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0:00:00 > 0:00:02- # Ar Lan Y Mor #
0:00:09 > 0:00:13- From its inauguration in the - South Wales valleys two years ago...
0:00:13 > 0:00:17- ..this year's semi-finals - are held in Aberystwyth.
0:00:17 > 0:00:19- As tuneful as Morgan is...
0:00:19 > 0:00:23- ..it was The Cory Band, - the world's premier brass band...
0:00:23 > 0:00:26- ..that reigned supreme - at the Park and Dare.
0:00:29 > 0:00:32- # Myfanwy #
0:00:41 > 0:00:45- "Wow" is the only adjective - which springs to mind.
0:00:45 > 0:00:50- According to the rules, the current - champions can't compete this year.
0:00:50 > 0:00:52- The Cory Band must take a break.
0:00:52 > 0:00:56- 12 other bands will compete, - each hungry for the title...
0:00:56 > 0:00:59- ..and this exceptional trophy.
0:01:06 > 0:01:08- Welcome to Band Cymru.
0:01:08 > 0:01:10- Subtitles
0:01:31 > 0:01:34- Band Cymru, - the only competition in the world...
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- ..where jazz, wind and brass bands - share the same stage.
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- Reaching Aberystwyth - has taken considerable effort.
0:01:43 > 0:01:46- Auditions - were held throughout Wales.
0:01:46 > 0:01:52- Unnamed discs were sent to acclaimed - yet anonymous judges to be marked.
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- An impartial system in which - past successes account for nothing.
0:01:58 > 0:01:59- For me, it's spirit.
0:01:59 > 0:02:02- For me, it's spirit.- - That magic moment of musicality.
0:02:02 > 0:02:06- The ability to make - goose bumps appear on one's arm.
0:02:06 > 0:02:09- The one that wins will be the one - that stirs my emotions.
0:02:10 > 0:02:13- More than 500 instrumentalists...
0:02:13 > 0:02:15- ..have already been disappointed.
0:02:16 > 0:02:19- The dreams of hundreds more - are still alive.
0:02:21 > 0:02:25- In four live sessions, four - heroic bands will be selected...
0:02:25 > 0:02:29- ..to go through to the grand final - at the Park and Dare next month.
0:02:30 > 0:02:33- Which of these - will scale the heights...
0:02:34 > 0:02:38- ..and win prize money of 10,000 - as well as this exceptional trophy?
0:02:38 > 0:02:41- The Band Cymru 2016 trophy.
0:02:43 > 0:02:48- Here at Aberystwyth Arts Centre, on - the first night of competitions...
0:02:48 > 0:02:50- ..is the Tredegar Town Band...
0:02:50 > 0:02:53- ..who are ranked fifth in the world.
0:02:53 > 0:02:56- You're first to perform, - so off you go.
0:02:56 > 0:03:00- Also in the top 50 are - my old friends, Northop Silver Band.
0:03:00 > 0:03:02- Are you ready? Good luck.
0:03:02 > 0:03:08- Last to perform tonight is City - of Cardiff Melingriffith Brass Band.
0:03:08 > 0:03:12- Each of these bands is hoping - to lift this unique trophy.
0:03:13 > 0:03:15- Good luck to them all.
0:03:15 > 0:03:19- Sound the trumpets, - the competition is about to start.
0:03:19 > 0:03:22- Welcome to Aberystwyth Arts Centre.
0:03:22 > 0:03:24- And welcome - to our international judges.
0:03:25 > 0:03:29- Conductor, composer - and outstanding jazz trumpeter...
0:03:29 > 0:03:32- ..all the way from New York, - Jon Faddis.
0:03:32 > 0:03:35- Welshman, - Lt Colonel Dr Graham Jones...
0:03:35 > 0:03:39- ..has enjoyed a glittering career - in military music...
0:03:39 > 0:03:42- ..and now travels the world - as a conductor.
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- Colin Sheen is one of Britain's - most accomplished trombonists.
0:03:47 > 0:03:51- He's shone on the classical stage as - well as numerous movie soundtracks.
0:03:52 > 0:03:55- Also here to listen to - every quaver, crotchet and minim...
0:03:55 > 0:03:58- ..are our two unofficial judges...
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- ..Branwen Gwyn and Geraint Cynan.
0:04:01 > 0:04:04- We'll hear plenty from them - throughout the competition.
0:04:05 > 0:04:09- First to the stage - is the Tredegar Town Band.
0:04:09 > 0:04:13- Wales' recent regional champions - have quite a history.
0:04:19 > 0:04:23- The Blaenau Gwent valleys are home - to giants of the brass band world.
0:04:24 > 0:04:29- As former British champions and one - of the world's best brass bands...
0:04:29 > 0:04:33- ..the Tredegar Town Band - has claimed its place on the map...
0:04:33 > 0:04:36- ..since its formation in 1849...
0:04:36 > 0:04:41- ..to celebrate the opening of a mill - for the Tredegar Iron and Coal Co.
0:04:41 > 0:04:44- There's a cross-section of people - in the band.
0:04:47 > 0:04:50- We're all friends, - and that's what counts.
0:04:51 > 0:04:54- Being part of a band is like - being a part of a big family.
0:04:55 > 0:04:58- Sit in a band room, have a laugh, - meet some great people.
0:05:00 > 0:05:03- We're willing to go - that extra mile...
0:05:03 > 0:05:06- ..while other bands - might think we're a bit crazy.
0:05:07 > 0:05:11- But we like it, we take on unusual - projects and really go for it.
0:05:15 > 0:05:18- I've fond memories - of the competition two years ago...
0:05:18 > 0:05:24- ..though we were disappointed - that we didn't win first prize.
0:05:24 > 0:05:27- The feedback we had - from the public...
0:05:27 > 0:05:31- ..was that the band sounded great - and they enjoyed it.
0:05:32 > 0:05:36- Having people enjoy our performances - is what's important to us.
0:05:38 > 0:05:43- Ian's a great conductor. Great guy. - Really nice, puts in a lot of work.
0:05:44 > 0:05:46- He knows how to work the band...
0:05:46 > 0:05:49- ..but we can also - have a laugh with him.
0:05:49 > 0:05:52- Every time we compete, - we want to win.
0:05:52 > 0:05:57- No-one ever aims for second - or third place. Winning is our goal.
0:05:58 > 0:06:03- I hope the bands are practising - really hard because we really are!
0:06:13 > 0:06:15- They work hard and play hard.
0:06:16 > 0:06:19- They face the daunting task - of opening the competition.
0:06:20 > 0:06:23- Here they are - with their conductor, Ian Porthouse.
0:06:23 > 0:06:25- The Tredegar Town Band.
0:06:35 > 0:06:39- We're opening our programme - with Blackbird Special...
0:06:39 > 0:06:41- ..by the Dirty Dozen from America.
0:06:42 > 0:06:47- They're not a traditional brass band - but they play lively and fun music.
0:08:24 > 0:08:29- Our second piece is Folk Festival - by Dmitri Shostakovich.
0:08:29 > 0:08:33- The music featured in the film, - The Gadfly, back in the 1950s.
0:10:16 > 0:10:21- Next we're showcasing the talent of - our euphonium player, Matthew White.
0:10:21 > 0:10:25- He'll play the final movement - of a concerto by Philip Sparke.
0:10:26 > 0:10:30- Blue Heart is different - from traditional concertos.
0:10:30 > 0:10:32- I hope everyone enjoys it.
0:11:50 > 0:11:54- We end with an anthology - of Welsh songs by Matthew Hall...
0:11:54 > 0:11:57- ..called Legends of Cyfarthfa.
0:11:57 > 0:11:59- He's arranged numerous melodies...
0:12:00 > 0:12:03- ..including Aberystwyth, - Men of Harlech and many more.
0:12:04 > 0:12:05- The band loves it.
0:15:01 > 0:15:03- There was a lot of moving around.
0:15:03 > 0:15:04- It was quite a show.
0:15:04 > 0:15:06- It was quite a show.- - Since it's for television...
0:15:07 > 0:15:09- ..and so that - the judges can see us...
0:15:10 > 0:15:14- ..I think it's important - we put on a show...
0:15:14 > 0:15:16- ..instead of just sitting down.
0:15:17 > 0:15:21- That was amazing. You definitely set - the standard. How was it for you?
0:15:21 > 0:15:25- It was fantastic. - They did exactly as I asked.
0:15:25 > 0:15:27- I hope - it's what judges are looking for.
0:15:28 > 0:15:30- Here are the unofficial judges.
0:15:30 > 0:15:34- Here are the unofficial judges.- - Tredegar Town Band is world class.
0:15:34 > 0:15:36- How obvious was that tonight?
0:15:36 > 0:15:38- How obvious was that tonight?- - They're tight, disciplined.
0:15:38 > 0:15:41- They're technical - and they're also musical.
0:15:42 > 0:15:47- Despite their professionalism, - they haven't lost the humour.
0:15:47 > 0:15:52- They're prepared to go - the extra mile to put on a show.
0:15:52 > 0:15:54- That's certainly what we had.
0:15:54 > 0:15:58- All the different sections - work so well together.
0:15:59 > 0:16:01- The sound they produce...
0:16:01 > 0:16:05- ..at the beginning - and end of each interpretation...
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- ..we have the best seats - in the house here.
0:16:08 > 0:16:13- We have the best job because we can - sit back and enjoy the performance.
0:16:13 > 0:16:15- There was emotion, excitement.
0:16:16 > 0:16:21- I loved the selection - of Welsh melodies.
0:16:21 > 0:16:25- You heard something different - in every other bar.
0:16:25 > 0:16:28- Each instrumentalist - showed great technique.
0:16:28 > 0:16:31- A very praiseworthy performance.
0:16:31 > 0:16:37- The other bands will have to reach - a very high standard to beat them.
0:16:38 > 0:16:40- Professional, technical, - lots of humour.
0:16:41 > 0:16:44- They were smiling throughout. - What did you make of that?
0:16:44 > 0:16:47- Fantastic. We can't ask for more.
0:16:47 > 0:16:52- If the unofficial judges enjoyed it, - then it bodes well.
0:16:52 > 0:16:54- Have you done enough to win?
0:16:54 > 0:16:55- Have you done enough to win?- - Yes!
0:16:56 > 0:16:59- Northop Silver Band - is next on stage.
0:16:59 > 0:17:04- The band from northeast Wales will - hit the first note after the break.
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0:17:18 > 0:17:23- Representing northeast Wales - is the Northop Silver Band.
0:17:23 > 0:17:29- A group of friends established the - band 120 years ago at the local pub.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- That camaraderie - is as strong as ever.
0:17:32 > 0:17:36- We're like a family. - We see each other twice a week.
0:17:36 > 0:17:38- More, if there's a competition.
0:17:39 > 0:17:43- Aled is my partner. Gerallt - and Steph met through the band.
0:17:44 > 0:17:47- We see each other - more than we see our own families!
0:17:47 > 0:17:51- It's a village band and the band - is important to the village.
0:17:51 > 0:17:53- It's brought the community together.
0:17:54 > 0:17:59- The school coaches the children and - they come through the band system.
0:18:00 > 0:18:02- That's why - the band has been so successful.
0:18:03 > 0:18:07- It's like playing for a football - team. You all turn up for practice.
0:18:07 > 0:18:09- You have a match on Saturday.
0:18:12 > 0:18:17- If a rehearsal doesn't go well, - the conductor loses his temper...
0:18:18 > 0:18:21- ..and then everyone thinks, - "come on" and we improve.
0:18:24 > 0:18:27- When I heard we were through...
0:18:27 > 0:18:31- ..and saw which other bands - were competing against us...
0:18:31 > 0:18:36- ..I thought it was nice - that we're branching out...
0:18:36 > 0:18:40- ..and competing - against jazz bands and wind bands.
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- Competing against different genres - is great.
0:18:45 > 0:18:47- It gets us - out of our comfort zone...
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- ..when we're up against - different types of music.
0:18:51 > 0:18:55- This is a chance for the community - and the public to see...
0:18:55 > 0:18:57- ..what brass bands can do.
0:18:58 > 0:19:01- The best part is performing - and enjoying the music.
0:19:01 > 0:19:04- Hopefully everyone else - will enjoy too.
0:19:05 > 0:19:08- Good luck to Northop in Aberystwyth.
0:19:11 > 0:19:14- They were formed at the local pub.
0:19:14 > 0:19:18- If they win tonight, - they'll be back at the bar!
0:19:18 > 0:19:22- Conducted by Andrew Berryman, - this is Northop Silver Band.
0:19:30 > 0:19:36- The band will play the overture from - Rienzi, der Letzte der Tribunen...
0:19:36 > 0:19:38- ..an opera by Wagner.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- It's a dramatic piece to open with. - The band loves performing it.
0:22:09 > 0:22:12- The next piece - is Llanrwst by Gareth Glyn.
0:22:12 > 0:22:15- This is - my brass band arrangement of it.
0:22:15 > 0:22:20- It's a lovely piece which showcases - the band's lyrical side.
0:22:20 > 0:22:23- I'm pleased - the band chose this piece.
0:22:23 > 0:22:32- # And no summer - did through the keyhole thrust
0:22:32 > 0:22:36- # Without my feeling grateful
0:22:36 > 0:22:40- # As well I must
0:22:41 > 0:22:44- # Remembering the lake
0:22:45 > 0:22:49- # 'Twixt Geirionnydd and town
0:22:50 > 0:22:59- # With the gold of the sunlight
0:22:59 > 0:23:03- # Pouring down
0:23:13 > 0:23:27- # Hills now part me - from my old township grey
0:23:27 > 0:23:37- # As the first fruit of summer - cluster and sway
0:23:37 > 0:23:47- # The bridge - is bathing its feet in the streams
0:23:48 > 0:23:54- # And young lovers still cross it
0:23:54 > 0:24:03- # Lost in dreams #
0:24:27 > 0:24:32- The last piece is A Short Ride - in a Brass Machine by Andrew Baker.
0:24:33 > 0:24:38- It's in the style of the Hollywood - big tune, full of lively rhythms.
0:28:06 > 0:28:09- You have a relieved look - on your faces.
0:28:09 > 0:28:12- Yes, it's a relief - after all the hard work.
0:28:12 > 0:28:15- I'm glad to have it over with...
0:28:15 > 0:28:18- ..but it'd be nice - to do it all over again!
0:28:18 > 0:28:22- You were criticised for being - too traditional last time.
0:28:23 > 0:28:27- We've tried to branch out - a little this time...
0:28:27 > 0:28:31- ..and play things - a little more off-the-wall.
0:28:31 > 0:28:36- We think we're a very good contrast - to what the first band played.
0:28:36 > 0:28:37- I see that as a good thing.
0:28:37 > 0:28:40- I see that as a good thing.- - That was Northop Silver Band.
0:28:41 > 0:28:44- What did you make - of their performance?
0:28:44 > 0:28:48- Starting with the Rienzi was unwise - because it's very hard.
0:28:48 > 0:28:53- They were brave to start with that - because it's a precarious one.
0:28:53 > 0:28:57- Once they got into it, - you felt the splendour of the sound.
0:28:57 > 0:29:01- Once they hit the main melody, - they got into their stride...
0:29:01 > 0:29:05- ..and you felt as though - they'd almost embraced the piece.
0:29:05 > 0:29:08- I didn't know - if adding a vocalist would work...
0:29:09 > 0:29:12- ..but it was a lovely arrangement - by Lois Eifion...
0:29:12 > 0:29:16- ..with Robyn Lyn's dulcet tones - and the band's accompaniment.
0:29:17 > 0:29:20- I thought it worked really well.
0:29:20 > 0:29:25- They finished on a high with - A Short Ride in a Brass Machine.
0:29:25 > 0:29:28- It's a wonderful piece - for this band. It suited them.
0:29:28 > 0:29:33- They took every chance and gave us - a praiseworthy performance.
0:29:34 > 0:29:37- Fair comments. - We're here to listen to them.
0:29:37 > 0:29:40- We enjoyed it, - and that's what counts.
0:29:40 > 0:29:44- We're going to the pub, regardless. - We're going, full stop!
0:29:44 > 0:29:46- You deserve to celebrate.
0:29:46 > 0:29:49- Good luck to you all - and congratulations.
0:29:51 > 0:29:56- The City of Cardiff Melingriffith - Brass Band is aiming to win.
0:29:56 > 0:30:00- We'll find out - how they fare after the break.
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0:30:16 > 0:30:20- With its origins - dating all the way back to 1798...
0:30:20 > 0:30:24- ..the City of Cardiff - Melingriffith Brass Band...
0:30:24 > 0:30:27- ..is regarded - as Cardiff's oldest band.
0:30:27 > 0:30:32- It's one of the country's - most successful bands.
0:30:32 > 0:30:35- The sound - is just as rich as its history.
0:30:35 > 0:30:39- We're unique because we're - the only British institution...
0:30:39 > 0:30:41- ..with five brass bands.
0:30:41 > 0:30:45- Two youth bands, two competitive - bands and one community band.
0:30:45 > 0:30:51- We have two youth bands - which will hopefully go on to M2...
0:30:51 > 0:30:54- ..which is the second band - and then into the main band, M1.
0:30:55 > 0:30:57- All the bands help each other out.
0:30:57 > 0:31:01- We hold concerts and - sing carols together at Christmas.
0:31:01 > 0:31:05- There are - friendly people in the bands.
0:31:05 > 0:31:08- The community - is as important as the music.
0:31:08 > 0:31:12- There are quite a few characters, - especially the trombonists.
0:31:12 > 0:31:18- The band brings a lot of different - people together. It's a great mix.
0:31:20 > 0:31:24- It's a lot of fun but you - get to play wonderful music too.
0:31:24 > 0:31:28- We play to a high standard, which - gives us a lot of satisfaction.
0:31:28 > 0:31:32- Our best accolade was winning first - prize at the National Eisteddfod...
0:31:33 > 0:31:38- ..in the Vale of Glamorgan - because we won on home turf.
0:31:40 > 0:31:44- We're pleased to be competing - in Band Cymru. We've worked hard.
0:31:45 > 0:31:47- We're very much - looking forward to it.
0:31:47 > 0:31:50- We've nothing to fear. - We'll do our best.
0:31:50 > 0:31:54- The brass band world - is a very small one.
0:31:54 > 0:31:58- I've a lot of respect for them all - because the standard is so high.
0:31:58 > 0:32:00- But we don't fear them!
0:32:00 > 0:32:01- But we don't fear them!- - We're aiming to win.
0:32:02 > 0:32:04- I just want to go there and win.
0:32:07 > 0:32:10- We're hoping to give you - a good show. Who's going to win?
0:32:10 > 0:32:12- Melingriffith!
0:32:14 > 0:32:17- There's a rich history - to Wales' oldest band.
0:32:18 > 0:32:20- But will they soon be - 10,000 richer?
0:32:20 > 0:32:24- Conducted by Nigel Seaman, this is - City of Cardiff Melingriffith.
0:32:50 > 0:32:54- We're opening - with a piece called The Smile...
0:32:54 > 0:32:57- ..by a young composer - called Matthew Hall.
0:32:57 > 0:33:00- He wrote it - in memory of his grandfather.
0:33:00 > 0:33:04- He makes references to - his grandfather's favourite hymns...
0:33:05 > 0:33:08- ..the sounds he heard - from his time in the army...
0:33:08 > 0:33:11- ..and the chiming - of the church bell.
0:35:16 > 0:35:18- Next is a horn solo.
0:35:18 > 0:35:23- When You Wish Upon A Star - from the famous cartoon, Pinocchio.
0:35:23 > 0:35:27- It's an opportunity - for soloist Lowenna Taylor...
0:35:27 > 0:35:29- ..to showcase her talent.
0:35:29 > 0:35:32- The arrangement - is a little different too.
0:38:20 > 0:38:24- The next piece is called Madrigalen.
0:38:24 > 0:38:28- Though it begins in a madrigal style - from the 16th century...
0:38:28 > 0:38:32- ..it develops to become - a much more modern and lively piece.
0:40:08 > 0:40:15- # Mary-Ann has hurt her finger
0:40:15 > 0:40:20- # And David the servant - is unwell... #
0:40:23 > 0:40:28- The band will finish with the - traditional Welsh song, Sosban Fach.
0:40:29 > 0:40:33- The song starts off a little - differently, with a twist...
0:40:33 > 0:40:38- ..but the piece builds to a more - contemporary and lively ending.
0:41:38 > 0:41:40- The last piece was technical.
0:41:41 > 0:41:44- Yes, we were playing - across each other.
0:41:44 > 0:41:48- There were a few contrasts - here and there. It was difficult.
0:41:48 > 0:41:51- What was going through your mind - on stage?
0:41:52 > 0:41:56- I was trying to remember all the - notes because I did it from memory.
0:41:56 > 0:41:59- It went to plan, so good!
0:41:59 > 0:42:01- Your thoughts, Branwen?
0:42:01 > 0:42:03- I enjoyed Sosban Fach.
0:42:04 > 0:42:08- It's a well-known arrangement - within the brass band world.
0:42:08 > 0:42:13- I liked the fact they put their own - twist on it by singing at the start.
0:42:14 > 0:42:15- It made you sit up and take note.
0:42:15 > 0:42:18- It made you sit up and take note.- - It's a band full of characters too.
0:42:19 > 0:42:24- I felt we were getting - Nigel Seaman's style as a conductor.
0:42:24 > 0:42:26- I love hearing that.
0:42:26 > 0:42:31- There's a very comfortable honesty - about the way he trains bands.
0:42:32 > 0:42:36- Their powerful sound - was rounded and rich.
0:42:36 > 0:42:38- It really hit you.
0:42:39 > 0:42:43- It was lovely - hearing a very delicate ensemble.
0:42:43 > 0:42:48- The articulations were good. Every - staccato note was short and sharp.
0:42:49 > 0:42:53- The horn soloist - played When You Wish Upon A Star.
0:42:54 > 0:42:55- Did she give a star performance?
0:42:55 > 0:42:58- Did she give a star performance?- - It was wonderful. She's very young.
0:42:59 > 0:43:00- She certainly shone.
0:43:01 > 0:43:04- A lot of praise - for your style there.
0:43:04 > 0:43:05- You obviously work well together.
0:43:05 > 0:43:08- You obviously work well together.- - I'm enjoying working with them...
0:43:08 > 0:43:10- ..as the commentator said.
0:43:10 > 0:43:14- It's a band which is - working very hard to improve.
0:43:14 > 0:43:19- This competition is something - we've aimed to play well at.
0:43:20 > 0:43:23- That's it, the three bands - have done their best.
0:43:23 > 0:43:27- The three judges leave the - Great Hall to make their decision.
0:43:28 > 0:43:31- The four best bands - will go through to the final.
0:43:31 > 0:43:34- Join us after the break - for the result.
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0:43:45 > 0:43:49- The bands are on tenterhooks, - waiting for the result...
0:43:49 > 0:43:53- ..which is in the hands - of the three international judges.
0:43:56 > 0:43:58- Colin Sheen has bridged the gap...
0:43:59 > 0:44:01- ..between the classical world - and the big bands.
0:44:02 > 0:44:06- The main trombonist with Don Lusher - and the English Chamber Orchestra.
0:44:07 > 0:44:10- He's recorded - with Paul McCartney and Pavarotti...
0:44:10 > 0:44:14- ..and played on the Harry Potter, - Batman and James Bond soundtracks.
0:44:15 > 0:44:18- After a career - as a Royal Military band leader...
0:44:18 > 0:44:23- ..Dr Graham Jones retired to focus - on his career as a conductor.
0:44:24 > 0:44:28- He was responsible for the music - at Trooping the Colour...
0:44:28 > 0:44:31- ..and the Remembrance Sunday Tattoo.
0:44:31 > 0:44:35- He's also conducting - the official celebration...
0:44:35 > 0:44:37- ..of the Queen's 90th birthday.
0:44:38 > 0:44:43- American Jon Faddis is regarded as - one of the greats of the jazz world.
0:44:43 > 0:44:46- "He is the best ever, - including me..."
0:44:46 > 0:44:49- ..which is what - Dizzy Gillespie said about him.
0:44:49 > 0:44:53- He's performed - with Duke Ellington and Count Basie.
0:44:53 > 0:44:58- As an instrumentalist, he emulates - Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis...
0:44:58 > 0:45:01- ..whilst creating - his own unique style.
0:45:01 > 0:45:04- The band that won it for me - did it on musicality.
0:45:04 > 0:45:09- They affected my emotions with - their playing. That's what counts.
0:45:09 > 0:45:15- They played - with better dynamics, intonation...
0:45:15 > 0:45:18- ..phrasing.
0:45:18 > 0:45:21- And that's why that band won.
0:45:21 > 0:45:26- I love the ebb and flow and the - shape and structure of performance.
0:45:26 > 0:45:29- Absolutely top notch. Well done.
0:45:32 > 0:45:37- Before we hear the result, what did - our unofficial judges think?
0:45:37 > 0:45:38- Geraint?
0:45:38 > 0:45:40- Geraint?- - I enjoyed each of them...
0:45:40 > 0:45:42- ..for different reasons.
0:45:42 > 0:45:46- They gave us variety - and different interpretations.
0:45:46 > 0:45:49- However, I really think - Tredegar Town Band...
0:45:50 > 0:45:52- ..is very high on the list.
0:45:52 > 0:45:54- Your favourites, Branwen?
0:45:54 > 0:45:55- Your favourites, Branwen?- - I agree with Geraint...
0:45:56 > 0:46:01- ..for their dynamism, - professionalism and precision.
0:46:01 > 0:46:03- Let's see if you're right.
0:46:03 > 0:46:07- Dr Graham Jones, - may we please have the result?
0:46:07 > 0:46:10- And the winner is...
0:46:22 > 0:46:25- ..Melingriffith!
0:46:47 > 0:46:49- Congratulations.
0:46:50 > 0:46:54- City of Cardiff Melingriffith - and conductor, Nigel Seaman.
0:46:54 > 0:46:58- They are delighted. You must be - very delighted as a conductor.
0:46:58 > 0:47:01- Very delighted and surprised.
0:47:01 > 0:47:02- Really?
0:47:02 > 0:47:05- Really?- - We were up against very good bands.
0:47:05 > 0:47:09- For us to just get that little edge, - absolutely amazing.
0:47:09 > 0:47:12- And another step closer - towards winning 10,000.
0:47:13 > 0:47:17- Marvellous. We'll have to try really - hard to keep ahead of the game.
0:47:17 > 0:47:20- Congratulations, Nigel Seaman...
0:47:20 > 0:47:23- ..and City of Cardiff - Melingriffith Brass Band.
0:47:24 > 0:47:27- And that's it for tonight.
0:47:27 > 0:47:32- The performances and adjudications - are available on the website.
0:47:35 > 0:47:38- Goodbye to you all from Aberystwyth.
0:48:17 > 0:48:19- S4C Subtitles by Adnod Cyf.
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