Parkes Shire Concert Band (PSCB) thanks Liz MacRaild for her music friendship and great committee work over the past eight years of her membership.
Liz started playing the oboe about 15 years ago when she was in her 50s. She was inspired by spending time around Orange Regional Conservatorium (ORC) while her daughter Bron was learning and playing bassoon and tenor sax in orchestras and big bands.
When she saw other adult learners playing, she thought she would give it a go too. Liz had never played any instrument at school, and couldn’t read music when she started. She found there was a lot to learn but it was great fun. She enjoyed three years playing with ORC.
Liz joined PSCB not long after moving from Orange eight years ago. She found it was a great way to be able to get to know the community. She was involved in three shows with the Parkes M&D, and the Lachlan Community Orchestra. Liz said she always enjoyed the outside performances.
PSCB rehearses Tuesdays during school term at 6:30pm (learners), and 7-9pm (band) at the Music Room above the Parkes Pool.