On Friday 16th we performed a summer concert at St Clement’s Church in Urmston. Despite sweltering conditions the audience were treated to outstanding solos from Vicky Finlay and Richard Bond. Richard was making his debut as a stand-up soloist with us. He was a founder member of our training band as a beginner 10 years ago and has recently taken over the solo euphonium seat. The audience was left in no doubt as to his talent as his sound filled the fabulous acoustic of the church.
On Saturday 17th it was our MD, Matt’s turn to perform. He had qualified for the final round of the Brass Band Conductors Association competition. The Conductors Award was sponsored by Yamaha and attracted high calibre competitors from across the world. Matt’s enthusiasm, confidence and musical insights impressed the judges and he took first place. Full story and picture are available here. Congratulations Matt!
On Sunday 18th it was our Community Band taking the honours, making it three wins out of three at the Kirkby Lonsdale Contest for community bands. Our special congratulations go to Evelyn, whose trombone solo deservedly scooped the award for best under-16 soloist.
Then yesterday the main band was back in action at the Blackburn and Darwen March and Hymn contest. The band survived a cloudburst during their performance of Mephistopheles and went home with the trophy for first overall, beating some impressive competition from Championship and other First Section Bands. Where next…?
Adie Smith is our Musical Director.
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