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Order details and discussion for the National Finals Championship Test Piece :
Music for Battle Creek - Philip Sparke
De Haske (UK) Ltd.
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Anglo Music Press
14.06.2007, 12:09
I'm pleased to say that the study score for MUSIC FOR BATTLE CREEK is now available.
you can order it from your usual supplier or directly from the De Haske website:-
http://www.dehaske.com/index.php?tas...k=det&id=17363 (http://www.dehaske.com/index.php?task=shop&stask=det&id=17363)
My band's conductor Ivan Meylemans will be conducting one a band in the Dutch Nationals later this year, and they just started rehearsing Music for Battle Creek (it's the Dutch test piece as well!). He said it was a very enjoyable piece...
(to the composer, if he reads this: any change there will be a fanfare band version? Ivan said he would like to play it with our band (Achel) some day as well ;) )
Anglo Music Press
12.07.2007, 07:28
(to the composer, if he reads this: any change there will be a fanfare band version? Ivan said he would like to play it with our band (Achel) some day as well ;) )
No plans at the moment, but it's certainly not out of the question!
I think this is a fab test piece. There are no bad bits of music. The ending is very unexpected, the first time we played it, it came as a real shock! Does Philip Sparke write anything that isn't gold. Really looking forward to the finals. It's gonna be a good weekend.
coolpics
13.09.2007, 22:40
Avoid the queues at the Albert Hall and get your copy of the study score from the De Haske stand at the British Open in Birmingham this Saturday!
It's also available from all your usual band suppliers or at
www.dehaske.com
John Brooks
04.10.2007, 18:30
I'm excited..............I just confirmed that I'm flying to London for the weekend and will be attending the Finals. I'm very happy about that and especially because it sounds like such an awesome test piece.
it sounds like such an awesome test piece.
No arguments there - it's great to play. So much in it for everyone!!! :)
Thirteen Ball
05.10.2007, 12:43
Does Philip Sparke write anything that isn't gold?
Not in my experience! ;)
I've favourites and less-favourites of course... (sometimes relating to those I can get near playing and those I'm miles off)... but generally he comes up with the sort of thing that makes me wish I had half the imagination and skill needed to write something similar myself!
Which is why even though I've not heard this one, I'm thoroughly looking forward to a seat in the albert hall, a study score, and some quality bands to listen to.
If it measures up to his usual standard, it'll be a cracker.
iggmeister
05.10.2007, 13:32
I think it is going to be a very hard test for all the bands. Apart from the solo cornet/ euph duet (which is hard enouigh to play on your own, let alone in unison with another player) after only 12 bars of the piece, and all the other whopping great solos, the third movement is simply one of those things that you have to sit down and programme into your brain.
It will be interesting to hear how the bands approach it stylistically as well as it is not really your usuall 'British' brass band fare.
I'm really enjoying rehearsing it.
Igg
andylockett86
05.10.2007, 15:13
absolutely loving the euph solo in the second movement - fantastic writing
the third movement is simply one of those things that you have to sit down and programme into your brain.
Igg
Agreed - You need to know where everyone else's part fits against yours - And then try to ignore it ;)
Super Ph
10.10.2007, 20:10
Mad piece. I like it.
This should surely guarantee that the cream floats to the top - only about 5 bands will get near it. But then I thought that about 'Eden'.
Darth_Tuba
10.10.2007, 21:52
Mad piece. I like it.
This should surely guarantee that the cream floats to the top - only about 5 bands will get near it. But then I thought that about 'Eden'.
Do you mean that more bands could play it than you expected or that the best bands didn't come at the top?
towse1972
10.10.2007, 22:19
Mad piece. I like it.
This should surely guarantee that the cream floats to the top - only about 5 bands will get near it. But then I thought that about 'Eden'.
I should hope all the bands will "get near it"! They are supposedly the best the country has to offer... It will be a shame
if they cant..:) 'tis quite tricky though!!
chiephonium
12.10.2007, 09:19
I'm enjoyng getting redy for my debu in London this year... Think the piece is fantastic, but wha what could we possibly expect from Mr Sparke... Well done on a great piece...
The most enjoyable part for me is on the back page with the 40 odd bars of sostenuto chord progressions, with the oving stuff just sitting nicely in the middle of it... a fantastic bit of writing...
Can't wait to get on stage and take a good look round before we play.... Must be awesome????
Darth_Tuba
12.10.2007, 09:37
It is awesome... you'll never have seen so many empty seats...
Seriously though, it's always nice to play there, although not the easiest of halls to play in. Hoping not to be on in the first few, think the ending might take the crowd a bit by suprise...
Can't wait to get on stage and take a good look round before we play.... Must be awesome????
..for god's sake don't do that! - you might faint
john R
Gorgie boy
12.10.2007, 09:54
Not able to get to the contest (best man at a mate's wedding) but have been doing some rehearsals for one of the competing bands and have to say the piece is a total belter! love it all. As good as Dances and Alleluias and I loved that too!
Thirteen Ball
12.10.2007, 13:01
..for god's sake don't do that! - you might faint
john R
Must be almost the size of the Michael Fowler centre eh JR? ;)
chiephonium
12.10.2007, 13:32
It is awesome... you'll never have seen so many empty seats...
Seriously though, it's always nice to play there, although not the easiest of halls to play in. Hoping not to be on in the first few, think the ending might take the crowd a bit by suprise...
?? know what you mean but yu guys are the masters of the early draw... wasn't it number 2 a couple of years ago on eden??
The ending... - no Mr Sparke's usual tipple is it?? -- I reckon the conductor of the first band on may have to turn around and take a bow before the crowd applauds.....!!
i have to say though... i love the sense of atmsphere... i played with hatfield at this year's yorshire area ad i don't think i did anything before we played (i.e moving stands etc...) i was too busy looking into the crowd getting pumped up.... can't wait to see the albie hall from the stage - i'm sure it will feel super...
Super Ph
12.10.2007, 18:45
I should hope all the bands will "get near it"! They are supposedly the best the country has to offer... It will be a shame
if they cant..:) 'tis quite tricky though!!
Of course that's right in theory, but in my opinion there are far too many bands at this event, and the result is one of the least generally competitive and least watchable contests on the calendar. Of course it is great to watch the big boys battle it out (often several hours apart! unfortunately) but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose.
The areas, the Open, the spring festival, etc. have the threat of relegation wihch really spices up the wooden spoon competition. Instead, we will be treated to a number of bands just "having their big day out" in London - the high points for them are looking around at the empty seats, and getting their photo taken outside for the bandroom wall. How spectators are expected to sit through the whole thing, I have no idea.
but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose..........Instead, we will be treated to a number of bands just "having their big day out" in London - the high points for them are looking around at the empty seats, and getting their photo taken outside for the bandroom wall.
I'm guessing you won't be going then :)
I rarely comment on anyone's post and I'm sure I may have been baited into saying something here but what the hey... I take exception to this one - to say that any band that works hard enough to qualify from their region would treat the National Finals as anything less than a serious competition astounds me. Bands are not only going to represent themselves but also their region of the country. I for one will be proud to represent the North of England in London next weekend. And I may even have a cup of tea as well :) - After we've played.
(not trying hard???? - Don't go for that cup of tea then and watch how much effort each and EVERY band puts in)
(sorry if that's off-topic Mods...) - Rant over
Thirteen Ball
12.10.2007, 22:57
Of course that's right in theory, but in my opinion there are far too many bands at this event, and the result is one of the least generally competitive and least watchable contests on the calendar. Of course it is great to watch the big boys battle it out (often several hours apart! unfortunately) but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose.
The areas, the Open, the spring festival, etc. have the threat of relegation wihch really spices up the wooden spoon competition. Instead, we will be treated to a number of bands just "having their big day out" in London - the high points for them are looking around at the empty seats, and getting their photo taken outside for the bandroom wall. How spectators are expected to sit through the whole thing, I have no idea.
Sorry, I really do have to disagree.
Yes there are strengths and weaknesses in the regions, but you really don't get duff bands winning area championships at the highest level do you? Every band there will be trying their hardest - regardless of the lack of relegation etc, because the whole banding world's eyes will be on them.
Surely their "Big day out" will be a motivating factor to do well? After all, some players will definitely be making their RAH debut, crossing swords (Batons?) with the finest that brass banding has to offer, and what could be more motivating than that?
Every band there have already proved their right to be there. And regardless of who comes out on top, In that sort of company the winners can consider themselves true champions.
What more can you ask of a contest?
Thank you for everything that you just put, ThirteenBall....Not just me then???
Of course that's right in theory, but in my opinion there are far too many bands at this event, and the result is one of the least generally competitive and least watchable contests on the calendar. Of course it is great to watch the big boys battle it out (often several hours apart! unfortunately) but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose.
The areas, the Open, the spring festival, etc. have the threat of relegation wihch really spices up the wooden spoon competition. Instead, we will be treated to a number of bands just "having their big day out" in London - the high points for them are looking around at the empty seats, and getting their photo taken outside for the bandroom wall. How spectators are expected to sit through the whole thing, I have no idea.Welcome back, Starperformer. Good to see the break hasn't changed you.
BrassGroupie
13.10.2007, 12:59
I really like the piece. Sounds lovely :) But then, I do like a good Philip Sparke piece!! I will be looking forward to hearing many bands play at the Albert Hall!
Just regarding the above conversation... I think all the bands put in a supreme effort. And why on earth wouldn't they???? I have been attending the nationals in London for many years (apart from 1 recently) and have seen all the bands give it their all, despite the obvious absence of a level playing field.
By this I mean the (what I consider to be unfair) automatic pre-qualifying of certain bands. E.g. Grimethorpe (8th at regionals) Black Dyke (3rd) and YBS (11th ??????) automatically getting through to Nationals because of winning/placing last year despite poor(er) performance in regionals.
If someone did think that some bands weren't trying - I think this could be a good reason.
I'll get back on topic now... "Music for Battle Creek" - nice!
Anglo Music Press
13.10.2007, 13:18
but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose.
This is an unbelievable statement. I don't know if you play in a band or not but, if you do, then I feel you need to ask yourself why.
When I conducted a band, I always stressed that the point of entering a contest is to test our ability, not against other bands, but against ourselves. You can't do anything about how the other bands play, but you can do something about how you play.
To state that ANY band would not go to a contest and do their utmost is a bizarre thing to say.
They may be 'cup-of-tea' bands to you, but that says more about your attitude than theirs.
Super Ph
13.10.2007, 13:28
Just regarding the above conversation... I think all the bands put in a supreme effort. And why on earth wouldn't they????
I'll tell you why they wouldn't - because few bands have the resources to try their best at contests they won't win. I'm not saying they aren't good bands, and I'm not saying they didn't try their best to qualify. I'm also not saying that they won't have put plenty of practice in for this piece.
But a lot of them would be mad to concentrate on getting 10th instead of 15th in that contest, when it would make far more sense financially, musically, and emotionally, to apply all the extra rehearsals, home practice, cancelling holidays, deps fees, heartache, etc. that constitute "really going for it" to the Spring Festival, some local contest with prize money, a major concert, or next year's areas. The piece will be at the limit of what they can attempt, and the adjudicators are unlikely to do much with the bottom 10 placings anyway apart from put the obvious bad apples at the bottom and shuffle the pack.
I'll be going as a spectator, and the fact that some bands contain many Albert Hall debutants is great for them, but no good for me, because they will generally be overawed anyway. Lucky really because in such a long day I will need to slope off for refreshment at some point.
Pre-qualifying improves the standard of the competition for the title, so if I was in charge, I would expand it.
Gorgie boy
13.10.2007, 16:43
I'll tell you why they wouldn't - because few bands have the resources to try their best at contests they won't win. I'm not saying they aren't good bands, and I'm not saying they didn't try their best to qualify. I'm also not saying that they won't have put plenty of practice in for this piece.
But a lot of them would be mad to concentrate on getting 10th instead of 15th in that contest, when it would make far more sense financially, musically, and emotionally, to apply all the extra rehearsals, home practice, cancelling holidays, deps fees, heartache, etc. that constitute "really going for it" to the Spring Festival, some local contest with prize money, a major concert, or next year's areas. The piece will be at the limit of what they can attempt, and the adjudicators are unlikely to do much with the bottom 10 placings anyway apart from put the obvious bad apples at the bottom and shuffle the pack.
I'll be going as a spectator, and the fact that some bands contain many Albert Hall debutants is great for them, but no good for me, because they will generally be overawed anyway. Lucky really because in such a long day I will need to slope off for refreshment at some point.
Pre-qualifying improves the standard of the competition for the title, so if I was in charge, I would expand it.
If you're trying to be controversial and stir people's emotions up then you've worked wonders on me. I think your comments show a real lack of understanding. What if Marple at the 1996 Open had taken that view. Or Swinton at the 1989 Open? One way you can win the contest is to BE THERE. I have played at the RAH Championships Finals once (1990) and it was the best experience of my banding life. I am desparate one day to be able to do it again. Don't belittle the efforts of nearly 600 bandsmen and women by your cheap comments.
Anno Draconis
13.10.2007, 21:32
I'll tell you why they wouldn't - because few bands have the resources to try their best at contests they won't win. I'm not saying they aren't good bands, and I'm not saying they didn't try their best to qualify. I'm also not saying that they won't have put plenty of practice in for this piece.
But a lot of them would be mad to concentrate on getting 10th instead of 15th in that contest, when it would make far more sense financially, musically, and emotionally, to apply all the extra rehearsals, home practice, cancelling holidays, deps fees, heartache, etc. that constitute "really going for it" to the Spring Festival, some local contest with prize money, a major concert, or next year's areas. The piece will be at the limit of what they can attempt, and the adjudicators are unlikely to do much with the bottom 10 placings anyway apart from put the obvious bad apples at the bottom and shuffle the pack.
I'll be going as a spectator, and the fact that some bands contain many Albert Hall debutants is great for them, but no good for me, because they will generally be overawed anyway. Lucky really because in such a long day I will need to slope off for refreshment at some point.
Pre-qualifying improves the standard of the competition for the title, so if I was in charge, I would expand it.
What a load of utter piffle. I played in the RAH with Nottingham City Transport twice in the early 90s and we absolutely busted a gut to give a good performance - it was the pinnacle of our contesting year. We didn't expect to win, but you never know what might happen if the adjudicator prefers your interpretation or a few of the "big boys" have an off day. Every "unfancied" band goes there with that in the back of their mind, I promise you.
I take it you haven't played there? If so, I take it you played with Dyke, or Fodens? Because obviously there would be no point going otherwise, would there? :rolleyes:
Just to drift back in the direction of the topic for a mo, I won't make it on the day but I heard B&R doing some note-bashing the other week and the piece sounds great - I'm hoping to get to an open rehearsal this week somewhere.
BrassGroupie
13.10.2007, 22:04
I'll tell you why they wouldn't - because few bands have the resources to try their best at contests they won't win.
Since when do you need "resources" to try at something? I thought you just needed yourself, your pride and your willingness to try.
Pre-qualifying improves the standard of the competition for the title, so if I was in charge, I would expand it. I guess that I should be glad you're not in charge then :biggrin:
PeterBale
13.10.2007, 23:31
Pre-qualifying improves the standard of the competition for the title, so if I was in charge, I would expand it.
I agree that pre-qualifying can help raise the stand of the competition, but it is not necessarily the case:
Consider a hypothetical situation where an Area has two excellent bands that are considerably better than the others: if those two happened to secure places within the top four (or whatever the pre-qualifying positions happen to be) then you would end up with four bands from that area, two of which may have little chance of making much of an impression. Equally, pre-qualifying raises great issues regarding the Areas, with bands that have pre-qualified still having to take part in the Areas, with all the expense etc involved. If, for whatever reason, they fail to perform well, then the whole question of pre-qualifying is called into question (as we've had today in another thread).
To get back on topic, I'm sorry to miss the finals again this year, due to the SASWE weekend visit to Newcastle, but it looks to be a great test: good luck to all taking part ;)
stevetrom
13.10.2007, 23:48
The 'finals' are a great event at RAH (thanks to B&R bass player for encoraging my lad at the bar a few years ago, he is now a proper bandsman). OK due to the area setup it is not the best 20 bands in the country (you can hear them at the open) but it s a very fair contest that we can all dream of playing at - if we can play well enough to qualify - if you're good enough you will be playing there, if not enjoy the occasion!
chiephonium
14.10.2007, 12:07
I wonder why SuperPh's band isn't playing at this years championships.... Maybe they didn't have enough resources to try their best at this years regionals, or couldn't afford the deps fees, or they had some people on holiday..... or they were too busy drinking CUPS OF TEA...
sorry mods but he is a narrow minded fool...
I have to say, Philips music just gets better and better. Had a rehearsal today on the piece and I just can't get the middle movement out of my head........beautiful writing indeed. Congratulations Philip!!
agentorange
15.10.2007, 14:33
.... just can't get the middle movement out of my head........beautiful writing indeed. Congratulations Philip!!
Couldn't agree more, well done (again) Philip! Hope i can do it justice.
Just to add my comments to the rubish thats been written earlier on this thread:-
As a member of one of the 'cup of tea' bands i feel quite offended that someone doesn't think that i'll be taking it seriously - it is the Championship Section National Finals after all!!! Whilst i don't think for a minute that we will seriously challenge the likes of Dyke, Cory et al, The big boys do sometimes have off days (yorkshire areas this year?) so that would open the door for one of the cup of tea bands. If we can claim a couple of scalps and be up there with the best of the rest i'll be a seriously happy man. If however the wheels fall off and we finish last, then at least i can say i was there, something that many bandsmen and women never have the opportunity to experience. I for one will enjoy the experience either way.
Best of luck to all those competing, see you for a pint afterwards.
BrassGroupie
15.10.2007, 16:00
As a member of one of the 'cup of tea' bands i feel quite offended that someone doesn't think that i'll be taking it seriously - it is the Championship Section National Finals after all!!!
"Cup of tea", my butt. No matter where you place, it still makes you one of the top 20 bands in the country. (Including FIVE! from Yorkshire!)
I think that's something to be immensely proud of, and to know you've put effort into it as well is great and worked hard to come top (or second) at regionals as well is superb too.
I'm looking forward to hearing EYMS' interpretation of the piece as much as the rest of the bands :D
Super Ph
15.10.2007, 20:52
As a member of one of the 'cup of tea' bands i feel quite offended that someone doesn't think that i'll be taking it seriously
If you consider yourself to be a member of a 'cup of tea' band, why shouldn't I slope off for a 'cup of tea' while you're playing?
I would suggest a more positive attitude. A little self-belief can go a long way.
Super Ph
15.10.2007, 20:54
No matter where you place, it still makes you one of the top 20 bands in the country. (Including FIVE! from Yorkshire!)
I think members of some of the top twenty bands in the country would disagree with you there!
I suppose that's what the Open is for.
Hmm. It seems to me SuperPh is filling up a topic with nonsense. It'd probably be a good idea to simply ignore him, probably like everyone does in the non-virtual world that he has some semi-concious knowledge exists.
Of course, if he labels himself in London I'll gladly come and have a drink with him. Problem is though, I don't do hot drinks, but I doubt he has a mind wider than a pin to decide if there are other options available.
BrassGroupie
16.10.2007, 09:14
If you consider yourself to be a member of a 'cup of tea' band, why shouldn't I slope off for a 'cup of tea' while you're playing?I think he meant cup of tea the way you were describing it... I really don't think EYMS see themselves as a so-called C.O.T. band!! ;)
Anyway, we are all WAY off topic here.... I'm going off to start my birthday with (yes you guessed it!) a cup of tea and a cuddle with my daughter and see if we can get this thread back on topic!!
Lauradoll
16.10.2007, 11:28
Totally loving the piece- roll on Friday, woo!!!
Thirteen Ball
16.10.2007, 12:40
I would suggest a more positive attitude. A little self-belief can go a long way.
And I would suggest you, Sir, adopt a more positive attitude to the qualifiers from the regions.
How are they ever to have any self-belief when people like you brand half of them with a derogatory title and suggest they're just there to make up the weight?
Have some respect.
Captain Cymru
16.10.2007, 12:56
Of course that's right in theory, but in my opinion there are far too many bands at this event, and the result is one of the least generally competitive and least watchable contests on the calendar. Of course it is great to watch the big boys battle it out (often several hours apart! unfortunately) but some of the cup-of-tea bands aren't even trying hard, because they know they can't win and have nothing to lose.
The areas, the Open, the spring festival, etc. have the threat of relegation wihch really spices up the wooden spoon competition. Instead, we will be treated to a number of bands just "having their big day out" in London - the high points for them are looking around at the empty seats, and getting their photo taken outside for the bandroom wall. How spectators are expected to sit through the whole thing, I have no idea.
It fathoms me that people like this would wish to comment on Bands performances before they have event played. It stinks of some who has never played or will never have the opportunity to play in such a prestigious event or at any event at this level. This persons comments demeans the hours of rehearsal and effort put in by the bands who have gained the right to compete for the title of National Champions. My advice to Super Ph would be to grab your Sop, get some more practice in and maybe you might be good enough to play at the RAH instead of moaning about it!!
Vickitorious
16.10.2007, 16:13
I think the piece is AMAZING! I love it.. I can't stop singing it, and I'm getting REALLY excited about playing at the RAH! :biggrin: AND seeing how much more 4br could put us down! :evil:
George BB
16.10.2007, 18:40
Never mind popping out for cups of tea. I will be there right through the day. Hope the piece is as good as you say. There never will be another "New Jerusalem" but I enjoy them all.
Best of luck to all taking part on Saturday
agentorange
17.10.2007, 10:52
If you consider yourself to be a member of a 'cup of tea' band, why shouldn't I slope off for a 'cup of tea' while you're playing?
I would suggest a more positive attitude. A little self-belief can go a long way.
I'll re-phrase for those unable to spot a touch of sarcasm - i am a member of what other people may condsider to be a cup of tea band. And you are quite welcome to slope off and drink as much tea as you like, I won't miss you. Oh, and I have all the self belief i need thank you, anyone who knows me will confirm that.
And what exactly is negative about going to enjoy the day, enjoy the music and enjoy the occasion regardless of the outcome? To me that does display a positive attitude.
The only negativity I can see on this thread is from people like you who have already decided that some bands are not worth listening to.
chiephonium
17.10.2007, 11:48
I have all the self belief i need thank you, anyone who knows me will confirm that. - CONFIRMED
The only negativity I can see on this thread is from people like you who have already decided that some bands are not worth listening to. - SECONDED
chiephonium
17.10.2007, 11:49
Totally loving the piece- roll on Friday, woo!!!
the contest is on saturday...
all the best by the way...
scotchgirl
17.10.2007, 13:47
I can't wait until Saturday...we won our area by two clear points this year, and would probably be seen by some people as a COT band (to coin a phrase)....but we have worked our bits off the last few weeks...and employed ALL our resources to playing the best that we possibly can.
It is a disappointment to all in banding that some people look at the list of bands playing and decide beforehand which bands they will listen to, and which they won't...however, that's THEIR loss...who knows they might even end up missing the winning band....its not like that's never happened before is it.
I love this test-piece (getting back on topic lol!)...the second movement is beautiful and the third movement is excellent - really well written in my humble opinion. One of the best I've had the chance to play.
Good luck to everyone who is competing on Saturday...and we'll ALL (COT bands and the 'good' bands) probably end up in the Mews anyway lol!
Lauradoll
17.10.2007, 14:11
the contest is on saturday...
all the best by the way...
You too!
We're leaving on Friday though....so roll on Friday!! And of course Saturday!
John Brooks
17.10.2007, 14:29
I'm leaving tomorrow :) 9.00am (2.00pm GMT) flight out of Toronto and really looking forward to a few stress free days. Sounds as though Saturday will certainly be a terrific day and good luck to all tMP'ers taking part.
You too!
We're leaving on Friday though....so roll on Friday!! And of course Saturday!
We're actually leaving on the Friday as well - that's just Mr Chief being a bit vague ;) (just kidding mate)
I'm sure we will all end up in the mews for a nice cuppa - 2 sugars for me please :p
I can't wait until Saturday...we won our area by two clear points this year, and would probably be seen by some people as a COT band (to coin a phrase)....but we have worked our bits off the last few weeks...and employed ALL our resources to playing the best that we possibly can.
It is a disappointment to all in banding that some people look at the list of bands playing and decide beforehand which bands they will listen to, and which they won't...however, that's THEIR loss...who knows they might even end up missing the winning band....its not like that's never happened before is it.
I love this test-piece (getting back on topic lol!)...the second movement is beautiful and the third movement is excellent - really well written in my humble opinion. One of the best I've had the chance to play.
Good luck to everyone who is competing on Saturday...and we'll ALL (COT bands and the 'good' bands) probably end up in the Mews anyway lol!
Perhaps I'm going with the wrong attitude.................... I don't intend listening to anymore than about 6 bands on Saturday. Yes it's true I'd rather be playing obviously, but I don't find the idea of listening to 20 performances of the same piece fun at all. So I'll pick and choose, safe within the knowledge that I'll miss some great performances and as you correctly say, it will be my loss.
BrassGroupie
17.10.2007, 22:59
Perhaps I'm going with the wrong attitude.................... I don't intend listening to anymore than about 6 bands on Saturday. Yes it's true I'd rather be playing obviously, but I don't find the idea of listening to 20 performances of the same piece fun at all. So I'll pick and choose, safe within the knowledge that I'll miss some great performances and as you correctly say, it will be my loss. I don't think many people will be listening to all 20... apart from those die-hard Norwegians that I always end up sitting behind, no matter which entrance I go in?! :confused: But I think the difference is, some of us go knowing that we like to listen to a certain number of bands rather than - "they've got no hope so I won't bother with them..."
I usually listen to the band I support and the two or three either side, time-permitting, and then the last two of the day - no matter who they are :) I usually miss the so-called big ones!!! :oops:
a COT band (to coin a phrase)
Oh, I coined it many posts ago!!! :p You just can't have a good rant typing "cup of tea" over and over!!! LOL!
At least I think we're back on topic now?? Aren't we?
Anyway, good luck to ALL the bands!! It's been ages since I've heard the test piece now... I think I need to hear it 5 or 6 times in a row on Saturday!
Laserbeam bass
18.10.2007, 13:55
With all the positive responses to the test I can't wait to hear it. It doesn't matter to me who plays No 1. I will get my thoughts about the piece from that, however it is interpreted. I will be listening to between 12 and 14 bands on Saturday, (Terrible fixation I have for tobacco) and will certainly be listening to my two local bands, as well as a host of others. I do like to hear the big names and If I catch a few of the other bands all the better.
Good luck to all bands, and may the best group of 28? musicians and a stick waggler win.
Right - all done, packed and ready (ish)
See you all in a bar somewhere if not at the Hall - Have a good one and Good Luck to ALL the bands competing.
stevetrom
19.10.2007, 00:30
Not going down this year, would have but I Rugby WCF (down the pub) won in the end !
Good luck to all those playing, will check for results when i am sober.
maestO_SO_musical
20.10.2007, 18:40
I haven't actually heard this but from what I have heard people saying to each other, it sounds fab!
Super Ph
21.10.2007, 12:19
I thought it would be awesome but I found that this piece was a bit of a disappointment after a few listens. Good to play though, and the best bands stood out.
Listening to all 20 would have been v. tough.
I thought it would be awesome but I found that this piece was a bit of a disappointment after a few listens. Good to play though, and the best bands stood out.
Listening to all 20 would have been v. tough.
Disagree about the piece one of the best a real test and enjoyed all the performances agreed with the result but felt dyke were fortunate to get fourth place but great contest
Please use this thread for discussing the test-piece only - the contest discussion thread is here (http://www.themouthpiece.com/vb/showthread.php?t=27152).
Thanks.
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