NYBBGB Announce Details for Children's Band 20th Anniversary Concert
NYBBGB Children's Band Celebrate 20 Years
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain (NYBBGB) is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary with a spectacular concert on August 2nd, 2024, at the Martin Harris Centre, University of Manchester. This milestone event will feature the talent of guest soloist Daniel Marsh and will be conducted by Lynda Nicholson, both of whom are alumni of NYBBGB.
The Programme
The band, led by Lynda Nicholson, (who is not only a former member or the NYBBGB, but also conducted the Children's Band's first course), is set for a brilliant afternoon of music.
The concert promises a rich and varied programme, showcasing the versatility and talent of the NYBBGB musicians, as well as the concert's featured soloist, Daniel Marsh.
First Half:
Festmusik der Stadt Wein – Strauss arr. Fernie
The Mandalorian – Ludwig Goransson arr. Tim Middleton
Kennesaw Mountain Blues – Stephen Bulla
Nocturne – Torstein Aargaard Nilsen
Capriccio Brillante – Herman Bellstedt arr. Sandy Smith, featuring Daniel Marsh
The King’s March – Jeremiah Clarke arr. Nicholson
The Pioneers – Philip Sparke
Interval
Second Half:
Mega-Mix – Charlotte Graham
Celebration – Ronald Bell arr. Kirby Shaw, featuring the Choir
Kuna Karamu – Traditional African arr. Sally Albrecht, featuring the Choir
Bhangra Dance – Stephen Roberts
Mid All the Traffic – Leonard Ballantine
Autumn Leaves – Joseph Kosma arr. Bill Geldard, featuring Daniel Marsh
Opus One – Cy Oliver arr. Bill Geldard
Event Details
The 20th Anniversary Concert of the NYBBGB will take place at 2 pm on August 2nd, 2024, at the Martin Harris Centre, University of Manchester.
It's sure to be an afternoon of extraordinary music, reflecting on two decades of excellence and looking forward to the future of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite.
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