The front page of “The Music Stand” where PSCB feature with their winning photo of them leading the local Christmas Parade. The PSCB performing Christmas Carols at Southern Cross Village with the beautiful Mia dancing.
Parkes Shire Concert Band members were thrilled when they were chosen to feature on the cover of “The Music Stand”, a publication produced by the NSW Band Association. Their purpose is to connect and communicate with bands across NSW.
Club member Elly Tom said of the honour, “It was amazing to win the Christmas Cover competition, mainly because we are such a small band in number, though dedicated in commitment. I thought a larger band photo would be more appealing. The win was a great boost as we make a huge voluntary commitment to the band to play at community events.”
Christmas and Elvis was a busy time for the PSCB, their next community event will be on 20 February at the Anglican Church, then during March, April and May at Homegrown, ANZAC Day, and some members will attend a Riverina Con workshop and concert. The club also looks forward to playing Mothers Day at the Southern Cross Village fete.
This year will mark the Parkes Shire Concert Band’s 30th Anniversary as a Concert Band, inclusive of woodwind, strings, and keyboard etc. Prior to 1995 we were the Parkes Brass Band, originating in the 1890s. Stay tuned for the celebratory 25 July weekend workshops and concerts with many previous members returning. If you used to play with the band, please contact Duncan 0438 678 916.
The PSCB recently played for the Southern Cross residents at Christmas and during Elvis. “We do look forward to playing at Southern Cross, it’s always a highlight for us. The residents are very appreciative, as they can not easily attend the community events we play at. With us visiting them, they feel part of the community,” said PSCB member Elly Tom.