Farewell 2022

As the saying goes, "Everything that has a beginning comes to an end", and this time it's the end of our beloved form 5s seniors who dedicated their high school years to band. We hosted a farewell event at bandroom themed "Memories" as we reminisce their memories from the very start of their band life. 

During that day, there were entertaining programs such as performances prepared by each form and also a video made by our organizing committee that bring us back from the sad atmosphere. 

As form 5s are stepping into a new stage of their lives, we would like to wish you all the best and hope to see you soon.

Red Sonata Fiesta

 October 2022

Hi guys!! CHS Band PJ participated in the Red Sonata Fiesta 2022 in the Concert Band/Strings Orchestra Category in October 2022. This was an online competition organised by Petronas Technology University with the theme of Rebound of Melomaniac.

The band recorded their first recording "Welcome" on the 23rd of September 2022 and their second recording "Wind of Provence" on the 29th of September 2022.

After all the hard work and countless hours spent practicing, the band managed to get First place for "Wind of Provence" and third place for "Welcome". A truly remarkable achievement for the band.

Interaction with Yok Bin Symphonic band

 Saturday, 10 December, 2022

Hello there! We were contented to be able to host an Interaction with Yok Bin Symphonic Band on the 10th of December. After 2 years of restrictions, we were so pleased to be able to meet new friends who share the same passion for music as us. 🎶 Although we didn't manage to perform any pieces, we still get along with each other really well. At the end of the day, big smiles were on everyone's faces. 😁

We would like to show our deepest gratitude to Yok Bin Symphonic Band. Hope to see you in the future❤️. 

Annual General Meeting 2022

Saturday, 22nd October, 2022

Hi everyone! It's once again that time of the year, the time when our dearest Form 5 officially signs off. On 22nd October 2022, CHS Band held our first physical AGM after years of lockdown in conjunction with our Color Guards and Sinfonietta. 

This year had been hectic as the school's co-curricular activities gradually resumed. New struggles and problems emerged from every corner, but our Form 5's still managed to power through and make our physical practices a success. Thank you Form 5's for all the time and hard work you have invested in band. We wish you all the best and good luck in your upcoming exams. 🍀🍀 

A new chapter of band has just begun as a new batch of committees for 2022/2023 have just been announced: 

President: Voon Zi Xian

Vice President: Teng Qing Wen

Secretary: Yap Jay Ming Ashton

Treasurer: On Xin Yuan 

Music Master: Teng Qing Wen

Assistant Music Master: Loo Yang Shan Kristen 

Woodwind Section Leader: Wan Kang Yue

Assist. Woodwind Section Leader: Loo Yang Shan Kristen 

Brass Section Leader: Chin Kok Bing

Assist. Brass Section Leader 1: Hoh Chun Hee 

Assist. Brass Section Leader 2: Yeak Zi Yen 

Percussion Section Leader: Jakob Lim Wei Sheng

Assist. Percussion Section Leader: Lucas Yap Tian Yu 

Assist. Secretary: Tan Yu Xi

Assist. Treasurer: Hii Ai Ying, Love 

Drum Major: Wan Kang Yue

Drill Master: Voon Zi Xian

Hari Sukan and Hari Kemerdekaan 2022

Friday, September 9, 2022

In October, our school organized the annual Sport's Day. It was the very first after the 2-year MCO period and everyone was excited to be a part of it.

We are very honored to be able to lead the parade for this year’s Sports’ Day, which was previously led by the Badan Beruniforms. For the parade, we played Hujan di Tengahari and after that, our national anthem too. We were also given an opportunity for a static performance, where we played the renowned pop song – Uptown Funk.

Before the Sports’ Day, we were also given a chance to perform in the school hall for the National Day performance. We had played the piece Hujan di Tengahari for this performance as well.

Last but not least, we are grateful for the chances presented to us by the school and the organizing teachers as well. We had a great experience in the events and will be glad to perform again for the school.

Band Camp 2022

 Friday, June 17, 2022

 

Hi everyone. For the past three days -7 to 9 June 2022-, our band held the Band Camp 2022. Our main objective for this band camp was to prepare ourselves for the upcoming concert, as well as to know each other better. As it was the first band camp since the Movement Control Order, we were all very excited about it. 

On the first day, we had an ice-breaking session with the whole band to get comfortable with each other. After that, we met our tutors for the first time for sectional session. Mr Ales Tsok taught the Woodwind section, while Mr John Bourque instructed the Brass section and Ms Nian Shee the Percussion section. For our new members, we invited two ex-members, Teoh Jia Yong and Ong Zhi Hsuen to give them a masterclass. After a short lunch break, we had concert practice with Mr Lim, who had traveled far from Singapore to teach us. His session was eye-opening and we are able to recognize our flaws clearly and learn new techniques to improve our skills.

On the second day, we invited the Dalcroze method expert, Dr Poon Chiew Hwa, to give us a masterclass. We were able to enjoy this masterclass with the Sinfonietta members, giving us a chance to meet new people and form new bonds. The session was very fun as we got to experience learning music through movement. After that, the seniors had sectional with the tutors, while the new members had masterclasses with Avril Long and Tobias Wong, who are both ex-members of our band as well. 

On the last day, we had a marching session in the morning and a whole band rehearsal with Mr Lim. And in the end, we were taught the Kodály method by Ms Low Li Yien. Through all sorts of games, we had a great time learning music in a fun and interactive way. 

Through this band camp, we are able to discover our flaws and problems and learn a lot of new things. To all the tutors who have come to teach us, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts and hope to learn from you again in the near future. We are also grateful to our teacher advisors and parents for your patience and guidance throughout this whole camp. 

 

 

Resuming Physical Practice and New Members' Orientation Day

 Monday, May 2, 2022

Hi all. Just this past Saturday, 30 April, we are proud to announce that we have returned to physical practice at last! During the gruelling lockdown, we have always been forced to practice online via Zoom but at long last we are able to come back to meet our fellow band members face to face.

To make this week even more exciting, we are able to meet our new members! We had the pleasure to organize an orientation day to introduce them to our band. We briefed the new members on our rules and traditions, walked through them on the committee list, and introduced our conductor as well as our teacher advisors. Hope they will have a fun time and learn lots here at band!