*
banner

Memorable day for Shipston youngsters

It proved to be a memorable contest day for some talented youngsters from Shipston Band at the recent Oxford & District Brass Band Association contest.

Alec
 

Last weekend a number of players from Shipston Town made their annual visit to the annual Solo, Duet Quartet & Ensemble contest held at Marlborough School in Woodstock organised by the Oxford & District Brass Band Association.

Special day

Whilst the band enjoyed a very successful day, it was a very special one for two of their youngest performers — 8 year old cornet players Alec Banner and Talullah Matthews.

Alec won the '8 Years & Under' slow melody event, playing the 'Skye Boat Song', closely followed by 7 year old Peter Coates also from Shipston. Alec then joined with Talullah to win the 'Under 11 Duet' beating a number of much more experienced players with their performance of 'Blowing in the Wind'.

The day was rounded off with a surprise for Alec when he received his trophy — with his moment of glory 'photo bombed' by adjudicators Tom Davoren and Ben Stratford to make it a truly memorable victory4BR

Memorable pic

The day was rounded off with a surprise for Alec when he received his trophy — with his moment of glory 'photo bombed' by adjudicators Tom Davoren and Ben Stratford to make it a truly memorable victory.

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    


Competiton

Conductors prepare to claim Final berths

June 28 • The semi-finalists at the Brass Band Conductors Association Conducting Competition will be looking to book their place in the final this evening in Halifax.


Mnozil Brass

Choir pews only for Mnozil

June 28 • If you want to see Mnozil Brass tonight in Birmingham then be prepared to sit in the choir.


Russell Gray

Gray Pops in to CBS news...

June 28 • Russell Gray recently appeared on Minnesota CBS News in the USA to give a plug for the start of the Minneapolis Pop Concert series he is leading.


Foden's Armagh

Foden's stars to lead in Armagh once again

June 28 • Players from Foden's Band will continue to help inspire players of all ages and abilities in Armagh in August.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Sandy Smith


Conductor, teacher, adjudicator and arranger


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd