KGWO

This is a website just for Kelvin Grove Wind Orchestra members.

KGWO is a community orchestra. We live and die based on the support and hard work of our members. Please think about what you can do to help your organisation thrive and grow. The more we spread the load, the stronger we will become. Not sure what you can do? Ask! Or even better, join the management committee! But its the simple things that make the difference. Help with setup and pack-up at rehearsals and concerts, welcome new members and make them feel at home, help with supper, put away chairs and risers, carry percussion gear - if you see something that needs doing, do it! We have a great organisation, lets keep it that way. Thanks everyone! :-)

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News - Term 3, 2025

Rehearsal News:

What a great afternoon Sunday. Amazing job everyone! I had some nice feedback from a couple of friends who attended their first KGWO concert: "Beautiful music - a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon!". And it looks like it was good financially - we had 284 sales - the biggest of the year!! I want to personally shout-out to Steve Mogridge who will need extra heads attached with the number of caps he had to wear at this concert

That's it for the year, we'll have our break-up this Thursday which is a brief sight-reading rehearsal of the new music, followed by supper. We will be in Studio 2. If everyone could please bring a small plate to share that would be great. And your mug for a cuppa

Key dates for next year:

January 22 - First Rehearsal
February 19 - AGM
April 26 - Concert 1

I'll leave everyone with some homework for the summer break. Yoko has put together a Member Survey that we would like all members to complete, so that we can get an idea of what is working well for you, and anything that is not. Maybe also if you can gauge from your patrons what prompted them to come along this time - Facebook posts, the weekly stories, the program, the guests, etc.? That would be useful to include in your comments (or email to kgwo@kgwo.org.au).

Here is the survey link: https://forms.gle/WZUbGx4HEajRys8G9

I'm handing back to Mike now (who is fortunately able to see again ) to drive the good ship comms onwards in 2026!

Key dates....

Dates for KGWO Concerts for 2025 (Confirmed)

Concert 1 - 27 April 2pm Sunday - Treasure Hunt
Concert 2 - 31 August 2pm Sunday - Kings and Queens
Concert 3 - 30 November 2pm Sunday - Read All About It!

2026 Preliminary Dates: 26 April, 2 August, 29 November.

Supper Roster
See members calendar below.

Official Google Calendars

You can add these to your own Google Calendar if you use that service. It will also indicate if we have been advised that we are in a Studio that night. (Note: There can be last minute changes.)

2025 Calendar

Published at the start of each year. Dates may change.

Concert Music

Music samples: Please have a listen and get to know our repertoire for this concert!

Wind Works - Preparing for Performance Podcast

You can also listen to podcasts that explain the music we are rehearsing, what its about and what to look out for as a player.

https://www.youtube.com/@OrchestraCommunity

Here is an example podcast. Jump on YouTube to see the rest.

This will be updated closer to the concert.... so details may change.
Please check back here from time to time.

Important information for the Concert

(More details will be added as the information becomes available.)

ARRIVAL

If you can help set up, please be there by 11 am.

Everybody else needs to be there by 11:30 am to get ready for the warm-up at 12 noon. See running order for details.

PARKING

Please triple park orchestra member cars in the bottom car park, and consider car pooling where you can. Parking may change depending on other events at the venue. There will be very limited guest parking on site. See the main website for suggested alternatives.

DISABLED PARKING

If a reserved spot is required for your guests, please request on-line ASAP. I will email a confirmation. If you don't get this, talk to me directly!!!

CONCERT DRESS (standard event)

Men: Black long sleeve shirts (a red bow-tie will be provided), long black trousers, black shoes. No jackets required.

Ladies: Black dress or blouse preferably with long sleeves and covered neck. No bare shoulders/back please, sleeve preferable below the elbow. Long black skirts or long black pants, and sensible black shoes. Black jacket is optional. A red rose will be provided.

MUSIC STAND

We will be hiring the QYO music stands for all future concerts.

PACK UP

At the end of the concert EVERYONE is asked to please help pack up.

Tasks to be assigned to each section or individuals and will be directed on-stage for speedy pack-up.

When everything is cleared away, only then can we ALL celebrate together with drinks & dinner at the Jubilee Hotel.

CONCERT TIMING SUMMARY (Approx)

10:30 Bump-in - heavy items, tech equip

11:00 Helpers set up stage and backdrop

11:30 Performers arrive - percussion setup

12:00 Performers warm-up, sound/lights check

1:30 Doors open

2:00 Concert start

2:45 Interval (approx)

3::00 Second half

4:00 Concert end, pack up (approx)

5:30 Vacate Concert Hall and venue

5:30 Dinner and drinks at Jubilee Hotel!

Resources

KGWO YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@KelvinGroveWindOrchestra/community

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