Rye College

July 27th 

After a half hour stop for a cuppa and some very calorific treats, the group set off again in the minibus to arrive at Rye college by 1.30pm.

The Ensemble performed on its own and also with the Wurlitzer, played brilliantly by Michael Wooldridge.  It was a scorching afternoon and the green jackets didn't stay on for too long.  Thanks were given to our star driver, Richard Mullins, who not only organised the bus but gave up his entire day to drive everybody there not to mention all the gear he shifted as well!

Well done Sophie for a great solo, playing Cherry Pink  accompanied by the Wurlitzer, which she only had chance to run through once - very professionally executed.

The ensemble didn't get back to the Band Hall until after 10pm having driven through torrential rain and a thunderstorm.  Everyone was cream crackered but it was a good day.

Training Band at Meadow Court

July 20th - The Training Band at Meadow Court.

A scorching hot day - good job there was a gazebo.  Sadly, there was no room for Mike so he had to stand in the sun!! 

The Sweltering Summer Concert - July 6th 2013

An exciting programme of music meant a very happy audience and a free concert to all the surrounding houses as it was too hot to close the doors.

The A Band played the opening march in full band attire but asked the audience's permission to shed their jackets for the remainder of the concert.

The Theme from Schindler's list featured Naomi Hewin playing her first cornet solo for Verwood A and she proved to be a star in the making.

The Training Band gave a polished performance and did an excellent job of Passacaglia from Suite Galante 1 by Stuart Johnson.

The B Band set was very well received and the audience tapped their feet with enthusiasm, particularly to one of our very old Eurovision winners, Boom Bang-a-Bang!

Despite the soaring temperatures the audience still demanded an encore.  The Lincolnshire Poacher seemed to fit the bill.

Verwood Carnival 29th June 2013

A great band turn out on a very hot day to lead Verwood Carnival procession.