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by Hobbsy
Wed Jan 04, 2006 6:53 pm
Forum: Web Sites
Topic: SWBBWL>>Under Construction<<
Replies: 0
Views: 3032

SWBBWL>>Under Construction<<

I am delighted that so many have taken an interest in the website. However, due to other committments I have not been able to fully complete the website and upload it.

I aim to have the website published by the end of this month.

Cheers,
by Hobbsy
Wed Nov 30, 2005 6:20 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Why can’t some bands play hymn tunes properly?
Replies: 4
Views: 5900

Well, with all the bands I've ever played with very rarely have they used any percussion, even when they did there was very little. Some hymn tunes sound fine with staggered breathing, often it can be quite successful producing a full sound. However, some hymn tunes definately need to show their phr...
by Hobbsy
Fri Nov 25, 2005 5:17 pm
Forum: Web Sites
Topic: SWBBWL
Replies: 1
Views: 3697

Due to popular demand...

I am aware that those of you that may have wished to visit SWBBWL were unable to. This was due to the deletion of the site. However, due to popular demand the site will be re-constructed.

Thankyou for all of your support,
by Hobbsy
Fri Nov 04, 2005 5:13 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Mount Charles to perform at "Brass in Concert" con
Replies: 0
Views: 1882

Mount Charles to perform at "Brass in Concert" con

Mount Charles Brass Band are performing in the "Brass in Concert" contest at Gateshead on the 20th of November. Full Draw: 1. Buy As You View 2. Sellers International 3. Reg Vardy 4. Whitburn 5. Scottish Co-op 6. Grimethorpe Colliery (UK Coal) 7. Mount Charles 8. Brighouse and Rastrick 9. ...
by Hobbsy
Fri Nov 04, 2005 5:11 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Mount Charles to perform at "Brass in Concert" con
Replies: 0
Views: 1917

Mount Charles to perform at "Brass in Concert" con

Mount Charles Brass Band are performing in the "Brass in Concert" contest at Gateshead on the 20th of November. Full Draw: 1. Buy As You View 2. Sellers International 3. Reg Vardy 4. Whitburn 5. Scottish Co-op 6. Grimethorpe Colliery (UK Coal) 7. Mount Charles 8. Brighouse and Rastrick 9. ...
by Hobbsy
Fri Nov 04, 2005 5:04 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Boosey and Hawkes for sale
Replies: 11
Views: 12380

Sorry to be 'picky' about spellings, but I am afraid it is spelt SOVEREIGN. The way that you have spelt it would be pronounced so-va-jeen or so-va-geen. I have played a Sovereign Soprano Cornet a few years back and the valves were great, however, I had worn them in. I have also played a Besson Prest...
by Hobbsy
Fri Oct 14, 2005 8:00 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Instrument Grants
Replies: 1
Views: 3220

Instrument Grants

I have recently applied to EMI Music Sound Foundation and was awarded £500 (out of my requested £1,585) towards a Besson Sovereign Tenor Horn.
Obviously that and trading in my current instrument would only add up to around £750.

does anyone know of any other charities to which I can apply to?
by Hobbsy
Sun Oct 09, 2005 6:48 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: Mount Charles to play at the Lord Mayor of London's Parade
Replies: 1
Views: 2334

Mount Charles to play at the Lord Mayor of London's Parade

Mount Charles are delighted to have been invited by the Lord Mayor Elect himself to take part in the parade in London on Saturday 12th November. Lord Mayor Elect David Brewer a Cornishman was elected on 29th September, as the 678th Lord Mayor of the City of London.The band will be travelling to Lond...
by Hobbsy
Mon Sep 19, 2005 5:25 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Vibrato
Replies: 13
Views: 17881

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Well I've never heard of a brass band musician who doesn't know what vibrato is. I hope I have done well in translating your post and that is what you're asking. Vibrato (on any voice or instrument) is used to mellow the tone of a soloist or to blend in as an ensemble. It is difficult to explain wit...
by Hobbsy
Wed Aug 31, 2005 11:27 am
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Vibrato
Replies: 13
Views: 17881

I have spent many a time recording mysel (on my phone actually!!!) to hear what I sound like, and have tested several types of vibrato- its beginning to work!
by Hobbsy
Tue Aug 30, 2005 7:57 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Women in brass bands....?!
Replies: 17
Views: 58080

Throughout my brass band career I have always looked up to various female band members, who were often the best in the band. I originated in Saltash Town band where the best player in the band (and still is) is Tina Fulcher the 1st baritone. She has been playing for 25 years and has played with Cham...
by Hobbsy
Tue Aug 30, 2005 7:45 pm
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Vibrato
Replies: 13
Views: 17881

Yes, I have heard several ow~ow~ow noises from people who I wouldn't expect. Also I have heard an extremely bad trumpetist who's vibrato is so bad its difficult to hear a note from start to finish. I have observed that a nice way of using vibrato is to tail off the note, which produces a warming ton...
by Hobbsy
Tue Aug 30, 2005 10:58 am
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Can Bandsmen (and women) Still Help?
Replies: 4
Views: 5704

Well done Tracey, I wouldn't of stayed if they spat all over my jacket. You were doing them a favour and they didn't appreciate it. I agree with John about the rivalry statement, but it does not excuse what they did. With my last band there was a similar rivalry with a band that was a section higher...
by Hobbsy
Tue Aug 30, 2005 10:47 am
Forum: Anything Goes
Topic: Vibrato
Replies: 13
Views: 17881

Thanks john, wise words- I'll take it on board.
by Hobbsy
Wed Aug 17, 2005 11:06 am
Forum: Web Sites
Topic: SWBBWL
Replies: 1
Views: 3697

SWBBWL

South West Brass Band Web Links

This website has now been moved to:

http://swbbwl.bravehost.com

SWBBWL has all web links for the Brass Bands in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset.

So go on look at some of the best bands outside of Yorkshire!!!!