Harworth Brass Podcast

🎙️ Harworth Brass Podcast – Episode 6 - Slides, Valves & the Baton - Margaret Does It AllPete chats with Margaret Rawlings—2nd trombone (currently on baritone due to injury), private music tutor, band committee member, and the force behind our new training band launching this May.From how she started in music to teaching, band life, and why she’s decided to take up the baton, this episode is packed with laughs, stories, and proper brass band banter.🎧 Out now — give it a listen and let us know

🎺 Episode 5: From Valves to Slides – Carolyne Dufley’s Brass Band AdventureEver wondered what it’s like to move from euphonium to baritone… and then take on solo trombone? 🎶In this two-part episode, we sit down with Carolyne Dufley to hear about her incredible journey through the brass band world. From her first notes on the euphonium, to exploring baritone, and finally sliding into the solo trombone seat — Carolyne shares the challenges, joys, and funny moments along the way.✨ Part 1: How she got

The Harworth Brass Podcast: Episode 4“Driving the Bass Line: Life as an Eb Bass Player & Band Trailer Hero”Episode 4 is here — and it’s a special one! This month we sit down with Tim Freebury, the powerhouse behind the band’s low end and the man who keeps Harworth Brass on the road… quite literally!Join us as we chat with Tim about:🎵 Life holding down the foundations of the band with those big, booming low notes🚚 The behind-the-scenes world of towing, loading, and transporting a full brass

🎺 Episode 3: Leading from the Front – The Principal Cornet PerspectiveIn this episode of the Harworth Brass Podcast, we sit down with Lyn Howard, our Principal Solo Cornet, Chairperson, and Safeguarding Officer, to explore what it truly means to lead from the front — both musically and organisationally.🎶 From the thrill of performing top-note solos to the challenge of steering the band behind the scenes, Lyn shares:Their journey from first brass lesson to the Principal Cornet seat.How it feels to

🎺 Episode 2: High Notes & Higher Duties – Life on Soprano with Darren Rogers.In this episode of the Harworth Brass Podcast, we sit down with Darren, our Soprano Cornet star, Vice-Chairman, and Safeguarding Officer.🎶 From the thrill (and terror!) of those soaring top notes to the unseen work that keeps the band safe, organised, and ready to perform, Darren shares:The journey from first brass lesson to sitting in the soprano hot-seat.Behind-the-scenes stories from contests, concerts, and

“Beneath the Baton” (Musical Director Episode)🎺 Step onto the podium with Claire, Musical Director of Harworth Brass.🎶 Discover how a conductor inspires, motivates, and shapes the sound of a brass band.🏆 Behind-the-scenes stories of concert day pressure and triumphant performances.💬 Personal journey: how Claire moved from player to leading the band.🎭 Fun anecdotes from rehearsals, concerts, and unforgettable on-stage moments.🎄 Insights into the magic (and mayhem) of Christmas banding.💡 Tips

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