The WMBBA Contest was held at the new venue of Pershore High School, Worcestershire on the weekend and according to reports proved to be exceptionally popular with both players and supporters alike.
Fine music
Adjudicator John Berryman had a great deal of fine music making to enjoy throughout the day, as Enderby Band took the honours in the First Section under the direction of MD Jonathan Mott, beating off the assault of seven rivals, whilst Olney Town Brass held off a strong challenge from experienced opposition in the Second.
Cubbington Silver under the direction of Alex Webb claimed victory in the Third Section.
Excellent
Although the Association did not attract entries from Fourth Section bands this year, it was delighted with how the event ran and all the facilities provided by the school including excellent refreshments and a bar.
Positive feedback
Commenting on the day, Barbara Dunscombe, chair of the WMBBA, told 4BR: "The initial feedback on the new location and the day from bands and supporters has been very positive. Of course, the change of venue has provided its challenges and the WMBBA welcomes feedback from bands on the contest at the new venue."
The initial feedback on the new location and the day from bands and supporters has been very positiveWMBBA Chairman, Babara Dunscombe
More information
For more information, go to: http://www.wmbba.org
Next year will see a change in date as the contest moves to Sunday 14th October, again at Pershore High School.
Results:
Adjudicator: John Berryman
First Section:
1. Enderby Brass (Jonathan Mott)
2. Oddfellows Brass (Robert Boulter)
3. The Wigston Band (Garry Sleath)
4. Carlton Brass (Geoff Hawley)
5. The Egham Band (Gareth Green)
6. Bedworth Brass (Jason Glynn)
7. Yiewsley & West Drayton (Chris Cole)
8. Shirland Welfare (Marie Smith)
Best Instrumentalist: Luke Atkinson — Eb Bass (Oddfellows Brass)
Second Section:
1. Olney Town Brass (Ed Keeley)
2. Strata Brass (David Holling)
3. Bakewell Silver (Mark Wilcockson)
Best Instrumentalist: Jack Wilson — Cornet (Olney Town Brass)
Third Section:
1. Cubbington Silver (Alexander Webb)
2. Stourport-on-Severn Brass (Mike West)
3. Rushden Windmill (John Fletcher)
4. Shipston Town (Howard Gibbs)
5. City of Birmingham Brass (Warren Belshaw)
6. Amington (Wes Kendrick)
7. West Mercia Police (Alwyn Green)
8. Newhall (Kevin Holdgate)
Best Instrumentalist: Mark Hanson — Euphonium (Rushden Windmill)
