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30 years of Maines supply

John Maines recently celebrated 30 years as trombone tutor on the National Youth Brass Band.

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John Maines recently celebrated 30 years as Trombone Tutor with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.

Presentation

On the recent Summer Course at Framlingham, John was presented with a crystal decanter and glasses along with a engraved plaque and certificate to mark the occasion by Artistic Director Bramwell Tovey.

First course

John’s first course as tutor was in 1979 and since that time he has seen many top players come through the ranks from Nicholas Childs and Ian Bousfield to Martin Winter, David Thornton and the new principal trumpet of the London Symphony Orchestra, Philip Cobb.

I would like to thank all those who have sent me best wishes, and I readily acknowledge the fantastic help and guidance from the NYBBGB Administrator, Philip BiggsJohn Maines

Thanks

He has worked with past Music Directors such as Arthur Butterworth, Roy Newsome, Elgar Howarth and the present incumbent Bramwell Tovey as well as a host of top name guest conductors and tutors.

John told 4BR: "I would like to thank all those who have sent me best wishes, and I readily acknowledge the fantastic help and guidance from the NYBBGB Administrator, Philip Biggs."

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