Looking for percussionists

Brisbane Water Brass Band is currently looking for percussionists following a "truly remarkable" year for the band, according to band secretary Mr Richard Collins.

Mr Collins said "we are particularly keen to find percussionists who can read music, we have a range of instruments that we can provide to new members and I must say we have a heap of fun".

The band was formed several years ago by a group of Peninsula-based, experienced brass musicians.

Following a recruitment campaign, the band picked up members from all over the Coast and from Sydney.

Many of its regular performances are on the Peninsula, including at Peninsula Village, Deepwater Plaza and churches at Ettalong and Umina.

Band publicity officer Mr Brian Findlay said the group was currently in discussions with a large Peninsula-based organisation regarding sponsorship.

Mr Findlay also commented on the band's recent successes throughout the year.

"Earlier in the year some of the band's more experienced players achieved some excellent results in the Hunter Championships," Mr Findlay said.

"Merve Gale was placed first in the slow melody section and third in the veterans' class. "Brian North and Ken Townsend came third in the duet contest and the bands musical director Jonathan Gatt placed first in both the open tenor horn and the open euphonium sections and once again was named champion of champions.

"Only last week the band was placed second in its grade in the State Brass Band Championships finishing ahead of a number of bands with long histories."

"The band's busy schedule of concerts all over the Coast reaches a pinnacle this year when it joins with The Parramatta Brass Band in their "Side By Side" concert at the Gosford RSL on September 17.

Tickets are still available and may be purchased by contacting 4343 1907.

Those interested in taking part in the band can contact Mr Collins on 4368 1051.

Press releases, September 5, 14 Brian Findlay, Brisbane Water Brass Band