Scottish Championships 2018

Irvine and Dreghorn Brass Band recently attended one of the biggest contests of year in the Scottish banding world. This was their first year in the second section following last year’s promotion from the third, the chosen test piece this year - "Ex Terra Lucem" composed by Jonathan Bates. Originally composed for St Helen's Youth Brass Band, the title translates into English as "From the Ground, Light" which is believed to be the 'motto' of the Merseyside town. The piece pays great tribute to the rapid growth of the town throughout the industrial revolution and it is believed that the title was a large influence on Danny Boyle's opening ceremony for the 2012 Olympic Games held in London.

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