Leaders

Tak

A graduate of the Osaka College of Music and an overseas student of Frank Kaderabek (former principal trumpet, Philadelphia Orchestra), Takuya Maeda joined The Kansai Philharmonic Orchestra, a full time professional orchestra in Osaka, and performed with them from 1979 to 1989. In addition he was a Band Clinician for Yamaha Music Foundation Japan for many years where he conducted mass/honour bands at Yamaha sponsored clinics/festivals and was mentor to younger band instructors. In 1990 he and his family moved to Canada. He played trumpet with the Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble, was Choir Director of the Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, Bandmaster of the North Vancouver Youth Band (2002/03), and is the Current Conductor of the West Vancouver Concert Band and West Vancouver Adult Pops Band.

Blair

Blair Fisher directs the Jazz Connexion. Seen here in a recent photograph, Blair is currently on faculty at Douglas College in New Westminster, BC, where he teaches trumpet and directs the Concert and Jazz Bands. He holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Victoria and a Master of Music from the University of Miami, both in trumpet performance.

Freddie

Freddie Fudd leads the Rolling Clones. There's nothing like a good band leader and that certainly describes Freddie. When you hear the laughter from the crowds at the antics of this bizarre band, you'll be glad that your father didn't stand too close to that leaky old microwave. The "Fudds" always radiate fun and excitement — along with a few subatomic particles.

The Leadership Group

The identity of the Band's "Leadership Group" is a secret so closely guarded they don't seem to know who they are themselves some of the time. There have been rumours that Peter, Dave, Ron, Henrik, and John may be partly responsible. There have been as many rumours suggesting they may be irresponsible. We have noticed that Marilynn is acting in a very Presidential manner.