*
banner

More new talent at Portishead

West of England contender set for busy 2012 with new playing and conducting talent.

Portishead
 

Portishead Town has added a further three players and a new resident MD to their ranks as they prepare for the forthcoming season.

New resident

Following his work with the band over the Christmas period Kevin White takes up the vacant position of Resident Musical Director.

Band Manager Dan Jones told 4BR: "Kevin’s enthusiasm and experience is already rubbing off on the band who are looking forward to working with him in the lead up to the Yeovil Entertainment Contest and the West of England Areas."

Kevin brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm. His rehearsals are enjoyable but more importantly include a high work rate. The latest signings are another important step in our progressionBand Manager, Dan Jones

New sop

Soprano player Ashley Keyte moves onto the front row to make way for ex-Flowers player Andy Briggs who swaps Bb for Eb. Louise Wall joins on 2nd baritone, whilst the band also welcomes back both Andy Davies on 2nd horn and Mark Jones on solo cornet to complete the front row team.

Dan added: "Kevin brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm. His rehearsals are enjoyable but more importantly include a high work rate. The latest signings are another important step in our progression."

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Ray Farr flugels

Sound boost for Ray Farr flugels

April 25 • There has been is a crescendo of demand for Ray Farr flugels with players across the UK and Europe finding the unique sound of the instruments to their (and judges) liking.


bRASS IN cOCNERT

Brass in Concert line-up and draw details announced.

April 25 • 11 bands will compete for the 2024 entertainment title — with fans having the chance to get first and last right at the draw to win tickets.


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: There's no-one like Jesus (African Trad arr. Andrew Wainwright)

April 25 • A fantastic upbeat concert work that is sure to get feet tapping from Andrew Wainwright


Mike Cavanagh

Purcell appointment for Cavanagh

April 25 • Mike Cavanagh has been appointed as the new Head of Wind, Brass & Percussion at the internationally acclaimed Purcell School.


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band - Reading Festival of Brass: Open Workshop Rehearsal

Saturday 27 April • St Laurence Church, Reading RG1 3EJ


London Central Fellowship Band - Hemel Hempstead Salvation Army

Saturday 27 April • Waterhouse St, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1ES


Haverhill Silver Band - Friends' Requests

Sunday 28 April • Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR


Boarshurst Silver Band - Sunday Brass Concert - Stockport Silver Band

Sunday 28 April • Boarshurst Band Club, Greenbridge Lane OL3 7EW


Contest: European Brass Band Championshiips

Friday 3 May • Palanga Konsortu, Vytauta st. 43, LT-00135, Palanga 43, LT-00135


Olney Brass

April 25 • Friendly & ambitious 2nd section L&SC area brass band, based in Newport Pagnell (near Milton Keynes) currently seeking a SOLO CORNET player to complete our line-up. We have a good variety of contests, concerts & community events throughout the year.


Olney Brass

April 25 • Friendly & ambitious 2nd section L&SC area brass band, based in Newport Pagnell (near Milton Keynes) currently seeking a REPIANO CORNET player to complete our line-up. We have a good variety of contests, concerts & community events throughout the year.


Olney Brass

April 25 • Friendly & ambitious 2nd section L&SC area brass band, based in Newport Pagnell (near Milton Keynes) currently seeking a Eb Bass player to complete our line-up. We have a good variety of contests, concerts & community events throughout the year.


Gordon Eddison

B Ed (Hons). Member AoBBA.
Conductor and Adjudicator.


               

 © 2024 4barsrest.com Ltd