ODBBA Composer Competition launched for Centenary

The centenary of the Oxfordshire & District Brass Band Association will be celebrated in 2023 by the launch of a special Composition Competition to find two new concert items for their member bands to play during the year. 

The two categories, Under 25's and Over 25's, welcome entries from composers from around the world. Each category winner will receive a prize of £500. Nigel Hall, the Association Vice-Chairperson stated, "We are looking for a concert work (not a solo) of between 3 and 6 minutes in duration, aimed at UK Third and Fourth Section band level."

The judging panel will consist of Phillip Littlemore, Alan Fernie and Gavin Somerset, and the results will be announced at the ODBBA Entertainment Contest on Sunday 6th November at Marlborough School , Woodstock.

For full rules of the competition and entry form, please email odbba@gmx.com

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