Archive’s 2006
Archive’s 2007
The recording of ‘Archive’s 2007’ suffered a PC problem mid-year. Much has been restored, however, several events are yet to be retrieved ... bear with us. The gap between June and August is in hand and will be issued soon.
Marion stages a Goolwa Cabaret ...
Marion City Band took to the country on Saturday, 4th August with a ‘Cabaret’ in Goolwa. The audience rolled in from miles around the South Coast town to enjoy the evening’s entertainment. Which was sufficiently exciting and varied to satisfy a huge range of musical tastes.
The band opened the programme with the rousing piece ‘Gonna Fly Now’ followed by several songs by one of Marion’s popular vocalists, Dean.
Set 1 of the programme was shared with Goolwa Town Band (pictured below) which played a 30 minute bracket of swing and show tunes
During the three ‘interlude’ sets the Marion Jazz Combo provided an alternative musical style for listening and dancing
In Set 2 first number was the lovely Irish ballad ‘Erin Shore’. This was followed by another of the bands vocalists ‘Mr. Versatility’, David. He featured several old favourites including ‘Old Man River’, ‘Moon River’ and ‘Edelweiss’.
Two novelty items featuring Claire (‘Eternal Triangle’) and Graham (‘Musical Fairy Tale) completed the segment
And now for someting quite different ... Sarah and (daughter) Chelsea delighted the audience with an exquisite display of ‘belly-dancing’! Credit to the girls for courageously bringing a fragment of another culture to the sleepy South Coast town. Sorry, photo’s were censored by the ‘Board’ (elderly ladies, in cardigans and sensible shoes) ... just joking!
Marion Band Set 3 opened with the Band’s female entertainer Natalie, who treated the audience to a series of traditional cabaret items. These included ‘All that Jazz’ and ‘Basin Street Blues’. She followed this with a dance session. Initially with ‘Singing in the Rain’, followed by two Germanic Polka. These prompted David (again) to reach for this accordion to add a Bavarian touch.
The final segment for the evening included serious late-night brass ‘swing’ numbers ... towit, Brass Band Boogie and Birdland. Enfin ... in an attempt to calm down the 4-wheel driver’s for their journey home Veronica arranged a special version of the hymn ‘Crimond’ ... it was stunning!
Strathalbyn Band Festival - August 2007
On Sunday 5th August both Marion Bands appeared at the Strathalbyn Band Festival.
Warriparinga Brass is pictured left during their stage performance.
The youngsters, with a little help from a few ‘oldies’, opened their programme with ‘A Ceremonial March’, followed by renditions of ‘Flintstones’, a ‘Cossack Dance’, ‘Rock the Joyful Canon’ ... closing with ‘Toccata in D Minor’
Pictured right is the Marion Senior Band
Dean performing the Flugal solo ‘By the Time I get to Phoenix’
Graham’s Playground Dedicated
On Sunday 12 August the City of Marion’s Mayor Felicity-Anne Lewis, opened a new Playground in the Cosgrove Hall Precinct. The facility was named after former Councilor Graham Watts in recognition of 21 dedicated years of service to the Marion community.
The event was held on the site in front of a supportive crowd, which included Council Members, relatives and friends. The proceedings included speeches of appreciation by the Mayor and other Dignitaries focussing on Graham’s service, including his significant work in the Clovelly Park area.
One very important contribution during his tenure was his 16 year dedication to Marion City Band, as liaison with Council. On his retirement form Council Graham was appointed President of the Band.
Marion City’s Mayor with Graham at the ceremony
Members of Marion City Band provided light entertainment for the occasion
Battle of the Bands - August 2007
Members of Warriparinga Brass paricipated in Adelaide Uni’s ‘Battle of the Bands’ on Sunday, 26th August.
The event was was held in a marquee on the lawns adjacent to Elder Hall on a very warm afternoon. In true Warri’ tradition the youngsters (and one or two ‘oldsters’) rose admirably to the occasion, delivering a bracket of popular and classic pieces for .an appreciative audience
Warriparinga Brass players during the event (above) ... and the Cornet section is shown on the right
Mal’s 30th Anniversary!
Mal’ recorded a personal milestone on 12th September when he celebrated his 30th year with Marion City Band.
The occasion was marked at Rehearsal on the 12th complete with speeches and a very tasty cake
Jack’s ‘not so good news’
We regret to report that jack and his wife were injured in a motor vehicle accident on 10th October.
Whilst Jack suffered fractured bones to ankle, ribs and pelvis, Norma was rather more fortunate and was discharged from Hospital after a few days
Wear e now pleased to advise that after a surgical session or two, Jack is now recovering quietly in the Repat’ hospital. Recent visitors report the ‘old fella’ is looking well and very perky!
South Australian Band Championships - 2007
The South Australian Brass community’s major event this year heralded the 150th Anniversary Celebrations of Tanunda Town Band. A major milestone for the State’s music world. Tandunda’s celebrations coincided on this occasion, with the South Australian Band Championships on the 6th October. Hence a rather special version of the ‘States’ was staged.
The traditional ‘street’ march competition was held with local and interstate bands in highly competitive mode. It was wonderful to hear the offerings of the quality competing participants from as far afield as Queeensland and Victoria
ON 6pm on the evening of 6th October 1857 the original Tanunda Town Band delighted early settlers with their first performance, outside the Tanunda Hotel. To commemorate that performance the current ensemble ‘re-enacted’ the event ... at the same time, on the same day on the same spot, one hundred and fifty years later ... wonderful!
Marion City Band & Warriparinga Brass were very pleased to be part of the celebrations and wish Tanunda Town Band many more years of successful ‘banding’. Many of Warriparinga’s younger players are looking forward to attending the 200th Anniversary! No doubt they will carry many happy memories with them.
Tanunda Town Band (left) during their winning performance in the ‘Street March’ competition
And the overal winner is ...!! Tanunda Town Band
The band is pictured receiving Shields, Silverware and Accolades at the conclusion of a very successful musical event
... and now for the contributions of Marion City Band & Warriparinga Brass
Marion City Band on stage
Warriparinga Brass youngsters enjoying their stage performance
Results:
Open ‘C’ Grade Test: Tryptich - Phillip Sparke 1. Mitcham City Band (Peter Smith) 37+86+40=163. 2. Enfield Brass (Geoff Magin) 39+87+36=162 3. Marion City Band (Veronica Boulton) 40+82+38=160 Marananga Brass (Thomas Ludi) - no official adjudication
Junior Brass Test: Own Choice 1. K&N Youth (Bruce Raymond) 41+82+43=166. Warriparinga (Veronica Boulton) - no official adjudication
Adjudicator: Dr Kevin Cameron
Marion City Band competing in the ‘Street March’
Marion Community Events ... Historical Village Project & Neighbourhood Watch
Sunday 28th October turned out to be a very busy day for the Marion Bands.
At noon the Senior Band gave a performance a the Marion Historical Village Project in George Street Reserve. This ‘picnic;’ event was sponsored by the City of Marion Council and enjoyed by the large number public in attendance
