The band very much enjoyed playing at the Wychavon Festival of Brass last weekend in Evesham. B&D drew last out of a strong field of 20 bands and were pleased with their result of 6th place. Our set was based around the NHS starting with Legacy a test piece written celebrating the life and achievements of Welsh politician Aneurin Bevan and the 70th Anniversary of the British National Health Service. This was followed by a great version of A Little Help from Your Friends, Anne our star flugel player played exceptionally well in her solo Over The Rainbow. The program ended with the fantastic Nightingale Dances.
Championship Section Results:
6th Place: Blackburn & Darwen Band 5th Place: Ebbw Valley Brass 4th Place: Brunel Brass 3rd Prize: 194 points: Parc Dare Parc and Dare Band. 2nd Prize: 195 points: Wantage Silver Band
2023 Champion Band: 197 points: Roberts Bakery Band Best Conductor: Mike Jones.
Congratulations to all prize winners!
The band enjoyed a well deserved curry afterwards.
