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Bates takes baton at Strata Brass

Tenor horn star Jonathan Bates has become the new Musical Director at Yorkshire band Strata Brass.

Jonathan Bates
  Jonathan Bates is the new MD at Strata Brass

Strata Brass has announced the appointment of Jonathan Bates as their new Musical Director. The tenor horn star will take up his new role from 14th May.

Fresh approach

Band spokesperson Paul Wilkinson told 4BR: "We went through a lengthy selection process from several quality applicants and felt that Jonathan's fresh approach and enthusiasm warranted the choice of him as MD.

He has already established himself as one of the finest horn players in the country and that together with his growing reputation as a composer/arranger means he brings with him that experience to his fledgling conducting career."

He has already established himself as one of the finest horn players in the country and that together with his growing reputation as a composer/arranger means he brings with him that experience to his fledgling conducting careerStrata Brass

Enjoyed

Paul added: "The band has thoroughly enjoyed the few rehearsals he has taken and we look forward to developing with him over the coming months."

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