Bone-afide is all about the Bass 

Simon Minshall has just been announced as the newest member of the critically acclaimed Bone-afide Trombone Quartet. An accomplished bass trombone player, Simon takes on the role from Angus Butt who has increasing commitments to his professional playing in London and Germany. 

In a press release Bone-afide stated, “We would like to thank Angus for his incredible dedication, talent and loyalty to the quartet in the past four years, and we all continue to support his career. We will always remember the amazing memories that we have of being in the quartet with you. Now we look forward to Simon joining. He is one of the most in-demand players in the UK, known for his versatility across musical genres — from orchestral and jazz to film and stage.” 

Simon’s first concert with the with the quartet will be at Regent Hall in London on 16th November, where the ensemble will give the world premiere 'Black Sun' by Gavin Higgins. 

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