Not Just This One Time

Image: Pilot Officer Patrick Verdich and Leading Aircraftwoman Becky Lee march the No 3 Squadron Association’s banner ahead of No 3 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets No 1/15 Musicians’ Course to the original gate of RAAF Base Richmond for a commemoration.

An inaugural 3 Wing Musicians’ Course was held at RAAF Richmond from 4 to 11 July, affording 22 musically inclined cadets from all over NSW an opportunity to combine their passion for the AAFC and their passion for music.

The detachment participated in several master-class type workshops conducted by current ADF Band musical directors and musicians, and were also assisted by the CO and musical director of the 2 Wing AAFC Band.

A new band formed on the course participated in the 3 Squadron Association Parade on 8 July, commemorating 90 years since the squadron first landed at RAAF Richmond and 75 years since it marched through the base gates on their way to WWII.

The band received many favourable comments on their performance, with onlookers astounded that it had only been rehearsing for three days.

The 3WG Band will hold two week-long musicians’ courses each year, with a small number of weekend rehearsals interspersed.

Photos by Corporal Veronica O’Hara