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Flugel Horn, Mellophonium, Tenor Horn, Trumpet and Cornet.
In this site you can listen to the latest soundclips from my performances, read my resume and find out how to contact me or book 5PLAY brass quintet.
Tenor Horn with Grimethorpe Colliery, Brighouse & Rastrick and the Brass Band of Battle Creek...More»
BRASS BAND BATTLE CREEK
John has recently been on tour with BBBC for their 2008 and 2007 concert programmes.
The 31-member Brass Band of Battle Creek has been described as an All-Star band of the brass and percussion world's elite, attracting great musicians from around the United States and Europe to play two annual concerts in Battle Creek as well as a limited number of other engagements in hand-picked locations in the U.S. and abroad.
Though rooted in the British brass band tradition characterized by larger ensembles of strictly brass and percussion, (no reed instruments or strings) the BBBC also weaves in American elements such as jazz improvisation, pops and swing, resulting in a hybrid style that makes the BBBC truly unique among brass bands. More»
5play QUINTET
Brass ensemble
5play is the brainchild of John Rudkin and Steven Symonds... after being influenced by other leading brass ensembles such as mnozil brass, gomalan, boston brass and a host of other leading ambassadors dedicated to pushing the boundaries of modern brass performance, innovation and entertainment.
The group is as diverse as its audience, venue or line-up requires – with a wide ranging repertoire, 5play can mould its musical self to suit. Whether you require a group to provide music of a classical or chamber idiom for a concert, wedding, blessing or provide the music and entertainment for... More»