KCS Band students visit Regina

By Joan Janzen

KINDERSLEY - The KCS band students from grades 9-12 enjoyed a two-day trip to Regina in mid-April, accompanied by their teacher, Mike Reece. The excursion included a visit to Regina Conexus Arts Centre to see Stomp. Mike described the performance.

KCS band students visited the Parliament buildings in Regina on April 15th as well as attending a concert, IMAX movie and workshop during their two-day trip. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

“They took ordinary objects like garbage cans, matchboxes, tubing, brooms, and newspapers and created a masterful soundscape that explored the many timbres of each object,” he said. “The music told a story with no words.” At times, the students found themselves laughing hysterically, enjoying the audience participation, while being mesmerized with Stomp’s musicianship. Mike highly recommended seeing the live performance.

The students participated in a band workshop with Dr. Brent Ghiglione at the University of Regina, which took their musicianship to a whole new level. Brent was impressed with Kindersley’s band program, and Mike was impressed with how much effort the students put into Brent’s feedback.

On April 15th, the group attended the legislative assembly at the parliament buildings and witnessed the provincial government in session. James Thorsteinson, MLA for Cutknife - Turtleford, was on hand to answer their questions after the session.

The students had the opportunity to see an IMAX movie in 3D at the Science Centre. Mike was surprised that many students had never been to the Science Centre or had seen a movie on the IMAX screen. They also enjoyed shopping at the mall, hanging out together at the hotel, eating meals together and entertaining themselves on bus rides.

“It was a great time for team bonding which is crucial in any team dynamics. Band is like the ultimate group project, and it takes a great deal of effort and teamwork to reach elite-level playing,” Mike commented. He said it was an honour to provide students with opportunities in life that they don’t get the chance to experience, especially with a group of friends and classmates.