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Welcome to the Guam Territorial Band Website
WELCOME TO THE GUAM TERRITORIAL BAND WEBSITE!
Music Programs and Descriptions Guam Territorial Band - Official Band of Guam, USA Performance Seasons (October - December) Christmas Season (January-March) Tumon Bay Music Festival Season (April to July) Patriotic Season Rehearsal Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00pm to 9:00pm - George Washington High School, Room G-106 Minimum skill level: 5 years playing experience preferred. Stipend compensation commensurate with experience. VACANCIES: TRUMPET, F. HORN, TROMBONE, BARITONE, TUBA, PERCUSSION, GUITAR, OBOE AND BASSOON. CANCELED PRACTICES. will be posted below. Upcoming Trip: Somewhere in 2011 *_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_* El Nino Wind Orchestra (formerly the Guam Youth Band and the Guam Honor Band) Season: September to March Rehearsal Schedule: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday 1:00pm to 7:00pm - George Washington High School, Room G-106 Upcoming Trip: Chino Marching Invitational (November 2010) Minimum skill level: Junior Division: starting at age 10 up to 3 years playing experience Senior Division: starting at 3 years playing experience up to age 21 *_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_* Pride of the Pacific Marching Alliance Season: April to November Rehearsal Schedule: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday 5:30am to 8:00am - Place TBA Upcoming Trip: Chino Marching Invitational, California (November 2010) Minimum skill level: one year playing experience. *_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_* Note: All ensembles require an initial assessment (audition). ______________________________________________________________ REQUESTING THE BAND. Click on the "Contact Us" Tab above. Your request will be answered within 24 hours. ______________________________________________________________ Should you need further assistance please contact the following: Chief Band Master/Music Director Maximo Ronquillo, Jr. - 797-6299 Associate Band Master - Director of Youth and Mentorship Programs Mr. Jacob Mafnas - 688-4765 You can also contact us via e-mail using the "Contact Us" tab above. History of the Guam Territorial Band Biography Compiled by M. Ronquillo, Jr.
In 1976, and probably even years prior, the Guam Youth Band, was organized as a marching band to perform for the inauguration of President Jimmy Carter in 1977. Since then, the Guam Youth Band has been an active part of musical life on Guam providing a service to the community. The Guam Territorial Band, as it is now known, is the Official Band of Guam. The Band also serves as an educational outreach for those who desire more than what their school band programs provide. The Band has become a second home to many of the youth members through the years and has served as an anchor for those who experience the trials of teenage and college life. The Band has sponsored various island wide groups and several tours to Hawaii for the Pacific Basin Music Festival. The Guam Territorial Band has toured Australia and New Zealand (1993, 2005), South Korea (1995), The Republic of Palau (1997), the United Kingdom (1998), and Japan (1999, 2003). It is a Gold Award (2005) and a Bronze Award (1993) recipient of the Australian International Music Festival. It is also the second place winner of the International Lions Parade (Marching Unit) Competition (1998). The Band is continuing its service to the People of Guam. Graduations, Military Change of Commands, Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, Marine Corp Birthday, Opening Ceremonies, Presidential Visits, and Village Fiestas are among the many venues the band has served over the years. In 1997, the band performed in the Republic of Palau for President Kuniwo Nakamura during the 5th Constitutional Anniversary. In 1998, the Band performed for President William Jefferson Clinton’s historical visit to Guam. In 2002, the Band played for Philippine former President Fidel Ramos. Former Directors of the Guam Territorial Band include Mr. Dave Poblete, the former Ms. Cheryl Bay, Mr. Charles Hardy, Mr. Brad McNeal, Dr. Milton Crotts, Mr. Delfin Damian and the late George Toal, the first director and a founding member of the Guam Territorial Band Society. The membership of the Band spans a vast age range from early adolescence through senior citizens. Each fall, an audition is held to maintain the high quality of musicianship. New members are welcome at anytime through the year. Announcements Regular Rehearsal this week - NO SECTIONALS April 19, 2009 Dear GTB: At the last rehearsal, I planned of GTB to be in sectionals this week. Due to the number of members with other prior committments, and rehearsal space unavailability, we will have regular rehearsals at GW as follows: Tuesday, 6:30pm - 7:50pm - Omega 8:00pm - 9:00pm - Alpha Thursday, 6:30pm - 7:50pm - Omega 8:00pm - 9:00pm - Australia Saturday, 0530 - Marching Band Have a great week! Best of luck as well to all the HCA students on their concerts this week. Max 456-8820 Posted by Maximo Ronquillo on 2009-04-19 08:25:49 |
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