For several years now the band has been holding its end-of-season event with a concert and dinner at Georgina Corps as part of the Division’s Jacksons Point mid-week concert program. Again this year, before the concert, the band held a dinner at the local Legion building. Again the band was treated to a delicious roast beef dinner. Following the dinner, there was a brief business meeting to recognize past and present personnel.
Five bandsmen received retirement certificates for their service with Heritage Brass: Lew Chaulk, Bob Watson, John West, Don Cummings and Ernie Jensen. Photos show Lew and wife Davina, Bob and wife Sue. Ernie, Don and John were unable to attend.
Fred Brake was welcomed into the band as a new member. Then came the announcement that a new bandmaster was to be appointed – Colonel Robert Ward. Both were warmly greeted by the members of the band.
Another wonderful moment was the presentation of a cornet which was donated to the band by Shirley Cummings in memory of her husband Cliff. Cliff was promoted to Glory a year or so ago having given 28 years of service to Heritage Brass.
Following dinner, the band provided a concert at Georgina Corps where Fred Brake and Colonel Robert Ward both received their Heritage Brass pins as new members. Col. Ward acting as Executive Officer guided the program along. Bob Young was the acting bandmaster for the evening as the large congregation enjoyed a variety of music. A sample of some of that music is below.