It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the deaths of the children and mother-in-law of Darrell Hodges, secretary and tuba player with Waratah Brass. 

The children and their grandmother were allegedly killed by their grandfather, and were discovered by their mother on Monday afternoon. 

Willoughby Band extends their deepest, most sincere sympathies to Darrell Hodges and his family.

More information:

Thoughts and Prayers - 4barsrest Downunder 

Dad speaks of Cowra family slaughter - News.com.au 

Triple axe murder 'horror movie' for dad   - SMH.com.au 

 A cuppa, then she found them dead - SMH.com.au

As well as impressing the crowds at our Swinging Brass concert at the weekend, some of our band members impressed the judges at the annual NSW State Solos - results below.

NSW State Solo Results 2008 - Willoughby

JUNIOR EVENTS
 
Soprano:
1. Benjamin Blunt, Willoughby City Band
 
Flugel:
1. Justin Williams, Willoughby City Band

Tenor Horn:
4. Kelly McGuinness, Willoughby City Band
 
OPEN EVENTS
 
Soprano:
2. Benjamin Blunt, Willoughby City Band
 
Bb Cornet:
2. Brian McGuinness, Willoughby City Band
3. Gemma Hogg, Willoughby City Band

Flugel:
4. Mark Coleman, Willoughby City Band
 
Euphonium:
1. Jeff Ma, Willoughby City Band
 
Tenor Trombone:
1. Andrew Sambell, Willoughby City Band
 
Eb Bass/Tuba:
3. Joshua Jaworski, Willoughby City Band

 Congratulations to all involved!