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Thomas Fountain

New Fountain lead at Virtuosi GUS

October 17, 2015
Thomas Fountain has been appointed the new principal cornet of Virtuosi GUS Band — taking over the role from his brother.


GUS Masters

Report & Results: 2015 All England Masters International Championship

May 24, 2015
Virtuosi GUS's 'Salute to Youth' of detail and character takes the Masters title in style and comfort in Kettering.


Virtuosi GUs

Virtuosi GUS preview their Open sesame

April 30, 2015
The Virtuosi GUS Band will be previewing their Grand Shield preparation on Arabian Nights before Blackpool.


Virtuosi GUS

Youthful injection for Virtuosi GUS

April 02, 2015
The newly crowned Midlands Regional Champion look towards Blackpool boosted by injection of talented youth.


Virtuosi GUS

Report & Results: 2015 Midlands Regional Championships

March 07, 2015
Virtuosi GUS lead the way in Bedworth as Jackfield, Carlton, Ifton and Cubbington claim section honours.


Virtusoi GUS

New player influx at Virtuosi GUS

November 25, 2014
There are a number of new faces in the Virtuosi GUS ranks as they look ahead to the 2015 season.


James Fountain

Fountain becomes top man at the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

November 25, 2014
James Fountain is to be appointed Principal Trumpet of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.


GUS Geneva

Geneva set to help GUS Open challenge

August 27, 2014
A brand new set of Geneva Symphony cornets will certainly help Virtuosi GUS in their bid to the British Open...


Virtuosi GUS

Daws set for Virtuosi GUS

March 24, 2014
David Daws is set to become the new principal euphonium at Midlands Area champion, Virtuosi GUS.


GUS in action

Seismic change at GUS

December 18, 2013
Solo baritone Jo Stephenson opts to find out more about what makes the earth shake in Australia.


Adam Cooke in action

Cooke to explore South Africa and Norway

December 05, 2013
Virtuosi GUS MD Adam Cooke is set for musical exploration in South Africa and Norway over the coming months.


GUS in action

Great success for Virtuosi East Anglian Trainers

October 07, 2013
Tutors from the Virtuosi GUS Band lead a successful training day in East Anglia.


Adam Cooke in action

Cooke to take new lead at Virtuosi GUS

July 10, 2013
Butlins champions announce Adam Cooke as their new Musical Director.


GUS

Virtuosi horn star calls it a day

June 25, 2013
Bob Wallanger calls it a day with Virtuosi GUS after 24 years of sterling service.


John Berryman

Berryman to step down at Virtuosi GUS

June 21, 2013
One of the most highly respected top flight conductors is to step down from his role at Virtuosi GUS after the National Finals this year.


chris jeans youth trophy

Jeans to become a Dedicated Master

March 14, 2013
The inspirational Chris Jeans is set to receive the All England Masters Dedicated Service Award this year.


Virtuosi GUS

Virtuosi's cathedral thrills as they eye Harmony challenge

February 27, 2013
Virtuosi GUS has been thrilling the local cathedral audience before setting their sights on reclaiming the Midlands Area title.


Simon Smith butlins

Interview with Simon Smith

January 21, 2013
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks Virtuosi GUS Band Manager Simon Smith after the band claimed the 2013 Butlins Mineworkers Championship title.


gUS bAND LOGO

Death of David Jones

July 01, 2012
The death has been reported of David Jones, one of the great soprano players of his generation.


GUS

Death of Maxwell Thornton

April 04, 2012
4BR has been informed of the death of former GUS trombonist Maxwell Thornton.


Britt

Britt sticks for GUS

January 18, 2012
Sop star Martin Britt will be putting his reputation on the line with his new band at Butlins.


GUS

New Fountain springs on flugel at GUS

November 01, 2011
One of the best young performers in the land has taken over the flugel seat at Virtuosi GUS.


GUS

New principal at GUS

July 26, 2011
The talented Peter Collins takes over the Virtuosi GUS hot seat.


GUS

End of Fountain flow at GUS

April 17, 2011
GUS sop star to end Virtuosi role after Masters.


GUS

Virtuosi sign virtuoso flugel

July 23, 2010
There is a virtuoso signing at Virtuosi GUS, as former Desford principal cornet Gary Wyatt signs as their new flugel in time for London.




York

The Section 1-4 National Finals are in York this weekend

September 16 • There will be plenty of great music to enjoy over two packed days at York, Barbican this weekend.


NYBBGB auditions

NYBBGB audition dates announced

September 16 • Auditions will take place across the UK for youngsters wishing to be part of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain ensembles.


taa

Elite memory test for Norwegian National

September 16 • Torstein Aagaard-Nilsen's 'Mnemosyne Phrases' has been announced as the set-work for the Elite Division of the Norwegian National Championships.


Samba Haps

Wright & Round: Samba de Haps (Philip Harper)

September 16 • Bring some serious energy to your next concert with this fantastic new addition to the Wright & Round catalogue.


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Eagle Brass

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


CROFTON SILVER BAND

September 17 • We are seeking an enthusiastic Bb Bass player to join our friendly, ambitious FIRST SECTION Yorkshire Band. We rehearse Mondays & Thursdays 8-10pm in Fitzwilliam, Wakefield


CROFTON SILVER BAND

September 17 • We are seeking an enthusiastic FLUGEL player to join our friendly, ambitious FIRST SECTION Yorkshire Band. We rehearse Mondays & Thursdays 8-10pm in Fitzwilliam, Wakefield


CROFTON SILVER BAND

September 17 • We are seeking an enthusiastic SOLO EUPHONIUM player to join our friendly, ambitious FIRST SECTION Yorkshire Band. We rehearse Mondays & Thursdays 8-10pm in Fitzwilliam, Wakefield


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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