It has been announced by his wife Tabby, that the well-known and respected composer, conductor, tuba artist and Bandmaster of the Nottinghamshire Band of the Royal Engineers, Simon Kerwin, died peacefully on Wednesday 7th November 2018 in St. James’ Hospital, Leeds.
Having been diagnosed with cancer in July 2018, Simon underwent 48...read more
Manger Muusikklag with Musical Director Martin Winter, beat Eikanger Bjosvik and Stavanger, by 1 and 2 points respectively in the recent SIDDIS entertainment contest. The adjudicators were particularly impressed with their programme content, as well as the superb playing from around the stands. Dr Robert Childs, one of the Elite Division’s...read more
Manger Muusikklag with Musical Director Martin Winter, beat Eikanger Bjosvik and Stavanger, by 1 and 2 points respectively in the recent SIDDIS entertainment contest. The adjudicators were particularly impressed with their programme content, as well as the superb playing from around the stands. Dr Robert Childs, one of the Elite Division’s...read more
The BTM Brass Band, based just outside Caerphilly in South Wales was part of the official musical accompaniment to ‘The Hero’; a track released at midnight on 3rd November in aid of Help for Heroes. Speaking on behalf of the band, Lewis Hindley (Band Manager) stated, “We are incredibly honoured...read more
Congratulations to A4 Brass Quartet who following a successful audition process have been announced as winners of the 2018 Royal Philharmonic Society Henderson Chamber Music Prize. A spokesperson for the dynamic ensemble commented, “We are delighted to be announced as winners of this prestigious award. In addition to the £5,000 prize...read more
Saturday 10 November 2018
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