Posts by Carole Crompton

EIBBSS 2023 CONCERT TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

On Friday 28th July 2023 at 7pm at Routh Hall, Bromsgrove School, B61 7HP we have EIBBSS International Brass Soloists in Concert  led by Musical Director of the Cory Band, Philip Harper and featuring Mark Wilkinson (Foden’s Band) and Roger Webster (Besson Ambassador) on cornet, Stephanie Binns (Black Dyke Band) on flugel horn, Sheona White (Besson Artist) on tenor horn, Daniel Thomas (Black Dyke Band) and Adam Bokaris (Grimethorpe Colliery

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ELGAR INTERNATIONAL BRASS BAND SUMMER SCHOOL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS

The Elgar International Brass Band Summer School (EIBBSS) is pleased to announce their plans for the celebration of their 10th anniversary in July 2023. The brass summer school will take place in the impressive facilities at Bromsgrove School from Monday 24th July to Saturday 29th July inclusive and will feature the Cory Band alongside the EIBBSS delegates band in the grand finale concert. Internationally renowned conductor Phillip Harper (Artistic Director)

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ELGAR INTERNATION BRASS BAND SUMMER SCHOOL – 2024

Elgar International Brass Band Summer School (EIBBSS) are pleased to announce that they are now accepting enrolments for the 2024 course. Due to the success our previous courses there is currently no vacancies for the 2023 although prospective delegates can still add their name to the reserve list on our website. The 2024 EIBBSS course is once again led by Artistic Director Phillip Harper and will be supported by our

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Preparations are being finalised for EIBBSS 2022 at Malvern College

Preparations are in full swing for the forthcoming EIBBSS Course being staged at Malvern College, in the beautiful setting of the Malvern Hills, Worcestershire. On Friday 1st July the Management Team were at Malvern College making the final arrangements for the course including management of risk assessments and all logistics for the course and our visits to Great Malvern Priory scheduled throughout the week. The course promises to be the

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Health & Safety a high priority at EIBBSS

The Elgar International Brass Band Summer School (EIBBSS) has taken steps to enhance its already comprehensive Health & Safety procedures with the addition of a portable Defibrillator for all events under the EIBBSS umbrella. From lessons learnt during the Covid pandemic, the organisation has already appointed a professional Health & Safety advisor who oversaw the 2021 EIBBSS course and continues in this role for 2022 and beyond. Commented Carole Crompton,

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Countdown to EIBBSS 2022

    EIBBSS Course dates: Sunday 24th July to Friday 29th July 2022 Countdown to EIBBSS: EIBBSS are busy preparing to welcome their delegates to their 2022 Summer School at Malvern College at Malvern, Worcestershire. Wrapped in the warm embrace of the glorious Malvern Hills, the College is regarded as one of England’s great independent schools. With an admired and distinguished history, Malvern alumni have helped to shape the modern

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EIBBSS 2022 Repertoire Rehearsal

A highlight of our week is an exciting ‘Repertoire’ rehearsal, where we get to grips with works that we wouldn’t normally tackle. This year, they are Dimensions (Peter Graham), Penlee (Simon Dobson) and Saga of Haakon the Good (Philip Sparke) To whet you appetite (and to maybe do a little preparation) CLICK TO VIEW “Dimensions” (Peter Graham) CLICK TO VIEW “Penlee” (Simon Dobson) CLICK TO VIEW “The Saga of Haakon

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EIBBSS 2022 Finale Concert at Great Malvern Priory on Friday 29th July

EIBBSS Finale Concert on Friday 29th July at Great Malvern Priory at 7pm. Conducted by Musical Director Paul Holland and featuring Stephanie Binns and Daniel Thomas as guest soloists. Come and join us for an exciting evening’s entertainment. No ticket required. There will be a retiring collection on the door in aid of Great Malvern Priory.

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EIBBSS 2022 Outdoor Concert at Great Malvern Priory on Wednesday 27th July

EIBBSS 2022 are pleased to announce that their annual outdoor concert will this year be staged at the iconic Great Malvern Priory wrapped in the warm embrace of the glorious Malvern Hills. It will take place on Wednesday 27th July from 1.30pm with featured artists Daniel Thomas (Euphonium), Les Neish (Tuba) and Stephanie Binns (Flugel Horn). Come along and join us and enjoy the afternoon entertainment. FREE

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EIBBSS 2022 Tutors Concert Wednesday 27th July at 7pm at Great Malvern Priory

The EIBBSS 2022 Tutors Concert will this year be Conducted by our Musical Director Paul Holland and staged at Great Malvern Priory at 7pm. Our tutors for 2022 performing will be Mark Wilkinson and Roger Webster (Cornet), Stephanie Binns and Della Pearce (Flugel Horn), Daniel Thomas and Adam Bokaris (Euphonium), Chris Thomas (Trombone), Les Neish (Tuba), Steve Jones and Gareth Hand (Percussion). All Internationally acclaimed Brass and Percussion artists who

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