Milton Keynes Shopping Centre

 Dec 2004

In early December 2004, we were again invited to perform at the Milton Keynes Shopping Centre. We normally perform inside the Middleton Hall, but this year as an ice skating rink had been set up there, we were moved to Queens Court. We were a little concerned, as this is an outdoor venue, next to the large pond and fountain! Luckily, the temperature outside was fairly mild and dry, so we needn't have worried! Senior Jazz, Senior Woodwind and Senior Band were the bands that went. We had a great time, and in spite of feeling a bit cold towards the end, we all felt very happy that the many people who listened to us were very impressed. Here are a few pictures of us on the day.

Ready to roll - Father Christmas in his new outfit!

Senior Jazz ready to start

A great fountain, but a bit noisy! All our pp sections had to be played ff!

What has Mr T got on his head?

Senior Jazz in full swing

A drummer, a double bass and a ???

The long and the short of it - Senior Jazz principal trumpets fighting the fountain during "Perdido"!

Senior Woodwind now. A great performance - I never knew clarinets could play so loud!

Senior Band - Mrs Muller has found her hat.....

Who are we? Two convenient trees help tell the story.

Coming to the end now - even the antlers are getting tired!

The end of a great afternoon of music. Are they really sitting in the fountain?

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