Black Dyke Virtual Brass Day
Black Dyke Band has announced details of its forthcoming Virtual Brass Day. The event is scheduled to take place on March 27th and is sure to appeal to players Worldwide. Led by Director of Music, Professor Nicholas Childs, the day is aimed at providing players of Grade 5 level (or equivalent) a high intensity series of inspirational musical challenges balanced to offer the opportunity to improve all aspects of playing. Delegates will be treated to a star studded line-up of Black Dyke tutors including Richard Marshall, Connor Lennon, Siobhan Bates, Brett Baker, Daniel Thomas, Matthew Routley and Gareth Hand.
The Virtual Brass Day will be packed with masterclass workshops, soloist spotlight, sectional and full band rehearsals alongside plenty of fun with a quiz and the opportunity to enjoy highlights from one of Black Dyke's memorable historic concerts. Workshops including 'Motivation & Practice Techniques in the challenges of a pandemic', 'Tips from the Principals', and 'Performance Technique'.
The Black Dyke Virtual Brass Day costs just £35 per person and included is a full Zoom recording of the day. Commenting on the day Prof Childs stated, "We're really looking forward to putting on this exciting event. The aim is to join together to work hard with fun to improve your overall playing. There is something for everyone and it’s a wonderful opportunity to find out more about the Black Dyke ethos of making the most of your talents.
We've a remarkable base of fans and supporters across the world and this is our chance to offer them the opportunity to be part of the Black Dyke family.”
To book your place contact Course Administrator Alison Childs: alison4horn@btinternet.com Mob: +44 (0)7802 771735
Full Schedule (All times are UK GMT)
8.45am: Welcome and Registration
9.00am: Introductions and warm-up (Richard Marshall)
9.15am: Sectionals No.1 with tutors
10.15am: Morning Break
10.30am: Full Band Rehearsal No.1 with Prof. Nick
11.30 am: Motivation & Practice Techniques with Brett Baker
12.00 noon: Musical Quiz with Matthew Routley
12.30pm — 1.15pm: Lunch whilst enjoying the British Bandsman 125th Anniversary concert
1.15pm: Sectionals No.2 with tutors
2.00pm: Full Band rehearsal No.2 with Prof. Nick
2.45pm: Improving your Technique with Richard Marshall
3.15pm: Soloist Spotlight: Daniel Thomas, Siobhan Bates, Brett Baker, Richard Marshall
3.45pm: Break
4.00pm: Meet the Legends — Q & A session
4.30pm: Virtual Concert Performance
5.00pm: Good-byes
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