Concert Band
The Outram Concert Band is committed to providing a quality music education to all members who start out as our budding musicians. Being a key member in the music ensemble, each member will be expected to be knowledgeable in both theoretical and practical aspects so as to enhance their musicianship as they are nurtured over time in the band. The music ensemble’s is only as strong as its weakest player. Hence, the Concert Band focuses on team building through activities and conversations, providing opportunities for members of the band to work closely together. With perseverance and through teamwork, members can look forward to forging strong friendships with a strong sense of belonging to the ensemble.
Music Training
No pre-requisites or theoretical knowledge is required. Fundamental musical skills from note-reading, rhythm-counting, singing and breathing skills would be taught to all members. From the basic skills, students will be taught transposition skills, fundamental techniques of their instruments. Student musicians will have the opportunity to experiment with their instruments as they learn how to play from basic tunes to ensemble music, where they would play together with their peers in full band setting. A diverse range of genres from classical band repertoire, flexi-band arrangements to popular tunes from the 60s to Billboard hits will be available to the ensemble!
Leadership Opportunities
Every musician in Outram Concert Band will eventually understand the Leadership structure within the CCA and have the opportunity to lead and serve members on various platforms. Students will be given responsibilities to organise events within sub-committees for the annual Band Camps, Parents’ Night and Band Investiture. Suitable members who have shown commitment and leadership abilities or interest may be appointed to serve the Executive Committee for a particular year.
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Teachers in Charge
Mdm Wong Heng Yee Mr Marcus Huang Mdm Chua Yi Ping -
Full Band Practice sessions
Monday and Thursday 2.45pm - 5.30pm Wednesday 2.15pm - 5.30pm -
Certificate of Commendation at the SYF Arts Presentation 2021
Certificate of Accomplishment at the SYF Arts Presentation 2019
Certificate of Distinction at the SYF Arts Presentation 2017 (Wind Ensemble) -
Performances and Showcase The Concert Band performs regularly at school events such as the CCA Open House, Chinese New Year, National Day and the school’s annual Speech Day. External performances for the Concert Band include the Junior Band Festival which is held every year. In alternate years, students can look forward to performing at the national platform for the SYF Arts Presentation.
Team-bonding Activities
The Concert Band is a closely-knit CCA with strong bonds formed between peers. There are several opportunities that students get to enjoy working with their peers through celebrations and organisation of events. Examples of such are the annual Sec 1 Welcome Day, Chinese New Year Celebrations, annual team-bonding camps, Sports & Games Day and year-end party.