Weston-Super-Mare 2004 Adjudication

Music for the Common Man.

Pleasing restrained opening, I note your dynamics, good pause. Allegro, rhythmic playing. No problems encountered. Don't get too loud in (f) save some for (ff). Good solo cornet but sharp in lower register. Adagio- grade your dynamics correctly, mp-f  mf - f.

Allegro, lively - all parts are heard to good effect - percussion play a good part. Well done Solo horn/Flugel/Euphonium/ Solo cornet. No problems at all! It is all very tasteful but don't overdo the (p) (mp) at teneramente.

Presto - Not all groupings measured accurately but a good atmosphere is created.

Meno Mosso - The music flows well as it should. You have come to grips with this excellent music. don't go over the top however. keep a good tone quality at all dynamic levels.

David Read    16/5/04.