Broadcast of new recording on the CD Postcards from Grimethorpe by Grimethorpe Colliery Band conducted by Jack Stamp
Serenata was broadcast on Georgia Mann's Essential Classics programme on Friday 15 September. One of two pieces on Grimethorpe's new CD, Serenata is currently one of my most performed works around the world including USA, Europe and UK by bands including Grimethorpe, Lydbrook, Bjorksvik, Lake Wobegon, Lithuanian, Regent and Fulham Brass Bands. Written (overnight!) in memory of Yvonne Hamblin from Lydbrook Band after the sad news of her death, it is playable by reduced formation and from youth through to championship sections.
Copies are available free of charge in aid of the British Heart Foundation from http://bit.ly/serenata-lizlane.
Currently available on catch-up until mid October 2023: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m001q78m.
Talking about my compositional journey and musical projects with Adrian Chiles and fellow guests Bear Grylls and Chris Roberts 'The Flamebaster'
Talking about my compositional journey and musical projects with Adrian Chiles and fellow guests Bear Grylls and Chris Roberts 'The Flamebaster'
Brand new wind band arrangement of 'Serenata' premiered by The Bands of HM Royal Marines (Collingwood) in Portsmouth.
Brand new wind band arrangement of 'Serenata' premiered by The Bands of HM Royal Marines (Collingwood) in Portsmouth.
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

Some of the best brass musicians in the world, at the peak of their powers, each presenting a programme of contemporary and traditional repertoire, along with major solo works, effortlessly linked by the inimitable Frank Renton.
Each band will be encouraged to present themselves in their best possible light, playing to their strengths and free of the stresses and strains of contesting.
The bands are:
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band: 10:30-11:15
Willebroek: 12:00-13:15
Black Dyke Band: 14:00-15:15pm
David Childs Solo Recital: 16:00-16:45
Flowers Band: 17:30-18:45
Foden's Band: 19:30-20:45

Step back in time for our Tudor Players Day at Berkeley Castle. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the past as live music and traditional Tudor dancing fill the Great Hall. With costumed performers and a lively, immersive atmosphere, it’s a wonderful way to experience the grandeur of the Castle as it might have been in the 1500s. Perfect for all ages, this special day brings history to life in the most entertaining way.
This event is included in the standard admission ticket. Simply book a ticket for 21st June.

These Islands - Summer Concert (details to follow)