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New Horizons

August 2008 will see the launch of Cornwall Symphonic Brass a new and exciting brass group led by it’s Musical Director, Graham Boag when it has it’s first rehearsal. The ensembles membership is taken from the best orchestral brass players from across the county and will perform four concerts per year. Graham Boag (MD) has said, ‘this is a very exciting and unique development in Cornwall. I hope that with the quality of players around the stand this (ensemble) will soon be held in high regard throughout Cornwall and further a field for musical excellence’

The date of the first public performance is yet to be confirmed but it is anticipated that it will be Saturday 20^th September 2008 at the Truro Methodist Church. The programme will feature Janacek’ Fanfare from ‘Sinfonietta’ the Finale to Saint-Seans, Organ Symphony and a new arrangement of the March form ‘The Pines of Rome’.

Further information will be announced soon so please check this page again in the near future.

End of the Road

It is with great regret that I have had to step down from my position with the PolySteel Band. Due to increased work commitments and a round trip of 398 miles to rehearsal it was agreed that I could not give 100% to the band at this time. I am proud to have been part of this fine band and enjoyed every minute of my time there. I would like to wish the band every success for the forthcoming Masters and English Nationals. I am sure this is not the end of our relationship and I look forward to playing with them again in the future.

Further news will be announced on this site in due course.

3rd PLace for PolySteel at Torquay

Despite giving a quality performance and being strongly tipped to win the Area tile for the second consecutive year the band left Torquay on Sunday evening disappointed. Despite this the band is not downhearted and will start preparations for the All England International Masters to be held in Cambridge on 25^th May. I would like to congratulate Mount Charles and SWT Woodfalls bands who have qualified for the Royal Albert Hall National Finals in October this year, I’m sure they will represent the West of England well.

A full list of the Championship results can be seen bellow:

1. Mount Charles, A. Duncan, 8, 193
2. SWT Woodfalls, Dr. N. Childs, 7, 192
3. PolySteel, P. Harper, 3, 190
4. St. Keverne, S. Chappell, 11, 189
5. Lydbrook, T. Brevik, 9, 188
6. Camborne Town, F. Renton, 1, 187
7. St. Austell Town, Dr. R Newsome, 12, 186
8. Yeovil Town, D. Barringer, 5, 185
9. Poole Borough, P. Randell, 10, 184
10. Bournemouth Concert Brass, Major P. Parkes, 4, 183
11. Hyde, P. Wise, 2, 182
12. Aldbourne, M. White, 6, 181

A winning Start for PolySteel!

Following on from a successful CD recording the previous weekend (26/27^th Jan) the PolySteel Band travelled to Yeovil to defend the title that they won last year. Having listened to all thirteen bands adjudicator, Mr. David Hirst, awarded PolySteel first place. This win is the fourth time in six years that the band has won this contest. The West of England where strongly represented in the prizes with Camborne Town Band and Mount Charles being placed 2^nd and 3^rd respectfully. The full list of results, supplied by 4barsrest.com can be seen bellow:

1. PolySteel, Philip Harper, 5, 197
2. Camborne, Frank Renton, 9, 196
3. Mount Charles, Andrew Duncan, 10, 195
4. SWT Woodfalls, Melvin White, 4, 194
5. Friary Guildford, Chris King, 8, 193
6. Tredegar, Ian Porthouse, 2, 192
7. Parc and Dare, Richard Evans, 11, 191
8. BTM, Graham O’Connor, 190
9. Bournemouth Concert, Chris Davies OBE, 12, 189
10. Jaguar (Coventry), Dave Lea, 1, 188
11. Sovereign Brass, Stephen Roberts, 3, 187
12. Zone One Brass, Paul Archibald, 14, 186
13. Aldbourne, Melvin White, 185

Look out for further news in the coming weeks.

New Year, New Band

I am delighted to announce that I have joined the PolySteel Band with immediate effect. I look forward to the challenges ahead and making fine music with this exciting band. My first official appearance with the band will be at Yeovil on the 2^nd February, closely followed by the West of England Area Contest on 9^th March. Look out for further news on this page.

Seven Year itch!!

After a seven year association with CTB, which I have enjoyed immensely, I have decided to take time out of playing to concentrate on my arranging, writing and conducting. Good luck for CBT in the future, so watch this space for exciting new musical pieces from Tubariffic.com

Camborne win in style at the 'Bugle Contest'

Following fine performances of 'Celebration' by Leslie Condon and Berlioz's 'Le Carnival Romain' at Bugle yesterday, Camborne were crowned West Of England Bandsmen's Festival Champions, winning the Royal Trophy, for a record thirty sixth time!

Directed by their Professional Music Advisor, Frank Renton, Camborne were up against seven other bands and were successful in winning both the march and the test piece. Several of the band's soloists also won special awards. Rob Jose received 'Best Euphonium of the Day' and 'Best Player in the Championship Section', Les Kneebone was awarded 'Best Soprano of the Day' for a second consecutive year, and Mark Letcher won 'Best Solo Horn of the Day'.

Championship Section:
Test Piece – Le Carnival Romain

1.     Camborne Town     (Frank Renton) - 193
2.     Mount Charles      (Andrew Duncan) - 191
3.     St Austell Town     (David Loukes) - 189
4.     St Dennis     (Brian Minear) - 186
5.     Helston          (Jon Hitchins) - 185
6.     Wantage          (Phil Bailey) - 184
7.     Bodmin          (Steve Sykes) - 183
8.     Langley          (Cliff Parker) - 181

Best Player: Robert Jose – Euphonium (Camborne)

March – Celebration

1.     Camborne Town     (Frank Renton) - 96
2.     Mount Charles     (Andrew Duncan) - 94
3.     St Dennis     (Brian Minear) - 93
4.     St Austell Town     (David Loukes) - 90
5.     Helston          (Jon Hitchins) - 87
6.     Wantage          (Phil Bailey) - 86
7.     Bodmin          (Steve Sykes) - 85
8.     Langley          (Cliff Parker) - 83

Special Awards:
Best Soprano Cornet: Les Kneebone – Camborne Town
Best Euphonium: Robert Jose – Camborne Town
Best Horn: Mark Letcher – Camborne Town

As the winning band of the Championship Section, Camborne were the last band to march up before performing the traditional short concert in the square to round off the day. I had the privilege of conducting the band who played 'The Cossack', 'All In The April Evening' and finally 'Deep Harmony'.

Well done to the 'B' Band on their fine performance which saw them take the Third Section title.

Web Poll Result:

Answer	Votes (73)
Eb Tuba	40% (29 votes)
Bb Tuba	53% (39 votes)
C Tuba	5% (4 votes)
F Tuba	1% (1 votes)

Thank you for all who voted and as you can see it was an interesting result.

After an unsettled time regarding the Resident Conductor position with Camborne Town Band (CTB), I am delighted to announce that with immediate effect I have been appointed as the Assistant/Associate Resident Conductor of CTB. I am delighted to have been asked to take on this role and look forward to working with the band.

However, it is with great sadness that I also have to announce that my commitment to Yeovil Town Band has now ended. I would like to thank all the musicians at Yeovil Town Band for the hard work and support that they have shown since my appointment as resident Musical Director. I wish them well for the future and to grow from this years Area result and maintain Championship status for years to come.

Camborne Town Band came fourth at the West of England Area Contest. Despite a very strong performance Camborne Town Band could only manage 4th place at Torquay on Sunday 11th March. Yeovil Town Band maintain Top Section status by being placed higher than local rivals Sherborne Town. Yeovil will consolidate over the next year and return a stronger band for the 2008 contest. Congratulations got to PolySteel who came away with the top spot and Mount Charles in second; both bands go forward to represent the West of England at the National Finals at the Royal Albert Hall in October this year.

Full results are:

1. PolySteel, P. Harper, 3, 196
2. Mount Charles, A. Duncan, 6, 195
3. SWT Woodfalls, Dr. N. Childs, 9, 194
4. Camborne, F. Renton, 8, 193
5. Aldbourne, C. King, 4, 192
6. Bournemouth Concert Brass, N. Taken, 5, 191
7. Yeovil Town, D. Barringer, 7, 190
8. St. Austell Town, D. Loukes, 2, 189
9. Lydbrook, D. Williams, 1, 188
10. Sherborne Town, P. Cosh, 10, 187
11. Poole Borough, P. Randell, 11, 186