This weekend, Foden's fly to Sweden for a fantastic few days of workshops, masterclasses, sectionals, concerts and, of course, plenty of fun! SATURDAY - Principal players, alongside Russell Gray, will lead sectional rehearsals with members of Södertörns Brass as they prepare for the Swedish National Championships next month. Following this, both bands will come together for a joint rehearsal before Foden’s presents a short Children’s Concert. Foden's they enjoy a shared concert with Södertörns Brass. SUNDAY - Principal players will lead masterclasses at the Royal Academy, while other members of the band work with a group of young musicians on repertoire to be performed in the afternoon concert. The trip then concludes with a full concert featuring a reprise of ‘Music of the Spheres’ (the test piece which Foden's became the British Open Champions in September) Foden's would like to thanks Mats Svensson and everyone at Södertörns Brass for making this trip possible!  Further info via https://www.sodertornsbrass.com/

Foden's are delighted to return to Bakewell on Saturday 28th November for a spectacular afternoon of swing, big band classics and festive favourites with Matt Ford. Widely regarded as the UK’s leading big band singer, Matt has performed with the BBC, Hallé, RTÉ and Ulster Orchestras, as well as appearing at the BBC Proms. Expect sensational brass and timeless classics including Sway, Mack the Knife, I Left My Heart in San Francisco and New York, New York, alongside Christmas favourites such as Let It Snow, Santa Claus Is Coming to Town and Winter Wonderland. Supporting Ashgate Hospice - We’re proud that this concert, sponsored by Jepson Funerals’ Bakewell office, J W & J Mettam, will help support the wonderful work of Ashgate Hospice, providing free palliative and end-of-life care to people across North Derbyshire. Join us for an afternoon packed with swing, festive sparkle and fantastic music, all in support of a very worthy cause! Saturday 28th November S.Anselm’s School - Bakewell 2pm https://www.priorbooking.com/u/fodens