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Thornton set for Frankfurt debut.

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David Thornton will be making his first appearance at the world famous Frankfurt Music Fair next month.

Promoting

The star euphonium player has been the signed by Sterling Instruments and will be promoting the new Sterling Virtuoso euphonium at one of the music world’s most prestigious commercial gatherings.

Reputation

The reputation of the Sterling Virtuoso euphonium has been enhanced further by the news that Rory Cartmell of Zone One Brass recently picked up his second successive ‘Best Euphonium’ Award at the London & Southern Counties Regional Championships in Stevenage.

Huge boost

Sterling’s Paul Riggett told 4BR: "Having David Thornton on board is a huge boost. He is a player with a worldwide reputation, and an artist who commands huge respect. For him to choose to play on a Sterling Virtuoso euphonium goes to show that the very best brass musicians choose the very best brass instruments."

Having David Thornton on board is a huge boost. He is a player with a worldwide reputation, and an artist who commands huge respectPaul Riggett

Skills

Paul added: "To see Rory win the prestigious award at Stevenage was a delight. He is wonderful player and we are delighted that his skills were shown off to such brilliant effect on his Sterling Virtuoso euphonium."

Frankfurt

David Thornton will be on hand in Frankfurt to talk at length about the Sterling range, so why not come along and say hello and try out the instrument that he believes is the best in the world.

Our stand is in Hall 1:1 — D54, where David will be available all day.

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