Simon Dobson on the RNCM Festival, his musical roots and variety being the spice of life | episode 39

Simon Dobson on the RNCM Festival, his musical roots and variety being the spice of life | episode 39

Author: brassbandsontherecord February 18, 2022 Duration: 36:03
Composer, conductor, orchestral arranger and session musician, Simon Dobson discusses hearing his trombone concerto Shift performed by the London Symphony Orchestra’s principal trombonist, Peter Moore, and Tredegar Band at the 2022 RNCM Brass Band Festival in Manchester. He also reflects on his musical roots, from growing up in banding to his early thoughts about how music was constructed and how it made him feel. Twenty years on from winning the European Brass Band Composers’ Competition, Simon, who’s now 40, discusses the relationships he’s enjoyed with bands all over Europe. He also lifts the lid on his diverse, multi-faceted musical career – and admits he wouldn’t have it any other way. Subscribe to British Bandsman today!

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