Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain
From The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain's Youth Band in the Saffron Hall, Saffron Walden for their Summer Concert on Saturday 5th April 2023.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
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Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The theme of this summer concert is Music from the Antipodes. Taking place in Blackburn Cathedral on Saturday 10th August, Guest Conductor Professor David King is assisted by the winner of The NYBBGB Conducting Competition, Joshua Parkhill.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests – two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland – on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
The Guest Soloist for the evening is trumpet player James Fountain, and the band themselves are joined by two special guests - two players from The National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland - on a cultural exchange as part of the Besson Horizons programme.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
Welcome to our 20th Anniversary concert. The programme celebrates significant milestones and anniversaries, while also reaching back to include pieces from The National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain inaugural concert in 2004. The result is a harmonious mix of nostalgia and fresh innovation. Our musical journey spans a diverse array of styles, from the refine elegance of the Baroque to the swinging beats of the Big Band era, along with vibrant contemporary brass band compositions. This eclectic mix of music celebrates the remarkable versatility of the NCBBGB.
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i. Matador – Spanish traditions fascinated Hemingway; he wrote frequently about them. This movement is obviously flamenco inspired.
ii. Wayfarer – (reflections on poor Wayfaring Stranger) the tensions of Hemingway’s early life in the Midwest suburb of Oak Park fuelled his wander lust. At the age of 18 he arrived at the Italian Front serving as an ambulance driver. His overseas travels informed much of his work, spanning the globe from his early literary sojourns in France to African Safaris, the Spanish Civil War, and excursions in Cuba and the Caribbean.
iii Pilar – was the name of his beloved boat, it could cut through the waves off the coast of Cuba at 16 knots!
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs with Guest Soloist Dr David Childs (euphonium).
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs with Guest Soloist Dr David Childs (euphonium).
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs with Guest Soloist Dr David Childs (euphonium).
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs .
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the direction of Guest Conductor Dr Robert Childs.
The theme of this concert is ‘Tribute’ and it pays homage to one of Britain’s finest and most successful brass band conductors Mr Geoffrey Brand who died on 5th February 2023. Although he conducted brass bands, he was much more than that. Geoffrey Brand embodied everything music had to offer including conducting, publishing, BBC producing, professional trumpet playing, the Salvation Army, military music, record producer, educator, and entrepreneur. He was Music Director of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and Scotland and more famously conductor of the Black Dyke Mills Band.
In addition to honouring Geoffrey Brand, Dr Robert Childs also pays musical ‘tribute’ to three female composers, Dorothy Gates, Evelyn Glennie and Judith Bingham. All three have emerged as successful composers in what was once predominately a man’s world.
The Jewel in the Crown of the programme is a new commission from Sir Karl Jenkins, inspired by climate change and the effect it’s having on our fragile planet. His music also pays tribute to the valuable conservation work organisations such as The Wildlife Trust does to bring balance back to nature and slow down the effects of global warming.
In three movements, this piece is about climate change. It is impossible to cover every aspect and nuance of global warming in fifteen minutes of instrumental music with no text. I am not a believer in copious programme notes that mean little to most people. However, I have described some musical pointers to help the listeners on their way.
There would have been two ways to approach this composition; all doom and gloom from beginning to end or to introduce some element of hope. I have chosen the latter, so each movement contains a passage of optimism.
I. Scorched Earth
The title is taken from a military phrase where retreating armies left their mark by destroying the habitat as they marched, leaving nothing beneficial to humanity behind. In this instance, the core subject is heat of such intensity that it destroys all in its path: volcanic eruptions (with tsunamis being an after-effect), earthquakes, forest fires and smouldering landscapes. The slow middle - section, brings a suggestion of abatement and a plea for hope and renewal but the horror returns.
The movement opens with a dissonant cluster of cornets, signifying intense heat, interrupted by explosions from the percussion. Low-trilling brass brings a crescendo of menace that leads into the movement proper and its militaristic flavour. The plea for hope, mentioned above, interrupts the flow but catastrophe returns.
II. The Blue
The Blue refers to two of the biggest phenomena on Earth; the oceans (over 95% of the Earth’s water) and the Antarctic Blue Whale (the largest living being, mammal or animal). The movement opens with a reference to the Blue Whale, of which more below. This moves into a majestic theme reflecting both the ocean and the whale. A hint of impending doom is introduced by a faster tempo that spells possible disaster (whaling, oil spillage, etc). The music ends in a reflective mood that references the whale.
The whales are represented in the ensemble by the tubas in two ways. A low drone for its call and the ‘blowhole’ effect achieved by the band blowing air through their instruments without producing a note.
III. Flight
Flight explores the forced migration of all living beings, man and beast, with music building from small scurrying beings and birds to an exodus of humankind.
The movement opens with a tolling bell before a solo cornet enters, depicting a desolate landscape. Increasing movement builds in a minimalistic style, and episodic figures dart in and out before a slow low brass theme echoes humankind. The piece concludes with a big bold optimistic statement reminding us that nature is a powerful force, but we must help it recover.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
1. Pini di Villa Borghese,
Mvt 2. Pini presso una Catacomba,
Mvt 3. Pini del Gianicola,
Mvt 4. Pini della Via Appia
From The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain's Youth Band in the Saffron Hall, Saffron Walden for their Summer Concert on Saturday 5th April 2023.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.
Under the direction of Guest Conductor Sarah Ioannides, with Guest Soloist Scott Hartman.