Abi Groocock and Voirrey Baker look ahead to UniBrass 2021 | episode 27

<p><a href='https://www.unibrass.co.uk'>UniBrass</a> Foundation trustee Abi Groocock and organising committee chair, Voirrey Baker, discuss how plans are taking shape for the 2021 UniBrass Contest, which is taking place in Sheffield on June 26. In a ‘first’ for brass band contesting, the competition will run in a hybrid format, featuring a mixture of in-person and pre-recorded performances.</p> <p>Abi and Voirrey reflect on the challenges faced by UniBrass over the past year and discuss the organisation’s innovative work to serve the university band community during lockdown. From producing a distance banding album to racking up the miles in a fundraising run and introducing a dedicated university section as part of the Cory Online Championship, keep listening to hear how UniBrass has been working hard throughout lockdown.</p> <p>The pair also look ahead to UniBrass’ first Band Camp, a new residential course under the baton of Grimethorpe Colliery Band’s musical director, David Thornton – and yes, it is possible to pitch your tent and actually go camping.</p>