James Gourlay on River City Brass, his life in music and following the star | episode 36

James Gourlay on River City Brass, his life in music and following the star | episode 36

Author: brassbandsontherecord November 9, 2021 Duration: 45:57
Tuba star and general and artistic director of River City Brass Band, James Gourlay discusses River City Brass Band's upcoming composer competition, and has all the details on how to get involved. Speaking from his office in the band's bustling headquarters, he also looks at how the connection to the American organisation came about and its transformation over the past few years. James reflects on growing up as a young boy in Fife and his journey from Buckhaven and Tullis Russell Mills bands to sitting in some of the finest symphony orchestras in the world - though it wasn't always plain sailing! But first, how is life in the world of James Gourlay? Subscribe to British Bandsman today!

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