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New composer voice at BTM

BTM welcome Tom Davoran as their first composer/arranger in residence.

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The BTM Band has announced the appointment of Tom Davoran as its composer/arranger in residence.

Innovative music

The band have already performed Tom's first work 'Diversions on Calon Lan' written for Jonathan Pippen the band's solo trombone and they are now looking forward to further developing innovative music and in particular promoting "Welsh" music and culture.

Tom has already discussed some of his ideas for his next composition with the band with the entertainment contest genre firmly in his thoughtsJeff Hutcherson, BTM Band

Thoughts

Band Manager Jeff Hutcherson told 4BR: "Tom has already discussed some of his ideas for his next composition with the band with the entertainment contest genre firmly in his thoughts. BTM will firmly commit to providing him with the expertise and support he deserves."

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