This has become an annual concert featuring original unpublished works for concert band from emerging composers. Eight compositions have been received and are being prepared for performance. Composers will be invited to come to rehearsals, be on a panel at the Pre-Concert Talk, and attend the concert as our guests.
Rehearsals:
Wednesday 12th July 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Wednesday 19th July 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Wednesday 26th July 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Wednesday 2nd August 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday 9th August 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Wednesday 9th August 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Wednesday 16th August 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Wednesday 23rd August 7.30pm for 8.00pm start at BHS
Sound Check: Saturday 26th August 4.00pm for 4.30pm start to 5.45pm at St Peter’s Anglican Church 1038 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
Pre-Concert Talk with composers 6.10pm at St Peter’s Anglican Church 1038 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
Concert: Saturday 26th August 7.00pm – 9.15pm at St Peter’s Anglican Church 1038 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
Music Stands: Yes – please bring own studio type if possible
Concert Dress: All black
Players are expected to attend all rehearsals, sound check and performance. Please notify your section manager or Roland if you are unable to attend as soon as you know.
Sheet Music
Sheet music policy remains. All sheet music and folder cannot be borrowed. Please photograph any music you wish to practice.
WWCC
All player are required to have a current Working With Children Check by registering with the Department of Justice, a government department. Instructions are on the Players Only Page on our website. Go here https://graingerwindsymphony.asn.au/wordpress/?page_id=221
PLAYER SUBSCRIPTIONS – Concert By Concert Subscription Fee or Annual Subscription
Player subscriptions are required for this event. Annual fee equivalent to four Concert-by-Concert fees or Concert-by-Concert fees can be paid via Direct Debit or cash to the Assistant Treasurer at rehearsals.
Please note
Our COVID Safe Policy remains in place and is adjusted according to Government Policy and Health advice.
Enjoy the music making, get to know the players in both bands enjoy the company of your fellow players, and experience the joy of music in your life.
Location of rehearsals
Rehearsals in Music Centre at Blackburn High School
enter 60 Springfield Road car park or pedestrian gate nearest to traffic lights cnr Williams Road
(concert in St Peter’s Anglican Church, 1038 Whitehorse Road ox Hill)
Blackburn, VIC 3130
Contact Roland
Phone: (03)98905646
Mobile: 0432445577
Email: roland.yeung@gmail.comConcert by concert fee
Full fee Concert By Concert $ 70.00
Concession fee Concert By Concert – full time students, health card holders and Senior card holders $ 50.00