2020 Brass Band League online solo contest
Although there have been cancellations to some Brass Band League of Northern Ireland (BBL) events this year, a recent online solo competition proved to be a great success with 52 entrants taking part across four sections.
A four-minute time limit was set for performances but competitors could play any piece they wanted, accompanied or unaccompanied. Entries were broadcast on the Brass Band League Facebook page from 19th to 27th November with the results revealed a day later. All competitors received a certificate alongside adjudicators remarks in electronic format.
BBL spokesperson Amber MacLennan stated, "As organisers it has been wonderful to see the support given by the competitors and in particular from the younger players, which was amazing. We hope that the event has helped to inspire everyone to get their instruments out and get playing again. Everyone was fantastic and should all be very proud of themselves. The BBL would like to say a massive thank the adjudicators for giving up their time and energy, Bob Quick for giving us the idea to run the event and Kevin Teers and the IABCB for all of the help and support."
Results:
12 and under:
Adjudicators: Gael Haslett & Robin Clinton
1. Oliver Quinn
2. Kenan Kaya
3= Hollie Hamilton
3= Rebekah Sharpe
13-15:
Adjudicators: Laura Salt & Martin Wall
1. Zeki Kaya
2. OwenBranningan
3. Sophie Hueston
16-18:
Adjudicators: Bob Quick & Rachel Bingham
1. Louise Bell
2. Andrew Milligan
3. Peter Alcorn
19 and over:
Adjudicators: Brendan Breslin & James MacCafferty
1. Kelly Kaya
2. Tom Black
3. Hannah Calderwood
4. Paul Wilson
5. Kevin Teers
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