The line-up of talented young performers who have gained the principal positions on the 2015 National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain course has been announced.

The band is currently enjoying being put through its paces in Norfolk under the baton of Bramwell Tovey.

Principal Cornet: Thomas Fountain
Soprano: Jack Wilson
Euphonium:
Trombone: Gemma Riley
Bass Trombone: Ed Curtis
Flugel: Hannah Evans
Horn: Ellen Quane
Baritone: Bethan Brown
Eb Tuba: Dom Hurley
Bb Tuba: William Jordan

Concerts

The summer course will be rounded off with two high profile concerts in Beccles in Suffolk and at Regent Hall in London this weekend, where they will be joined by guest soloist Derick Kane, the legendary solo euphonium of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army.

There will also be a world premiere of a new work by renowned composer Paul Mealor entitled, 'The Heart of Hidden Flame' as well as a rare chance to hear Harrison Birwistle's remarkable 'Grimethorpe Aria' amongst others.

Open Day

The band is also hosting one of its free 'Open Days' on Tuesday 4th August which enables young players and their families to experience just what the National Youth Band is all about.

There will also be a world premiere of a new work by renowned composer Paul Mealor entitled, 'The Heart of Hidden Flame' as well as a rare chance to hear Harrison Birwistle's remarkable 'Grimethorpe Aria' amongst others4BR

Concerts:

Friday 7th August:
St Michael's Church
New Market
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9HE

Commences: 7.30pm

Saturday 8th August:
Regent Hall
275, Oxford Street
London
W1C 2DJ

Commences: 7.30pm

For more information:

For more information go to: http://www.nybbgb.com/