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Gregson interview at Elgar Festival

People attending the Elgar International Festival of Brass in Malvern can enjoy a trio of world class bands and a free interview with Edward Gregson in a packed day of entertainment.

Edward Gregson
  Edward Gregson will be interviewed by Frank Renton

The Elgar International Festival of Brass returns to Malvern Theatre on Sunday 8th June featuring three of the world's finest bands.

The performances from Cory, Black Dyke and Foden's will each feature a work from the pen of composer Edward Gregson in celebration of his 80th birthday.

In addition, there will also be the opportunity for the audience to enjoy a special interview with the composer hosted by Frank Renton.

Book a ticket

It will take place at 1.30pm (between the performances of Cory and Black Dyke) at Malvern Theatre. Admission is by free ticket, with limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. The duo will reflect on pivotal moments from the composer's career.

Please secure a free ticket at: https://malvern-theatres.co.uk/event/interview-with-edward-gregson/

Cory Band (12.30pm)

Beaufort Fanfare (Friedrich Gatterman)
Prelude and Capriccio (Gregson)
Soloist: Tom Hutchinson
Festival Music (Eric Ball)
Ensemble Mecanique (Viskamol Chaiwanichsiri)
Two Worlds (Philip Harper)

Black Dyke Band (2.30pm)

Prelude for an Occasion (Gregson)
Euphonium Concerto No.1 (Golland)
Soloist: Adam Bokaris
Suite from Things to Come (Bliss)
Connotations(Gregson)
One September Morning (Gregson)
Soloists: Mike Cavanagh & Phoebe Mallinson
Checkmate (Bliss)

Foden's Band (4.30pm)

Festival March, Chalk Farm No. 2 (Gregson)
Essay (Gregson)
Concerto Grosso (Crausaz)
Soloists: Gary Curtin & Mark Landon
The Children's Friend (Heaton)
Jesus in Tibet (Dobson)

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