Double Reeds

SYF 2011

2011-03-24T23:25:00.001+08:00

Dear section,
SYF is coming. 11 APRIL is coming. THE TENSION IS HERE!
You guys are all inside the SYF as main players. Work hard, prove me that you can do better than what you are now because i know you can.

Practices:
29/3/11: 2.30 to 6
1/4/11: 1 to 6
2/4/11: 1 to 6
5/4/11: 2.30 to 6
8/4/11: 1 to 6

Look at the number of band practices we have now. Its only 5 left.
How many hours left? If you just depend on the practices, you'll definitely have insufficient time.
Start thinking about your tone, pulsing, feelings. PLAY WITH FEELINGS. We are humans! And all humans have feelings!

Also:
You are to come back on every monday from 2 to 5pm, and wednesday from 3 to 4pm. It is the only time where you can sectionals and work on your mistakes! And focus when you are sectionaling. Do not be distracted, if not it will be pointless and time consuming.
Also, tuesday & thursday morning sectionals from 7am.

THANKS.

JIAYOU GUYS! YOU CAN DO IT!

YOUR SL
WANXIN

Farewell.

2010-12-17T22:54:00.001+08:00

Hey Doublereeds section! (: Hope this is not too late but I just wanna dedicate one last post for you guys before I officially leave.

In alphabetical order:

Chelsea: My first oboe junior! (: Still remember the first time you held your oboe? Yeah, you've really grown so much! To be honest, you're a really independent learner because I didn't teach you much when you just entered DR section. For that, I'm really sorry! Nevertheless, you still manage to learn by yourself and become who you are today. (: Believe in yourself and continue striving because you HAVE the potential in you! Be daring to show people what you've got, okay? I would really miss hiding Wanxin's things with you during combined band and laughing at lame stuffs.. ): You've been a really fun junior!

Kahonn: The guy who likes to say "Hello!". When I see your name, it reminds me of heart shapes, LOL! Okay okay. I still remember the buddha claps you did on our way for lunch during band. Haha! Good old times.. Hmm, after Wanxin step down next year (Which is really soon), you'll be the main bassoonist already so do start bucking up okay! You're a really fast learner like zoom! Keep striving for the better horrrrrr! There's still a long way for you to go and much more challenges for you to deal with. You'll have your very own juniors very soon and it'll be your turn to teach them just like how the seniors taught you! Keep going!

Kim: The newest member of Doublereeds section! If I'm not wrong, I'm the first person to teach you how to play the oboe right? (: Old already, so my memory is failing me. Haha. From then, you've really improve and do continue working hard! Play more long tones, which I think is what you need the most right now. I can gurantee that you would improve after practicing your long tones! You too, together with Kahonn will have your own juniors really soon. I'm glad that you're deteremined to be a good player and I can sense it keep this determination and allow yourself to grow even further! You'll be amazed by much you can do, by yourself. Jiayou, my dearest oboe junior! (:

Wanxin: Evening starrrrrrrr! I still remembered that you sent me this super long message on promotion day and I seriously cried after I read it. Not forgetting the one you sent me after band camp too. All those messages will be locked in my mind forever. (: As the SL of DR section, you're doing fine and I really like that you're focused on your goals! Bring the section to an even higher standard, I'm sure you can do it! Keep pushing and motivating them because they really need you to nag at them constantly. It's just in DR-ians blood. Haha. Anyway, it's so easy to steal your things leh! Me and Chelsea have advanced level skills in stealing your things. Hahaha. (: Ohyah, anyway, your '-.-' photo is still in my phone. HAHA. And I will really miss your blurness in the section.

Yes, we're from different sections before we got into DoubleReeds section. And although we're from various sections before we came in, our bonds still remained strong and I'll never forget you guys for all the memories! Thank you so much. I was hardly around last year but I'm so glad you guys are understanding and are independent on your own. A pat on your shoulder for that. - Pat Pat- Haha. DoubleReeds section gave us an opportunity to know each other and I cherish the opportunity given to me. Keep growing, guys! I see the potential shining out from all of you (Ohhh, so bright!) so no matter how tough things could be, don't ever give up! Although I might not be with you guys anymore, my moral support will forever stay within the section. Will try to come back as frequently as possible to visit. I hope I would see the section at a even higher standard the next time I come back. I love you guys and I mean it.

ZOEY.

2010-11-21T00:00:00.000+08:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JESMOND(yesterday) AND CHELSEA(today)! :D

2010-11-12T00:17:00.004+08:00

I know it is super late but... a very very very belated happy birthday to Haohan, Zoey, Erwin, Vanessa and Daizhen! :D

Nov/Dec Holiday Schedule (incase you don't know or forgot):

Day: Date:Time:
Friday 29/10/10 11.15am-1.45pm
Tuesday 2/11/10 10.15am-1.15pm
Wednesday 3/11/10 10.15am-1.00pm
Monday 8/11/10 10.15-1.15
Friday 12/11/10 9.45am-1.45pm
Tuesday 16/11/10 11am-6pm
Tuesday 23/11/10 8am-6pm
Friday 26/11/10 8am-6pm
Tuesday 30/11/10 8am-6pm
Friday 3/12/10 8am-6pm
Tuesday 7/12/10 8am-6pm
Thursday 9/12/10 (REPORT AT 8am->Why? Cuz its AWESOME BAND CAMP!)
Friday 10/12/10 -band camp:)
Saturday 11/12/10 (DISMISS AT 9pm) } Band camp/Parents Night!
Tuesday 28/12/10 8am-6pm

Kindly come for all band practices:)

That's all. Btw, SYF'11 is coming so PREPARE TO PULL YOUR SOCKS UP!

ps: kahonn says he will CONFIRM come for every 8-6 band prac!

Time to BUCK up!

2010-08-03T22:22:00.003+08:00

Hello! Does anyone still read this blog? If you are reading this please go and tag something, the blog really seems dead. Your tag will be deeply appreciated.

SIBF is OVER! Now we have the National Day Performance and ALL of you are going to participate in it. Have you packed your files yet?? If haven't please go and pack. You have until TOMORROW to pack! You do not need me to remind you again and again and again and again!!!!
If you still do not know the Repetoire, please visit the band blog :D

Anyway there is compulsory BAND PRACTICES on:
THURSDAY 5th Aug (3pm to 6pm)
FRIDAY 6th Aug(11am to 6pm)
SATURDAY 7th Aug(8am to 2pm)
I know it's really a lot and very last minute, but please try to come back alright cause we have to work on our NDP songs! I will appreciate every single one of your efforts! :)

Please remember to visit this blog more often!!

by your nice SL.

2010-06-10T17:44:00.007+08:00

Hello section! SIBF Rehearsal is coming very soon (14th June), and I hope you guys are prepared for it. Although it is just a rehearsal, please make full use of it as it is the only chance to hear how you'll actually sound like in SIBF.

Anyway, please be reminded to:

1) Bring 2 extra seasoned reeds for the rehearsal.

2) Make sure that your attire is PERFECT.
Attire = Full school uniform (Including collar pin and school tie)
-No ankle socks

-Fringes must be clipped up.

3) Report at 7.15am sharp. Please be punctual.

And if you guys are still unsure about the dates for the holiday band practices, please visit the band blog. Thankyou ^^

Wanxin

Happy Birthday

2010-05-11T18:02:00.015+08:00

Happy 16th Birthday to

YANKIT!

2010-03-25T22:02:00.004+08:00

Hello, just going to remind you guys some stuff.

1. Band Fund
Please bring $1 the next band practice and pass it to me if you haven't! It will be the deadline for the band fund, so DO NOT forget to bring. If not, the treasurer will hunt you :)

2. Auditions
There will be auditions for speech day; Songs are Fanfare of the Wakakusa Hill, Majulah Singapura and The Silver Gazebo. It will be next week probably. And one person from each level from the section will be choosen as soloist to play something during Parents' Night! (Band will vote for the soloist they like most and the most voted one will be playing)

3. Sectionals / S.I.
Please come back for sectionals. It is not a compulsory thing, you don't have to come for the whole day, an hour will do, just to clear up your mistakes and things that you're not sure of.

4. Goals/targets
Set your targets or goals before band practice, write it in your notebook or something, so that you will have something to achieve in band and won't feel so bored or aimless. And please make it realistic and achievable.

5. Attire
Make sure that your attire is good! Remember to tuck in your shirt at all times. So far, i think our section attire is okay, so keep up the good work! :)

Even though the SIBF song has been changed, it doesn't mean you guys can slack anymore. It is time to work harder! I strongly believe that you guys have the potential to be the best players in the band. You can do it.
Do not procrastinate anymore. The time is now.

Wanxin.

2010-03-18T23:28:00.000+08:00

hello, this post is to welcome Kah Onn, the new DR member!

credits to: Jesmond/Facebook.

Hope you will enjoy being in DR section! (:

Goooooooooo DR!

2010-02-21T22:53:00.004+08:00

Hello DR section! Here to update the blog!

SIBF is coming soon, we only left about 42 practices. Although it may seem a lot, but it is actually VERY little. And the auditions are THIS week! So you guys must work super damn hard,aim to get the highest score in the band! Reminder: the tutor will also be coming this wednesday, so make yourselves free.

Eagle Bend:
- Rhythm: You guys should know the rhythm VERY clearly by now. If you don't know, use the tuner(metronome) to help you. Or ask someone that know the rhythm to sing to you.
- Articulations: Please add the articulations to the notes! Do not play straight, it will not sound nice.
- Dynamics: Know when to play what dynamic. Balance with other instruments, tone down or play louder when necessary.
- Work on your solos as well, put feelings into it.

Also, remember to pack your files,according to alphabetical order in the repertoire.
Thats all i want to say :)

Lastly,
GOOOOOOOO DoubleReeds!

Wanxin

Learn from mistakes.

2010-01-30T12:33:00.006+08:00

Hey DoubleReed members!
Why aren't there blog updates and tags? ):
I do hope to see more updates and tags after my post alright. (:
Anyway, that's not the main purpose for today's post.
What I want to say is that, we, doublereed section can do better than
what we are doing now!
We shall not be staying at the same spot but instead, move on and
improve even more, especially when SIBF is coming in a few months time.
It might seem as if there is still so much time left,
but after calculating the number of practices till then,
we do not have so much time as it seem to be.

To Chelsea and Wanxin:
You're doublereed section's future hope and glory!
I know you guys might be feeling really stressed up and pressurized
because of the solos in 'Eagle Bend'.
Do take it one step at a time, you guys are actually doing fine.
But both of you have to put in more effort and hardwork to
do your score study at home and come back for sectionals to practice.
There's so many things you guys can practice on and I don't see anyone
of you circling your scores or putting in small notes like: Beware of tuning,
take note of change of key or play out the melody.
I'm really glad you guys took my advice when I told both of you something.
I'm seriously really glad. (: So could you make me and Jesmond even
glader (LOL) by practicing harder and putting in more effort?
And I want both of you to fight off something, which is fear!
The seniors would not be with you all the time so you have to
pluck up your courage and play out, especially during combined band.
NO MORE MOUSEY NOTES! (Your motto, haha)
And now, I would like to share this really short story
which could bring out what I am trying to say.

Thomas Edison tried two thousand different materials in search of a filament for the light bulb. When none worked satisfactorily, his assistant complained, "All our work is in vain. We have learned nothing." Edison replied very confidently, "Oh, we have come a long way and we have learned a lot.
We now that there are two thousand elements which we cannot use to make a good light bulb."

If you never try, you will never know.
So do you want to be Thomas Edison or his assistant?
Mistakes are more than mistakes, it can be your learning experience too.
Take everything positively and try your very best!
Jesmond and I are always behind you guys, supporting both of you. (:

Zoey.

2010-01-10T01:02:00.000+08:00

Section (christmas presents)'s photo!

ADVERTISMENT
support SP's concert! :D

Repertoire for the night :
Light Calvary
La Forza Del Destino
Carmen Fantasie (featuring flute solo)
Star Wars Trilogy
Elisabeth
West Side Story
Andrew Lyod Webber : A Concert Celebration
Tickets at $15 each
18Jan,7.30pm @ Esplanade

do support!
thanks thanks!

vanessa.

SP Concert!

2010-01-09T01:09:00.001+08:00

Hey DR! Vanessa will be having a concert, Musical Delight XXXIII, on 18th January 2010, which is on a Monday. She had been such a WONDERFUL senior to us for the past few years, we must of course try to support her, right?! :D We can also learn from the SP band's playing, and we can improve ourselves! Isn't that wonderful?! Tickets will be selling at $15 each. Venue will be at Esplanade Concert Hall, which is the same venue as the place we went for Jacob de Haan's concert. The concert will start at 7.30pm. Please try to go, as great concerts come by once in a blue moon. And I really really hope all of you can make it! That's all for now! :]

Jesmond

Happy 2010!

2010-01-03T00:58:00.001+08:00

Hey DR! Happy 2010! Wishing you all a better year ahead! (:

Work hard!

2009-12-10T01:54:00.002+08:00

Hey DR! It's been quite long since I actually posted. So yeah, specially here to motivate you people! =D As you know, there is a very high chance that we'll be performing at next year's SIBF(Singapore International Band Festival). The standard is high, so we all have to buck up! Especially the sec 2s! Imagine, next year, if Zoey and I cannot make it for the performance, there's only left you 2! And maybe the newly joined DR. You all will have to be independent from now on! Don't always depend on us! We are stepping down in a few months' time, and there's only 2 of you left. So you guys must really work hard! Don't only aim for the centre, try to aim for the top! If you have higher goals, you can improve alot more! Even if you fail, don't be discouraged, cause it's not like the end of the world right? So always keep trying, don't be afraid of failing!
Also, remember to do your score study, as it is plenty important. You don't go to school without your homework done right? So it's the same concept for band, we need to score study at home, so that when we have band practice, we can have more time on other programmes other than score studying. So remember to score study Eagle Bend, The Fanfare of Wakakusa Hill, Postcard from Singapore. And also, try your best to memorize The Fanfare of Wakakusa Hill. Do your best in score studying, and treat them very seriously, I repeat, very seriously. I can see if you did your serious score studies at home once the next band practice starts. So, if you didn't do them properly, prepare for the consequences.
Now, about the band outing on 21st Dec, it'll be held at ECP (East Coast Park). Meeting place will be at the phone booth area at Bedok Interchange at 1.15pm. It will start on 1.15pm and end approximately on 8.30pm. If you are coming later or have to leave earlier on the day itself, please text a message to any of the leaders by 18 Dec, you will be allowed to leave if you have a valid reason. As for BBQ pit number, please refer to the band blog. Attire for band outing will be either section tee or dark-coloured tee. For the outing, you'll have to pay $5 to me by 18 Dec. Any difficulties in payment, text me a message personally.
Guys, you all must be determined to do well, really. And Sec 2s, its really time to wake up. Please really really work hard at home, in terms of score study or practicing your instruments. Please practice the scales oboe tutor taught us. If you don't learn and implement it, it'll be futile. So, play hard and work hard during the holidays! Relax while you play the instrument, don't get tensed up so easily, it'll affect the tuning. Make sure your embrouchure doesn't change. You can look at the mirror while you play, to find out that if you did or did not change your embrouchure. Well, that's almost all to it. Remember to drink lots of water and take care of yourselves! Bon voyage to those who are travelling overseas during the holidays! Bye.
Jesmond

2009-12-04T22:16:00.000+08:00

PHOTOS OF THE DAY:

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Taken on 24/3/2009:

Taken on 4/12/2009:

See the great difference? Haha. (:

Zoey.

2009-11-27T20:55:00.002+08:00

An oboe group picture from the Kent Ride band exchange!

2009-11-21T16:16:00.012+08:00

Happy Birthday Chelsea!

mother's birthday

2009-11-20T23:08:00.000+08:00

Happy 15th Birthday!~!~!

[by wx]

Happy belated birthday Daizhen!

2009-11-10T16:37:00.003+08:00

Doublereeds section would like to wish Daizhen a happy belated birthday!

Opps, sorry for not being on time, haha.

But still, hope that you receive lots of wishes and presents!

Do come back to Damai more often. (:
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And also, please do your individual score-study, deep breathing at home
when you're free. (I'm sure you are since it's the holidays now, haha)
More difficult pieces will be coming in so do be prepared and do some
self preparation at home before you come for band practice.
It will really make a significant difference. (:
For example: Lesser wrong notes, correct key signature etc.
And also, do update the section blog regularly and tag more.
See you guys on thursday!

Zoey.

Happy 17th birthday Vanessa!

2009-10-23T19:45:00.003+08:00

Doublereeds section would like to wish Vanessa a happy 17th birthday!

Hope that you had an enjoyable birthday this year. (:

When you're still around in Damai last time,

we really had lots of fun together.

(Eg: Playing the jiji zhazha game during sectionals, haha!)

You're really patient last time and we would like to thank you for teaching us!

Do come back to Damai more often!

And lastly, hope that you're enjoying life now, haha. :D

PS: Hope that you won't mind me posting this photo. (:

Happy Birthday, Wanxin!

2009-10-12T09:09:00.000+08:00

Happy 14th Birthday to Wanxin! :D

Sorry for the poor editing! :D but still, best wishes and good luck for your exam and everything!

2009-10-10T17:23:00.001+08:00

Firstly,

HAPPY 15TH BIRTHDAY TO ERWIN!

Although you're not in Doublereeds section anymore,

we would still like to wish you a happy 15th birthday!

Hope you're enjoying life in trumpet section. (:

Best wishes and good luck in everything you do!

But never ever forget the times when you're with DoubleReeds, haha.

And lastly, 2 more days to somebody's birthday! (:

2009-09-20T23:19:00.000+08:00

HALLO!! [DR] :D
Zoey, Your solo very nice sia!!! better than mine liao sia, hahas! like i play until very good ~.~ hahas! Chealsea must play like zoey like that hor:D :D you cann de, hahas! nothing to say liao hahas! just want to say zoey solo very good hahas! and and nothing to do go youtube type Extreme CREW !! WA super dope sia!! hahas!
HAOHAN:D

2009-09-18T21:06:00.000+08:00

Hi DR! Yay, we won the best section award for today! WOOOOOO! And the reward was a cadbury chocolate which has 40 pieces inside! Isn't it cool? :D now that band will be stepping down for some time, and all of you have brought home your instruments, you all should try to practice when feeling bored or too free. We must try to achieve our own goals! Although it's hard, but we'll never know the outcome until we persevere and continue trying! So jiayou on everything you do, be it in terms of studies or music! Okay, shall disappear for now, bye! :D
Jesmond

2009-09-13T09:15:00.000+08:00

Hey DR! I'm here to post officially. I know you all are doing fine now, but we still have to clear that barrier, called "tuning". We wouldn't want to be called "adding shit to the music" right? So please try to stay back during sectionals and practice together, just like how the tutor taught us. Okay, I don't know what else to type for now. Haha, i shall end my post here! (:
Jesmond

2009-09-10T19:58:00.002+08:00

Hey DR members!
As all of you know, the solo concert is tomorrow and
I hope that all of you have been putting in effort and hardwork for it!
Shall wish all of you good luck and do not be afraid to show the band
what you've been practicing for the last few weeks. (:
Do try your very best and as long as you put in all your hardwork
and effort, everybody would be able to see it.
It would be a great experience for everyone of you and do take this
opportunity to get a feel of how is it like to play a ''solo''.
Stay calm and always remember that doublereeds section will
be there for you. Good luck and 加油！

Zoey.

2009-09-05T22:56:00.000+08:00

HALLO! [DR] :D
BTW this is My first time do this type of blog blog thing~ hahas!
So chelsea and wan xin update also la :D hahas!
don know what to say~ errr,
Be A Fan of BBOY PINK and DHE ILLUSION SOUL and DOUBLE REED SECTION :D

Hahas! errr, ohya and JABBAWOCKEEZ!!! nothing to do go youtube type jabbawockeez! hahas!
they rocks~ err, don know what to say liao, HAHAS!

{DR} & {IS} PINK! Forever:D

Haohan~

2009-08-30T20:18:00.000+08:00

yaw!

chelsea & wanxin update something leh!
haven't seen you all tagging/uploading/updating anything yet.
just anyhow add something will do!
like :
i think mother needs to go for rebonding again.:D
OR i have an act cute SL.

boo to mother!

okay. section bbq at vanessa's house.

Date/day : 6th sept / sunday.
Time : most likely from about 2 or 3
anyone can't make it?

ohyes. you all can bring along your homework to do or something cos i think you all will most likely slack during hols. so yeah. section-do-homework day like the previous sect bbq :)
and i'll enjoy seeing you all do homework with daizhen. yay.

tag on the tagboard to suggest stuff to do yah!
byee!

vanessa

2009-08-29T22:11:00.001+08:00

Hey DR members!

Hmm, it has been quite some time since somebody updated the blog.

- Stares at Mother- Haha!

Anyway, there will only be band practice on next friday

so please do self-practice at home.

Remember to score study your scores too,

especially 'Let's Swing' since it is a new piece for us.

If you got any questions, feel free to ask your dear SL, mother

and if you're free, do go to youtube and search for 'Let's Swing'.

This allows you to have the feel of the song.

So, do not be lazy and start working hard! (Hint, Hint)

And I can't wait for the DR section outing!

Lastly, to end off the post with this:

Hope it brightens up your day!

Zoey.

2009-08-19T09:43:00.002+08:00

since i uploaded mini mother and yankit the last time,
i decided to upload mini zoey,haohan and erwin too!

hahahha!

2009-08-17T21:15:00.001+08:00

im pretty sure the turn head thing is by haohan.

cos i see history repeating...

2008 zoo outing

SEEEEE!

vanessa

Thanks!

2009-08-16T21:29:00.014+08:00

Firstly, I want to thank all the DR members/ex-members for
the birthday wishes and pink bunny (Wait, is it a bunny? Haha.)
Really appreciate all of them! I really had fun today. (:
Secondly, I shall upload all the photos we have taken today.
Erm, maybe not all because some of the photos are not with me.
Haha, but still do enjoy! (:

Starting off with the current Doublereeds SL!

And then, the ex Doublereeds SL!

Some funny photos ahead:

Now, the individual photos. (Take note of the numbers we're showing)

One!

Two!

Three!

Four!

Five!

And some photos of Haohan, HAHA.

Lastly, as a section!

(We tricked Yankit, HAHA)

That's all!
Ps: Jesmond, I never upload your 五连拍, haha!

Zoey. (:

2009-08-16T01:03:00.006+08:00

HELLLOOOO!

yay! its my first entry in doublereeds blog.
ehhh! everyone contribute some interesting stuff to this blog leh.
OI! MOTHER! (rolls eyes)

everyone please bully mother! :D

so anyway,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZOEY :D

some ancient photos to share since i never had a chance to post it anywhere.

big them

mini mother and yankit.
HAHAHAH!

okay. i really miss you crazy people luh.
those times where mother and yankit wouldn't stop playing super mario >.<
where you all practiced solos together and all.
awwww! and i miss piglet (thebox) too!
thank god for something called section outing.
hahahahaha! someone plan it please!

RANDOM
P/S : wish me good luck on monday
(cos my exam starts on monday)

ok! byee people!

vanessa

2009-08-16T00:01:00.000+08:00

Happy 15th birthday Zoey! :]

Super Mario Bassoon Quartet

2009-08-13T20:16:00.001+08:00

Hey DR members, I'm here to post a video.
(This video is Jesmond's favourite last time, err, maybe now still?)
Hahaha, hope all of you enjoy this video!

Lately, a lot of people are falling sick so do take care of yourself. (:
Drink more water, exercise more and breathe in more fresh air.
Air is free! (In case you don't know, LOL)
Cya tomorrow in band!

- You know who -

Start of a new blog!

2009-08-08T23:05:00.001+08:00

Yay, we finally got a section blog!
Words have been put into actions, like finally, haha. (:
Double Reeds members, do visit this blog regularly
so as to check the updates regarding band.
Also, we must not allow this blog to be dead and collect dust.
At least 1 post per week! Anyone in the section can post.
Everybody, do remember to leave a tag before leaving.
It's appreciated! Ohyah, I suddenly realise that the date
whereby we create this blog is 8/8, nice number. (: (LAME)
Okay, I guess that's all. Just a short post to start with.
Nights people!

- Oboist 'Z'