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New double Bond issue at Tongwynlais

Welsh champion announces Christopher Bond as their new Resident Conductor.

Tongwynlais
 

Welsh champion Tongwynlais Temperance has announced the appointment of are Christopher Bond as their new Resident Conductor.

Conductor and Composer

Balancing his new duties with his role as Musical Director of the Severn Tunnel Band, Christopher will also become the band’s new Composer in Residence.

The fourth year Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama student has already received acclaim for his compositions, with horn star Owen Farr the latest high profile performer to commission a new work, entitled, ‘A New Dawn’ which was premiered in performance with the Cornwall Youth Brass Band last month.

Impressed

Tongwynlais MD Steve Sykes told 4BR: "I'm absolutely delighted with the appointment. I've been impressed with his preparation and application in rehearsal and that he has quickly established a good working relationship with our players.

His role as Composer in Residence is also a really positive and productive factor in the further progress of the band."

Looking forward

Christopher added: "I’m really looking forward to working with Steve and Tongwynlais, and being a small part in an exciting time for the band, not least with their forthcoming appearance at the European Championships in Perth in May."

To be able to appoint a new Resident Conductor so quickly helps to keep a focus in the band with a busy few months aheadPrincipal cornet, Gareth Hann

Responded well

Principal cornet Gareth Hann added: "The band has responded well to Christopher's direction. To be able to appoint a new Resident Conductor so quickly helps to keep a focus in the band with a busy few months ahead.

I know that Steve and Christopher will be a great combination for us and we're looking forward to that musical relationship developing further."

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