*
banner

North Shore team up for ground breaking production in NZ

A ground breaking partnership of brass and dance is set to recall a seminal moment in 20th century New Zealand history.

Rotunda
 

In a ground breaking first for New Zealand banding, North Shore Brass has collaborated with the New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) to present a new artistic collaboration entitled ‘Rotunda’.

Inspired

It has been inspired by the history of the city of Invercargill with Rotunda’s MD Don McGlashan rescoring iconic banding standards, alongside contemporary brass music from his own repertoire and that of fellow New Zealand composers Gareth Farr and John Ritchie.

Traditional hymns are woven into a stunning score to conjure the emotional landscape of a seminal time in New Zealand’s history following the outbreak of the First World War.

Traditional hymns are woven into a stunning score to conjure the emotional landscape of a seminal time in New Zealand’s history following the outbreak of the First World War4BR

Creative process

"This isn’t just a gig where we turn up and play," North Shore’s Musical Director, Colin Clark told 4BR:

"The band has been a part of the creative process since 2012, proving we are capable of a much wider range of music than just marches and Christmas carols."

Benefit

Colin added: "Working side-by-side with the NZDC has given the band a really exciting taste of the diverse and vibrant arts community with New Zealand – and one that will benefit us greatly as a band."

You Tube

You can find out more about North Shore Brass’ latest ground-breaking moves in a new video released at:

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/news/video.cfm?c_id=1503078&gal_cid=1503078&gallery_id=137388

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Desford Band

Rankings update: October

October 31 • Desford storm back into top ten as five-way battle for world number one goes down to the wire


Tivoli

Final countdown for Dutch National Championships

October 31 • 4BR will be heading to Utrecht to bring live comments on the Dutch National Championships.


siddis

Wobplay to broadcast SIDDIS entertainment

October 31 • Norwegian bands are putting the final touches to their preparations ahead of their entertainment challenges in Stavanger this weekend.


Yorkshire Youth Band

Yorkshire Youth gets anniversary boost

October 30 • The Yorkshire Youth Band will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a concert appearance at the 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival.


Regent Hall Concerts - Paddington Brass

Friday 31 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Sunday 2 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 2 November • St Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street. SE10 9BJ SE10 9BJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Elland Silver Band

Sunday 2 November • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 7 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Drighlington Band

October 30 • Drighlington Band are looking for the following players for a full compliment: . . - Front Row Cornet . - Euph or Baritone or Trombone (we are flexible!) . - Percussion (Kit or tuned)


Hathersage Band

October 30 • BACK ROW CORNET. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making, play a wide variety of music and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


Delph Band

October 30 • The Band are always looking for talented players to join them and are currently looking to fill the following positions - Tutti Cornet, Eb Bass and Percussion.. . We rehearse Mondays and Wednesdays 8-10pm at Delph Band Club.


Martyn Evans

BEd (Hons) NABBC member
Conductor, Band Trainer, Teacher, Adjudicator


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd