Reviews | Brass Band World

Friday 14 October 2016

Sliding changes with global appeal

Educator, Dr. Richard Jones, takes a look at the new Associated Board trombone syllabus.In 2017, the new ABRSM Trombone Syllabus will see significant changes that may demonstrate a more global appeal to its entrants. As with the updates to the institution’s Trumpet Syllabus, there are at least five changes within each...read more

Friday 14 October 2016

CD: War Memorials

BBW Chief Contributor, Christhopher Thomas, recently reviewed a most compelling new release featuring two bands and three conductors.Tredegar Town Band: Conductor, Ian PorthouseCory Band: Conductors, Dr. Robert Childs and Philip Harper Let me say right away that it is well nigh impossible to overstate the importance of this compelling new release on...read more