KCS band students make a joyful sound at Winter Band Concert

By Joan Janzen

The KCS band students and their Director, Michael Reece, treated family and friends to an impressive Winter Band Concert on Wednesday evening, January 14th, at the high school. People who were missing last month’s festive atmosphere were happy to hear a number of Christmas songs, as well as taking a journey of “Star Trek: Through the Years”. “They did a fantastic job!” Mr. Reece exclaimed, and everyone heartily agreed.

Family and friends were entertained at the Kindersley High School Winter Band Concert on Wednesday evening, January 14th. Photo by Joan Janzen

Photo by Joan Janzen

The EMS Band consists of forty-four Grade 8 students from Elizabeth Middle School. Their first piece was a solemn selection entitled “Along the Beaches of Normandy”, followed by a much lighter “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” and “Believe”. They wowed the audience with all they had learned this past semester.

The remainder of the evening was filled with entertainment provided by the Grade 9 Band, the Small Ensemble, and the Jazz Band. The Jazz Band had met the challenge of learning one of their selections “by ear”, and love sharing their talent at various places throughout the community.

A round of applause was extended to the Band Parents Committee. “Events like this are only possible with the help of volunteers,” Mr. Reece acknowledged. Not only did everyone enjoy hearing these talented students, but they were also treated to some yummy desserts during intermission.