BrookWright Music: Fanfares and Proclamations (Steven Ponsford)

A fantastic concert opener from the pen of Steven Ponsford.

The sparkling opener has been written by Steven Ponsford

Wednesday, 18 February 2026

Originally written in 2015 by Steven Ponsford for the massed bands of the International Staff and Melbourne Staff Bands of The Salvation Army, this stirring music is suitable as a concert opener.

It makes use the hymn tunes 'Miles Lane' and 'Diadem', both of which are associated with the words 'All hail the power of Jesus name'.

Video:

Video of the International Staff and Melbourne Staff Bands:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzm4Mn1tdw8

Difficulty Level: Third Section +

PDFs and Sheet Music:

Available for instant download at: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/fanfares-and-proclamations-brass-band-steven-ponsford

Sheet music available from:
UK: www.brassband.co.uk or www.durhammusicshop.co.uk
USA: https://satradecentral.org

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