Fully Scored

Matthew gathers three of his ISB colleagues together to talk all things Staff Band. We learn about the commitment involved in being a Staff Bandsman as well as finding out what goes on when they’re not on stage. The chat approaches the topic of how the Staff Band manages to stay relevant in proclaiming the gospel in the 21st century. We are also privy to behind-the-scenes details of weekends away...

Matthew welcomes a panel of guests from around The Salvation Army world who all have vast experience in leading music groups. Matthew poses some tough questions to Bandmaster Matthew Luhn – USA Eastern Territory; Julia Roper – Worship Arts Team Leader, Australia; and Bandmaster Anthony Thompson – Castleford, UKI Territory. ‘Player Profile’ and ‘The Doctor will see you now’ complete the episode. Ho...

This special episode features three inspirational role models! Bandmaster Yvonne Ferguson, Composer Dorothy Gates and Territorial Music and Arts Secretary Heather Osmond join guest host Eleanor Hedley to talk about their roles within Salvation Army music. Eleanor asks the panel some challenging questions including some posed by a few of the girls from this year’s Territorial Youth Band Course. Hos...

Following on from last month’s episode about Colonel Robert Redhead, we now look at his musical output and the impact it has made on the current-day Salvation Army since his first piece was published over 50 years ago. Matthew is joined by a panel of esteemed Salvation Army composers who all know Robert Redhead’s music and the techniques he employed. We’re grateful to Martin Cordner, Richard Phill...

Colonel Robert Redhead has made a significant impact on the SA music scene across the world, serving as Staff Bandmaster of three staff bands – the Canadian Staff Band, The International Staff Band and the Melbourne Staff Band. Matthew is joined by a panel of guests who give us a personal insight into Robert Redhead: The Man. We’re grateful to Steve Brown, Trevor Caffull and Darren Waterworth for...

This weekend, Dr Stephen Cobb’s 50-year association with the International Staff Band will come to an end. This special episode celebrates Steve’s incredible service to the band. Matthew talks to a wide range of people who all give their unique perspective on Steve’s tenure and the legacy which he leaves behind. Hosted by Matthew Frost Produced by Simon Gash  Published by Music Editorial&nbsp...

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Live from sunny California, Martin Hunt joins Matthew – who is live from cold, gloomy Birmingham. Martin is Principal Cornet of the Western Territory Staff Band, Songster Leader at Pasadena Tabernacle and works at Territorial Headquarters as Assistant Programme Secretary. Martin tells us about his early influences, why he moved to the USA and where his ultimate carolling gig would be! Staff Bandsm...

The Burditt family has a long association with the Canadian Staff Band (CSB). Following in his father’s footsteps, earlier this year Andrew Burditt was appointed as Bandmaster of the CSB. Matthew talks to Andrew about his life, his music and his aspirations for the band. From one Staff Bandmaster to another… International Staff Bandmaster (elect) Jonathan Evans continues his in-depth look at RSA’s...

ISB Trombonists (past and present) dominate this month’s instalment of Fully Scored. Andrew Justice – former Principal Trombone of the ISB – talks to Matthew about his outstanding career in the ISB, his career as an architect and Everton Football Club. After helping Matthew with part of Andrew’s interrogation, current Principal Trombone of the ISB, Jonathan Evans, then begins his in-depth look at...

Fully Scored is delighted to present an interview with one of the world’s greatest exponents of the trumpet: Louis Dowdeswell. Matthew speaks with Louis, firstly about his musical background, work in the music industry, and unpacks Louis’ ability to hit stratospheric heights on the trumpet. Secondly, Louis opens up about his recent journey in finding faith, the changes this brings to the way he li...

In the latest instalment of Fully Scored, Daniel Newell, Principal Cornet at the Royal Opera House talks about his exciting and varied career as a musician, the creation of ‘Billy’s Band’ and underpinning it all, his faith. Our analysis sees composer Steven Ponsford take a close look at his own ‘Music of a legacy’. On Arid Island Matthew’s former teacher, Andy Grand, is this month’s inhabitant.&nb...

To coincide with the launch of the new ISB Heritage album, three special guests join Matthew to reminisce about the first decade of the new millennium. Dr Stephen Cobb, Andrew Blyth and Kevin Norbury all give their unique perspective on the music of this decade. The topics of conversation include: the way SA music was changing, the key composers of the time and the stories behind the music. We als...

James Curnow is one of The Salvation Army’s most well-known composers. Matthew Frost finds out all about the man behind the music. And, if – like me – you’ve always wondered what Olympic event Jim Curnow would wish to compete in, then you’ll enjoy this interview. Dr Howard Evans returns to complete his analysis of Eric Ball’s ‘The kingdom triumphant’. Trombonist Gemma Potter (The International Sta...

The name ‘Brian Hillson’ may not be familiar to some, but chances are you’ll have listened to one of his vast catalogue of recordings. Brian’s legacy of Salvation Army recordings is unrivalled. On this episode he chats to Matthew about his life, faith and the intricacies of recording brass bands. Dr Howard Evans returns to the analyst’s chair, this time to look at Eric Ball’s fantastic ‘The Kingdo...

Episode 67 was truly a global experience! Matthew started in Melbourne, chatting to another new Staff Bandmaster. Bandmaster Mark Hamilton gives us an insight into his life, his work, his faith and his hopes for the future of the Melbourne Staff Band. As with any Fully Scored guest from Australia, you can expect a barrage of bonza stereotypical Quirky Quickfire Questions! From Melbourne to New Yor...

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Three world class musicians join Matthew to talk all things ‘Euphonium’. David Childs, Derick Kane and Aaron VanderWeele bring a wealth of experience and knowledge from years of performing at the very highest level. The discussions range from repertoire to playing tips to recording with Elton John! If you’re a Euphonium player, this is not to be missed. (If you’re not a Euphonium player, we think...

Recently appointed as Bandmaster of the Amsterdam Staff Band, Chris Shanks talks to Matthew about his upbringing, his love for Salvation Army music and his experience of banding outside of The Salvation Army.  Richard Phillips joins Matthew again to complete his analysis of his major work ‘Metamorphosis'. The International Staff Band’s Steve Hanover has won an all-expenses paid trip to the Ar...

Edward Gregson is a household name with brass players inside and outside The Salvation Army. Edward talks to Matthew about growing up in The Salvation Army, his compositions and his greatest triumphs in life – his under-15 sporting achievements! Richard Phillips then joins Matthew for another ‘extraordinary insight’ into Salvation Army repertoire. 'Metamorphosis', published in 2004, was written at...

Season 6 of Fully Scored starts off with a bang! In a fresh new format, we are honoured to welcome not one, not two, but three esteemed retiring/retired staff bandmasters for an enlightening discourse. Ken Waterworth, of the Melbourne Staff Band, Olaf Ritman, of the Amsterdam Staff Band, and John Lam, of the Canadian Staff Band, talk about this seismic shift in staff bandmaster leadership that we’...

Father Christmas can’t personally attend all his press obligations in the run-up to the big day. So, in traditional fashion, he sent one of his trusted helpers. Kevin Coates is Matthew Frost’s guest on this year’s festive Fully Scored. Kevin is the Band Manager for the International Staff Band and tells us about this role and his career in military music which preceded his appointment to the ISB.&...

Retired Bandmaster Michael Clack is well known as a Bandmaster, an educator, a pianist and an organist. Matthew talks to Michael about all facets of his music-making and some of the many experiences that music and The Salvation Army have afforded him during his lifetime of service. Divisional Music Director Eric Dina joins Matthew to talk about one of James Curnow’s lesser-known major works. ...

Eleven fantastic guests join Matthew to talk about Joy Webb, each giving us a unique insight into her life, her legacy and, of course, her music. Our all-star line up is: Andrew Blyth (Head of Music Editorial); Major Yvonne Field (composer/songwriter); Marcus Venables (Principal Cornet - Canadian Staff Band); Lieut-Colonel Trevor Davis (colleague of Joy Webb); Gavin Straw (friend of Joy Webb); Der...

Sam Creamer (Cream-o!, to his friends) joins Matthew on this month’s episode. Recently appointed as Music Publications Specialist for The Salvation Army, Australia Territory, Sam talks to us about his new role, his unique and attractive compositional style and rap music! Divisional Music Director Edward Mylechreest then returns to conclude his in-depth look into William Himes’ much-loved ‘Processi...