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BrookWright Music: Kenneth Downie celebration

The wonderful music of Kenneth Downie is being performed in concert and by BrookWright Music to link up with his 80th birthday celebrations this year

Kenneth Downie
  BrookWright Music is celebrating the 80th birthday of Kenneth Downie

BrookWright Music is helping mark the 80th birthday celebrations of Scottish composer and arranger Dr. Kenneth Downie.

The personal milestone will be highlighted this evening (Friday 2nd October — 7.30pm) with a special concert at the Royal College of Music in London dedicated to his music, featuring the International Staff Band and the International Staff Songsters.

The event promises to be full of his inspiring brass and vocal music, honoring one of the movement's most respected and enduring musical figures.

Immeasurable

Renowned for his distinct harmonic language, lyrical warmth, and technical mastery, his works—ranging from major test pieces such as 'Purcell Variations' and 'St. Magnus' to a host of popular concert pieces.

"Kenneth Downie's contribution to brass band music is immeasurable," Andrew Wainwright, founder of BrookWright Music, told 4BR.

"His music speaks with a rare combination of profound sincerity, elegance, and deep spiritual clarity. We are honored to represent his music and wish him every blessing as he celebrates this special 80th year milestone."

Publications...

To browse Kenneth Downie's publications at BrookWright, visit https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/shop?Category=Kenneth%2520Downie

Some of these include…

Three for Christmas!

A sparky, three-movement suite for brass band based on much-loved carols, concluding with an upbeat setting of Iris.

Link: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/three-for-christmas-brass-band-kenneth-downie

Fanfare Prelude: Now Thank We All Our God

A rousing fanfare setting for brass band and optional organ.

Link: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/fanfare-prelude-now-thank-we-all-our-god-brass-band-arr-kenneth-downie

Love Divine (Blaenwern)

An expressive setting of William Rowlands' cherished hymn tune.

Link: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/love-divine-blaenwern-brass-band-william-rowlands-arr-kenneth-downie

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

A vibrant soprano cornet feature with brass band accompaniment.

Link: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/we-wish-you-a-merry-christmas-soprano-cornet-solo-with-band-arr-kenneth-downie

Margaret

An arrangement for brass band commissioned for Riviera Concert Brass.

Link: https://www.brookwrightmusic.com/product-page/margaret

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