They look forward to their next performance and are excited to continue their musical journey. The MTB members are thrilled with their success at the SoundSport competition, and they are grateful for the support and guidance of their leaders. Organising committee at the event were Helen Henry, Therese O’Connor, Brendan Hoye, Rachel McCormack and Gemma Kelly. The group managers, team leaders, and designers include Adrienne Syron (assistant band director), Hilary McKeon, Alison Oakes, Cathal Byrne, Ellie Syron, and Kim Magee. MTB had 70 performers on the day, ranging in age from seven years to adult. The marching band received a Silver Award, the Colourguard received a Silver Award, the Junior Band Recorder Programme received a Bronze Award, and the Junior Band Cadet Band received a Bronze Award and Best in Show. The hard work and dedication of the MTB members and their leaders paid off, as they received multiple awards at the event. Other performers included Inbhear Mór junior and senior band and Colourguard from Arklow and Clondalkin Youth Band marching band and Colourguard.
The band rehearse on Wednesday nights, twice a month. It is a part of, but also a natural extension of the renowned Mullingar Town Band, and many members had previously played with the Town Band. The Mullingar Concert Band, with conductor John Walsh at the helm, launched in autumn 2021 with the aim of encouraging adult musicians of varying standards to join together to play music, learn, socialise and have fun. With a programme ranging from The Beach Boys to Burt Bacharach, music from the movies and stage, Irish airs and of course some rousing marches, Mullingar Concert Band members look forward to showcasing their new repertoire and to the coming season of performances. But for many the happiest memory was getting to perform carols on the steps of the Cathedral again on Christmas Eve. The band were also delighted to perform at the Homecoming Fleadh in 2022 alongside the Marching Band and are looking forward to another great occasion this year when the fleadh returns to Mullingar in August.
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Registration of interest is essential – contact band director Kim Magee on 0861999497. The classes require a minimum number of six participants. The classes will be managed and taught by Colourguard instructor Hilary McKeon and assistant Alison Oakes.
The new class is on Sundays from 10.30-11.30am, commencing on Sunday March 12, and will run alongside the school terms. They use equipment such as flags, streamers, dance rifles, and sabres and learn the techniques used to handle equipment and dance, enhancing the visual, colour, and dance display of the marching band section of the band. The colourguard perform with the marching band on parades, recitals, shows, and competitions throughout the year.
The colourguard form the flag section of the marching band, and they also compete in their own dance competitions nationally. The Mullingar Town Band Colourguard are on the lookout for new members aged 11+ years to join their team. MTB Colourguard Launches Recruitment Drive for Ages 11+ If you require further information on membership and fees, get in touch. Please register your interest in this programme by texting or calling Kim on 0861999497. The programme is suitable for beginners, and for those aged 6+ and interested in joining the band, recruitment will take place in September.
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