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Sunday, November 30, 2008
2008 MSSB Band Camp
Good Day everyone,
[Please take note there is another post posted by James at the bottom]
So how's this year band camp? Fun/Boring/Normal?
Whatever it is, I guess everyone has put in alot of effort in this year band camp.
1stly is the Band Competition.
There were a lot of funny moments during band competition. Thanks to Trumpet, Percussion and Flutes + Oboes. Very entertaining. =)
Congratulations to Trumpet (3rd), Clarinet (2nd) and Trombone+Tuba (1st) for the Section Competition.
Although I expect a better performance from Trombone and Tuba (which join in our practice 1 hour before comp. (-_-\\\) ) Never mind. Do a better job during Sec 1 Orientation.
Percussion!! It's ok... you all lost and landed on 4th position (even though it should be better). Never mind, you all did well.
Horns, Saxophone, Euphonium + Bassoon, Flutes + Oboes: You all did very well, although there are SOME mistakes here and there. Not bad for a 2 days effort! Good Job!
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Next, SYF audition I
9am - 430pm
During that few hours, I have listened to so many of you. There were some impressive ones but there were some disappointing ones too.
Can all of you be more relax when you all come in for audition the next time round?
RELAX!!!
Let me list down some of the things during the audition:
1. COLD hands /Sweaty Palms (100%).
2. Natural vibrato (almost 90 % of the ppl). all your playing "SHAKE" like mad.
3. Trembling fingers or body (around 70%).
4. Keep looking at my expression and make urself more scared (50%). don't listen to shaun la! Like that I can't even move during audition la.. Smile only, scared till don't know what... Don't think so much. Smile may = to good too what. Shaun! Don't be so paranoid!!
5. OH MY GOD!! I can't think! OH MY GOD!! I can't play. Oh my god.. Oh my god! OMG x 30 times. (1 person). Basically the whole time, that guy comes in for audition all I hear is OH MY GOD!
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I have told all of you, I will be VERY lenient for this SYF audition. Why still so worried? Just play well and you will pass. Just see the number of ppl that pass the audition.
If up till now, you don't know whether you pass or not. I shall post it down here. ^^
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SYF audition I results
[Please take note there is another post posted by James at the bottom]
So how's this year band camp? Fun/Boring/Normal?
Whatever it is, I guess everyone has put in alot of effort in this year band camp.
1stly is the Band Competition.
There were a lot of funny moments during band competition. Thanks to Trumpet, Percussion and Flutes + Oboes. Very entertaining. =)
Congratulations to Trumpet (3rd), Clarinet (2nd) and Trombone+Tuba (1st) for the Section Competition.
Although I expect a better performance from Trombone and Tuba (which join in our practice 1 hour before comp. (-_-\\\) ) Never mind. Do a better job during Sec 1 Orientation.
Percussion!! It's ok... you all lost and landed on 4th position (even though it should be better). Never mind, you all did well.
Horns, Saxophone, Euphonium + Bassoon, Flutes + Oboes: You all did very well, although there are SOME mistakes here and there. Not bad for a 2 days effort! Good Job!
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Next, SYF audition I
9am - 430pm
During that few hours, I have listened to so many of you. There were some impressive ones but there were some disappointing ones too.
Can all of you be more relax when you all come in for audition the next time round?
RELAX!!!
Let me list down some of the things during the audition:
1. COLD hands /Sweaty Palms (100%).
2. Natural vibrato (almost 90 % of the ppl). all your playing "SHAKE" like mad.
3. Trembling fingers or body (around 70%).
4. Keep looking at my expression and make urself more scared (50%). don't listen to shaun la! Like that I can't even move during audition la.. Smile only, scared till don't know what... Don't think so much. Smile may = to good too what. Shaun! Don't be so paranoid!!
5. OH MY GOD!! I can't think! OH MY GOD!! I can't play. Oh my god.. Oh my god! OMG x 30 times. (1 person). Basically the whole time, that guy comes in for audition all I hear is OH MY GOD!
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I have told all of you, I will be VERY lenient for this SYF audition. Why still so worried? Just play well and you will pass. Just see the number of ppl that pass the audition.
If up till now, you don't know whether you pass or not. I shall post it down here. ^^
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SYF audition I results
- Darren Lim >> 67
- Randy >> 65
- James >> 64
- Saw
- Nicholas Soo
- Joshua Lim
- Nicholas Chew
- Dwayne
- Lionel Tang
- Raymond Gan + Llyod
- Kenneth
- Zi Yang
- Lucas
- Nicholas Wu
- Kevin
- Jia Wei + Hua Seet + Jesus + Wen Liang
Good Job and well done to those who have the audition. For those that have yet to pass, work hard and I expect a better playing next audition.
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Congratulations to BEST SECTION:
TROMBONE SECTION
You all have done a good job. Well done.
Also congratulations to Best 1s (Shaun), 2s (Darren) and 3s (Jesus).
We have spent quite a while in deciding these 3. So you all really deserve what you all have gotten. Continue to work hard and contribute to Main Band!
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Lastly, Thanks to...
I think this Camp won't be able to be so Fun/Boring (your own definition) without all these people that have helped or present in this camp that make this band camp experience more FUN/BORING (your own definition).
- Mr Chiang (He has done too many things, I don't want to tire my hands. haha)
- Teachers - Mrs Tey, Ms Lee, Mdm Lim, Mr Wu, Mr Tan. Ms Menon (For arranging food and judging for section comp. Of course Mr Wu for doing night duties).
- Sec 3s committee (who has carried out their duty well and orderly)
- James
- Nicholas Chew
- Jesus Kang
- Nicholas Wu
- Yang Chin
- Lucas
- Jia Wei - Alumnus - mssba (who have come to help for certain activities or staying with you all for 3 days and making sure you all have your fun and of course WAKE UP ON TIME! haha **** Please let me know if I happen to leave out anyone)
- Ben Yap
- Jin Yan
- Aaron
- Bernard
- Hao Siang
- Wai Yip
- Haryl
- Caveat
- Shawn Teo
- Yu Huai
- Jason Onggo
- Justin Mark
- Wei Jian
- Douglas
- Justin Yap
- Xing hao
- Albert
- Wang Liang
- Chang Jun
- Joseph
- Garrett
- Ken Tan
- Sean Kwek
- Stanley
- Wee Chong
- Jason Chee - Last but NOT LEAST!!! All of you who have participated in this Band Camp!
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End of band camp BUT continuos improvement on your playing has yet to end.
Everyone, let's work hard for your upcoming SYF. Whatever the alumni band can achieve, you all can achieve too. Work hard and go for it.
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fredy
maris stella symphonic band alumni
~the legacy continues~
Hi all MSSB members,
This is the first post after the band camp and yes it will be about the band camp! Do enjoy the post although it maybe a little long. This year band camp highlights 3 very important events which are: the inaugural section competition 2008, SYF auditions on TMC by Fredy Chia and POP for the Secondary 4 MSSB members.
Firstly, the Section Competition was a really great one. Although some of you all didnt perform too well but its ok. Its a really good effort put in by all of you! So i guess i can only phrase it as: Im proud of you guys! Give yourselves, your section and everyone a big round of appaluse!
The inaugural Section Competion 2008 was held at 2030 on 28th November. The panel of distinguished judges includes: Mr Chiang, Mrs Tey, Miss Lee, Mr Wu, Mdm Lim, Mr Tan and Miss Menon! Please thank them for coming down to be judges of this year's section competition! This section competition was a very tough one with many sections doing very well but the judges have chosen the top 3 sections!
The results are:(DRUMROLL PLEASE!)
3rd in place we have the Trumpet section who did a skit that was really funny!
2nd in place we have the Clarinet Section who played coral sea. Good singing by the way!
1st in place we have the Trombone and Tuba Section who played super mario brothers suite, arranged by Jason Chee and edited by Fredy Chia! LOL!
These are the final results for the Section comeptition but not the final results for the best section of 2008!
Next, I must comment on all those who have taken the audition on the last day of band camp. Great job on completing Fredy's audition. It is a difficult but not impossible task to pass Fredy's auditon. So, all those who did not pass. Please do work doubly hard in order to pass the next auditions which would mos probably be in the begnning of next year. So everyone do get ready for the next audiitons. Congratulations to all those who passed the auditions! By the way, the next auditions will also include the set piece and do take note that we are doign the overture No.2 so dont practice the wrong piece! Good luck guys for the next audtions.
This SYF auditions was a very strong competition with comments given in the form of stickers. These comments are very helpful in improving your playing so all please do follow your comments to improve yourselves.
Thirdly, POP was an informal one but it was done nevertheless. I think all of you should be familiar with your Sec 3 EXCO already so I shall not recite them. By the way, the names of all EXCOS are already posted on this blog on the left hand side.
With all the efforts you guys have put in for the section competition and the SYF auditions, Mr Chiang and the teachers and of course Fredy have chosen the best section of the year and this year the school have thus conferred the best section award to the:
Trombone Section!
( I just want to congratulate the trombone section for all the hard work that they have put in, although i am in the trombone section! ><)
Also, this yearis the first time when the band gives out the best Sec 1, Sec 2 and Sec 3 awards to outstanding members who have worked hard on their instruments and have a positive attitude towards band and have dedicated themselves to help imrpove the standards of the band!
I will now announce the BEST Sec 1, 2 and 3! (DRUMROLL PLEASE!)
The award of the Best Sec 1 of the year 2008 goes to: SHAUN HO! (Trumpet)
The award of the Best Sec 2 of the year 2008 goes to: DARREN LIM! (Bass Clar)
The award of the Best Sec 3 of the year 2008 goes to: JESUS! (Clarinet)
With that, this marks the end of the Band Camp 2008 and I hope that everyone have enjoyed as much as i have and I look forward to everyone continuing to work hard for the SYF Central Judging Competition next year! ( GWH is out target! Please work hard!)
Three cheers for Mr Chiang, all the teachers, all the alumnis and all MSSB members!
Hip Hip HOORAY!
Hip Hip HOORAY!
HIP HIP HOORAY!~~~~
Love you guys!
James
BTW, Jesus is aka/= to Kang Seung Hwa! :)
This is the first post after the band camp and yes it will be about the band camp! Do enjoy the post although it maybe a little long. This year band camp highlights 3 very important events which are: the inaugural section competition 2008, SYF auditions on TMC by Fredy Chia and POP for the Secondary 4 MSSB members.
Firstly, the Section Competition was a really great one. Although some of you all didnt perform too well but its ok. Its a really good effort put in by all of you! So i guess i can only phrase it as: Im proud of you guys! Give yourselves, your section and everyone a big round of appaluse!
The inaugural Section Competion 2008 was held at 2030 on 28th November. The panel of distinguished judges includes: Mr Chiang, Mrs Tey, Miss Lee, Mr Wu, Mdm Lim, Mr Tan and Miss Menon! Please thank them for coming down to be judges of this year's section competition! This section competition was a very tough one with many sections doing very well but the judges have chosen the top 3 sections!
The results are:(DRUMROLL PLEASE!)
3rd in place we have the Trumpet section who did a skit that was really funny!
2nd in place we have the Clarinet Section who played coral sea. Good singing by the way!
1st in place we have the Trombone and Tuba Section who played super mario brothers suite, arranged by Jason Chee and edited by Fredy Chia! LOL!
These are the final results for the Section comeptition but not the final results for the best section of 2008!
Next, I must comment on all those who have taken the audition on the last day of band camp. Great job on completing Fredy's audition. It is a difficult but not impossible task to pass Fredy's auditon. So, all those who did not pass. Please do work doubly hard in order to pass the next auditions which would mos probably be in the begnning of next year. So everyone do get ready for the next audiitons. Congratulations to all those who passed the auditions! By the way, the next auditions will also include the set piece and do take note that we are doign the overture No.2 so dont practice the wrong piece! Good luck guys for the next audtions.
This SYF auditions was a very strong competition with comments given in the form of stickers. These comments are very helpful in improving your playing so all please do follow your comments to improve yourselves.
Thirdly, POP was an informal one but it was done nevertheless. I think all of you should be familiar with your Sec 3 EXCO already so I shall not recite them. By the way, the names of all EXCOS are already posted on this blog on the left hand side.
With all the efforts you guys have put in for the section competition and the SYF auditions, Mr Chiang and the teachers and of course Fredy have chosen the best section of the year and this year the school have thus conferred the best section award to the:
Trombone Section!
( I just want to congratulate the trombone section for all the hard work that they have put in, although i am in the trombone section! ><)
Also, this yearis the first time when the band gives out the best Sec 1, Sec 2 and Sec 3 awards to outstanding members who have worked hard on their instruments and have a positive attitude towards band and have dedicated themselves to help imrpove the standards of the band!
I will now announce the BEST Sec 1, 2 and 3! (DRUMROLL PLEASE!)
The award of the Best Sec 1 of the year 2008 goes to: SHAUN HO! (Trumpet)
The award of the Best Sec 2 of the year 2008 goes to: DARREN LIM! (Bass Clar)
The award of the Best Sec 3 of the year 2008 goes to: JESUS! (Clarinet)
With that, this marks the end of the Band Camp 2008 and I hope that everyone have enjoyed as much as i have and I look forward to everyone continuing to work hard for the SYF Central Judging Competition next year! ( GWH is out target! Please work hard!)
Three cheers for Mr Chiang, all the teachers, all the alumnis and all MSSB members!
Hip Hip HOORAY!
Hip Hip HOORAY!
HIP HIP HOORAY!~~~~
Love you guys!
James
BTW, Jesus is aka/= to Kang Seung Hwa! :)
Thursday, November 27, 2008
okay guys, you all are supposed to fall in with your blu band t-shirt...
Please remember to bring you orange band and the house t-shirt too....
Also, if your section has not prepared anything for the section competition, you all better find something to do before u go to the camp...
PLEASE PASS THIS MESSAGE ON USING THE SAME SPAMMING METHOD!!!
your Band Major
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
yo ppl, this is a very last minute thing and it is VERY VERY important. okay, as u guys know, there will be a POP during the band camp, and there is certani attire: black polo tee, white long pants, covered shoes. the shoes no need to be black colour... also, my phone got screwd up, so i lost all my numbers.. so it is VERY IMPOTANT that u guys pass this message on... just sms everyone u know in band... it is very important.. thanks...
Your band major
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Saxophone outing photos
Hey guys,
This is the MSSB Saxophone outing photos. Anyway, so sorry to the saxophone section for this very very very very very very very very very very very late post on their photos. (I'm sounding so like Mr. Fredy Chia! ><)
Here are the pictures:
This is the MSSB Saxophone outing photos. Anyway, so sorry to the saxophone section for this very very very very very very very very very very very late post on their photos. (I'm sounding so like Mr. Fredy Chia! ><)
Here are the pictures:
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
hey ppl, James got it wrong, the concert is NOT compulsory for all EXCO and SL... Mr Chian just said encouraged... also, my friend there said that there are only around 10 tickets left.. so if u wanna buy the tickets, sms or call me.. its first come first serve and u will have to get to the concert on your own... so if u wanna go, tell me by tomorrow, 5 p.m.
Also, i know there are ppl like Mark who will not ever come to this blog, so help me pass the message on.. i would have sent the chain message but my phone sms thingey is spoilt... thank you.. my number is 98573710
Your band major
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Hey guys,
There is a CHIJ toa payoh concert at their school hall on 29 Nov which will be the last day of our band camp. The concert starts at 730 on 29 Nov, Saturday. Tix are at $8. It is compulsory for all EXCO and SL! So all please prepare the money and give Mr Chiang during band camp. So see you all there!
There is a CHIJ toa payoh concert at their school hall on 29 Nov which will be the last day of our band camp. The concert starts at 730 on 29 Nov, Saturday. Tix are at $8. It is compulsory for all EXCO and SL! So all please prepare the money and give Mr Chiang during band camp. So see you all there!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Ok guys. This is another news that concerms all of you.
Firstly, there will be an audition on the SYF choice piece (you know what) on the 3rd day of band camp. Marks will be given and will be tied to section competition results for overall best section award. So all please practise your TMC.
Secondly, please bring all 3 band T-shirts and school house T-shirts or school related T shirts! NO HOME CLOTHES! Bottoms up to all of you. Avoid bringing jeans! If not you all will sweat a lot. Bring Bermudas. ^^
Thirdly, please add a torchlight and a windbreaker/sweater to your packing list. It is usually cold, windy and dark at night. So please remember those 2 items.
Lastly, please bring all your props and scores and "barang barang" to the camp for the section competition.
Thanks!
Jia Wei
Firstly, there will be an audition on the SYF choice piece (you know what) on the 3rd day of band camp. Marks will be given and will be tied to section competition results for overall best section award. So all please practise your TMC.
Secondly, please bring all 3 band T-shirts and school house T-shirts or school related T shirts! NO HOME CLOTHES! Bottoms up to all of you. Avoid bringing jeans! If not you all will sweat a lot. Bring Bermudas. ^^
Thirdly, please add a torchlight and a windbreaker/sweater to your packing list. It is usually cold, windy and dark at night. So please remember those 2 items.
Lastly, please bring all your props and scores and "barang barang" to the camp for the section competition.
Thanks!
Jia Wei
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Latest Info!
Hey guys,
Its been a long time since I updated the blog. Anyway, this is going to be a slightly long post and is our 100th post on the blog!
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Firstly, this is a list of the items needed for the Band camp once the practice break is over.
Toiletries
-Toothbrush
-Toothpaste
-Towel
-Shampoo
-Soap
-Comb
- Deodorant/powder
Attire
-5 t-shirts (All band T-shirts plus other school related T-shirts, you are expected to wear your band T-shirt for practices)
-3-4 pairs of shorts/pants
-2 sets of P.E attire
-Enough Undergarments
-Socks and school shoes
-Sandals
Others
-Mug for supper
-Writing materials
-Medication (Do bring some lest you are injured/fall sick)
-Water bottle(MUST!)
-Sleeping bag
Reminder: Please do not bring playing cards, and other expensive gadgets. If you do bring handphones, all have to surrender them before camp and handphones will be returned after camp. We will not be responsible for any lost of gadgets.
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This section is about the upcoming section competition during Band Camp 2008.
SECTION COMPETITION
Objective
To showcase the talents of every musician in your own section
Panel of Judges:
1) Mr Lin
2) Mr Chiang
3) Teachers
4) Alumni Seniors
Division of Marks:
Mr Chiang - 20%
Teacher A - 20%
Teacher B - 20%
Fredy - 20%(This part confirm fail! So dont worry if you guys fail)
Lin Sheng / Alumni Music Comm/Admin Comm (1 person) - 20%
Awards:
-Best Section award 2008
-$50 cash prize (or voucher) for the winning section
Rules and Regulations:
-Must involve a performance of the section’s instrument(s) as a section
-Optional to involve the usage of keyboard for accompaniment purposes
-Can involve anything else such as dancing, singing, acting, props etc
-Music: Can be anything, from pops to classical. (You may find ensemble scores in the Esplanade Arts Library, buy them online (quite cheap usually), or arrange your own music from a piano score J)
-At least a 5 mins performance
Date and Time:
28th Nov (2nd day of band camp) at night, after the BBQ in the evening.
Venue:
Band Room
Participating Sections:
1) Clarinet and Bass Clarinets, IC: Kang Seng Hwa
2) Flutes and Oboe, IC: Yang Chin
3) Saxophones, IC: Ray Er and Hua Xuan
4) Euphoniums and Bassoons, IC: Renbin and Randy
5) Trumpets, IC: Nicholas Chew
6) Trombone, IC: James Onggo
7) French Horn, IC: Raymond Gan
8) Tuba and Double Bass, IC: Nicholas Wu
9) Percussion, IC: Jiawei and Saw
All Jia You for the upcoming section competition. Do ask your seniors for help. All the best to all sections! There is only 16 days left to Band Camp! So all do hurry get your scores and hurry. Practice for the section competition can be done in the Band Room. You can ask James to open the Band Room.
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Next Band Practice: Band Camp on 27 Nov 2008
Time: 1400h
Please be punctual! Dont be late! (You know who you are! Er Hem!)
Thats all for now. Any new addition to the list or new info will be uploaded here again. So please come and check the blog. Its your own responsibility!
Thats all folks. Happy Holidays and wish all to have a happy, enjoyable and unforgettable Band Camp in 2008!
Jia Wei
Its been a long time since I updated the blog. Anyway, this is going to be a slightly long post and is our 100th post on the blog!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Firstly, this is a list of the items needed for the Band camp once the practice break is over.
Toiletries
-Toothbrush
-Toothpaste
-Towel
-Shampoo
-Soap
-Comb
- Deodorant/powder
Attire
-5 t-shirts (All band T-shirts plus other school related T-shirts, you are expected to wear your band T-shirt for practices)
-3-4 pairs of shorts/pants
-2 sets of P.E attire
-Enough Undergarments
-Socks and school shoes
-Sandals
Others
-Mug for supper
-Writing materials
-Medication (Do bring some lest you are injured/fall sick)
-Water bottle(MUST!)
-Sleeping bag
Reminder: Please do not bring playing cards, and other expensive gadgets. If you do bring handphones, all have to surrender them before camp and handphones will be returned after camp. We will not be responsible for any lost of gadgets.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This section is about the upcoming section competition during Band Camp 2008.
SECTION COMPETITION
Objective
To showcase the talents of every musician in your own section
Panel of Judges:
1) Mr Lin
2) Mr Chiang
3) Teachers
4) Alumni Seniors
Division of Marks:
Mr Chiang - 20%
Teacher A - 20%
Teacher B - 20%
Fredy - 20%(This part confirm fail! So dont worry if you guys fail)
Lin Sheng / Alumni Music Comm/Admin Comm (1 person) - 20%
Awards:
-Best Section award 2008
-$50 cash prize (or voucher) for the winning section
Rules and Regulations:
-Must involve a performance of the section’s instrument(s) as a section
-Optional to involve the usage of keyboard for accompaniment purposes
-Can involve anything else such as dancing, singing, acting, props etc
-Music: Can be anything, from pops to classical. (You may find ensemble scores in the Esplanade Arts Library, buy them online (quite cheap usually), or arrange your own music from a piano score J)
-At least a 5 mins performance
Date and Time:
28th Nov (2nd day of band camp) at night, after the BBQ in the evening.
Venue:
Band Room
Participating Sections:
1) Clarinet and Bass Clarinets, IC: Kang Seng Hwa
2) Flutes and Oboe, IC: Yang Chin
3) Saxophones, IC: Ray Er and Hua Xuan
4) Euphoniums and Bassoons, IC: Renbin and Randy
5) Trumpets, IC: Nicholas Chew
6) Trombone, IC: James Onggo
7) French Horn, IC: Raymond Gan
8) Tuba and Double Bass, IC: Nicholas Wu
9) Percussion, IC: Jiawei and Saw
All Jia You for the upcoming section competition. Do ask your seniors for help. All the best to all sections! There is only 16 days left to Band Camp! So all do hurry get your scores and hurry. Practice for the section competition can be done in the Band Room. You can ask James to open the Band Room.
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Next Band Practice: Band Camp on 27 Nov 2008
Time: 1400h
Please be punctual! Dont be late! (You know who you are! Er Hem!)
Thats all for now. Any new addition to the list or new info will be uploaded here again. So please come and check the blog. Its your own responsibility!
Thats all folks. Happy Holidays and wish all to have a happy, enjoyable and unforgettable Band Camp in 2008!
Jia Wei
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