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NYJC Symphonic Band in Osaka,Japan "A Journey Of Music"
On 1 June 2008, 57 members of the Nanyang Symphonic Band arrived in Osaka, Japan, for a 7-day band exchange programme.
Thai Airways
Singapore Airlines
Can't forget about the conductor and teachers can we? The band participated in exchange programmes with 3 schools with renowned standards of music education, namely Yuhigaoka High School, Meijo Gakuin High School and Osaka College of Music. Although language was a barrier and proper conversation was difficult, students of both countries were still able to communicate and exchange ideas and techniques through the universal language of music. In addition to side trips to places of historical and cultural significance, such as the deer park of Todaiji Temple in Nara, the cobbled streets of Kyoto, and of course, the exciting Universal Studios Japan, band members also had the opportunity to catch a concert by the famed Osaka Municipal Symphonic Band, whose 96th regular concert coincided with the trip. The exchange programme was certainly an eye-opener for band members as they were able to witness firsthand the musicality, discipline and enthusiasm of the Japanese musicians, both students and professionals alike. The chance to imbibe the culture of Japan has also given them a greater understanding and appreciation of a different way of life. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Nanyang Junior College and Yuhigaoka High School Symphonic Band “We learn by example and by direct experience because there are real limits to the adequacy of verbal instruction.” Malcolm Cladwell ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gerard Loh
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Nanyang Junior College Symphonic Band
