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I am really getting into this busking scene, I just enjoy playing to an audience (not always a static one!) whilst also trying to improve what I do. I went again today and used what has become my normal pitch, … Continue reading →

A Brass Wind and Fire Gig report by yours truly and Pictures http://brasswindandfire.co.uk/news/57-halloween-2011.html regards Dave

I have been busking a few more times now and I still enjoy it. Its very interesting meeting loads of different people from all backgrounds who stop and chat. The last time I went I was coming to the end … Continue reading →

Well today was my first attempt at busking. I played for nearly 2 hours in Leicester city centre. I started about 8.45am, which is a bit early but wanted to get warmed up before the bigger crowds. It was great … Continue reading →

Dear All On July the 10th 2011 my wife Carole and her sister Lynne will be talking part in this years race for life at Western Park Leicester. This is to raise much needed funds for Cancer research. Last year … Continue reading →

This will be the 5th event in the StaxofSax saxophone ensemble workshop series. We will look at large ensemble and small on ensemble pieces with performances too. Have a look at the StaxofSax facebook page for details and pictures of … Continue reading →

Wow what a day that was. 23 saxophonists playing the Largo from the New World Symphony then breaking into small ensembles for rehearsals and performances. We had 7 new participants ranging from 10 to 50ish years old and everyone said … Continue reading →

There have been some changes since the start of the year. Neville, the founder of the band has stood down after 5 years of running the whole show. That’s a lot of organising and administration as well as hard work … Continue reading →