BAND NOTES.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 7232, 19 October 1901, Page 6

BAND NOTES.

Besson and Co.'s output of ba,nd instruments is still on the increase. One of their latest set was supplied to H.H. the Maharajah of G-aekwar of B-arodw. Lteutena.nt Herd left per Talune on Saturday to act as musical judge at the Balbaa-at contest. Wellington Garrison Band is not at a standstill, for " Screw-gun " states that the usual practices are maintained. To-morrow morning (Sunuay) th.c Garrison Band will play the Linwoo-d Rifles to and, from Avon side "Church, where the latter will hold its annual church parade. The massed band parade to Hagley Park on Sunday afternoon proved a great attraction, but the financial support was anything hut encouraging, only £6 3s 9d being taken at the gates. It is to be Wped that the public will respond more freely on the next occasion, Nov. 10. I would like to remind binds thuit intend competing in the quickstep competition that theentries close, «i;d list of members must bo in, before Oct. 30. At the impending Ballarait contest tbe old system of judging will be superseded by what is known as the "RamMer system." For many months the columns of the " Australian Bandsman " tare Wen the battle ground, and, thanks to the energetic editor's able advocacy, the e.?w order prevails. The ultimate success of t-hs above style is confidently looked for, and tbs tabulation when it appears will be a revelation to the old sohiool. It is a victory for th© Bathuret journal, and an© which the editor, Mr Gartrell, merits hearty congratulations on. | THE MUNICIPAL CONCERT. i Genial weather favoured our Garrison. [ Band's second appearance, and the public again attended in strong force. The success of the above concerts is apparent, and the attraction, of the Christchiu-ch Garrison Band is clearly irresistible. The opening was not such an ambitious one as on Thursday week last, but Hall's favourite " American" Cadets " march always pleases, especially when so well played. The addition of the stringed bass was immediately noticeable. Bandsman Woods's telling bass work was a delightful acquisition, and for once there was ample. In instrumentation there was a slight difference from last concert, nevertheless, there was a good band, one which it was a treat to hear. Tie various items also were happily selected. Hamilton Gray's euphonium solo, "Heavenly Song," is worthy of frequent playing, and Round's composition on eld Erglish mekdies was admirably suited, both for the players nod listeners. A {serenade, "Summer .Night" (Sutton) belongs to the same order as Ripley's pretty brace., viz., " The Soldier's Dream " and " Pleasant Dreams." each an established favourite. Kling's fantaria, "In The Cathedral," never stales, and therein the beauties of the reed, brass and string combination were well demonstrated. In certain points, notably the bas>», there was a decided improvement, and the E flat soprano parts enhanced lihe evening's works. Owing to the absence of Deputy-Bandmaster Tankard, the lead fell on young shoulders, but the ', creditable form *ho\n\ by Banfoman Fox proves that he is a risipg player. The whole of- tlie music was well played, each item was choice, there .was no harshness in tone, and generally the concert was much appreciated by the large concourse of persons listening. Every bandsmen was in uniform, punctuality was observed, and once again Vhe Cbristchurch Garrison Band shaved its right to be rated as the premier military band within the colony. What marred the evening's music was the intolerable noise made by children, allowed to romp without let or hindrance. This isa reproach to the city, and should be stopped in the future. The pleasures of a large portion of the public are sacrificed, an dtbe police might fit least ensure decent cvrder.