The Conductor

Maurice "the conductor" Bromley - He leads this bunch of cricket musicians and brings out a wonderful sound each year. His baton waves frantically as April draws near and the orchestra tunes up searching for the perfect note. This year is no different, maybe more demanding, as it is the biggest concert to date.

The Instruments

Rick “the organ” Davis - Is he piping or is that a tenor voice emanating from the microphone. He has his choir singing in unison as each match unfolds. Missed last year, but will be piping across the ground again this year safely behind glass for protection against rogue cricket balls.

Renita “the flute” Bromley -  Our flautist who, like the Pied Piper, brings everyone to heal as she hustles and bustles around. Her attention to the melody assures that the kitty is always secure and the Sixes are a financial success.

Reds “the percussionist” Liddell - Always making lots of noise which emanates from the committee tent. However this year he will be housed in a more suitable and soundproof setting. Maybe just as well for all concerned.

Mike “the electronic keyboard” McCune - Mike is always tickling the ivory keys with absolute dexterity and is in tune with the world. The website and all things electrical are his domain.

David “the cello” Walker - A mellow sound, always heard making sense to all in a quiet harmonizing way. Now in full colour, our magazine man is happy to be full sized A4. You will get the full picture in technicolour.... no discord here.

Eric “the trumpet” Little - Must be the trumpeter as he trumpets about cricket all day and every day. Whether it is the kids or "bigger kids" these days, he is there as long as there is a pitch and some grass to play on.

Awn “the harp” Phattamaporn - Her beautiful shape and seductive sound make her not unlike the sirens that tempted men to their death at the time of Ulysses. She is the most seductive of all around the bar which is her domain. Drink up lads the view is fine whichever way you look.

Anne “the French horn” Dawson - Her authoritative sound can be heard from afar whenever an umpire forgets to signal or makes a blunder. She and her merry group of scorers keep us all informed via the new scoreboard.

Ray “the oboe” Matti - A new member in the orchestra. He is sure to provide some resonant notes this year as he settles in with the committee.

Terry “the bugle” Skillet - You can hear him a mile off early in the morning mustering his troops. Better not be late and be attentive or you will get a ear full of his subtle melody. Often seen in the bar dispensing weird and wonderful cocktails. Drink them at your peril.

Peter “the triangle” Dawson - Known for its perfect shape and symmetry. Our resident engineer will sit in peace and gaze at his score board in pure satisfaction. All is in perfect alignment.

Jenny “the violin” Morgan - She plays a tune every time someone makes a duck. She does not pluck a string but happily takes 200 baht from the poor batsman that fails to score. All goes to a worthy cause, the kids’ cricket.

Barbara “the fiddle” McHerron - She fiddles and plucks the aches and pains away from those poor injured bodies. Many a sore limb and muscle has been retuned by the magic balm applied by the healing hands of our physio fiddler.

TAT - the loyal chorus who tempt people to Chiang Mai with sound so sweet that only those that are tone deaf can resist. We are grateful for there support each year.

Come whistle a happy tune as we play along during this wonderful week of cricket arranged and accompanied by our own Howzat Symphony Orchestra.