'Pembs Brass Fest', a brass band residential course, will be held at the Stackpole Centre, in Pembrokeshire from Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th April 2009.

Vast range

Brass and percussion players of all ages and abilities are welcome to attend the course, where they will experience a vast range of music, entertainment and fun, culminating in a public concert which will feature a guest soloist.

Lead

This year, the band will be led by Nigel Seaman, Principal Tuba with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, and Musical Director of the Desford Colliery Band.

Nigel is an experienced brass player, adjudicator, teacher and conductor, and will bring with him a wealth of knowledge to pass onto the participants.

We are extremely excited that percussion soloist Dave Danford has been engaged as guest soloist for the course, performing some new worksOrganisers

Excited

Spokesperson, Gareth Ritter told 4BR: "We are extremely excited that percussion soloist Dave Danford has been engaged as guest soloist for the course, performing some new works."

Dave will also lead master classes and discussions throughout the weekend.

Coordinated

The course will be co-ordinated by a young and enthusiastic group of brass players with a wealth of experience of top level banding, namely Robin Hackett, Gareth Ritter, Matthew Jenkins and Simon Howell, and will include expert tuition, full board accommodation, master classes, evening entertainment, and an opportunity to perform in a public concert with new friends.

If you are interested in this exciting event and require more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 07870408109, or alternatively e-mail pembsbrassfest@googlemail.com