A new era begins at Brass in Concert
Brass in Concert has announced the retirement of long-standing board member, David Bennett, who has also been the organisation’s Chairman since 2019. David’s involvement with Brass in Concert goes back to the event’s origins in Darlington, where it was established to celebrate HM The Queen’s Silver Jubilee in 1977. He will be succeeded by Paul Beere, whose family’s involvement also covers the entire history of the event, his father, Cyril, also being one of the founders along with Peter Hartley and Roy Newsome.
Paying tribute to his predecessor, Paul Beere commented: “I am very honoured to accept the position of Chairman and would like to thank David and his family for their enormous contribution to Brass in Concert over many years. His connections to artistic and charitable organisations, especially in the North East of England, have been vital in securing a vibrant future for what has become the leading brass band entertainment event in the world over the past 45 years. We all wish David a very happy and well-deserved retirement and look forward to welcoming him, in his new role as our Honorary President, to Sage Gateshead for many years to come!”
Nigel Stevens will take over the new position of Chief Executive Officer of Brass in Concert and will continue to be the main liaison with participants, sponsors and venues. This year’s Brass in Concert Championship will be held at Sage Gateshead on Saturday 19 November and details of the other Festival events will be announced in the coming weeks.
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