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Masterclass for PolySteel Youth

Nigel Seaman recently paid a visit to the young players of PolySteel Youth Band to pass on his tips and experience.

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Tuesday, 01 July 2008

        

The PolySteel Youth Band recently enjoyed a masterclass and concert with conductor and Principal Tuba of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Nigel Seaman.

Treat

Due to their regular MD Tom Davoren's senior band commitments at the English Nationals the band were treated to a morning rehearsal and local concert in their home village of Quedgeley, Gloucester with Nigel.

As my former teacher he has been a great inspiration and I know that our members have taken a great deal from the weekends eventsMD, Tom Davoren

Pleased

Tom commented to 4BR: "I'm so pleased that Nigel agreed to work with the PYB recently. As my former teacher he has been a great inspiration and I know that our members have taken a great deal from the weekends events."

The band are also delighted to announce that they have now added an extra weekly rehearsal to their schedule.

        

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