Island musicians invited to perform under renowned conductor

Isle of Man Wind Orchestra's guest conductor is Duncan Stubbs OBE

Island musicians are being invited to perform under one of the British Isles’ leading conductors later this month.

The Isle of Man Wind Orchestra is to host its annual wind workshop weekend at St Ninian’s Lower School from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 October.

The guest conductor is Duncan Stubbs OBE, a former principal director of music for the Royal Air Force.

Mr Stubbs wrote and conducted the wedding fanfare for the wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales.

Wind, brass and percussion players of grade three standard or above are welcome to take part in the weekend.

Session times:

• Friday 24 October - 7pm-9pm
• Saturday 25 October - 10am-4pm
• Sunday 26 October - 10am-1pm

It's £25 to take part, but those in full-time education may attend for free.

An informal concert will then be held at 2pm on Sunday 26 October, bringing all the music together, and this is open to everyone and is free to attend.

John Kinley, joint conductor of the Isle of Man Wind Orchestra alongside Paul Dunderdale, said: "We are delighted to welcome Duncan back to the Island to work with the Isle of Man Wind Orchestra again and looking forward to the weekend immensely.

"Tuition weekends with internationally acclaimed conductors like this gives Manx musicians a chance to perform new music, learn new ideas, develop playing techniques and grow as musicians."

For more information about the weekend, email Bev Quine via concertmanager@iomwo.com or follow the orchestra’s Facebook page.