From your Metronome – Friday, May 6th

What a joy, what a joy, what a joy it is to conduct the Lynchburg Pops Community Band! Last night was another outstanding rehearsal in that it surpassed my expectations. Your commitment to maximizing our time together is appreciated. A special shoutout to all the...

Thursday May 5th rehearsal – schedule

Thursday May 5th Rehearsal Balance Chords 5min If I Could Fly sight-reading 15min Carnival of Venice sight-reading 20 min (Flute Sectional with Bonnie Brunner in another room) The rest of the band continues with the following… Someone to Watch Over Me 15 min Fanfare...

A few suggestions from your metronome!

As is obvious by the new music you have, you are ready to move forward into the realm of the upper levels of music literature. On January 20 you began as a ragtag ensemble. By April 21, just 13 weeks later, you established yourself as a musical presence in the...

April 28 Rehearsal Plan

Dear friends, We are established! We are now a musical “presence” in the Lynchburg Community. Let’s never forget that our overall goal is to “give” to our community, to take them on musical journeys which will enrich their souls. I am blown away in how we achieved...

Reflections on Last Night’s Concert

Wow! Thank you so much for last night’s concert. Several people told me they were brought to tears. The Canard family was especially delighted and touched. I am blown away that we have gotten this good this fast. It’s a credit to your dedication and...