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Garasi takes permanent helm at Brass Band of Battle Creek

Michael Garasi has been appointed the permanent conductor of Brass Band of Battle Creek.

Michael J Garasi
 

The Brass Band of Battle Creek has announced that it has appointed Michael Garasi as its first permanent conductor in 25 years.

Proven

Founding Director, Jim Gray told 4BR: "Michael has proven himself to be thoroughly prepared and consistent in his conducting.

He has first-hand knowledge of how much, musically, a brass band can accomplish and his outstanding experience with the likes of Brass Band of Central Florida and Grimethorpe Colliery has served him well."

Valuable

He added: "Michael has become a valuable resource in concert planning and execution and is a talented arranger and musical advisor.

His appointment as conductor also strengthens our team in other ways. Michael will help with our educational programmes, fundraising and overall planning.

His kindness, enthusiasm, intelligence, attention to detail and his ability to work with others are all traits that led us to this decision. This is a huge step for the BBBC, one we are proud to take."

Success

Following his highly successful tenure with Brass Band of Central Florida which made a startling impression on the banding world, Michael Garasi held the position of Music Director and Principal Conductor of the professional Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra for eight years.

His national profile has been enhanced further in recent years with acclaimed associations with many leading orchestras and critically acclaimed education programmes.

His kindness, enthusiasm, intelligence, attention to detail and his ability to work with others are all traits that led us to this decision. This is a huge step for the BBBC, one we are proud to takeFounding Director, Jim Gray

Privilege

He told 4BR: "It is a privilege to be appointed to this role with such a superb ensemble of world class musicians. This is the start of another wonderful chapter in my musical career and one I am thoroughly excited about.

The musical ethos of The Brass Band of Battle Creek is something that resonates completely with me — and I hope to be able to it and the band justice."

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