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Mead set for latest US Tour

Euphonium virtuoso Steven Mead is getting ready to rack up the miles in the USA with his latest recital tour.

Steven Mead
 

Euphonium virtuoso Steven Mead is about to embark on a busy eight stop University tour beginning on February 9th.

His itinerary includes recitals and performances at the following venues:

Venues:

9th-11th: Anderson University, South Carolina
12th-13th: Indiana University, Bloomington
14th-15th: Adrian College, Michigan and Windsor, Canada
16th-18th: Penn State University
19th-20th: Crane University, Potsdam NY
21st-22nd: James Madison University, Virginia
23rd-24th: UGA and Georgia Brass Band, Atlanta

Brass bands

During the trip he will play two concerts with the James Madison University Brass Band and the Georgia Brass Band.

Other prestigious events include a concert with the Wind Symphony from the Indiana University, Bloomington.

I’m very grateful to all schools for hosting me and look forward to a fabulous time, giving masterclasses, recitals, concerts with band and meeting the many fantastic low brass players and teachers on the waySteven Mead

Look forward

Steve told 4BR: "I’m very grateful to all schools for hosting me and look forward to a fabulous time, giving masterclasses, recitals, concerts with band and meeting the many fantastic low brass players and teachers on the way."

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