Columbus City Band

If you missed it, here’s a link to Beethoven (played by Jimmy Fallon) introducing the band on Saturday Night Live a few weeks ago.
One of my favorite lines: “Now let’s move over to the tuba, music’s answer to the fart … .”

And remember that band rehearsal resumes at 7 p.m. Monday at Central Middle School with Dick Parman at the helm. We’ll be preparing for our Feb. 12 Winter Concert.

Happy New Year to all, and see you next week!

CCB members,

Thank you for another successful Fall Season. The concert yesterday was very nice, and what a crowd! With the move back to the Commons for our Christmas Concert, I was a bit skeptical concerning audience size. It was huge. The staff brought in extra chairs, so we were in the 400+ neighborhood.

Jo and I want thank you for the bag of goodies and the card that Natalie passed on to us. With the Holidays arriving soon, the contents will be put to good use.

It is a real joy and privilege to work with the Columbus City Band. I know, at times, our work must seem pretty intense, but hopefully the good feelings following the performance make the hard work worth it. Such was the case with yesterday’s concert. Here we were with a radically different venue, altered setup, a bit cramped (still), and no chance to run through a selection, and you, the Band, brought forth another fine performance. All of our input from audience members was positive – balance good, no problem hearing all sections from anywhere in the house. Maybe, with additional negotiations, and a few tweaks on stage depth, we might revisit the Commons. Please let your board members know your observations, likes, and dislikes concerning possible performance venues.

Jo and I will be taking off for about three weeks starting Dec. 27. Returning for Jan. 23 rehearsal. Dick Parman has the conductor’s folder and is plotting his rehearsals for Jan. 2, 9, and 16. Here’s hoping you all have unseasonably warm temperatures while we’re gone.

Have a very Merry Christmas! Thank you for making the Season happier with your musical talents!

Steve

The Christmas Concert is this Sunday at the new Commons. Remember that we need to be prompt with set-up and tear-down.

• Loading: 12:30 p.m. from Central MS — please help!
  In seats: 1:30 p.m.
  Concert begins: 2 p.m.
  Reload: Afterward, please help reload the truck and unload at the school

Holiday/winter attire

• Men: Black pants, jackets, socks and shoes with white shirt and festive ties or other seasonal fashion accessories
• Women: Black pants/skirts, hose/socks/tights and shoes with festive tops, tights or other festive flair

The Commons is at 300 W. Washington St. in downtown Columbus. Recommended parking is in the new parking garage.