Last year, Emerson band students had the wonderful opportunity to work with an Australian composer, Jodie Blackshaw. Because the experience was so positive, Ms. Blackshaw recommended our Emerson Concert and Cadet bands to work with the Eltham High School Symphonic Band from Australia, who are touring throughout the United States. On Tuesday, December 16th, our band students had a wonderful learning opportunity by playing with this band. The students listened to and rehearsed with these exceptional musicians, making it an inspirational musical and cultural experience. As a token of gratitude for visiting Emerson, the Eltham band gave us a print of a piece of artwork created by a student at their school. These pictures were taken from the event. Notice, the giant instrument in the photo. It is a contrabass clarinet! We are very thankful to have had this wonderful event.
