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Entertainment from the Brass Band Tradition

The British brass band is one of the world's great musical traditions. Born in mining villages and industrial towns, these ensembles combined astonishing technical standards with a deep commitment to making music for their communities.

Today's programme reveals every side of the brass band—from dazzling virtuosity and stirring marches to lyrical melodies and music guaranteed to leave a smile on your face.

Programme:
Gershwin Overture – Strike up the Band
Fascinating Rhythm
A Foggy Day
Porgy and Bess
Someone to Watch over me
They Can't Take That Away From Me
Traditional Air “Rule Britannia
A Life On The Ocean Wave
The Floral Dance
The Godfather Love Theme
Resurgam
Candide Overture
19 Aug English South Africa Music History · Music Commentary

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