Catholic High School Band

Welcoming a New Generation

2012-01-27T10:31:00.003+08:00

On the Friday just past, we welcomed our new members to one of their first practices and their first whole band gather. In the morning, they were taught the basics, each of them joining their fellow section members for breathing exercises and such. After the recitals in the whole band gather, the top fours introduced themselves, their JTs and the rules regarding their section, starting from the Treasurer and ending with the President. Sir too, had a few words to say to the new members. After the whole band gather, all the three sections (woodwind, brass, percussion) stayed to welcome the new members to their respective sections.

Everyone was happy at the pleasing amount of new members who joined us this year. Although this has been said many times already, let us say it again: welcome to band, all new members!

Hari Gerko

2012-01-24T12:28:00.002+08:00

So, we just had our Hari Gerko on the 13th (Friday). The number says unlucky, but our fortune for that day was rather well, with a large amount of students signing up for band.

Many of us scouted the school compound for new members while some stayed in band room to welcome and guide students who went up. We put up a total of two shows in the school hall, performing a popular jazz piece "Take the 'A' Train".

All in all, it was a good Hari Gerko and members were pleased with the number of new incoming members.

One of Those OC Lists

2011-12-25T11:30:00.000+08:00

This time, it's the organizing committee's list for our concert, An Evening of Music.

Chairperson: Wong Phooi Yee
Vice Chairperson: Tan Qian Ru Julie
Secretary: Law Ley Mun
Treasurer: Choon King Fung

Program:
Lee Shi Hui *
Lee Soo Teen **
Koh Yuen Zheng

Stage Management/Technical:
Michelle Phang *
Sofeanna Long **
Lim Car Siong

Administration:
Sheryl Tan
Tan Kim Hoong

Publicity:
Grace Ng *
Kimi Nyam **
Brian Wong
May Esther Wong
Yaw Ming Wei

Program Book:
Khoo Xin Le *
Choo Earn **
Poon May Nee

Tickets & Invitations:
Ang Hui Qing *
Au Yong Wei Qing **
Wong See Yan

Sponsorship & Donation:
Kok Ming Wei *
Farhan Aadiy **
Wong Shi Min
Chan Kah Yan

Hall Decoration:
Yap Shein Weng *
Tan Qian Huan Jezz **
Lim Khai Jin

* Head
** Assistant

Good luck to all OCs!

New Afternoon Committee!

2011-12-22T20:16:00.003+08:00

Presenting to you the new afternoon committee!

Afternoon In Charge: Siow Li Yaw
Assistant Afternoon In Charge: Lim Gen Tean

Afternoon Woodwind Section Leader: Lee Zi Xin
Afternoon Brass Section Leader: Lok Jin Wen
Afternoon Percussion Section Leader: Chok Sean

Good luck to the new afternoon committee!

It's Coming

2011-12-18T17:28:00.004+08:00

This year's Emergency General Meeting will be held on the 19th of December (Monday). And the candidates are:
Lee Zi Xin
Marissa Remesh
Low Seow Sin
Siow Li Yaw
Lim Gen Tean
Lok Jin Wen
Lai Yuki
Chok Sean
Loo Jia Wen

Good luck to all candidates!

Back from Hong Kong

2011-12-05T16:36:00.009+08:00

We've come back from WBF 2011 with a... (drumroll please!)

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GOLD AWARD

This trip to Hong Kong was incredibly educational, especially with those workshops from Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser. It was also tough and fun, tiring and envigorating, encouraging and inspiring. So here are a few pictures for your viewing pleasure.

*Pictures courtesy of Rave Group and Natalie

Ahoy, Beloved Ex-members of 2011!

2011-11-13T12:33:00.016+08:00

So, we had our Farewell party on Saturday. Ex-members were welcomed back with screaming and shouting, ex-members were treated to comedic dramas, ex-members told their stories, ex-members were showered in gifts. This is only a little of what we had at our Farewell party, but most important of all, they had fun. Some of the other ex-members paid us a visit as well. It was all in all a pleasant time.

Now for the pictures:

Farewell is Soon Upon Us

2011-10-31T20:39:00.004+08:00

The Farewell of 2011 is close at hand!

Date: 5 November 2011 (this coming Saturday)

Time: 8.30 a.m. - 12.00 a.m.

Venue:
Band room (Band members and colour-guards)
Class 3A2 (Sinfonietta members)

We hope to see everyone there!

Farewell Organizing Committee List

2011-10-23T10:24:00.002+08:00

Yes, it's out!

Chairperson: Kimi Nyam
Vice Chairperson: Sheryl Tan
Secretary: Lim Khai Jin
Treasurer: Wong See Yan

Programme Department:
Sofeanna Long*
Farhan Aadiy**

Technical Department:
Natalie Lim*
Grace Ng**

Quarter Master Department:
Chong Shwen Hwei*
Lee Shi Hui**

Decoration Department:
Kok Ming Wei*
Tan Qian Huan Jezz**
Michelle Phang

Sinfonietta Department:
Lor Yuan Qi*
Leong Kum Chuan**
Choo Yuen Foong
Eunice Lim
Yeong Wen Joe

* = Head of Department
** = Assistant of Head of Department

Good luck, OCs!

Welcomed to Join Us!

2011-09-21T21:36:00.004+08:00

Yes, ex-members are more than welcome to join us on our once-in-a-lifetime experience to Hong Kong Disneyland for the Winter Band Festival Competition. This 5-day 4-night trip will begin on the 29th of November and end on the 3rd of December. There will be competitions to join, clinics by esteemed musicians to learn from, behind the scenes of Disneyland to see and much more. Those of you who are interested to participate with us may contact our Top Four, Wong Phooi Yee (President)-0122101971, Tan Qian Ru Julie(Vice President)-0172021110, Law Ley Mun (Secretary)-0172320988 or Choon King Fung (Treasurer)-0125380610.

For further information on this, please visit their site for the festival info: http://www.ravegroup.sg/winterbandfest/festival_info.php

Briefing of Hong Kong Trip

2011-09-01T22:27:00.004+08:00

So, Mr. Steven from the Rave group dropped by on Saturday to give us all a briefing of the Winter Band Festival trip at Hong Kong. However, this meeting of parents, teachers, etc. had more of a purpose. Besides showing to the parents how their kids may benefit from this expedition, they may also provide suggestions and alternatives to our financial problems.

At approximately 10.18, everyone was seated and ready just as Mr. Steven arrived with Sir Eric Lee. Madam Hardeep, our wonderful teacher advisor, gave her speech and we moved on to Mr. Steven Phua's briefing.

Despite the fact that some of us may have scoured the internet for information on this trip, the briefing was still ratehr enlightening. The fee was steep because aside from including the usual lodging, all meals provided, transportation, etc. (we will survive just fine without a penny, according to Mr. Steven), we had added benefits too. We learnt that the reason why we had to stay in a 5-star hotel instead of a motel and save money is because the coaches are able to swiftly annd efficiently fetch us to Disneyland as it is not too far off. Speaking of coaches, another reason for the high price of our trip (approximately RM 3500) is because we have the coach are entirely ours for the day, due to safety reasons in case we're ever in need of a quick evacuation. During our time in Disneyland, we are also treated to many behind the scenes specialty which all ordinary visitors are not privilaged to. We get to see how certain aspects of Disneyland are run and even question professionals about their performance and such. After the fireworks (which will be different from any other year due to Disneyland's 5th birthday), the park closes for the day. Our party, however, are to attend a gala that the public has no access to. And (most important of all) the learning curve that is sure to come under the guidance of expert musicians such as Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser (President / CEO, Attitude Concepts, Inc.), Mr. Yasuhide Ito (composer, Senzoku College of Music), Dr. Christopher Hughes (professor of conducting / Director of Bands, Mahidol University).

If we have any spare time in which nothing is planned (not part of the package that includes Symphony of Lights and rides), it is up to our leaders to decide what to do. If it is decided we stay go shopping on the last day, we go; if it's decided we stay in the hotel, we stay.

These are just some extra tidbits of the whole package. From the photos shown on the projector, anyone could tell that this is a trip with class (chandeliers hanging from high ceilings, queen-size beds, interesting locations, etc.). Of course, Mr. Steven also warned us members to not be late getting down the hotel (people have apparently assume you can get down in 5 mintues), not to lock yourself in the toilet (the very modern settings have caused this before), and various other thigns that will make the trip more enjoyable for all.

Parents may follow their child on the trip if they wish to. The performances are open-for-all. However, the parents have to pay for themselves and are barred from certain events such as the clinics and gala dinner.

The briefing from Mr. Steven was humorous at times and enlightening in others. At the end of his briefing, a souvenir was presented to him. After this session, parents asked questions to which the teachers, Sir Eric and Mr. Steven answered. Parents gave some suggestions and alternatives for sponsorship were discussed. Roughly 30 minutes later, all non-band members proceeded to the canteen for refreshments and instrumental sectionals were in progress.

This day has reminded us again what a benefit it is to have such an opportunity of a lifetime. Besides memorable experiences at the world-famous park, we also have the small bonus of possibly one of the greatest learning curves of our lives. So, I hope as many band members may attend this function as possible. : )

AGM Photos

2011-08-24T15:44:00.009+08:00

Here are the promised photos of AGM.

The Top Fours
The presidents of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012

The vice presidents of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012

The secretaries of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012.

The treasurers of 2010-2011 and 2011-2012

Alyssa the president speaking on the podium for one of her last times

The first whole band gather by the new committee.

The first "Brass Stay" of the new generation

The Photo Session
The teachers present on that day (with Alyssa)

The Woodwind Section

The Brass Section

The Percussion Section

The JTM members

The JTS members

The JTU&K members

The colour-guards

The form five ex-members

The whole band

This would make a decent background

The flutists

The euphoniumists/euphophonists/euphonists/euphists

Phoon Tze Ling and the oboe

Tan Wan Xuan and the horn

Lim You Zhi and the jazz set

Ng Jia An and the trumpet

Even the colour-guards are having fun

Pictures curtesy of Natalie, Jia An and Alison. Thanks for the pictures, guys!

Winter Band Festival 2011

2011-08-23T21:49:00.014+08:00

This year, our band may well be on its way to the Winter Band Festival, to be held at one of the world's most famous park, Hong Kong Disneyland. This 5 day event starts from the 29th of November and ends on the 3rd of December.

In this once-in-a-lifetime experience, members will take their musical knowledge and skills to a new level as there are many workshops and activities conducted by professionals. There are also performances to be performed and competitions to join. As there will be many other musicians attending this event, members may also interact with people from different types of musical background. Naturally, members will be able to experience Hong Kong as a tourist too as there will be sight-seeing on the final day.

Current itenary of the trip (according to the Winter Band Festival site):
29 November (Tuesday)
Arrivals and Directors' Reception

30 November (Wednesday)
Adjucation and Concert Presentation

1 December (Thursday)
Disney Performing Arts Programme, Clinic & Exchange

2 December (Friday)
Clinics, Exchanges & Gala Dinner

3 December (Saturday)
Sight-seeing & Departure

For further information please refer to http://www.ravegroup.sg/winterbandfest/.

Unfortunately, this trip is rather pricey at RM3500 per person. This cost covers many aspects of the trip such as meals and lodging, admission to Disneyland, workshops and many other activities. As one may imagine, not all our members are able to afford this trip. Therefore, we are looking for sources to sponsor us in order to further enchance everyone's musical standards on this trip. If you are willing, any assitance in this matter will be greatly appreciated, whether through donations or simply by giving suggestions. That aside, it would also be wonderful if we could receive help in the form of tutors.

Hopefully, no-one will miss this rare and wonderful opportunity. After all, how often do you get a chance to perform at Disneyland with your friends?

Thank you and have a nice day! : )

Good Luck, All

2011-08-22T20:43:00.003+08:00

Yes, it's that time of the year again. The Form 5 members are now retired and the Form 3 members are officially on their exam break. We hope that you all score as many A's as you can in your SPM and PMR (and SPM and PMR trials) examinations! Good luck in your tests, guys!

Pictures of AGM will soon be uploaded.

AGM 2011

2011-08-07T21:04:00.006+08:00

AGM 2011 was held on the past Saturday, which was the 6th of August. The new committee list for year 2011/2012 was announced, and here it is:

President : Wong Phooi Yee
Vice President : Julie Tan Qian Ru
Secretary : Law Ley Mun

Treasurer : Choon King Fung
Woodwind Section Leader : Grace Ng
Asst. Woodwind Section Leader : Lee Shi Hui
Brass Section Leader : Yap Shein Weng
Asst. Brass Section Leader : Farhan Aadiy
Percussion Section Leader : Jezz Tan Qian Huan
Asst. Percussion Section Leader : Michelle Phang
Drum Major : Farhan Aadiy

Deputy Drum Major: Yap Shein Weng
Drill Master : Choon King Fung
Music Master : Lee Shi Hui
Asst. Music Master : Brian Wong
Asst. Secretary : Sheryl Tan
Asst. Treasurer : Kimi Nyam
Afternoon-In-Charge : Brian Wong
Asst. Afternoon-In-Charge : Choo Earn
Afternoon Woodwind Section Leader: Lim Car Siong
Afternoon Brass Section Leader : Khoo Kay Cher
Afternoon Percussion Section Leader: Koh Yuan Zheng

Thank you form 5s, all the best for your SPM, and all the best to the new batch of committees!

2011-08-02T21:19:00.003+08:00

Emergency General Meeting (EGM)

Date: 5th August 2011 (Friday)

Time: 1.00p.m.

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Date: 6th August 2011 (Saturday)

Time: 10.30a.m.

Attendance on EGM and AGM is mandatory for all band members. As for all form 5 colour guards, attendance is mandatory on AGM.

All ex-members, ex-colour guards and form3 and 4 colour guards welcomed to join us as well.

2nd Shell Eco-Marathon Asia Performance

2011-08-01T15:54:00.010+08:00

On the 8th July (Friday), CHS Band performed at Sepang International Circuit for the 2nd Shell Eco-Marathon. At sharp 11a.m., the 2 buses arrived and we headed to our destination. The journey took us about an hour.

Once we were there, we got settled and had lunch that was prepared for us. At 1.30p.m., it was time for us to warm up and get ready for a short rehearsal. At 2.30p.m., it was show time. The songs that we performed are:

Parade

Tinggi di Angkasaraya

Static

Perro Caliante
Hujan di Tengahari
Putra Putri
Riverdance Finale
Gelang

Besides that, colour guards performed with us as well. Here are some pictures of our performance.

Sports Day

2011-07-10T20:10:00.005+08:00

On the 2nd of July, CHS had its 43th Sports Day. The event started off with the march past of various uniform groups. The two songs that CHS Band played are Perro Caliente and Tinggi di Angkasaraya.

After the flag raising ceremony and speeches, it was time for us to march out. We then half an hour or so to rest and be ready for the static performance. The two songs that we performed during the static performance are Birdland and Riverdance Finale. Not forgetting, the colour guards performed as well.

Thank you all ex-members that came to support us on Sports Day. And thank you Shea Shin for helping the colour guards. To all colour guards, well done! :)

Deputy Drum Majors

2011-07-02T18:21:00.003+08:00

This is the moment we all have waiting for. The Deputy Drum Majors of CHS Band 2011 is...(drum rolls)...

Farhan and Shein Weng!

Teacher's Day

2011-07-01T23:08:00.008+08:00

CHS Teacher's Day was held on the 24th June 2011 (last Friday). By 6.30 a.m., all CHS Band members had arrived the bandroom to be prepared for the performanceon that day. Warm up and tunings were done and it was time to perform. The song that we performed was Animation Songs Medley.

After the performance, we were sitted at the assembly ground to enjoy the up coming performances, which were lion dance, singing, dancing by students and the school teachers all well.

The CHS Band would like to take this opportunity to wish all teachers 'Happy Teacher's Day'! :)

Music Camp Pictures

2011-06-24T21:18:00.004+08:00

Members having meal.

Tutorial session.

Special Night. (we had steamboat)

Members interacting with each other.

Ex-members came too!

Members interacting with ex-members.

After mini concert.

The Organizing Committee of Music Camp 2011 (in black).

A big thank you to all the organizing committees to make this camp a success!! :)

Music Camp 2011

2011-06-22T20:21:00.002+08:00

Music camp was held for 4 days, from 30th May to the 2nd of June. For this year's camp, we were joined by the colour guards. There were many exciting events throughout the camp.

For this year's Special Night which was held on the second day, we had steamboat. The highlight of the camp was the mini concert for parents, that was held on the third day. Members and colour guards have practiced hard for this day, and how they shone! Well done, everyone! And a special thank you to Sir Eric, as we would not have achieved anything without him! Thank you, Sir!

On the last day, team-building activities which consisted of games were held, and the members managed to work together in their respective groups. Finally, was the motivational talk.

It has been an interesting camp indeed, and lastly we would like to express our gratitude to Sir Eric, the tutors, ex-members and teachers who have spent their valuable time with us and for us. Thank you!

Pictures will be posted soon.

Exam Break

2011-05-01T19:56:00.003+08:00

Exam break for morning session members will be starting from today (1/5) till the last day of exam (27/5).

As for afternoon session members, this week's Junior Practice will be as usual. Exam break will start on this Saturday (7/5) till the last day of exam (27/5).

During this period, members are reminded to self practise and principals are required to put at least 2 sectionals.

Please practise these following songs:

Glenn Miller Medley (For this Thursday's rehearsal)
Perro Caliente and Tinggi di Angkasa Raya (Hari Sukan's parade)
Birdland and Riverdance Finale (Hari Sukan's static performance)

Band Camp Organizing Committee 2011

2011-04-30T18:54:00.002+08:00

Organizing Committee

Chairperson:
Julie Tan

Vice Chairperson:
Grace Ng

Secretary:
Michelle Phang

Treasurer:
Farhan Aadiy

Program Dept.:
Lee Shi Hui*
Ang Hui Qing**
Sheryl Tan
Sofeanna Long

Cleanliness Dept.:
Wong Phooi Yee*
Choon King Fung**

Food Dept.:
Jezz Tan*
Yap Shein Weng**
Lee Soo Teen
Wong See Yan

Quarter Master Dept.:
Kok Ming Wei*
Law Ley Mun**
Khoo Xin Le
Kimi Nyam

*Head of Department
**Assistant Head of Department

Band Camp will be held during the holidays from 30th May (Monday) till 2nd June (Thursday). For those who are unable to attend this camp, please inform Julie Tan or Grace Ng.

Selection of Deputy Drum Major

2011-04-29T22:10:00.005+08:00

Selection of Deputy Drum Major will be held tomorrow morning (30th April).

Trainee Drum Majors are:
1. Yap Shein Weng
2. Farhan Aadiy
3. Choon King Fung

All the best for tomorrow's selection! :)

Hari Shapadu Performance

2011-04-29T21:27:00.008+08:00

On the 16th April 2011, the CHS Band performed in the opening ceremony of Hari Shapadu at Dataran Shah Alam.

As early as 7a.m., we headed to Dataran Shah Alam and when once we were there, the rain started pouring heavily. We all gathered in a tent that was prepared by the organisers and waited till the rain stopped.

By 10.30a.m., the rain had finally come to an end and the opening ceremony began. It started off with the national anthem and followed by a speech by the chairperson of Hari Shapadu. Then, it was our turn to perform.

After the performance, we got on the bus and headed back to school.

A special thanks to Shea Shin and the colour guards who worked hard to make this performance a success :)

GOOD JOB EVERYONE! :)

Programme for tomorrow's performance

2011-04-15T20:49:00.003+08:00

Programme:

6.45a.m. - Gather at bandroom

7.15a.m. - Depart from school

7.45a.m. - Arrive at Dataran Shah Alam (Rehearsal and then performance)

12.15p.m. - Depart from Dataran Shah Alam

12.45p.m. - Arrive at school

1.30p.m. - Dismiss

*The time is subjected to changes.

Please remember to get rest earlier and please revise the three songs (Hujan Di Tengahari, Tinggi Di Angkasa Raya, Perro Caliante).

ALL THE BEST EVERYONE!! :)

New JTS System

2011-04-03T19:35:00.003+08:00

For those who are unable to attend band practices due to family trips or other activities that has been planned earlier, you are required to apply for Surat Cuti, signed by the Section Leaders and the President and it must be returned at least 2 days before the practice that you cannot attend.

Same goes for Lewat/Awal, for those who will be late for practices or need to be excused early from practices, you are also required to apply for Lewat/Awal and must be signed by Section Leaders at least 2 days before the day that you will be late or need to be excused early.

If you are unable to attend practices or will be late or need to be excused early at the last minute with reasonable reasons (eg. falling sick), you are allowed to apply for Surat Cuti and Lewat/Awal later.

*Suggestion that Surat Cuti and Lewat/Awal be applied and returned a week before hand to avoid any inconveniences.

Happy Birthday!

2011-04-01T20:25:00.002+08:00

Happy Birthday Encik Zamin! :)
We wish all the best in everything you do and many great years ahead :)

Congratulations!

2011-03-27T17:56:00.003+08:00

Congratulations
to the newly-wed
Choon Wei & Soo Yee!
All the best! :)

SK Youth Wind Band & Singapore Wind Symphony(SWS) Youth Winds (workshop & concert)

2011-02-26T09:52:00.007+08:00

On the 29th January, 8 a.m., the members of CHS Band gathered at the bandroom, waiting to hop on to the bus that was going to leave for Cempaka Sari Auditorium, PPJ Presint 3, Putrajaya. By 8.15 a.m., we made our way to the ESSO station along with our instruments, files and stands and found the bus driver already waiting.

After the 40 minutes of journey, we finally arrived our destination. The staff in charge of registration brought us to a place where we could leave our instruments and other belongings. They then brought us into the auditorium to wait for the other school bands to arrive.

At 10.15 a.m., once all the school bands have arrived, the conductor of SWS Youth Winds, Mohd. Rasull, was invited to say a few words. Each instrumental sections were then assigned to our respective rooms to have sectionals and time of interaction with others. During the sectionals, we were also given a piece to practice, titled A Sorry and Disturbing Romance (after Super Junior, Rihanna and Lady Gaga), arranged by Mohd. Rasull.

At 12 noon, we were served lunch. After the meal, we had a session where we could ask questions regarding techniques of playing the instrument.

By 4.30 p.m., we were given time to interact with SOKA FeiYang Symphonic Band and SMK Seafield band. Experiences were shared during this time of interaction. At 6.30p.m., dinner was served. We all headed to the cafeteria for dinner.

After dinner, we were given time to change into our smart casual clothes and get ready to enter the auditorium to watch the concert. Doors were open at 7.30p.m..

The SK Youth Wind Band performed first. Songs that they performed are:

Soar the Untamed Spirit - Roland Barrett
Winter Sonata - 高山直也
Moonlight Serenade - 高山直也
Blue Tango - Leroy Anderson
Omens of Love - Toshio Mashima

After a 15 minutes of intermission, it was time for the SWS Youth Winds to perform. Songs that they performed are

Singapore Rhapsody Part I - Jacob de Haan
"Gandolf", Movement I from Symphony No.1 "Lorg of the Rings" - Johan de Meiji
Harvest Waves - Hirozaku Fukushima
Jalan-jalan, Vision of the Isle of the Gods - Shinya Takahashi
Ibu - P. Ramlee arr. Mohd Rasull
Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen arr. Darrol Barry
Japanese Graffiti XII - arr. Takashi Hoshide

After their performance, SK Youth Wind Band and SWS Youth Winds performed together. Together they performed 2 songs, Chinese New Year Encore and A Sorry and Disturbing Romance (after Super Junior, Rihanna and Lady Gaga), arranged by Mohd. Rasull.

The concert ended at 10.30 p.m.. We then left the auditorium and headed back to school.

Performance at KLCC Convention Centre

2011-01-23T13:24:00.003+08:00

On the 22nd of January 2011, our percussion section piled into vans with their marching instruments and headed to the KLCC convention centre. An USANA held event awaited them, as they were to hold a short marching performance leading in a Very Important Person.

During 4 p.m., our percussionists, Encik Zamin, Miss Stephanie and the reserves gathered at the bandroom and prepared to depart. It may have not been a short journey from school to KLCC, but they managed to reach their destination at 4.30p.m. After a short rehearsal, the members were allowed to take a break for some time.

After having a delicious dinner, the members headed for the convention centre yet once again. Finally, at about 10 p.m., the members were given the cue to prepare. As the percussionist marched in playing the drum solo, the guests of the event looked with excitement! Following behind the percussionist was the VIP in a very pretty red dinner gown.

After marching out, the percussionist prepared to return to Catholic High School. And during 11.30p.m., the tired members and teachers went home to take a good rest.

2011-01-16T14:40:00.002+08:00

Attention to all afternoon session members who had attended the the interview session on Saturday (15/1), please be reminded that your first Junior Practice will start this Wednesday (19/1).

Time : 8.30 a.m. (*bandroom time)
Venue : Bandroom
Attire : PJPK shirt & pinafore(girls), PJPK shirt & school shorts(boys)

*Bandroom time is 15 minutes faster than normal time. So you are required to be at the bandroom by 8.15 a.m. (normal time).
Last but not least, you required to bring along your white shirt to be worn after the practice. See you there :)

Chung Ling High School Band Interaction

2011-01-13T22:49:00.007+08:00

On the 19th December 2010, CHS Band had an opportunity to have an interaction with Chung Ling High School band, Penang.

At 7.30 a.m., all members of CHS Band were gathered at the bandroom determined to make this day a beneficial one. Before the Chung Ling High School band arrived, together we moved the percussion instruments to the hall in order to have more room for our guests. We then made the necessary preparations for the day.

When everything is settled, warm up and tunings began. Not too long after that, the Chung Ling High School band arrived accompanied by our band President, Alyssa Remesh and Vice President, Siow Ai Chia.

To start off with the programme, we perform three songs for them which is Rudolph's Christmas Overture, White Christmas and Christmas Recollections. After that, they too performed for us a few songs.

After their performance, we headed for refreshments. During this time, we were able to get to know each other better. We also were able to share our experiences in band. While we still had time, we took them to have a look at our bandroom.

At 11.30 a.m., we all gathered in the hall and led by our band tutor, Sir Eric and later by Chung Ling High School band tutor, Mr. Woon.

Before they left, a small gift was presented to Chung Ling High School band by our teacher advisor, Miss Stephanie. They too presented us a gift from their band.

Miss Stephanie presenting a gift to Mr. Woon

Mr. Woon presenting a gift to Sir Eric.

Wisma Wangsawalk Shopping Centre Christmas Performance

2011-01-13T22:11:00.006+08:00

On the 18th December 2010, which is exactly a week before Christmas, the CHS Band performance at Wisma Wangsawalk Shopping Centre.

At 6.15 p.m., we arrived the shopping centre and we were to start performing in 20 minutes time. Wasting no time, we started to get ready for the performance. The next thing we knew is we were all in our places and about to play our first song, which is Rudolph's Christmas Overture and followed by The Christmas Song. The other songs that we performed are A Christmas Festival, Christmas Recollections, White Christmas and Shrek Dance Party.

After the 30 minutes of performance, we were given a short break. At approximately 9 p.m., we were to perform for another 30 minutes. After the last song, our student conductor, Lee Shi Hui bowed for the last time and we exited in an orderly manner.

All in all, everyone did an amazing job. We are grateful to have an opportunity to perform before Christmas and we want to thank all the parents who were there to support us :)

2011-01-07T21:25:00.004+08:00

On 2nd December 2010, the CHS Band performed at the Malaysian Agriculture, Horiculture & Agroculture (MAHA) exposition. This event was held from the 26th November till 5th December 2010. Various performances were held within these 10 days exhibition.

The songs that we played for the parade are Mesra and Tinggi di Angkasa Raya. After a short break, we then performed Shrek Dance Party and White Christmas.

After we performed, we were all given a chance to take a look at the various exhibition.

Farewell pictures

2010-12-31T11:44:00.009+08:00

Pathway to the platforms.

Our beloved Form 5s and Teacher Advisors.

Form 5s during talk.

Farewell Until We Meet Again!

2010-12-22T20:47:00.004+08:00

13th November was the day when we were to say "Ci Vediamo!" to out beloved form 5 ex-members. Ci Vediamo is a Venetian word which means "farewell until we meet again", thus it was used as a theme.

In the start, the form 5s were welcomed by royal guards and a pathway made up of bowing members to the platform. After our teacher advisor, Puan Hardeep, gave her speech, it was time for the cake-cutting ceremony, followed by the dramas. Each of the dramas planted smiles on the ex-members' and members' faces and gave each of us the best medicine-- laughter. :D

After watching the dramas, the form 5s were to pick out the best drama. And guess who won? [drumroll] 'ka-ching!' the form 4s! The the form 4s received a hamper from the OCs as the prize for best drama.

After that, a slideshow of the form 5s were shown which was followed by the talk. The form 5s gave us many advises and shared their memories with us. And after that, the 'surprise' for the form 5s were carried out--singing "Conquer The Best". With the OCs leading, all of the members sang out with their hearts and souls.

This farewell was ended by the photo session to capture these memorable with the form 5s.

Photos will be uploaded soon.

Good job!

2010-11-11T21:31:00.002+08:00

Today, 5 participants from CHS Band participated in the Eco Music Percussion Competition that was held in SMK (P) Sri Aman. A total of 6 schools participated in this competition.

At the end of the competititon, CHS Band emerged as the 1st runner-up.
CONGRATULATIONS!

All the Best!!

2010-11-10T22:05:00.004+08:00

On the 11th November 2010, which is tomorrow, the Percussion section of CHS Band will be participating in the Eco Music Percussion Competition. This competition will be held in SMK(P) Sri Aman starting from 2 p.m. Participants that are representing CHS Band are Kendrick Wong, Chan Mun Li, Nai Hai An, Michelle Phang and Tan Qian Huan.

In this competition, the instruments are to be made of recycled items such as glass bottles, plastic bottles and aluminum cans. Marks will be given based on the creativity of each group.

For the last few days, the 5 participants had been practicing hard for this competition. Lots of effort had been put in to make all the instruments . So we wish you all the best!! :)

*Farewell Party for the Form 5s will be held this Saturday (13th November), from 8.30a.m. till 2.00p.m. at the bandroom. All ex-members, colourguards and Sinfoneitta members are welcomed to join us. We look forward for your presence.

Congratulations!

2010-10-27T21:07:00.003+08:00

Farewell Organizing Committee List
Chairperson:
Wong Phooi Yee

Vice Chairperson:
Julie Tan Qian Huan

Secretary:
Ang Hui Qing

Treasurer:
Lee Soo Teen

Programme Dept.:
Khoo Xin Le*
Lee Shi Ni
Lim Soo Theng

Deoration Dept.:
Law Ley Mun*
Tan Yi Tian
Tan Chui Wen

Technical Dept.:
Yap Shein Weng*
Jayne Sunita

Quarter Master Dept.:
Ng Jia Ann*
Tan Wan Xuan

*Heads of Department

Congratulations and all the best!
Exam break has just ended and practice will resume as usual this week.

AGM

2010-08-14T14:09:00.005+08:00

AGM was held last week (7th August) after school from 1-4pm.
Here is the list of Executive Committee 2010/2011:

President : Alyssa Remesh
Vice President : Siow Ai Chia
Secretary : Chan Mun Li
Treasurer : Foong Yin Ying
Woodwind Section Leader : Phoon Tze Ling
Asst. Woodwind Section Leader : Wong Phooi Yee
Brass Section Leader : Lim You Zhi
Asst. Brass Section Leader : Yap Shein Weng
Percussion Section Leader : Kendrick Wong Yong Him
Asst. Percussion Section Leader : Nai Hai An
Drum Major : Lim You Zhi
Drill Master : Jayne Sunita
Music Master : Siow Ai Chia, Khoo Xin Le
Student Conductor : Lee Shi Hui
Asst. Secretary : Law Ley Mun
Asst. Treasurer : Choon King Fung
Afternoon-In-Charge : Kok Ming Wei
Asst. Afternoon-In-Charge : Grace Ng
Afternoon Woodwind Section Leader: Lee Shi Hui
Afternoon Brass Section Leader : Kimi Nyam
Afternoon Percussion Section Leader: Michelle Phang

All the best to the new batch of committees and a big thank you to all the Form 5s!

music is in between the notes

2010-07-18T18:26:00.004+08:00

The SIBF competition, which is on the 23rd of July, a Friday, is approaching fast and everyone is making the most of every waking moment to perfect every detail in the songs. Now, in addition to using the metronomes and tuners when practising, everyone must listen to the recordings of the songs and play along to guide in tuning. It is also to help us blend in with the others when we play.
(Members, please remember to go through your luggage again before you leave on Tuesday, 20/7 and bring your IC and PASSPORT) Failure to do so will result in various inconveniences and delays so let's all co-operate!

Date : 23rd July 2010 (Friday)
Time : 4.05 p.m.
Venue : The Republic Cultural Centre Theatre

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE! :)

MUSIC CAMP 2010 with Hougang Sec Symphony Band

2010-07-13T19:05:00.008+08:00

DAY 1

on the 15th of june at 7.15 am, the chs band members are found to be gathering at the netball court.

the OCs.

well guess what were we preparing for?

THE MUSIC CAMP 2010!

well for this year, it wont be the same as the annual band camp we hold every year.

this year, we have the Hougang band members joining the camp too!

as usual, the start of the camp = clean up!
the dorms, toilets, even the canteen - they were all cleaned by us (:

dumped our stuff in the storeroom, and off we were to start cleaning!

excited to start cleaning!

dorm cleaning in progress.

moving instruments , stands , etc (:

arranging stuff in lecture theatre.

after clean up, we had a short concert practice.
during the concert practice, hougang sec's people called us and said that they were reaching.
and off we were to welcome them!

after contemplating for a long time.. we decided to welcome them with clapping "爱的鼓励".
and so we wait..
and wait....
and wait....
and wait.....
*cellphone rings* "the hougang people are coming!"

everybody scrambles back into their position to prepare to welcome the hougang people.

meanwhile..

lugging heavy bags and instruments.

and here they come!

afterwards, we had lunch. and it was time for sectionals.
we had concert practice after sectionals.

at night, we had an awesome dinner, which was the welcome dinner for the hougang people.
spaghetti, mushroom soup, pumpkin soup, garlic bread, your typical italian meal, homemade by the awesome mothers of some chs band members.
it was simply DELICIOUS.
thank you, moms!

after dinner, we had games.
which includes a guess-whats-the-plasticine-thingy-is game, the rhythm game, the blindfold/pingpong ball game, and the newspaper game.

everyone having a good time.

its a plasticine tortoise!

trying hard to replicate the plasticine figure made by the previous person.

needless to say, we had a great time and were tired out too.
it was time to bathe and sleep.

some members didnt even bathe and went to sleep. this is deeply discouraged, as it may harm your health! and it may discomfort others.

and that was how our first day of camp went.

16 days!!!!!

2010-07-04T21:04:00.006+08:00

hello reader,
you must be wondering what in the world does "16 days!" mean.
as of today (4.7.2010) there are only 16 days left before the sibf performers will leave for Singapore and participate in the sibf competition.
tick-tock, tick-tock, time is slipping away, people!
so before you waste precious time and later regret because you could have done much better, take out those metronomes and tuners and start practising!

yes, metronomes and tuners. they may look unimportant and it's annoying to practise slowly and painstakingly to get every note right, but really, it's worth the effort. nothing comes easy, and everyone must work hard to achieve the aim of winning the competition (hey, no pressure ;p)
anyway, improvement is the only way to go, so ALL THE BEST! remember all the pointers and tips sir and Mr. Lim have given, like the SATB triangle and the dynamic gradient, and practise smart.
not to forget another gadget invented to help us along,
the harmony director! it can show how an individual note fit into complete chords and thereby guiding one how to tune the note accordingly. so, arm yourself with these things, and make use of every minute to practise and get every little detail right!

that said, do not forget that the ASEAN School Games opening ceremony parade is a week away so practise all the basics in marching and the 2 marching songs "hujan di tengahari" and "perro caliente"!

another reminder that on this friday (9.7.2010) an EGM will be held from 1245 to 1330 in the bandroom. see you there!

music camp 2010

2010-06-24T08:02:00.003+08:00

Music camp 2010 was held from the 15-18 of june at our school.Another band from Singapore is joining us too.This camp is deliberated for the preparation of a coming band competition in Singapore,SIBF,with Hougang band.

Throughout this camp many activities were aligned for all members of CHS and Hougang band.There was a barbeque party on the 3rd day of this camp.Ex-members ranging from year 2001-2009 came here.

All band members would like to thank the organizing committees for organizing this wonderful camp.Thank you, Sir Eric for coaching us and keeping us accompany throughout the camp.

Pictures will be posted soon.

SIBF song recordings

2010-06-21T20:47:00.002+08:00

you may visit the links provided below to download the songs we are performing for the SIBF competition.

all members are required to have these recordings.

please listen to them often, it'll help improve your playing (:

please click the names of the song that you want to download, it'll bring you directly to the download page.

The Echo Never Fades

Serenade

Celebration

Sports Day 2010

2010-05-06T23:32:00.000+08:00

CHS will be holding its annual sports day on the 8th of march (Saturday) from 8am-1pm.

our performance for this year will be different, as we are going to present to you, a display band performance. formations are what we are performing this year.

dear ex-members,
please feel free to come along to CHS on that particular day to view this performance and all the other sports events and such. (:

the long awaited announcements

2010-05-03T19:25:00.000+08:00

our new deputy drum major of year 2010 is... *drumrolls*

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credits of pictures above and below go to Aaron Ng, taken during raptai.

during the past 2 weeks, we had our raptai sukan (sports day rehearsals).

during raptai.

Furthermore, the Music Camp OC List is finally out. As usual, the form 4s will be organizing this camp.
We will be having a camp together with Hougang High School Band from Singapore during the 2nd week of our June holidays. Okay, so, here's the list :

MUSIC CAMP OCs 2010

Chairperson : Chan Mun Li
Vice Chairperson : Tan Yi Tian
Secretary : Jayne Sunita
Treasurer : Lim Soo Theng

Programme Dept. : *Lim You Zhi
Ng Jia Ann

Accomodation Dept. : *Siow Ai Chia
Tan Wan Xuan

Cleanliness Dept. : *Phoon Tze Ling
Nai Hai An

Food Dept. : *Tan Chui Wen
Foong Yin Ying
Kendrick Wong

Quarter Master Dept. : *Lee Shi Ni
Alyssa Remesh

*Head of Department

just a random thought : the chairperson is a percussionist again! x)

there will also be a camp at Kuen Cheng 1 primary school during the 1st week of june holidays.
we will be teaching the band members there.
members are asked to clear their schedules for these 2 camps (:

Current Affairs and such.

2010-04-22T17:28:00.000+08:00

hari gerko came and went on the 15th of January. we are almost stepping into the end of April so the new members are not exactly new anymore now. :) everyone has slipped into the routine of band practices and is familiar with the activities of the band.

currently we are having practices for the upcoming Sports Day. this year we are doing it quite differently. instead of only a parade and a static performance later, we are replacing the static performance with formation performance. so we are practising really hard now as they are more things to cover, such as American march, formations, the songs (which are Mambo, Somewhere, Tonight. all three songs are from the famous musical West Side Story), and marching while playing the songs. sounds difficult? it is rather, but it would be worth it. one more plus point is the new deputy drum major will be leading the members! we are all waiting in suspense for the announcing of the new deputy :)

orientation day on the 30th of December 2009
the board for hari gerko

the arrangements of instruments in the band room on hari gerko

*Credit of pictures goes to Daphne Ng.

Singapore Interaction Trip

2010-04-21T22:27:00.000+08:00

19th Dec 2009

On the 19th of december 2009, all the band members woke up at the unearthly hour at 4am, just to prepare to reach school by 5am to make the final preparations for our trip to singapore.

firstly, we would really like to thank the parents of a few members who were very kind to help us transport our heavy stuff from the sports center to the esso station outside of our school :D
if it weren't for them, our departure time would have been delayed due to the overwhelming amount of stuff we had to carry.

however, we departed at around 8am because the bus for members had some problems.
we stopped at a few rest stations during the journey to singapore and reached the customs at around 1pm. all the procedures went smoothly, and off we were to jurong junior college(hereafter referred to as jjc), which was located at jurong east. due to the confusing roads, we were running late.

alas, we reached jjc at 3pm, which was already late, as we were expected to be there at 1pm.
the jjc-ians provided us with a huge and warm welcome, and we got into our respective groups.
the group leaders brought us to our dorms and we had lunch at 4pm.

we met all of the peirce members during dinner.
afterwards, there were rehearsals and practices until the night.
of course, there was the required telematch/games in all camps (for the singaporean band members, they got to jjc in the morning as this was a camp for all us actually. it was entitled "Camp Reverie".)
we went to all the "spooky" places around the jjc campus, and enjoyed ourselves very much.
we finally got to rest at around 12am.

20th Dec 2009

we had individual practices and rehearsals scheduled for the rest of the day, and also a visit to singapore's famous Esplanade for a concert (which was performed by singaporean and european bands).

we also had the chance to take a walk around orchard road, which was full of fairy lights and sparkling decorations in conjunction with Christmas which was around the corner.
the temperature was just right(at around 19C, which we have not experienced for a very long time in malaysia) which made us felt like we were in a christmas wonderland.
the downside of it is orchard road is a very, very crowded place.
but still, the astounding decorations and amusing performances such as street performers and parades were worth it all.

we reached jjc at around 1am, and off we were to sleep as there will be an intensive practice schedule tmr and a performance at night.

21st Dec 2009

it was a very busy day for all of us. we had practices from morning till the afternoon.
it was our last chance to perfect our songs, to do what we can to improve our performance.

a concert entitled "REVERIE" was scheduled at night.
well you may be wondering, why did they name it reverie?

Reverie means to daydream, building castles in the sky. This concert is named Reverie as it was a dream to come together and be on the same musical journey. It has become a reality for different people from different countries and schools to be on the same musical journey today. Anything is possible if we put our minds and hearts to it. This event is a proof that dreams do come true.

(above information taken from the concert booklet provided)

we started preparing for the concert at around 4pm.
guests started arriving at around 6pm+, as the concert was scheduled to start at 7pm sharp.

Here are the recordings made during the Reverie Concert. Recorded by Roger's friends,video made by Roger. credits go to the them and JJC Band's blog which posted this.

American Graffiti XIX from Roger Lim Jia Jun on Vimeo.

Reverie (Second Part) A Disneyland Celebration - Christmas Recollections - Festa Paesana - Jounetsu Tairiku from Roger Lim Jia Jun on Vimeo.

first up was the jjc band, with guest players from hougang high school band and shuqun high school band.
their repertoire consisted of:

Welcome - Tokio Mashima
American Graffiti XIX - Arr. Naohiro Iwai
Disneyland Celebration - Michael Brown

next up were the peirce wind symphony band members. their repertoire was the following songs:

Flight of Valor - James Swearingen
Whistle While You Work - Frank Churchhill

and next was us! we have practiced for this moment for the whole of our school holidays. of course we were very excited! our repertoire was:

Karachi Boulevard - Willy Fransen
Blaze Away - Abe Holzmann
Bravo Brass - Takashi Hoshide

and lastly, all 3 bands combined together and formed a huge symphonic band, with more than a 100 players! as expected, the music produced sounded very grand.
we played:

Festa Paesana - Jacob de Haan

and of course this is a must, as christmas was around the corner, and this was actually a christmas concert :

Christmas Recollections - John Edmondson

after our last note rang off in the auditorium, we were greeted by the thunderous applause of the audience.
the support of the audience brought a big smile to each and every of the conductors' and performers' face.
as a surprise for the audience, we started playing another song when they were still applauding.
the song was :

Jounetsu Tairiku by Hakase Taro, Arr. by Endo Yukio.

the saxophonists walked up to the front and started their soli, thus surprising the audience.
that was our last song for the night.
after the concert, we had a photo session and gift exchange session.
the peirce wind symphony, hougang high school band and shuqun high school band members went home afterwards.

little did we CHS Band members knew what the JJC Band members had in store for us.
boy, were we surprised.
we were told to go to one of their lecture halls after we kept our instruments and cleaned the hall.
guess what they had prepared for us?
A PARTY!
one of their member's mother had prepared a feast for us.
we were delighted with the food as we had been eating the same food over and over again for the past 2 and a half day.
this simple feast was absolutely scrumptious.
as we were eating, the band major of JJC Band told us that we were going to have a song-singing session!
suddenly, all the fatigue in us seemed to have disappeared into thin air.
everyone was hyper and singing their hearts out.
we even had a brass vs woodwind vs percussion cheer competition!
it was definitely our best night yet.
some of the members started feeling too tired to sing anymore and started sleeping at around 3am. we were allowed to go off at 3.30, while the others who were still energized could stay and sing until 4am.

22nd Dec 2009

we woke up at around 9am and had breakfast.
our next stop was the Singapore Science Center.
we were lucky as there was also a Body World Exhibition going on.
all of us had fun in the science center, reminiscing about our childhood times when we first went to science centers.
the various exhibitions there were certainly different from our country's science center.
there were so much to see and touch and investigate that we couldn't finish visiting all the sections in the science center.
we took our photos with the jjc band members and said our goodbyes. there were even a few members who shed tears.
band members will always be like a big family aye? though we only met for a few days, it was as if we had knew each other for our whole life.

afterwards, we were told to buy lunch at one of the shopping malls as we were in a rush to get back to kuala lumpur.
after buying lunch, we left singapore for our home sweet home, and arrived at kuala lumpur and around 8pm.

this interaction trip has indeed made us experience different cultures (though not that distinctly different). we also had the chance to perform with a band from our neighbouring country, which is quite rare.
I hope all of the band members had a great time during the trip!

a bigbig thank you to all the members of the JJC Band who were our awesome hosts!
and also to the Peirce Wind Symphony members, we enjoyed our stay with you very much!
to the Hougang and Shuqun High School members, we are glad to have known you!
hope to meet all of you again soon, adios :D

photos coming up soon!
meanwhile, enjoy the recordings above (:

The Deputy Drum Major of year 2010 is .........

2010-04-21T21:39:00.000+08:00

from left: Nai Hai An, Lim You Zhi, Kendrick Wong

well, we do not know the answer to that question yet.

however, luckily we do not have to wait long for the unveiling of the new deputy drum major, who in future will be the (no prizes for guessing this one!) DRUM MAJOR of the band! on the 23rd of April 2010, keng xin, the current drum major, will be announcing his successor. whoa. sounds grand, doesn't it? it most certainly is a grand affair.

according to the tradition of the band, only the drum major and his trainees can touch and hold the mace. if you are unsure what a mace is, Google it. or you can just refer to the photographs attached. the stick-like thing is called the mace. back to the topic. the drum major leads the band during parades and marching events, and he takes care of the standard of British march of the band. the mace is his symbol of authority, so to speak. during parades, he commands the members by making certain signs using the mace and hand signals. plus, according to tradition yet again, no one can cross over the mace. we must only walk around the mace. so if by any chance the mace blocks a doorway, we can walk through it until the drum major, deputy drum major or the trainees remove it. but that doesn't happen. at least, not yet.

so isn't being a drum major glamorous? it is, considering the fact that only guys have a chance to be one, and only one girl in the history of the band ever got chosen to be a trainee. while leading the band with the all-powerful mace is cool, there is hard work involved, too.

the trainees who are up for the post of deputy drum major are Lim You Zhi, Nai Hai An, and Kendrick Wong. they each have their own unique qualities, so it's rather difficult to make a choice. let's just hope the Chosen One would bring the band to greater heights and fall short of the great expectations placed on him! from left: Kendrick Wong, Lim You Zhi, Kok Keng Xin, Nai Hai An

*Credit of pictures goes to Daphne Ng

Farewell PARTAY!!

2010-04-18T18:08:00.000+08:00

"Quick, quick, switch off the lights! they are coming! be quiet!". sounds like what a captain would say to his troops in a battle, doesn't it?

surprise, surprise. those urgent commands were uttered by none other than the organizing committee of the Farewell Party (FP) on the 7th of November 2009 as the Form Five ex-members of the band were making their way up to the band room. the theme of the FP this year is "Aloha", which means "hello, or goodbye". goodbye, to the ex-members, but hello to the new and better things which are yet to come. but i digress.

back to the scene where the head of the program department calls out to us to switch off the lights and turn on our flashlights and take our places to welcome the ex-members with a bang. as they made their way in on red carpet to the makeshift stage at the other end of the room, we flashed the flashlights in every direction and waved cards with their names and stuff like "i love you!" or "you rock!". the room was even darkened with sugar paper stuck on the windows so the paparazzi effect was maximized. as cool and Hollywood-ish this seemed, nothing could beat the balloons falling down from the ceiling as the ex-members were in the middle of the room. it was fabulous.

moving on. the ex-members and members sat down at the foot of the stage so the dramas prepared by each form for the ex-members can be performed. after a speech by the teacher adviser, Madam Hardeep, the Form Ones got the ball rolling as they performed first. the dramas were lame with funny bits, and everyone burst into laughter. what helped in adding more fun into the whole programme was the right company. we all knew each other pretty well, and spending time together, joking and fooling around was the best way to deepen friendships.
then it was the time to listen to the ex-members' recount of their experiences in band, and lessons we could learn from them. the recount was quite moving as they shared their struggles, and the joy of being in the band, and also when they gave encouraging messages and gifts to fellow juniors. indeed, band life is not a bed of roses, there is much hard work involved, but the friendships and good memories found in the process are worth it. this was the message we gleaned from them. when they presented us juniors with thoughtful presents and encouragement, we were very touched. of course, we and the organizing committee prepared presents for them too. at the end of the FP, all of us rushed to give our beloved Form Fives gifts and take photos with them.

that wraps up the Farewell Party 2009, and we wish ALL THE BEST TO THE EX-MEMBERS!
the backdrop
glittery cards greeting the ex-members
pitch dark surroundings for maximum "camera flash" effect
cupcakes!
the form fives of year 2009

*Credit of pictures goes to Daphne Ng

new afternoon session committee

2009-12-15T00:00:00.000+08:00

congratulations to our new afternoon session committee !

Afternoon In Charge : Kok Ming Wei
Assistant Afternoon In Charge : Grace Ng
Afternoon Woodwind Section Leader : Lee Shi Hui
Afternoon Brass Section Leader : Kimi Nyam
Afternoon Percussion Section Leader : Michelle Phang

will update pictures as soon as we receive them. (:

CHS bandroom is getting a makeover !

2009-11-21T22:13:00.000+08:00

Gotong-Royong was held on the 20th November 2009, from 8.30am to 1.30pm.

The CHS Bandroom, as you know it, is going to be undergoing renovation soon. The refurbishment will be housing a whole new look and impression. Thus, do stay tuned as photos will be up as soon as the renovation has come to an end.

Mainly, we gathered all the furniture and instruments and moved them out of the bandroom, into the Kelab Kebudayaan room as the temporary storage room. Tiring day it was, but our band members proved to be persevering and managed to pull through together.

The School Scouts offered immense help, thus much burden was alleviated. By saving time and also allowing the members time to rest, both lunch and tea time were fully provided by the Organising Committee as well.

Once again, thank you band members, especially the Organising Committee for a job well done!

Congratulations

2009-09-01T21:48:00.000+08:00

Congratulations to our band tutor Sir Eric on the birth of his newborn son :D

millions of thanks to the form 5s

2009-08-31T22:44:00.000+08:00

Here's a bigbig THANK YOU to the form 5s of 2009 !

Thanks for your contribution and devotion to CHS Band all these years.
Good luck and all the best for your trials and SPM.

happily looking at their certs~

form 5s of 2009 ! ----- They Rock!

2009-08-08T20:16:00.000+08:00

AGM was held today, and a new batch of committees stepped into their new shoes. To the new Ex-Co, good luck, and to the newly dismissed Form 5s, THANK YOU !

Executive-Committee 2009/2010

President

Alison Chan Ching Li

Vice President

Law Ley Kuan

Secretary

Wong Sook Wei

Treasurer

Suzanna Kwa Wei Ying

Woodwind Section Leader

Gerald Lim Fang Jun

Assistant Woodwind Section Leader

Jayne Sunita

Brass Section Leader

Tiang Quie Zhen

Assistant Brass Section Leader

Lim You Zhi

Percussion Section Leader

Joanne Wong Ying Ying

Assistant Percussion Section Leader

Kendrick Wong Yong Him

Drum Major

Kok Keng Xin

Drill Master

Joanne Wong Ying Ying

Music Master

Gerald Lim Fang Jun

Siow Ai Chia

Student Conductor

Angeline Tee

Assistant Secretary

Tan Chui Wen

Assistant Treasurer

Tan Yi Tian

Afternoon In-charge:

Tek Yi Chyn

Assistant Afternoon In-charge:

Yap Shein Weng

Afternoon Session Woodwind Section Leader:

Wong Phooi Yee

Afternoon Session Brass Section Leader:

Jeanette Tong

Afternoon Session Percussion Section Leader:

Law Ley Mun

reminder

2009-08-03T18:50:00.000+08:00

Emergency General Meeting
7 August 2009
Friday
12.30 p.m.

Annual General Meeting
8 August 2009
Saturday
8.30 a.m.

Ex-members are highly welcomed for both of the abovesaid meetings.

Hope to see you then!

An Evening of Music 2009: EAST WEST

2009-07-26T12:58:00.000+08:00

AEOM 2009 was held successfully in the Brother Phillipe Wu school hall yesterday night at 8PM. The hall was overflowed, as evening tickets were ALL SOLD OUT. Cheers of our supporters were heard during every song. Everyone had a great night.

Pictures are soon to come. Go to Daphne's, Yu Fai's and Wei Chong's FaceBook albums for pictures :D

A HUGE THANK YOU to all those who supported us during the concert, teacher advisers who helped us OCs, CHS Choir, all the band members for their efforts, Mr. Lerkiat for the brass sectional, Mr. Nick for playing alongside us and last but NOT least -

Sir Eric, who gave us great confidence and much much help =)

2009-06-02T20:26:00.000+08:00

The Catholic High School Band will be holding a concert ‘An Evening of Music 2009’ themed ‘East West’ or 《东西弦汇》, organized by the Parent Teacher Association. Details of the concert are as follow:

Date
25 July 2009 (Saturday)
Venue
Brother Phillippe Wu School Hall
Time
2.00 p.m. – Matinee Show, priced RM 15 per ticket
8.00 p.m. – Evening Show, priced RM 25 per ticket

Ticket purchasing will be on the 29 June 2009 (Monday). Meanwhile, ticket bookings can be made via e-mail to aeom-eastwest@live.com. Please include the following details:

Name: (in full)
Telephone Number: (most active)
Number of Tickets:
Time : Matinee / Evening

The primary aim for the concert is to expose the band members to performing arts as well as to raise fun for the maintenance and purchase of music instrument. We really need the donation from the public in making this concert a joyous success. Donations are highly welcomed from all parties.

Sponsorship / Donation:

RM 1000 and above
Ribbon-cutting, 2 VIP invitation cards and programme book.
RM 600 – RM 999
2 invitation cards and programme book
RM 300 – RM 599
1 invitation cards and programme book
RM 100 and above
Acknowledgement in programme book

Exterior back cover (colour)
RM 6000
Interior back cover (colour)
RM 3500
Interior front cover (colour)
RM 3500
First page (colour)
RM 2500
Last page (colour)
RM 2500
Full page (colour)
RM 2000
Full page (black & white)
RM 1200
Half page (black & white)
RM 600
Quarter page (black & white)
RM 300

We sincerely hope readers and CHS band patrons to generously give their support to An Evening of Music 2009. Donations can be made via cheque payable to PIBG SMJK Katholik Petaling Jaya.

Come, sit back, and relax. Let us take you a flight to the west and back to the east right in the comfort of your own sit.

So come, and support us! See you on the 25th of July!

For any inquiries, please contact the following entities:

Head Teacher Advisor
Madam Hardeep Kaur
019-2194541

Band President
Leong Yin Wei
012-9344188

Band Secretary
Choon Ee May
017-3343135

Sponsorship and Donation Director
Nicholas Lai
012-2481797

music camp 2009

2009-06-02T19:27:00.001+08:00

Music Camp was held on the 30 of June 2009 right at our school. Headed by Foo Fuei Loo, this camp is deliberated for the preparation of our upcoming concert, East West.

Throughout the 3-days-2-nights camp, a myriad of activities were aligned for both concert performers and new members. On the 2nd day, there was a barbeque party cum gathering. Ex-members ranging from year 2001 to 2008 attended the event.

Members of the band would like express many thanks to the organizing committee for making the camp ever so successful. Thank you, Sir Eric for coaching us and keeping us accompany throughout the camp.

Pictures from the camp will be posted up very soon.

Telematch 2009

2009-04-18T19:27:00.001+08:00

make it your motto

2009-02-13T23:47:00.000+08:00

WITH PASSION,
IMPOSSIBLE IS NOTHING!

If you have the soul and zeal to achieve an aim, make sure you put in extra effort in making it a success. Never take the approach to give up on something when things appear otherwise. And to the juniors, come up to seniors to clear your pool of confusion. Make your mystery history! Set your heart on your goal, and triumph isn’t impossible. Take my word for it!

Hari Gerko

2009-02-05T17:03:00.000+08:00

Hari Gerko was the usual stuff every year. Ex-Po was the project for us band members. What’s different this year is that it was lead by the joint effort of Form 3 and Form 2 members. The results were satisfactory and I must say, they did a really good job.

They worked hard day by day to plan on this current event. Ex-Po is so significant because this project will determine the number of new members of a new batch. And suffice to say, the results were pretty pleasing. A total of 179 people signed up – both the names from Orientation Day and Ex-Po were taken into account. This year, we are taking in new Colour Guard members too. The targets were mainly Form 3’s.

During the whole Hari Gerko, there were a total of 9 times of short fuses. This means that the light decoration for our stand had to be shut off. The laptop remains useful as it runs with a battery.

There were ensembles being played around the school before the afternoon session students enter their classes. Woodwind ensemble played a Japanese song; Brass ensemble played Blaze Away, while the Percussion ensemble showed off their amazing strokes and rhythm-sense.

Nonetheless, there were minor problems along the way that an outsider sees. The schedule was lagging and many things had to be delayed because members weren’t moving swift enough. Another part is that things get disorganize when the organizing committee does not brief the members clear enough.

Nevertheless, all’s well end’s well. The project was a great success and the interview session will a reflection of our hard work. Till then!

a note

2009-01-26T16:00:00.000+08:00

On behalf of the Catholic High School Band,

I would like to wish all band members and readers a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year!

Regards,
Blog Co-ordinator