History
1972

The Barrie Central Collegiate Band
MORLEY CALVERT

Born in Brantford, Ont, in 1928, Calvert studied music at McGill University. He taught music in Montreal high schools (1950-72), directed the Imperial Singers (1954-6), and the Montreal Citadel Band of the Salvation Army (1960-70). Calvert founded and directed (1960-70) the McGill University Concert Band, as well as directed the Lakeshore Concert Band (1967-72). He founded the Monteregian Music Camp at Ayers Cliff, Que, in 1958. In 1972, he became the conductor of the Barrie Central Collegiate Band. He remained in that position until his retirement in 1985.

Throughout his career in music, Calvert composed many works, including Suite from the Monteregian Hills (1961), An Occasional Suite (1967), and Romantic Variations (1976). Calvert was invited to membership in the American Bandmasters'Association, becoming the only Canadian school band director and one of only six Canadian musicians to hold membership in this organization. Calvert is listed in The International Who's Who in Music, The Dictionary of International Biography, and the Encyclopedia of Music in Canada.

Calvert's musicality and dedication to excellence influenced hundreds of Central musicians. Members of the band were fortunate indeed to have worked with such an outstanding musician. They developed pride in themselves, their school and their community. A commitment to the band resulted in values and friendships for a lifetime.

Morely, as he was affectionately known by his students (when out of ear shot) unexpectedly passed away in 1991.

1981 Gold Medal: Kerkrade International Music Festival

1981 Senior Concert Band

 

1985 Senior Band