The nationwide ‘Brass the Baton’ project came to an end on Sunday in Durham, following 11 weeks and over 90 performances involving over 5,000 musicians the length and breadth of the country.

Going the Distance

Once again the strains of the specially written music, ‘Going the Distance’, by Paul Lovatt-Cooper was heard to celebrate the final journey’s of the five special batons, which have in turn been part of no less than in 15 Olympic Torch Relay celebrations and countless Jubilee celebrations.

Brass Band musicians from all over the country travelled to Durham to help the ‘Brass the Baton’ project cross the finishing line at the International BRASS Festival.

This project was only possible through the commitment, enthusiasm and innovation of everyone who volunteered to take partTerry Luddington

Commitment

‘Brass the Baton’ Project Director, Terry Luddington, told 4BR: "This project was only possible through the commitment, enthusiasm and innovation of everyone who volunteered to take part. We would like to publicly thank them all, especially the individuals and bands who made the trip to Durham on Sunday, you guys really Go the Distance!"

Legacy

He added: "As a lasting legacy we look forward to seeing many more performances of all five colour versions ‘Going the Distance’ into the future."