The Chicago Staff Band left Territorial Headquarters shortly after noon today to travel the 175 miles to Pekin, IL where we'd been invited by Salvation Army commanding officers Captains Peter and Catherine Mount. Upon arrival we did a quick set up followed by sectional photos to be used on our upcoming European visit. Then we returned to the stage and had a rehearsal with the Heartland Brass who are in their inaugural season. Bandmaster Himes took us through "Nicaea" and Captain James Frye, bandmaster of the Heartland Brass conducted the classic "Cairo Red Shield".
Following rehearsal it was time for a quick bite to eat and then the concert to a nearly full hall of 400-450 people gathered to hear the CSB and Heartland Brass. Ninety percent of the people indicated it was their first Salvation Army band concert. Hopefully it won't be their last!
The people were warm and receptive but you'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out what we played. I neglected to bring my cue sheet with me...
Off to post a few photos on our Facebook page before I get some sleep. It's an early call (7:15) at the United Methodist Church in Pekin tomorrow.
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