A picture tells a thousand words.
Below are shots taken by Karl Welsch. These were taken at a wedding we played at. I’m sure you’ll agree, these are fantastic images. For more on Welsch Photography, click on this link to go to their website – https://www.welsch.com.au/
Every year, I usually play at one or two Year 12 formals. I have played at the Marcellin College Year 12 formal for over twenty-five years. This year’s formal totally went off, so I expect to be doing their formal again next year. Great Test Year 12 formals are a fantastic test for any band,…
Last Saturday night we played at a backyard birthday party. Yaron and Ruby were both celebrating their 50th birthdays. The party was held in their backyard. The birthday party had a “M*A*S*H” theme (i.e. from the TV series from the 1970’s). Theming For The Birthday Party Marquees were erected in the backyard to simulate the…
As a trumpet player, one of my highlights each year is to play “The Last Post” on Anzac Day. I love the composition, I relish the many fond memories it evokes, and I am appreciative of how it connects me with an ancestor who served in World War 1. As a Piece of Music The…
The Sydney Opera House is a truly spectacular venue for a wedding reception. This is because Sydney Opera House is such an incredible and iconic piece of architecture. It is renowned throughout the world. Since it was opened, in 1973, it has undergone various makeovers and refurbishments. In one of these “adjustments” from the original…
The full line-up of “Slide McBride” is a 4-piece band. This consists of Slide McBride (the person) on vocals, trombone, trumpet, ukulele/guitar. The other three band members play (i) drums, (ii) bass, & (iii) guitar. Slide McBride has the flexibility to add or subtract band members. The band can be extended to a 5-piece by…