Duos duke it out at the eisteddfod

TOOWOOMBA Grammar School saxophonists Paul Draheim and James Crothers teamed up to compete in the 73rd City of Toowoomba Eisteddfod.

The duo performed in the saxophone duet category yesterday morning at the Empire Theatre.

James said he and Paul had been put in a lot hours of practice for their rendition of Good Time by Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen.

“Our music teacher thought we would work well together because we play the same instruments,” James said.

Paul said he enjoyed sharing a stage with James.

“There is a good amount of energy to build on when you share the stage with someone,” Paul said.

“There is also less chance you get blamed if you both mess up,” James said.

Photos: Kevin Farmer PARTNERED PERFORMANCE:Camillo Lanzafame (centre) helps his son Camillo Lanzafame Jnr (left) and William Hills prepare for their duet.

Having fun together at the eisteddfod are (from left) Sophie Kristensen, Courtney Johnson, Rachel Peake and Savannah Hayes.

Proud mothers Sophie Mansfield (left) and Helena King support their children at the eisteddfod.

Paul Draheim (left) and James Crothers from Toowoomba Grammar School.

Arimina Apan (left) and Meg Kirby from Concordia.

Downlands College student Isabelle Ryan.