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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2008-06-04, Page 9Wednesday, June 4, 2008 Times–Advocate 9 SHDHS musicians on national stage EXETER — Only the best of the best musicians are invited to repre- sent Ontario at the National MusicFest in Ottawa and three South Huron District High School ensembles competed at the national level May 13 to May 17 and brought home several honours. SHDHS music director Isaac Moore said that to have three of their ensembles qualify for such an excur- sion is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the music students at South Huron. Bringing home gold was the per- cussion ensemble while the wind ensemble won silver and the senior concert band captured bronze. Moore said the wind ensemble performed first, and because of their emotional, technical and exciting playing, were awarded the silver standing. "A silver award is a very difficult thing to attain at the national level, and the Wind Ensemble should be very proud of this accomplishment," said Moore. The senior concert band played next, and Moore said they played well. "A few technical and musical issues kept this group from achiev- ing the few extra points they needed to achieve the silver, and were awarded a very high bronze stan- dard. The group should be very ger Gaiser "11 Kneale Ins. Broker Inc. EXETER - 235-2420 GRAND BEND - 238-8484 CLINTON - 482-3401 i Business Directory REPAIRS Sewing Machine REPAIRS TO ALL MAKES Free estimates 90 day Warranty Experienced since 7952 Sew and Save Centre Ltd. 149 Downie St., Stratford Phone 271-9660 advertisers. . pay bgphone We gladly accept payment for your account by Visa or Mastercard. call 519-235-1331 Sue Rollings today. TIMES -ADVOCATE proud of how they played that after- noon, as there were some of the greatest musical moments of the trip experienced that day. "The next day, our percussion ensemble performed a very late spot on the National Arts Centre's stage. The energy and musicianship shown from this group was nothing short of mind-blowing, and these musicians found a rhythm and a stride that inarguably led to one of their great- est performances to date. The adju- dicators responded, awarding this group the highest recognition they have available, and one that is only reserved for the best around: gold." Outside of the competition, Moore said there were performances by the school's white jazz combo at a din- ner for hundreds of Musicfest partic- ipants. Also impressive, according to Moore was to experience the National Concert Band, a group that SHDHS student Carly Schroeder was invited to play with. "Carly was one of a very select few students from all across Canada who were invited to play with this prestigious group of young musicians. Our students stayed to witness Carly's perfor- mance with this group, and we were all very impressed with their techni- cal and musical abilities as a group. Congratulations Carly for achieving this great honour." Talented musicians — From May 13 to May 17, the South Huron District High School senior concert band, wind ensemble and percussion ensemble (above) competed in Ottawa at the MusicFest nationals with the senior band bringing home gold while the wind ensemble claimed a silver medal. Below is the senior concert band. (photos/submitted) 2008-09 Lioness executive New executive — Members of the 2008-09 Exeter Lioness executive gathered for a photo May 26. Pictured in front from left are treasurer Cathy Cade, secretary Nancy Rader, president Nancy Rooth, past -president Sally Lou Raymond and first vice-president Marie Nethercott; in back from left are third director Audrey Zachar, second year director Mary Lou Becker, first year director Liz Bell, tail twister Linda Marsden, bulletin editor Lossy Fuller, Lioness tamer Lorna Stuart, second vice-president Judy McLeod, third vice-president Jackie Masse and district Lion governor Bill Carson. (photo/Scott Nixon) Stuck in a ()* Search Rut! Get the knowledge you need to be competitive in your job search. Attend a FREE Workshop in... Resume Preparation Interview Techniques Job Search Strategies Call your local Centre For Employment and Learning. Exeter 519-235-0471 EMPLOYMENT Employment Ontario Programs are funded ONTARIOin port by the Government of Canada KLOMP'S LANDSCAPING INC. "From Blueprint to Greenscape" Professional Landscape .Services Landscape Designs Swimming Pools Hot tubs and Swim Spas Ponds and Water Features Patios, Walkways and Driveways Retaining Walls Decks, Fences and Pergolas Irrigation and Night lighting Phone: 519-284-0254 Web: www.klomps.ca