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New Composer in Residence at Brisbane XLCR

Benjamin Tubb-Hearne takes on the role of Composer in Residence at Australian National Champion.

Benjamin Tubb-Hearne
  Benjamin Tubb-Hearne has been associated with the band for over a decade.

Brisbane Excelsior Band has announced the appointment of Benjamin Tubb-Hearne as its news Composer in Residence.

A widely respected figure in the brass band and wider arts community he moved to Brisbane in 2013 after studying at the RNCM in Manchester, joining Brisbane Excelsior Band on solo horn — a role he still holds.

Compositions

His compositions have gained critical acclaim, with works such as 'A Bournemouth Suite', 'A Brisbane Journey', 'Moonscapes' and 'The Legend of Pandora' having been played in contest and concerts across the banding world.

He has also composed a number of bespoke works for Brisbane's own solo leads such as 'Glasshouse Whispers' for Jaime Fixter (soprano) and 'Song for Coda' for Tamaryn Mirabito (flugel), whilst 'Faithful Mercies', won the hymn section at the 2023 Queensland State Championships.

We are looking forward to the collaboration with Ben joining forces with Professional Conductor David Bremner as part of the XLCR creative teamBrisbane XLCR Band

Valuable

Speaking about the appointment, Ross Moloney, President of Brisbane Excelsior Band said: "This has been a long time coming and is extremely valuable for the organisation. Ben's arrangements and compositions speak for themselves.

We are looking forward to the collaboration with Ben joining forces with Professional Conductor David Bremner as part of the XLCR creative team."

Find out more:

To found out more about Ben's music go to: www.bthmusic.au

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Conductor, Composer, Adjudicator (ABBA)


               

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