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Harper passion ignites Italian progress

Philip Harper's recent trip to Rome adds to the musical experience and development of the Italian Brass Band.

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  Philip Harper joined conductors Filippo Cangiamila and Giuseppe Saggio for the weekend.

The Italian Brass Band based in Rome has continued its artistic connections with leading brass band conductors and artists with the recent visit of Cory MD, Philip Harper.

Concert

The weekend of rehearsals and workshops (as well as visits to some of Rome's most famous landmarks) was completed with an evening concert at the beautiful Auditorium Amleto Lacerenza, home of the Italian Army Symphonic Band, conducted by the former and honorary IBB conductor Filippo Cangiamila.

The concert also reinforced the long-term collaboration between the Italian Brass Band and the acclaimed military ensemble, one that has continued under MD Giuseppe Saggio.

The response to his encouragement, insight and passionate musicality was something we thoroughly enjoyed and benefited from. It was a wonderful experienceItalian Brass Band

Highest regard

Italian Brass Band spokesperson Giovanni Celestino told 4BR: "The welcome visit of Philip Harper gave us the opportunity draw on the experience and talent of a musician we all hold in the highest regard.

The response to his encouragement, insight and passionate musicality was something we thoroughly enjoyed and benefited from. It was a wonderful experience."

Music

The music featured in the 'Autumn in Brass' concert came from the pans of Philip Sparke, Peter Graham, Thomas Doss and Theirry Deleruyelle as well as Giuseppe Verdi and Philip's own arrangement of 'The Incredibles' and 'La Fiesta'.

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