We are pleased to announce that Stephen Rhodes is our new MD for main band. He has been helping out at rehearsals recently but as of August will become our full-time MD. Stephen started conducting in 2014 when he was asked to help out with a newly formed Brass Band in Great Barr, Birmingham. The band grew from only a few players to a full band. In 2018 Stephen was asked to take over Wellington (Telford) Brass Band and managed to quickly get them promoted into the second section. During his time at Wellington, highlights include the finale of Ironbridge Gorge Brass Band Festival raising money for the Severn Hospice and surviving in the second section!
After leaving Wellington in 2023 Stephen joined the Band of the West Midlands Fire Service as deputy conductor and trombonist. Even though he didn’t have a permanent band he was in demand being asked to do rehearsals and concerts with Jackfield Band and others around the country. In 2024 Stephen took over at Ilkeston Brass Band and within a couple of months the band grew and flourished.
He left Ilkeston and now is delighted to take over the baton at Trentham Brass.
Stephen said,
“ I am looking forward to working with Trentham Brass Band and working with the very dedicated members and committee to ensure the band continues to grow and thrive.”