Conducting Masterclass 1
Wind and Brass with Mark Heron and KNDS Fairey Band
Aimed at conductors specialising in wind and brass bands and ensembles, or those wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in this area, Masterclass 1 explores the techniques, repertoire and rehearsal approaches required for effective wind and brass ensemble leadership.
Popular with experienced community and youth band conductors, military musicians, and students enrolled on wind conducting programmes across Europe and North America, the course offers valuable practical insights for conductors at all stages of their development.
Key Information
Date: 14 and 15 Nov 2026
Cost: £475
Closing date: 2 Oct 2026
Participants: 10
Podium time: c.65 minutes
Repertoire: Eric Ball – Resurgam; Jodie Blackshaw – Twist; Martin Ellerby – Paris Sketches; Edward Gregson – Dances and Arias; Stravinsky – Octet
Ensembles: KNDS Fairey Band, RNCM Wind Orchestra and ensembles
If you have any queries about this course, please email us at [email protected].
Professors
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Mark Heron
Professor and Head of Conducting
Observers
Conducting is unique in that the benefits of watching others being taught can be incredibly helpful to one’s own development. If you are thinking of starting to conduct, observing one of our short courses can be a great first step and the chance to meet and chat with our conducting tutors. We welcome under 18s as observers but do require them to be accompanied by an adult. Cost: £60 per day.
You can register as an observer at any time up to five days before a particular course by completing the observers online form.