*
banner

Thornton heads to Geneva

Geneva Group announce Dr David Thornton as a new Development Consultant & Performance Artist.

Thornton
  David Thornton will take up the new role with immediate effect

The Geneva Group has announced that Dr David Thornton will become a Development Consultant & Performance Artist.

The Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band and Senior Tutor in Brass Bands at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester will take on the role with immediate effect.

Beautiful fit

alking about the appointment he told 4BR: "My working life is devoted to brass banding and this new relationship with Geneva fits beautifully alongside my roles with Grimethorpe and at the RNCM.

I've been testing and playing on the Geneva euphoniums for a while now and the quality is fantastic.

The aspects I look for in any instrument include the core sound quality and ease of playing — both of which are simply outstanding on these euphoniums."

Proactive

He added: "That came as no surprise really. I've been a huge fan of both Dan Thomas and Glenn Van Looy and listening to them play it's obvious how at ease they are with their Geneva models.

In addition, the company has a fresh, proactive outlook to development and support for players and I'm thoroughly looking forward to working with them on various projects."

David will play a crucial role in the next stage of development of our fantastic range of instruments being showcased in workshops, educational projects and our new Geneva FoundationGeneva Group.

First note

In response to the news, Tim Oldroyd, CEO of Geneva Group added: "David is known and respected throughout the banding world as a fantastic musician. We could tell he liked the instrument from the first note he played on a recent visit to the Geneva workshop.

David will play a crucial role in the next stage of development of our fantastic range of instruments being showcased in workshops, educational projects and our new Geneva Foundation.

We are also very excited about moving forward with manufacturing in the UK and supporting our wonderful movement back to full recovery with the help of prominent ambassadors such as David."

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    


dobcross

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Third Section

September 14 • Dobcross Silver strikes royal gold as they claim the Third Section honours.


arbroath

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Fourth Section

September 14 • The Fourth Section National title heads to Scotland with Arbroath & Carnoustie.


unite

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — First Section

September 13 • Unite the Union claims 'Checkmate' over their rivals to claim the First Section National title.


south Yorkshire Police

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Second Section

September 13 • South Yorkshire Police claim the first title of the Cheltenham weekend.


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Audley Brass

September 14 • Audley Brass (First Section National Finalists 2025) are seeking a first class PRINCIPAL EUPHONIUM. We have some very exciting events coming up including 5 epic beer festival nights and Wychavon Festival of Brass entertainment contest.


Longridge Band

September 13 • Longridge Band invite applications for a SOPRANO CORNET player. We are a friendly, committed band, who enjoy a good balance of concerts and contests throughout the year.


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


Craig Roberts

BA (Hons), MA
Conductor / Adjudicator


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd