lynchie
Active Member
Just been to see this because a friend of mine plays in the band.
The first half was excellent, especially the Eb bass soloist, and his very entertaining rendition of Csardas. The arrangement of Caravan was very good, and showed that brass bands can swing when they try (no really, they can!!). Also enjoyed Lets Face the Music... which sounded like nothing I'd ever played!
Second half was not as good, although it had its moments. It was all film music and unfortunately there were a few too many Andrew Duncan arrangements which all start to sound a bit the same after a while. I did enjoy the music from Titanic, and the Disney melody (especially the solo trombone's monkey impressions)
Players deserving particular mention were the Eb bass player for his excellent solos (lovely sound, almost euphonium-like), and the Soprano player who just oozed class! Unfortunately, a lot of the band was made up of guest players and it showed. Hopefully when they get a full band together fully prepared they'll be able to show what they can really do.
The first half was excellent, especially the Eb bass soloist, and his very entertaining rendition of Csardas. The arrangement of Caravan was very good, and showed that brass bands can swing when they try (no really, they can!!). Also enjoyed Lets Face the Music... which sounded like nothing I'd ever played!
Second half was not as good, although it had its moments. It was all film music and unfortunately there were a few too many Andrew Duncan arrangements which all start to sound a bit the same after a while. I did enjoy the music from Titanic, and the Disney melody (especially the solo trombone's monkey impressions)
Players deserving particular mention were the Eb bass player for his excellent solos (lovely sound, almost euphonium-like), and the Soprano player who just oozed class! Unfortunately, a lot of the band was made up of guest players and it showed. Hopefully when they get a full band together fully prepared they'll be able to show what they can really do.