The National Association of Brass Band Conductors will be holding their 2014 Convention in Gloucester in March as they look to build on the revitalised activity and work led by Chairman Andrew White and his team in the past year.
Time and place
The Convention will take place the weekend of Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th March at The Holiday Inn, Crest Way Barnwood, Gloucester, GL4 3RX, where there will be a full programme of events to go with the annual general meeting.
Talks, seminars and workshops
Talks this year will be given by composer Gavin Higgins on the art of composition, Dr John Hall on psychological considerations in awareness and performance and Iwan Fox on improving media communications.
An open rehearsal will be given by the City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) Band led by Gareth Ritter with Russell Gray giving an analysis on the Senior Trophy set work, ‘Les Franc Juges’, whilst the brilliant James Shepherd Versatile Brass will provide the formal Saturday evening concert.
Opportunities
Opportunity will also be given for NABBC members to direct City of Cardiff through their own items and compositions, whilst the Clifton & Lightcliffe Band will lead an open rehearsal with the help of Russell Gray on how to choose and plan a successful entertainment programme.
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Booking forms
Booking forms are available from the NABBC website and rooms can be booked with the hotel by calling 0871 423 4876 and should be paid separately by delegates.
When contacting the hotel to book your room, you must mention that you are a member of the NABBC to receive the following preferential rate which includes breakfast.
Friday 28th March: £70 for a twin/double(2 persons), £50 for a single room
Saturday 29th March: £70 for a twin/double(2 persons), £50 for a single room
Sunday 28th March: £70 for a twin/doublem (2 persons), £50 for a single room
Additional prices per person for the weekend vary according to your following preferences.
Contact
Attendance at the event should be emailed to: cathanderton@googlemail.com
