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Town Band
At the beginning of each year work commences on the piece chosen for the Area Championships in Torquay. Lydney Town Band, currently 2nd Section, will be working hard to create an excellent and exciting performance of the chosen test piece - The Golden Sabre composed by Kit Turnbull.
We decided that we were not to be deterred from entering after losing a few key players during last year. With much hard work and good fortune we have a full band for the contest - a mix of young and old, in-experienced and experienced. The ethos of the band continues - we will try our hardest with the team we have.
At the beginning of each year work commences on the piece chosen for the Area Championships in Torquay. Lydney Town Band, currently 2nd Section, will be working hard to create an excellent and exciting performance of the chosen test piece - The Golden Sabre composed by Kit Turnbull.
We decided that we were not to be deterred from entering after losing a few key players during last year. With much hard work and good fortune we have a full band for the contest - a mix of young and old, in-experienced and experienced. The ethos of the band continues - we will try our hardest with the team we have.
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With the regular conductor, Kevin, moving onto Solo Horn for the contest, the baton was passed to Thomas Dunne (left). Under his expert guidance work has started in earnest and the piece is coming
along nicely. However Tom has other banding commitments on the contest day so we have engaged Siôn Rhys Jones (far left) to conduct the band. Siôn is Euphonium of the famous Cory Band and also works for Gwent Music. He also conducts a number of ensembles. |
With the Training Band continually improving, having won the GBBA contest for the past two years, things are looking good for the organisation. It's all due to the wonderful team spirit we have.
Training Band
The Training Band continues to grow in numbers, currently standing at over 40 members (including members of the Starter Band). The ABRSM Grade exams continues to feature with the high standards we come to expect with many members attaining Distinctions.
On Saturday 15th February 2020, Lydney Training Band took part in the 'Innovation 216' concert under the wings of Concorde. Read more about it on 4 Bars Rest here or British Bandsman here.
The Training Band continues to grow in numbers, currently standing at over 40 members (including members of the Starter Band). The ABRSM Grade exams continues to feature with the high standards we come to expect with many members attaining Distinctions.
On Saturday 15th February 2020, Lydney Training Band took part in the 'Innovation 216' concert under the wings of Concorde. Read more about it on 4 Bars Rest here or British Bandsman here.
Starter Band
The Starter Band played its last concert of 2019 at Goode Court Residential Housing on 2nd December. The Band played 4 pieces and many solos — a great way to develop their performance skills and provide a great experience.
New starters: Over the past year we have welcomed many new members — They are most welcome and will enjoy being taught by tutors Roger and Ken … have fun!!
The Starter Band played its last concert of 2019 at Goode Court Residential Housing on 2nd December. The Band played 4 pieces and many solos — a great way to develop their performance skills and provide a great experience.
New starters: Over the past year we have welcomed many new members — They are most welcome and will enjoy being taught by tutors Roger and Ken … have fun!!
Starter Band Christmas Showcase, Goode Court Lydney, 2nd December 2019
The soloists performed really well and we were very proud of them all. Thank you to Ken and Roger Powell for their wonderful support. Special Thanks to Mrs Caron de Burgh for accompanying the soloists. |
Playlist...
Starter Band - Peppermint Tango Courtenay - Silent Night - debut! Jadyn - All through the night - debut! Minnie - Rudolph Starter Band - Away in a Manger Myia - We three kings Emma - Give me joy in my heart Sam - Pavanne Jessica - As long as he needs me Starter Band - Silent Night Eric - Away in a manger - debut! Dougie - Rudolph the red nosed reindeer Dillon - James Bond Starter - Band Marching Marines Idris - Jam Bouree George - Walking in the air Millie - Jingle bell rock All - We wish you a Merry Christmas |
Band Workshop Events
Look out for our 2020 Brass and Percussion Workshop this October - details TBA!
2019 Annual Brass & Percussion Workshop, 27th October 2019, conducted by Ian Porthouse
A really enjoyable, fun day for 48 delegates. Ian Porthouse as Conductor assisted by excellent tutors - Leanne, Ross, Tom and Steve. What did 4Barsrest, the most visited brass band website, have to say about our latest workshop? Click here to find out.
2019 Annual Brass & Percussion Workshop, 27th October 2019, conducted by Ian Porthouse
A really enjoyable, fun day for 48 delegates. Ian Porthouse as Conductor assisted by excellent tutors - Leanne, Ross, Tom and Steve. What did 4Barsrest, the most visited brass band website, have to say about our latest workshop? Click here to find out.
