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Dunster set for ultimate Area Test

Steve Dunster has been given the task of leading Test Valley Brass to the Areas in 2011.

Dunster
 

Now promoted to the Third Section, Test Valley Brass has teamed up with Steve Dunster to lead them in their assault at the Area Championships in Torquay in 2011.

Film scores

Steve lives in Hampshire was musical director for Woodfalls Concert Brass from 2003-2009 and currently spends a great deal of time composing for films, from horror to comedy – ideal preparation for band contesting then!

(Steve) currently spends a great deal of time composing for films, from horror to comedy – ideal preparation for band contesting then!4BR

Delighted

Steve told 4BR: "I’m delighted to be working with Test Valley Brass.They have an outstanding set up in terms of education and teaching and have helped many young people progress up through the ranks. Their Senior and Youth Band work closely together and form the pool of players which make up their contest band.

It’s an excellent idea to use home grown talent to compete at a national level."

Great news

Band Manager Julian King, added: "It’s great that Steve is coming to work with us. Not only is he an excellent musician with outstanding credentials but also a genuinely nice guy.

I am sure the members of Test Valley Brass will work very well under him and perform to their very best ability."

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