Regarding Band Questions

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Anonymous said...
what kind of band are we talking about? I am sure it would be cool to put together a band - but what type of music etc? That might effect where the practice is held, and what types of people want to be involved. Cool idea though ...
11:55 AM
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The band would be made up of trumpets, clarinets, sax, and any thing that you don't have to plug in. (If there is a Frank Sinatra, or a Peggy Lee who wants to join in... Perhaps a microphone for the singer). As far as the music style, that will include your general marching band arrangements and swing band type music. Hopefully easy arrangements at the start. The intent is to have a way of continuing the enjoyment of playing in a band, build community spirit, and a multigenerational activity.

Already suggestions have come in regarding the organization of the band: They include a city organization sponsorship, perhaps one of the city's committee's, or even a local business sponsorship. As for places for practice these groups need a place with seating and light, it would be great if a band room was available at any one of the three schools for evening use. This too can be checked out if there is say as many as 4 or 5 folks willing to commit to a once a week practice meeting. Or if there are up to 30 this of course would require more space. (How great would that be.) This is all up in the talking stages.

Please talk up the idea, and have folks contact the blog, with their interest, and instrument, and phone number. And watch for future announcements regarding the band.