to call my cell at (902) 266-3365 with any  concerns regarding this performance.
Our program will be as follows:
Opening-O Canada/Maple Leaf Forever a) Heart of Oak/Colonel Bogey (from Armed Forces March Past) b) Sentimental Journey (instrumental version) c) The Music Man d) Remembering Vera Lynn e) Rodgers and Hammerstein f) Benny Goodman g) Carole King h) Disney Medley i) Jersey Boys j) Baby Elephant Walk k) Cape St. Mary’s l) Syncopated Clock (optional) m) Magnificent 7
Thanks and see you all at rehearsal on Tuesday! Dave

Hi
The HCB Executive met on Sep 2 and decided the following:
1. First Rehearsal Tuesday Sep 9, 6:30-8:30 pm in the band room of Halifax West High School. Please try to be in your seat and ready to play by 6:30 pm. 2. Annual fee will be $125.00   (no change from last year). 3. Our on-line registration form is found at: HCB Registration Form <docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDgBSco4zGeAjEK0uvKodjGVkQ6uksfZ4Vet3PW3zucUqeWQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108103736707678321906> 4. Registration fees can be paid by e-transfer at treasurer@halifaxconcertband.ca 5. If you want to use e-transfer for 50/50 draws, please use a separate e-mail from registration. 6. New members have been invited to the Sep 16 rehearsal. 7. Our annual Christmas concert will be on Dec 2, beginning at 7 pm at St Agnes Church in Halifax. 8. Other public performances were discussed. Further information will follow when confirmed. 9. Dave Staples had an announcement:
“As we get set to begin our new season with the Halifax Concert Band, I want to let you all know that I have informed the HCB board that I will be transitioning off the podium this coming year to take some time for travel and relaxation.  I will be conducting the band up until the Christmas concert in December and then will be handing the reins over to a new-to-us conductor. Her name is Holly Leader and she brings a decade of experience as the former director of the Kings Community Concert Band as well as being a skilled trumpet player and music educator. Along with Holly, Fiona MacIntosh-Robar will assume the role of Associate Conductor and we already know of her incredible skills as a leader, conductor, educator and musician.
As for me, my decision is really a matter of timing. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the Halifax Concert Band as your conductor over the past 10 years and I plan to continue with the band as a player in the trombone section moving forward. It has not been easy to decide to step away from this role but I feel confident that the band will be in very capable hands with Holly and Fiona.
With that, I look forward to seeing you all next Tuesday.”

Hi
You have not heard anything about the 2025-26 season for the Halifax Concert Band because the Executive Committee is meeting on Tuesday September 2 to prepare for it. There will be an email after the meeting to provide you with details. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Bob

You may be interested in this or know someone who may be. . .
——– Forwarded Message ——– Subject: possible position for a retired music professional in the band or one of their contacts . . . Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2025 10:56:11 -0300 From: billhardstaff@eastlink.ca

Hi Bob,
The church I used to attend is looking for someone for this position . . . someone in the band might be interested or may know of someone.
Bill
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Hi everyone – just a few things before we get together tomorrow evening!
I just wanted to clarify that the address to the venue should be 70 Grandhaven Blvd – I mistakenly  said it was 50 but that’s my apartment Bldg number – sorry about that. The clubhouse is a separate building and not in one of the apartment buildings.
If your dish needs a serving spoon, knife, tongs etc please bring it with you – we have everything else!
Any parking outside the clubhouse or parking lots is ok to park in,
See you tomorrow
Andrea

Hi all,
Thank you all for such a fine performance on Tuesday night at our annual Spring Finale. I think that may come in as one of the longest so far….1 hour and 45 minutes! Just to say again, I really am impressed with all of the dedication, hard work, skilful musicianship and great commitment that you all bring to the Halifax Concert Band and it is a pleasure to be working with you throughout our season.
Mark Cuming’s tribute was a beautiful moment and I know that all members of Mark’s family in attendance were so appreciative and thankful for our performance of his music and respect for his legacy.
I hope to see you all at the potluck on Tuesday!!  (50 Grandhaven Blvd, Halifax, in the clubhouse.)
Take care. Dave