The Cape Whalers Field Band was among numerous bands that participated in the Field Band National Championships, which was held at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday (7 October). The local band falls under the Field Band Foundation (FBF), a registered NPO that operates in three provinces. Currently the field band has projects in underprivileged areas and serves the communities of Stellenbosch and Macassar, boasting a total of 125 members. Pictured here are members of the Cape Whalers Field Band taken at the sports field in in Macassar on Thursday (5 October) before their departure to Johannesburg for nationals. The band clinched gold for creativity and overall second place with stellar musical performances.Photo: Rick Marais