*
banner

Dark Arteries gains Norwegian acclaim

Manger Musikklag give Norwegian premiere of brass band score to 'Dark Arteries' by Gavin Higgins.

Brass Wind
  Manger Musikklag take the applause as Gavin Higgins looks on

Manger Musikklag has given the Norwegian premiere of 'Dark Arteries' at the prestigious BrassWind Festival for contemporary music.

The brass band score of Gavin Higgins' ballet work was conducted by Peter S. Szilvay to widespread critical acclaim and a standing ovation from the audience.

Proud

A Band spokesperson told 4BR: "Everyone associated with Manger Musikklag is thrilled to see exciting music such as 'Dark Arteries' emerge from the UK, and we are proud to have been able to give premiere performances in Norway over the last few years."

They added: "`Dark Arteries' hit home with the band and the audience alike and made a huge impression. We really enjoyed working with Gavin and his enthralling piece, and we hope to get the opportunity to do so again in the future."

Delighted

Gavin Higgins was equally delighted at the reception his work gained on its Norwegian premiere: "I was thrilled to hear Manger Musiklaag perform 'Dark Arteries' so brilliantly at the BrassWind Festival.

This was my first experience of working with a Norwegian band and it was inspiring."

I was thrilled to hear Manger Musiklaag perform 'Dark Arteries' so brilliantly at the BrassWind Festival. This was my first experience of working with a Norwegian band and it was inspiringGavin Higgins

Open minded

He added: "Manger and Peter really understand my music and they gave a wonderfully nuanced performance of the piece. The percussion section at the opening of the second movement was the most convincing I've heard it played.

I hope that one day bands in the UK will adopt the open minded approach to music making bands like Manger embrace. I can't wait to work with them again."

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    


Brass in Concert

Just 10 and counting for Brass in Concert

October 18 • There are now just 10 tickets left before the sold-out signs are posted for the Brass in Concert Championships.


Jenkins

Armed Man comes to Swansea

October 18 • Sir Karl Jenkins will lead the Aldbourne Band in the Welsh premiere of his new brass band version of 'The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace' at the Brangwyn Hall on Sunday.


Tivoli

Dutch bands prepare for Gregson National challenges

October 18 • Works by Edward Gregson will test the competing bands at the Dutch National Championships in Utrecht.


Rochdale

Full day of contest action in Rochdale

October 18 • If you are in the area why not pop along to enjoy the competitive action at Wardle Academy


Regent Brass - Brett Baker

Friday 17 October • The Salvation Army (Regent Hall), 275 Oxford Street, London WC1 2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Berkeley Brass

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Wigfield Brass Quintet

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Brass

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Oxted Brass Band - Tom Smith (Brighouse & Rastrick)

Saturday 18 October • St John’s, Hurst Green, Kent RH8 9EA


Hathersage Band

October 17 • BASS TROMBONE. 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?


Crewe Brass

October 16 • Crewe Brass are looking for PERCUSSION (TUNED and KIT) to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.


Crewe Brass

October 16 • Crewe Brass are looking for a BBb BASS player to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.


Prof. Christopher Houlding

MMus, GGSM, LRAM
Conductor, Performer, Educator


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd