FANFARE WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT 2018 

Thurrock Marching Brass in conjunction with Marching Band Activity United Kingdom is proud to confirm that they are organising a World Record attempt for the longest fanfare line in history during 2018. 

They have teamed up with the British Youth Band Association who has graciously allowed the attempt to take place at their prestigious National Championships in October 2018. This will be held in Worcester on either Saturday 6 or Sunday 7 October, which will be confirmed once fixture lists have been released in July 2018. Paul Binder, band director of Romford Drum & Trumpet Corps is confirmed as the principal conductor for this event. 

This official notice is an open invitation to anyone in the United Kingdom to take part. It is hoped that 150 or more trumpet, cornet and bass brass players from across the United Kingdom and from every type organisation will take part. The current World Record stands at 146 players. 

Eligibility: 
1. Can play valved trumpet/cornet/bass brass Instrument (your own instrument required) 
2. Must be able to attend at least one rehearsal session 
3. Must be 6 or older 
4. Can attend all day at the British Youth Band Association National Championships on 6 or 7 October 2018 (actual date tbc). 

Speaking about the attempt, Thurrock Marching Brass Chairman, Paul Morgan said “The ability for all marching band people to get along with each other regardless of where they come from or who they may or may not be affiliated with remains incredibly strong in the United Kingdom. I am hoping that we can reach out not only to the general banding world but specifically to the many alumni out there of TMB, who are celebrating their 45th anniversary this year. This effort will be dedicated to all the many people who have played a part both on and off the field in the band, corps and colourguards over the years.  

"I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Paul Cartwright and everyone at the British Youth Band Association for allowing the attempt to be staged at their 2018 National Championships. The whole National Championships look set to being a spectacular event and I would encourage everyone to go see what the talented youngsters can do for yourself. Finally, I would urge everyone to register their interest and let’s see just how many we can get into the fanfare line to not only break, but to smash the existing record!” 

In order to take part please register your interest by emailing fwra2018@gmail.com where further details will be provided. 
 
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