*
banner

Geneva adds Dan Thomas to star line-up

Black Dyke solo euphonium Dan Thomas becomes the latest Development & Performance Artist with the Geneva Group.

Daniel Thomas
  Daniel Thomas becomes the latest high profile signing at Geneva Group

The Geneva Group has added to its formidable stable of Development & Performance Artists with the major singing of Black Dyke Band solo euphonium, Dan Thomas

Sought after

The Welshman began his musical career on percussion but quickly became one of the most sought after euphonium players in Wales after making his mark with the highly successful Ebbw Valley Band, competing at his first National Finals in 2009, aged just 15.

In 2009 he successfully auditioned for the National Youth Brass Band of Wales under the direction of Nicholas Childs and Edward Gregson and later joined Cory under Dr Robert Childs.

He later moved to Tredegar where he was a star performer in their remarkable 2013 British Open victory where he won the Geoffrey Whitham 'Best Euphonium' prize. He has since won it again in 2019.

His decision to study at the RNCM in Manchester saw him join Black Dyke, where his emerging solo career saw him win the BBC Radio 2 Young Brass Award and also the Euphonium Artist Competition at the I.T.E.C. (International Tuba Euphonium Conference) Festival in the USA.

Remarkable performer

His appointment at solo euphonium at the Queensbury band he joins a historic list of world class performers, and he is now rightly regarded as one of the most remarkable performers of his generation.

He is regarded as the leading performer of the new generations of euphonium players — his stunning technique allied to an intuitive musicality that stands out on the contest, concert and recording platformBrett Baker

Huge coup

Geneva Group General Manager Brett Baker told 4BR: "Signing Daniel to our world class stable of Development & Performance Artists is a huge coup.

He is regarded as the leading performer of the new generations of euphonium players — his stunning technique allied to an intuitive musicality that stands out on the contest, concert and recording platform.

It's thrilling for the company to have a player of Dan's calibre on board with us as he offers a unique opportunity to develop our range of instruments into new spheres."

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    


Bandsafe

BBE BOPA renewed by Department of Education

July 5 • New safeguarding measures have come into place with BBE's BOPA renewed to give bands essential help.


Hands

Blissful appointment at Carlton Brass

July 5 • Matt Ludford-King has been appointed as the new MD at Carlton Brass as they look towards their Cheltenham National Finals appearance.


Smith and Grezzy

Smith & Grezzy: Big Chat podcast

July 5 • The latest episode is entitled 'Entertainment Post Bag and Talking with Dinosaurs'...


roal

Royal seal of approval for Scottish banding

July 5 • Scottish banding has been playing its part in welcoming the royals on their latest visit to the nation.


Brass Bands England - Brass Band Week

Saturday 5 July • Nation wide


Besses Boys' Band - Besses Boys' Band Summer Concert

Saturday 5 July • The Derby High School, Radcliffe Rd, Bury BL9 9NH


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band - Summer Concert

Sunday 6 July • Community Church Putney, Werter Road. SW15 2LL


Longridge Band - Anniversary Concert

Saturday 12 July • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT


Haverhill Silver Band - Proms Concert - St Ives

Saturday 12 July • Hill Rise Park, St Ives PE27 6SP


Concert Brass Poynton

July 4 • Concert Brass Poynton: No Contesting - Not a learners Band. Rehearse on Wednesday Evenings between 8.00 to 10.00pm (short comfort break). We seek a front row cornet and a Tenor Horn and A Tenor Trombone and Bass Trom too..


Ocean Brass

July 4 • Ocean Brass are inviting applications for a kit player, as we prepare for an exciting schedule of concerts and contests in the second section through 2025 and beyond! We rehearse Thursdays 8pm-10pm, Banister Park Bowls Club, Southampton, SO50 9HT


Haverhill Silver Band

July 3 • Haverhill Silver Band (championship section) seeks a PRINCIPAL CORNET. This is a superb opportunity to lead East Anglia's premier brass band on the concert and contest stage (including the Senior Cup and Whit Friday).


Rob Nesbitt

BSc, PG Cert. Ed.
Cartoonist , illustrator, writer


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd