*
banner

Gray replacement for Conductor Competition

Mareika Gray will replace Sarah Groarke-Booth on the adjudication panel for the Brass Band Conductors Association Conducting Competition.

Mareika Gray
  Mareika Gray will join Paul Holland to judge at the event

The Brass Band Conductors Association has announced that Mareika Gray will replace Sarah Groarke-Booth on the adjudication panel for their flagship competition.

It follows an unforeseen change in Sarah Groarke-Booth's availability and will now see Mareika join Paul Holland.

Day of competition

They will judge the 12 semi-finalists on Saturday 17th June conducting the Hammonds Band on John Golland's 'Sounds', as well as Edward Gregson's 'The World Rejoicing'. Six finalists will be subsequently chosen to conduct Eccles Borough Band in the Gala Concert (7.30pm) in Eccles Town Hall. They will be conducted by Russell Gray.

Mareika is a past Chairperson of the BBCA, and actively involved with both the BBCA. She is also the MD of Eccles Borough Band and professional conductor of Ratby Co-operative Band, both of which she has led to considerable success.

Both the competition and Gala Concert are free to attend, with a retiring collection at the end of the concert.

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    


Cumbria

Youth places up for grabs in Cumbria

July 23 • There are still places to be filled for a cracking youth led course at Sedburgh School next month.


Riverside Youth Band

Warm welcome and hot playing for Riverside Youth

July 23 • Young players wishing to take their first steps on their banding journey are being encouraged to give things a buzz with Riverside Youth Band.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

July 23 • From ABBA to Slavonic Dance over the airwaves with Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge this weekend.


Rodney Newton

80th birthday concert celebration for Newton

July 19 • Rodney Newton will enjoy a musical celebration of his birthday this weekend in Cambridge.


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Saffron Hall

Wednesday 27 August • Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

July 23 • Moving to the West Midlands this autumn or fancy a change of bandroom scenery? . The band are looking to recruit a 2nd Euphonium and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

July 23 • 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.


Tewit Silver Band

July 23 • Tewit Silver Band is looking for a talented and committed Solo Cornet player to join our dedicated team as we build towards the Scottish Open 25 and beyond. Based in Huby- between Leeds, Bradford, and Harrogate, 5 mins walk from Weeton Station.


Simon Gresswell


Conductor, adjudicator, tutor, tuba specialist


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd