The band has had a number of playing events over the past few weeks. At the end of November a fund raising night was held in the form of a Cafe Chantant. The band performed a number of pieces from ‘The Simpsons’ to more recent - original works, like ‘The Carnival Of The Insects’ and ‘The King Across The Water’ and music from the epic film ‘Gladiator’.
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A number of guests of the band also took part. Annan Town Band played two short spots, the school percussion group performed two pieces, guest drummer Andrew McNeil played a solo and Scott Smith played a xylophone solo. Thank you to all those who took part.
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Food for the concert was provided by parents and friends. A raffle was also held. Thanks to all who provided food and who donated prizes. A great evening was had by all and over £450 was raised.
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On Sunday 9th and 16th December the band performed at the Tartan Shop in Gretna Green. Playing seasonal music, the band entertained the shoppers and visitors to the area. The band makes its annual visit to Lydiafield on Wednesday 19th to play carols for the residents.
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After Christmas the band will be having more fund raising events. A Games Night is planned for the end of January and a duck race around Easter time. Watch the local press or return to the web site later for details.
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The band is the biggest ever for the Academy with 48 members. New players since the summer are Christopher Towers, David Broatch, Euan Duff, Alisdair Taylor, Rebecca Carroll, Kelly Wharton, Dannielle Donnolly, Ashley Broatch, Natalaigh Taylor and Devon Rae from Gretna Primary. This is good news for the future of the band.
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