Connections around the world from New Zealand to Australia, Canada and the USA - and a special performance next year in the Netherlands.
I recently completed an exciting commission for the first Youth Division Contest at WMC Kerkrade - the music is called Connections. I love the design on the front which is all about phone connections around the world.
And I realised today how far around the world my music has travelled this year - starting in the USA in February with the University of Florida Brass Band playing my Hymn to the Cross. Then to New Zealand with Wellington Brass and David Bremner performing Silver Rose in April. Back to the USA in August for a USA premiere of Three Trinities for organ by Carson Cooman and on to Australia where Victoria Park Band are playing three pieces next weekend (13 September) - Hymn to the Cross, Robin Robin and Serenata. On to Canada for a performance of Rhythm of Light by Laurier Brass Ensemble at Wilfrid Laurier University in November and finally to the USA in December where the Brass Band of Louisville will play Shadow cast by the sun from 'Rhythm of Light' at the 79th Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference in Chicago.
My grateful thanks to all. Now if only I could fly quickly how I'd love to get to all those places!
Serenata recording by Grimethorpe and Jack Stamp featured again on BBC Radio 3's Sunday breakfast show
Serenata recording by Grimethorpe and Jack Stamp featured again on BBC Radio 3's Sunday breakfast show
Connections around the world from New Zealand to Australia, Canada and the USA - and a special performance next year in the Netherlands.
Connections around the world from New Zealand to Australia, Canada and the USA - and a special performance next year in the Netherlands.
'Landscapes' and 'Shadow cast by the sun' from 'Rhythm of Light', recorded by Hepworth Band and conducted by Ryan Watkins, will be broadcast on Radio 3 Sunday 29 June. 'Rhythm of Light' was commissioned in 2021 to celebrate the life and work of sculptor Barbara Hepworth.
'Landscapes' and 'Shadow cast by the sun' from 'Rhythm of Light', recorded by Hepworth Band and conducted by Ryan Watkins, will be broadcast on Radio 3 Sunday 29 June. 'Rhythm of Light' was commissioned in 2021 to celebrate the life and work of sculptor Barbara Hepworth.

After a sellout event last year, Youth Brass in Concert is back – and it’s sure to be bigger and bolder!
Join us the day after the 48th Brass in Concert Championship to witness seven of the UK’s best youth bands compete for the prestigious title of Youth Brass in Concert Champions. Expect a level of creative programming and musical calibre which proves that the future of brass banding is in seriously good hands.
Celebration and passion lie at the heart of the show, so whether you’re a seasoned brass fan or new to the scene, you do not want to miss this day.

The Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference offers guests interested in music education an array of clinics and exhibits, as well as access to music and teaching icons. The conference will also focus on industry trends and future topics in business and music education. With more than 18,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 40 countries, The Midwest Clinic offers music educators and musicians alike an unmatched networking opportunity.