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Band Performs at Liedertafel Concert
A delighted Saturday afternoon audience were treated to a half hour program of music which included Invercargill, Unchained Melody, The Lincolnshire Poacher, Spartacus and Walkabout. The band were engaged as a support act to a combined concert by the Hahndorf Liedertafel and the Tanunda Liedertafel, held in the Hahndorf Institute Hall on September 21st 2008.
Passing of Previous Band Member
Long time band members were saddened to hear of the sudden loss of previous member and treasurer Jerry Grootenboer, who died suddenly at age 78 on Saturday September 13th 2008. Jerry is remembered for his jovial personality, his enthusiasm for the Hahndorf band and his dedication to continual improvement in his trombone playing. After moving residence to the south coast some years ago, Jerry had left the Hahndorf Town Band, but was a current playing member of Goolwa Band. Condolences are extended to wife Doris and family.
Bus Trip to Gawler
On Sunday 31st August, Band players enjoyed a bus trip to play at the 2008 Gawler Show, after organizers once again invited the Band to perform at South Australia’s largest two day show event.
Hahndorf Wins Hymn Contest
At the South Australian Band Association’s Band Championship contest held at Elder Hall on 16th August 2008, Hahndorf Town Band again found success against three other bands, in winning the C-grade Hymn Contest against three other bands. Hahndorf chose the favourite “I Know Thou Art Mine” (Ballantyne) to impress the judges. The Band’s total aggregate score for the Own Choice Test, Entertainment Piece and Hymn was only two points behind the overall section winner “Enfield Brass”. Guest conductor Sarah Bradley was delighted that on her last official engagement with the band, it should perform so well.
Festival Fever for 2008
After the Hahndorf Town Band’s own Festival in May 2008, guest conductor Sarah Bradley led the Band’s participation in two of the districts other band festivals, namely the Adelaide Hills Band Festival held on July 29th at Lobethal, and the Strathalbyn Band Festival held over two weekends on the 3rd and 10th August. At both festivals, the band presented an entertaining segment of dance music from around the world!
Hahndorf Band Festival 2008
The Hahndorf Town Band, in collaboration with the South Australian Band Association (SABA), again hosted its Hahndorf Band Festival on Saturday the 10th May 2008. Historically, Hahndorf was once well known for hosting band contests. The modern event, now in its third year, is the major ‘entertainment’ contest for brass bands on the SABA calendar.
The Hahndorf Contest is a wonderful day on the banding calendar in South Australia. The event brings together the wonderful talents of our movement’s band members, soloists, and conductors for what is always a most memorable and enjoyable presentation- characterised by fun, fellowship, and friendliness, said SABA President Kevin Cameron.
Banding Community Mourns Loss of Clarrie Size
Former Hahndorf Town Band member for forty (40) years and Musical Director of the Hahndorf Junior Band for ten (10) years, Clarence (Clarrie) Size, died on 28th April 2008 aged 71 years after a long battle with cancer.
After Clarrie’s long association with the Hahndorf Band, he then went on to establish what is now known as the Adelaide Hills Concert Band. Clarrie, initially with his brother Robert (Bob) Size, and in later years with his sons Tim and Andrew, was well known in the banding community for his musical instrument repair business, ‘Size Music’.
Members of the Hahndorf Town Band extend their condolences to Clarrie’s family.
Band receives ANZAC Day Accolades
Hahndorf Town Band received welcome feedback recently after marching in the 2008 traditional ANZAC Day parade in Adelaide. After making a few phone calls, a war veteran who was marching near the Band sought us out specifically after the day, to pass on his enjoyment at our music choice and quality of playing. After participating in many marches, the caller “had never been so impressed” he said, and enquired after the name of the march and composer. The march selected was the classic ‘Slaidburn’ by William Rimmer!
Callington Primary School asks Band to Entertain at Centenary Celebrations
On Saturday the 5th April 2008, the Band enjoyed an afternoon of fine weather entertaining students past and present at the Callington Primary School. This was the last scheduled performance with guest conductor Brent Parry, and the Band used the occasion to thank him for maintaining rehearsals during the Band’s Musical Director vacancy, and wish him well for the future.
Band Performs at Mt Barker Show
The Band were delighted to once again perform at the Mount Barker Agricultural Show Society’s annual two day event. Appearing on the main stage on Saturday, 29th March 2008, the Band provided a selection of popular numbers over two sets to keep the crowd entertained. Under the direction of guest conductor Brent Parry, the band premiered his very own new arrangement of ‘Home Among the Gum Trees’.
Annual General Meeting 2008
At the band’s recent February AGM, members votes resulted in a change to our positions of Secretary and Musical Director. Thanks are extended to Donna Williams who continues in the role of Assistant Secretary, and also to Hal Hall, who despite only a relatively short period as Musical Director, contributed passionately to improving the musicianship of the players.
Awards Night 2007
Hahndorf Town Band again hosted its annual Awards Night on Monday 10th December 2007, following a Christmas Concert presented by the Youth Band to delighted residents of St Paul’s Lutheran Homes Hahndorf.
Ellen Clayton from the Youth Band won the memorial ‘Anthony Havreluck’ Encouragement Trophy, and Laurel Milner was awarded the 2007 Band person of the Year. President Greg Francis particularly acknowledged Laurel’s contribution as the Band’s Property Officer, and her positive attitude and willingness to always assist and help the team whenever she was able!
Members young and old enjoyed the social evening to mark the end of another busy year for the Hahndorf Town Band
Retired Band member turns 90 Years Old!
Retired Band member Leonard (Lenny) Schneemilch celebrated his 90th birthday at the Hahndorf Band Hall on Sunday 28th October 2007, enjoying a pleasant afternoon with family and friends. Lenny joined the Band on the 15th November 1934 at the age of 17, and has been a stalwart of the Band even since his retirement in the 1980’s, having travelled with the Band to the Ballarat Band Competitions in 2004, and actively participating in the Band’s 80th Anniversary celebrations in 2006.
The Band Hall served as a fitting venue for the celebration, as various photos and displays reminded attendees of Len’s dedication to the Band over many, many years.
The current members thank Len for his part in the Hahndorf Banding legacy we now enjoy, and extend their congratulations on achieving this milestone, and best wishes for the future.
Youth Band Performs at Anniversary Celebrations
Junior members of the Hahndorf Town Band delighted an appreciative audience on the Sunday afternoon of October 14th 2007, as the Hahndorf Institute celebrated the 50th anniversary of its main hall construction. With solos performed by young Patrick Eustace and Paul Brand, the band filled the Institute hall with renditions of "The Spook", "Royal Fireworks", "Boogie Blues" and "Royal Crown March". Members of the audience were thrilled by the youngster’s performance. Well done to the Hahndorf Youth Band and all the junior performers.
Band Features at Inaugural 2007 ‘Oktoberfest’
The Hahndorf Town Band provided the feature entertainment over each of the 3 days of the inaugural ‘Oktoberfest’, which was organised in conjunction with the German Arms Hotel. Presenting a program of ever popular German oompah music on each of the days of this October long weekend provided a very significant challenge to the band, and served as a testimony of player dedication and loyalty. Many thanks must go to the players, supporters and friends who helped make this possible.
Organizers were delighted with the initial response to the event, which is sure to become a regular feature of the community calendar.
On Show at Gawler Show
Hahndorf Town Band travelled for the first time to the Gawler Show on Saturday 1st September 2007, to add to the entertainment of the thousands in attendance. Playing to a passing crowd and under the direction of new conductor Hal Hall, the band drew many onlookers to a standstill as lots of the old favourite tunes were heard, including the ‘Birdie Dance’ which was choreographed by our own Mary Westley and Donna Williams. Attending the show was a first for many of the Hahndorf players, and we trust it will not be the last.
Nonsense and Mayhem at the Strathalbyn Band Festival
Hahndorf Town Band joined many other bands at the Strathalbyn Band Festival held on Sunday 5th August 2007 to entertain a large and enthusiastic audience.
Hahndorf Town Band appears on Channel 7 Sunrise Show.
Hahndorf Town Band appeared on Channel 7’s Sunrise Show at 6.00 am - 6.30 am on Wednesday 18 July.
The Band broadcasted live from the German Arms Hotel. Here are some scene’s from the Sunrise Show.
 
 
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Hahndorf Town Band extends best wishes to departing conductor.
At his last rehearsal with the Hahndorf Town Band in June 2007, departing Musical Director Dr Kevin Cameron was treated to a surprise farewell that celebrated nearly six years of an association that has established some of the most memorable milestones in the Band’s 80 year history.
President Greg Francis reminded band members of several of the Band’s achievements during “Kevin’s reign” including the move from ‘D” to ‘C’ grade where the Band has consistently and competitively contested, including the 2005 National Band Championships in Adelaide, the 2004 and 2005 Victorian State Band Contests at Ballarat and South Australia’s own State Band contests over the last six years. Under Kevin’s direction the Band has significantly enhanced its musical reputation within the local community, and extended its exposure to many other regional areas within the state.
Kevin was praised for his initiatives in establishing significant developments to the Band’s youth training program, and the launching in the Band’s 80th Anniversary year of the inaugural Hahndorf Band Festival, which the Band trusts will continue into its third year next year, as a regular event on the brass banding calendar.
The Band’s appreciation of Kevin’s efforts over the years was also formally acknowledged in 2006 with his award of the Badge of Merit from the South Australian Band Association. The SA Band of the Year Award for 2005 and 2006 was in no small way also due to Kevin’s efforts during this time with the Band.
Kevin leaves the Band with the best wishes of all members, particularly in regard to his increased family commitments with the recent birth of his twin children.
Band Members Honoured with Prestigious Awards
At the 2007 Annual ‘Musikfest’ held in May, several members of the Hahndorf Town Band were honoured with Awards for their contribution to brass banding. Players Andrew Edgeworth and David Kramm were each bestowed with the South Australian Band Association’s (SABA) ‘Badge of Merit’, and Band President Greg Francis was awarded Lifetime Membership of the South Australian Band Association, after 40 years of service to the Band. The Band extends congratulations and appreciation to these recipients.
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