Matoran Convention Address

Hello, people, (yes, not the High Charity delegate), would like you to read this address by Turaga Dume in the Matoran Convention at the Coliseum, Metru Nui recently...got this off You-Tube sometime back, don't know if it is still there. This is the opening introductory address by Turaga Dume, before he continues with other Matoran affairs, but I thought it may be pretty inspirational for J1s and J2s, since we are having A-levels or PW.

Here's where I found the link:

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=turaga+dume&search_type=&aq=0&oq=turaga

Note: Go search this at your own peril. The author is not responsible for whether the link is still there or if it even exists in the first place...

Delegates present:

1. Ta Matoran delegation of Ta Metru

2.Ga Matoran delegation of Ga Metru

3.Le Matoran delegation of Le Metru

4.Po Matoran delegation of Po Metru

5.Onu Matoran delegation of Onu Metru

6.Ko Matoran delegation of Ko Metru

7.Fe Matoran delegation of Nynrah

8.Av Matoran delegation of Karda Nui

9.De Matoran delegation of Tren Kom Peninsula

10.NJC Music Programme delegation?

Turaga Dume's Address:

"Dear delegates, before I commence with my speech, I would like to draw attention to a particular point in life of the JC and IP Year 1 and Year 2 students in NJC. These students are taking their A-levels or their Project Work in this and the next month, a task that takes arduous effort and determines their path of their lives, depending on the outcome. Hence, as you may have imagined, they are under a good deal of stress and duress as they strive to achieve the best that they can. In particular, for the J2s/IP4, this is the culmination of their labours in the education system, the pinnacle of academic achievement within the system.

Hence, let us all, Matoran, Makuta, Students alike, support these students in their endeavours that they may progress to their fullest extent, as they can all do with all the support they need as they traverse this difficult path to success.

Let us remember then the journeys of the Toa Nuva across the Universe Core, or Mangaia, or the Toa Mahri in the sea. Are not journeys like these similar to what these students may be going through? They have waited for so long before they have finally stepped onto this last path.

Let me also draw attention then to their preceding 2/4 years in the wondrous College. Have not they to put in their efforts throughout these years for this last step? They have worked hard, prospered within the Music Room, where the Boss holds dominion, put in extra hours for project work, studied, practiced, studied, composed and still studied some more for the final culmination of their labours. Go, then with our support, that this may be your finest hour yet, and then you may perform to the fullest extent of you ability.

As to the J1s, you have our support for your Projects that you may triumph over the last obstacle (Oral Presentation, I think) and excel to the highest of your qualities.

Even so, let me remind you (everyone present also) that it is not just grades that matter (although they are quite important), but also the knowledge that you have put in a good effort and doing your best, which is what too makes a difference, as you realise that you have tried you best to prosper. All these years you have learnt much from the College, under its aegis. It is now time to put that in practice.

Furthermore, remember, that this is but a step, with many more steps to take as you progress on to your final goal.

Therefore, fellow NJCians, do not waver, but surge forward in your endeavours, and best of luck. Remember, the 3 Matoran Virtues: Unity, Duty and Destiny, given to us by the Great Spirit, Mata Nui. You have achieved Unity with each other, one of the many things found in this College, and have done your Duty to the College. Now, it is the time to work forward, and fulfil your Destiny, as the Great Spirit Mata Nui would agree, and I think I have the agreement of the Music Programme (and its Hierarchs) in this too.

And now for updates from the Toa Nuva at Karda Nui..."

(End of Introductory address)

J1s, IP1s and 2s, did your attend this speech at Metru Nui?

BBQ at East Coast sounds good, can we have it on a weekday night if possible? Well it's some time away since J2s end quite late. But let me say outright that I'm not going to (1) cycle (2) blade (3) run (4) jog (5) play badminton which is to say I won't be involving myself in any strenuous physical activities. But monopoly and bridge - okay.

I don't mind swimming in sea! Well, paddling. Or sun-tanning. But am scared of mosquitoes and crabs which hide beneath the sand, they bite.

I presume the men will be starting the fire and doing the cooking. As well as the carrying of charcoal and drinks. I will bring snacks, so heavy, they are, don't you know.

~cleaning up~

Hello all!

Just wanna say, there's gonna be a clean up this Wednesday at the music room at 2pm!
We need to clean up stuff for open day so our rooms look nice and presentable so that maybe next year, we'll have a BIGGER music family!! X)

Yup. Please do come with your rags and all!

Thanks!

BBQ

Okay people, let's hurry decide on a date for the bbq kay, I can book a pit at East Coast if you all don't mind, and we can go cycling :D

and we hardworking/sporting J1s can go play badminton after any of our many coming lessons (:

This was a pretty short post, but I'm pretty excited about it cos I just found out that you can BOOK pits at AXS machines which I never knew existed!

Decide on a date, decide on a date, decide on a date~

just saying.

Hi all,

I have told the IP2s but I just need to rant that the Blues Concerto has been stuck in my head for the ENTIRE night. Ahhhhhhh. Talk about cheesy earworms.

So. Just to say that we'll be having holiday lessons (yes, IP1s and IP2s) for aural perception, a touch of history (opera for IP1s, 20th century opera/music for IP2s), harmony and free composition. Probably twice a week. This way, less work for next year, yes? :)

Also, I wanted to say that I enjoyed everyone's performance exam / recital (didn't get to listen to J2s though). Am very happy that all of you have put in loads of effort. All of you have improved so much! And there is so much potential still. Please continue working hard, results will come along, you'll see.

Of course, there'll be loads of disappointments along the way, many falls, hard ones too, but I dare say that the satisfaction derived from the product of your creative impulses (be it performing or composing) is well worth it. Even more so when it is shared with your friends, yes? That there is this common understanding and bond between us all through the love and joy of music, which is something that not many people out of MEP can understand. Hours of practising (anyone joined the facebook group "I can't... I've rehearsal"), hours spent arguing over form and harmonic progressions (the 2nd subject is HERE, not there), hours spent drawing black notes on lines and asking yourself 'why does it still sound wrong!' (check out facebook group "Everytime you write a parallel 5th, Bach kills a kitten"), things like that.

To a certain extent,  your MEP friends will always be a very special bunch to you. (I mean, how many people actually understand what ritornello form or neoclassicism is...) Nothing like shared experience. :) I'm happy all of you get along well. Treasure one another!

Okay, late already. See you all tomorrow. Good night, and good luck.

Diplomatic comment

1. The delegation of Karda Nui would like to congratulate the ending of the composition component for the J2s, and has declared a 1 day holiday today in honour of their progress (60% gone!).

Note: Urtext scores available in the NJC Music Ensemble Library. Scores available:
- Sandcastles Afloat by Andrew Ng
- Celtic Dance by Rachel Ong
- Prelude Chinois: The Great Aerial Fantasia by Phoon Yu

2. Would like to inform the rest of the music community that the J2s end on the 26th of November, last paper being music.

3. Would like to bring to attention the violation of Karda Nui airspace and seaspace by the Brotherhood of Makuta, and propose that the community finds a resolution, as this violates the UN Charter: Chapter VI:
"In any dispute that might endanger international peace and security, all parties must seek resolution via negotiation, enquiry, mediation, conciliation, arbitration, judicial settlement, resort to regional agencies or other peaceful means"

4. Affirms concord with the Music Programme of NJC.

5.Wishes good luck to the J1s in their promotional examination results, particularly music. Composition sure is tough, take it from your beloved seniors.

updates!

Hello all! Just to say that Mr Seow has managed to get a FULL subsidy for the Messiaen concert! Hurrah! Now waiting to hear if the IP2s can make it for both the workshop and concert. (They have subject combi day, anyone knows how long that will take? Parents have to be in college at 530pm.)

Also, just to remind everyone that we WILL be having a MEP bbq/dinner/piano session at my house when the J2s are done with their exams. J2s, when do you end?

Time to mark!

The FREE meal Mr Seow could have had...

HI ALL,

After our practicals on Friday, we went to Seoul Garden for a feast (the same one Mr Seow could have had for free if only he was free that day.) As promised, here are the photos of the day, though I realized that there were more photos of dead stuff than people.

Presenting to you, J1 music class 2008~ (from right to left)
Oranges no. 1 & 2
Oranges no. 3 and 4
Our lone banana
Our table soon became the most happening table of the whole restaurant~
Chef's recommendation: Coffee chicken with eggs
Behold, those powerful jaws...
Chopsticks frying our favorite Sze Chuan chicken*
ice-cream-scooping kiasu Singaporeans hard at work*
we still ended off with a healthy serving of fruits

*BURP*
LOVE YOU ALL
Let's get those cushions/rug/shoe rack real soon! and I can't wait for our BBQ/badminton~
Seeyoouuu-

*pictures blurred due to the high speeds pictures' subjects

hope i'm not too late =D

replace the chickens with wabbits (along with duckies, lions, and camels) and u have prophesy fulfilled =D

all DA best to J1s for prac =D rmbr to perform the sacrificial rites before u enter the sacrificial chamber ;)

Consolation Note

1. The delegation of High Charity wishes to convey our condolences at the untimely death of Duckie Woes, Fairest of duckies. We hope that comfort and solace may come to friends and relatives, including her immediate family, at their sudden loss.

An extract from a letter by Hod Rumnt, Prophet of Mercy, High Charity, to the NJC Music Programme:

“On behalf of the Covenant, may I give the NJC Music Programme my greatest condolences and that they may receive solace and comfort of such a duckie of great pulchritude. May they take heart that she has passed on unto the halls of the Forerunners, and that she may be forever be peaceful and escape the sordid woes of the world. Indeed, sometimes a loss may serve to remind us of how precious and transient life is, and that we may learn to treasure it more. I also convey my sympathies to Woes’ Husband, that he may learn from the loss of his Beloved and that he may learn more lessons about life and love in the future, to prevent a repetition of the tragedy. Indeed, Duckie Woes has led an eventful life, according to her epitaph. Let not our lives be less uneventful, as a tribute to her.”

On a side note, the Hierarchs met Duckie Woes at a party at the Covenant colony of Joyous Exultation at System Salia.

The Hierarchs have declared, in sympathy with the NJC Music Programme, a one day holiday in High Charity on the 2nd of October in respect of Woes’ death and to celebrate the ending of A-level practical for the J2s. The Hierarchs have also blacklisted Mumpy and Mr. Woes from entering High Charity.