*
banner

T.J. Powell legacy to be celebrated

The works of the great Welsh brass band conductor and composer T.J. Powell are to be celebrated this evening in an open rehearsal at City of Cardiff (Melingriffith)

TJ Powell
 

The City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) Band is holding a unique open event this evening (Thursday, January 29th).

The band is hosting a special ‘T.J. Powell Open Rehearsal’ to celebrate the legacy of one of Wales’ finest brass band conductors and composers.

Finest marches

Tom Powell was conductor of the Melingriffith band from 1920 until 1965 (above) during which time, as well as making them one of the most famous names in UK banding, he composed dozens of fine pieces of music — of which his marches are known and still widely played around the banding world.

The evening will therefore celebrate those works — alongside a number that have not seen the light of day for many years as well.

Photographs

One former player, Geoff Atkins has compiled a collection of photographs of T.J. Powell with the band, which will be displaying and it is hoped that the evening will trigger a number of other events to celebrate Powell's contribution to the brass band movement.

Among the manuscripts that will be looked at are a number of long lost marches, including one called ‘Cardiff Castle’ — not to be confused with his ‘Castell Caerdydd’, solos, a euphonium and bass feature, as well as some longer works.

Death

The date also coincides with Powell’s death exactly 50 years ago, when, as guest conductor of the Cory Band, he was to lead them in a radio contest performance in Cardiff for the popular ‘Challenging Brass’ programme.

As he rose to conduct the band for the live radio competition, he collapsed — although as he received attention before being taken to hospital, the band performed, led by one of the players. He died at the studio.

The rehearsal starts at 7.00pm at Tongwynlais Village Hall when massed bands form the City of Cardiff organisation will work their way through some of his famous compositions4BR

Come along

The rehearsal starts at 7.00pm at Tongwynlais Village Hall when massed bands form the City of Cardiff organisation will work their way through some of his famous compositions.

If you are n the area, please come along and enjoy some fine music making from one of Wales’ finest brass band musicians.

For more information, please contact Dave Howard on 07867 553040 or davekhoward@gmail.com

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    


Whit Friday

Bands asked to make special note of practice for Whit Friday

April 26 • If your band is going to take part on the Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday contest circuit this year please take time to read the practice notes...


Pemberton

Pemberton's current and future stars shine on solo day

April 26 • There was a full day of great music making displayed by the Pemberton Old Wigan Band organisation — helped along the way by Helen and Glyn Williams


rATBY

Report & Results: 2024 NWABBA Buxton Contest

April 25 • Ratby Co-operative, Dobcross Silver and Matlock enjoy their contesting day out at Buxton in taking the top prize silverware.


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.


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.


Derek Renshaw

ABBA Member
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator.


               

 © 2024 4barsrest.com Ltd