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Brass band welcome at Purcell School

Britain's oldest school for young musicians is now looking to help inspire cornet, horn, baritone and euphonium players.

Purcell School
  The Purcell School is now welcoming cornet, tenor horn, baritone and euphonium players

The Purcell School, Britain's oldest school for young musicians, continues to strengthen its link to the brass world.

Following the announcement made last year of the appointment of Mike Cavanagh as its new Head of Wind, Brass & Percussion, it has now announced that it will welcome applications from young brass band instrumentalists on cornet, tenor horn, baritone and euphonium players to study at the internationally renowned music school.

Situated in Bushey, Hertfordshire, on the outskirts of London, The Purcell School has long been a centre of excellence for brass players, offering exceptional training for trumpet, French horn, trombone and tuba.

Commitment

A spokesperson told 4BR that the department's expansion reflects the School's "commitment to nurturing the next generation of brass musicians across a broader range of instruments."

Students benefit from expert tuition, world-class performance opportunities and an unparalleled programme of events at leading concert venues across London.

With a rich tradition of developing outstanding young musicians, The Purcell School provides an inspiring environment where brass players can thrive.

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For more information, please visit: www.purcell-school.org or contact Mike Cavanagh directly at m.cavanagh@purcell-school.org

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D. Phil. (Oxon) [Ph.D Oxford University], GBSM, LTCL, ABSM, ALCM, Cert. Ed.


               

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