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Timpani changes at Spring Festival

Organisers clarify timpani provision for Grand Shield, Senior Cup and Senior Trophy in Blackpool.

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The organisers of the Spring Festival in Blackpool have informed 4BR that after receiving several enquiries concerning percussion equipment for the contest, the decision has been made to clarify what timpani will be available on the day in each of the three sections.

Payne provision

The instruments will be provided by Ray Payne, who will be on hand as usual to provide help and advice to performers.

A spokesperson told 4BR: “The provision of percussion at is taken very seriously by the contest organisers, and we believe that in Ray Payne we are provided with percussion equipment and advice that is second to none. As always we are very grateful for the service and advice that he provides.”

The provision of percussion at is taken very seriously by the contest organisers, and we believe that in Ray Payne we are provided with percussion equipment and advice that is second to noneOrganisers

Timpani

After discussing the provision of timpani with Ray, it has been decided that to help to resolve any concerns the following instrumentation will be provided.

Grand Shield:
On Shoulders of Giants (Peter Graham)
Opera House

4 Majestic Symphonic Grand copper pedal timpani and chair (clutch action pedal)

32” Db – C
29” F – Eb
26” A – G
23” C — B


Senior Trophy:
Chivalry (Martin Ellerby)
Ballroom

5 Adams Symphonic copper pedal timpani and chair (clutch action pedal)

32” Db – C
29” F – Eb
26” A – G
26" Bb – G
23” C — B


Senior Cup:
Elgar Variations (Martin Ellerby)
Pavilion Theatre

4 Timpani Majestic Symphonic copper pedal timpani and chair (clutch action pedal)

32” Db – C
29" F – Eb
26” A – G
23” C — B

Further enquiries

If anyone has any further queries please contact the Contest Controller Frank Hodges.

Frank Hodges,
39 Broxton Avenue, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 8NP
Telephone: 01942 703217
Mobile: 07930 562 7680
Email: frankhodges@btinternet.com

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