TOWCESTER STUDIO BAND
Christmas 2021
TSB had a busy carolling season over the Christmas period, we would like to thank everyone who came to support us in the freezing weather! We feel very fortunate to be able too spread some Christmas cheer after another challenging year. Here's to more banding in 2022!
Remembrance
Towcester Studio Band performed in the St Lawrence Church, Towcester for this years Remembrance service, which took place on Sunday 14th November. The band were privileged and honoured to play for those who have fallen in the line of duty.
The band would like to thank all the member who played the last post in and around Towcester. Well Done All!
Cory Online Contest 2021
On Saturday 27th March 2021 TSB took part in the International Cory Online Brass Band Championships. This is the 2nd contest the band has entered with The Cory Band, only this time they competed against 11 other bands from various different countries such as South Korea, Australia, Germany and Northern Ireland.
TSB were thrilled to be awarded 2 prizes, one for Best Regional Music and the other for Best Trombones. They were also placed 5th/11 overall - Well Done Towcester Studio!
Once again another big thank you to our IT Wizard, Lyn Stoneman for all your hard work.
Our programme consisted of 4 pieces and were a representation of Northamptonshire. The programme included: The Chain, March of the Cobblers, Candle in the Wind and Padstow Lifeboat.
TSB dedicated Candle in the Wind to their dear friend and Principal Euphonium player Dr John Mudway, who sadly passed away early this year.
"Remembering a Legend"
Dr John Anthony Mudway
We were honoured to be asked to perform A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square for Dr John Mudway. His wife, Alison, has asked us to share this with you all. This piece has been specially arranged by a banding colleague for Dr John, Alison and Hannah as a tribute to a wonderful man. To watch, please see the video below.
Cory Online Contest 2020
On Friday 18th September TSB participated in the Cory Online Brass Band Championships. They competed against 9 other bands from various different countries including South Korea, Australia, Germany and Northern Ireland.
TSB are very pleased to announce that they won a total of not one, not two but 3 prizes! These included best soloist, best Welsh piece and 3rd place overall.
Congratulations to our youngest member, 14 year old Ewan Rigby for his outstanding performance of 'Blaydon Races' and winning the prize for best soloist. Massive thanks also goes to Lyn Stoneman for his IT skills and to the band for their fantastic performance.
To listen to our full performance CLICK HERE
Lockdown 2020
During these difficult times, TSB have been coming up with a variety of ways to keep our supporters both up-to-date and entertained.
Over the last few months, TSB have 'joined the band wagon' by taking on the Lockdown Performance Challenge. They are delighted to have completed 3 virtual performances!
The band would also like to thank their 1st Baritone player, Lyn Stoneman for his amazing IT wizardry.
TSB are very much looking forward to rehearsing and performing together again, but until the Government announce that it's safe for us to resume our weekly rehearsals, we are unable to do this. In the meantime, please enjoy our lockdown performances.
CLICK HERE to watch Colonel Bogey
CLICK HERE to watch When the Saints Go Marching In
CLICK HERE to watch Ticket to Ride
CLICK HERE to watch Clog Dance
Upcoming Events - Link to all Events - HERE
Due to Covid-19, all upcoming engagements are cancelled.
Watch this space for any other updates.
Happy New Year!
We would like to wish all our wonderful followers a very Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support during this challenging time and we hope you stay safe and well throughout 2022!
