South Ulster Big Band

Wednesdays
6:45-7:45pm
Newry Music Centre
Director – Peter Benson

Information

Type
Jazz Ensemble
Instruments
Brass Percussion Woodwind
Level
Post-primary
Entry requirements

New members are most welcome. Members must be of grade 4 standard or higher. Places are available for Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone (Alto, Tenor & Baritone), Guitar (must be able to read music), Bass, Keyboard and Drums.

Contact Details

Newry Office Admin

Music Centre
Newry Music Centre

The South Ulster Big Band rehearse on Wednesday evenings in Newry Music Centre. Directed by Peter Benson, students explore a wide repertoire of music from classic jazz standards to modern funk and rock. The Big band consists of senior pupils and gets various performance opportunities throughout the year including the senior OBE concerts and the Blues on the Bay festival in Warrenpoint.

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Venue Details

Newry Music Centre

Newry Teacher Centre
Downshire Road
Newry
BT34 1EE
United Kingdom

Services Available

  • Strings
  • Woodwind
  • Brass
  • Percussion
  • Music Theory

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