BYBA welcomes Phoenix Youth Band from Dublin
The British Youth Band Association welcomes The Phoenix Youth Band from Dublin - Ireland into membership. The band has enjoyed a successful and varied career, both on and off the competition field.
Speaking of the membership acceptance, Phoenix Youth Band Chairperson, Mark Govern explains "We are delighted to be associated with the British Youth Bands Association. BYBA's reputation internationally stands alone and this is a partnership that we look forward to growing in 2008."
Since our foundation in 1992, The Phoenix Youth Band has been among the leaders in youth music and marching in Ireland. "We are very proud of our competition record and", Govern continues. "We have gained nine Irish National Final titles, currently unmatched by any other Irish marching band. We are Irish division II champions in 2005 and 2006."
Paul Cartwright, BYBA Performance Chair, says "Following many weeks of discussions with Phoenix Youth Band resulting in their competitive entry into Brass Explosion, this paves the way for Phoenix to engage fully in all aspects of BYBA in 2008, as our very first overseas member band. This is very exciting both for BYBA and the Phoenix organisation, whom we welcome wholeheartedly".
In addition, Dave Milton Contest Director Brass Explosion said "We very much look forward to welcoming Phoenix to Brass Explosion Championships and doing everything we can to help make their visit an enjoyable and memorable experience."
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