0:00:08 > 0:00:12- If you've been following - the Band Cymru competition...
0:00:12 > 0:00:16- ..over the last couple of months and - heard the quality of the bands...
0:00:18 > 0:00:22- ..you don't need to be a detective - to work out...
0:00:26 > 0:00:30- ..that band music in Wales has - been built on sturdy foundations.
0:00:40 > 0:00:42- We hope Morgan is well soon.
0:00:42 > 0:00:45- However, tonight, we turn our - attention to the next generation.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- The four best youth bands - in Wales are here with us.
0:00:49 > 0:00:51- In the final, we have...
0:00:53 > 0:00:56- ..Band Jazz Tryfan, Gwent Youth - Wind Orchestra...
0:00:57 > 0:00:59- ..Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band...
0:00:59 > 0:01:03- ..and Cardiff and Vale Music Service - Youth Jazz Orchestra.
0:01:04 > 0:01:08- Despite his failings, Inspector - Clouseau eventually grabbed his man.
0:01:08 > 0:01:11- But who will get their hands - on this trophy and the title...
0:01:11 > 0:01:13- ..Band Ieuenctid Cymru 2016?
0:01:14 > 0:01:15- Subtitles
0:01:16 > 0:01:18- Subtitles
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- Band Cymru is the only - competition in the world...
0:01:33 > 0:01:37- ..where jazz, wind and brass bands - share the same stage.
0:01:38 > 0:01:40- Reaching the Parc and Dare Theatre - stage...
0:01:41 > 0:01:43- ..was certainly not child's play.
0:01:43 > 0:01:44- all over Wales...
0:01:45 > 0:01:49- ..and anonymous discs were sent to - anonymous adjudicators to be marked.
0:01:50 > 0:01:54- This system ensures that past - success counts for nothing.
0:01:56 > 0:02:00- The variety has been amazing - and after weeks of rehearsal...
0:02:00 > 0:02:05- ..all the hard work and commitment - was clear to see and hear.
0:02:06 > 0:02:09- The young people of Wales - are ready to prove...
0:02:09 > 0:02:13- ..that you'll find nothing better - anywhere in the world.
0:02:16 > 0:02:18- Dozens entered the contest...
0:02:18 > 0:02:22- ..but it's the dreams of these - four bands that are still alive.
0:02:22 > 0:02:25- do the talking...
0:02:26 > 0:02:29- ..and for us to discover who - will be Band Ieuenctid Cymru 2016.
0:02:32 > 0:02:36- Hello and welcome to the - Parc and Dare Theatre in Treorchy.
0:02:43 > 0:02:45- The bands are ready to - shake the town.
0:02:49 > 0:02:51- It's going to be quite an evening.
0:02:55 > 0:02:57- We're ready for action here.
0:02:58 > 0:03:01- First the impressive judges - for tonight competition.
0:03:01 > 0:03:05- Jon Faddis is a world renowned Jazz - trumpeter, composer and conductor.
0:03:05 > 0:03:08- Dr Graham Jones has had a - successful career in military music.
0:03:09 > 0:03:12- He now travels the world - as a conductor.
0:03:13 > 0:03:17- Colin Sheen is one of Britain's - most gifted trombone players.
0:03:17 > 0:03:20- He's a star of stage and film music.
0:03:36 > 0:03:38- They are our official adjudicators.
0:03:39 > 0:03:42- In the hot seats - as our unofficial jury...
0:03:42 > 0:03:44- ..are the cornetist, - Branwen Gwyn...
0:03:45 > 0:03:48- ..and the chief bandit of - the bands in Wales, Geraint Cynan.
0:03:48 > 0:03:51- Our first band tonight - is Band Jazz Tryfan.
0:03:51 > 0:03:53- Band Jazz Tryfan - was created in 2007.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- The pupils - turned to instruments such as...
0:03:57 > 0:04:01- ..the saxophone, trombone and
0:04:01 > 0:04:04- Having won at the Urdd Eisteddfod - several times...
0:04:04 > 0:04:07- ..they were also - the only youth band...
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- ..to reach the top 12 of - Band Cymru 2014 - quite a feat.
0:04:11 > 0:04:15- We're incredibly proud - of what we've achieved as a band.
0:04:15 > 0:04:19- All the other bands are fed from - six, seven or eight schools...
0:04:19 > 0:04:21- ..or take in a large area.
0:04:22 > 0:04:25- It's incredible to think that - there are only 500 pupils here...
0:04:26 > 0:04:29- ..and this band is made up - solely of Ysgol Tryfan pupils.
0:04:38 > 0:04:41- It doesn't feel like an obligation.
0:04:41 > 0:04:44- We like going to jazz band - and having fun.
0:04:45 > 0:04:49- Jazz band is different - to orchestra and brass band.
0:04:51 > 0:04:54- Mr Davies keeps us in order - and gets us to rehearsals.
0:04:55 > 0:04:58- When it's fine outside - and we just want to play football...
0:04:58 > 0:05:01- ..he reminds us of the fun - we'll have at the Eisteddfod...
0:05:02 > 0:05:06- ..and that persuades us - to go and rehearse.
0:05:06 > 0:05:09- They inspire me - to want to carry on...
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- ..and make me think I must - find something else to play.
0:05:14 > 0:05:16- They move things forward.
0:05:17 > 0:05:20- It's different - to other activities like sport...
0:05:21 > 0:05:24- ..or sitting at home - playing on your phone.
0:05:25 > 0:05:27- It's a way of communicating...
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- visit different places in the area.
0:05:31 > 0:05:34- The most important thing - is to give a good performance...
0:05:34 > 0:05:36- ..and show that we can play - just as well as they can.
0:05:37 > 0:05:38- Who knows, we might be lucky.
0:05:38 > 0:05:40- Tryfan is on the way - to the Park and Dare.
0:05:41 > 0:05:42- Watch out. Ready?
0:05:42 > 0:05:43- Yes!
0:05:51 > 0:05:53- Are you feeling nervous?
0:06:00 > 0:06:02- A little. But I'm ready for it.
0:06:02 > 0:06:05- The first on stage tonight - are Band Jazz Tryfan.
0:06:18 > 0:06:21- The Chicken is a jazz tune - composed by Pee Wee Ellis.
0:06:27 > 0:06:28- It is a great piece for the pupils.
0:09:21 > 0:09:25- Our next piece is Over the Rainbow - composed by Harold Arlen.
0:09:26 > 0:09:29- Merin Lleu is playing a - trombone solo in Over the Rainbow.
0:09:44 > 0:09:45- It is a difficult key.
0:13:35 > 0:13:36- We chose this piece...
0:13:42 > 0:13:45- ..without having a chance to - practice as a band.
0:13:45 > 0:13:47- It is quite an unusual piece.
0:13:50 > 0:13:51- It has quite a big band sound.
0:13:57 > 0:14:00- It's called Latin Satin. It's a - tune composed by Perez Prado.
0:15:54 > 0:15:57- Our final piece is Yma O Hyd, - made famous by Dafydd Iwan.
0:16:09 > 0:16:11- The pupils are over - the moon playing it.
0:18:53 > 0:18:58- Band Jazz Tryfan - are coming off stage.
0:18:58 > 0:19:02- What a great start to the evening.
0:19:02 > 0:19:03- How did it go?
0:19:07 > 0:19:09- It was a wonderful experience.
0:19:11 > 0:19:12- You sounded fantastic.
0:19:13 > 0:19:14- Were you nervous?
0:19:18 > 0:19:22- Not really.
0:19:23 > 0:19:24- That is a wonderful performance.
0:19:33 > 0:19:34- Let's now hear from our judges.
0:19:39 > 0:19:40- It Is A Great start to the evening.
0:19:44 > 0:19:46- They didn't look nervous at All.
0:19:54 > 0:19:56- They play with the performance.
0:20:00 > 0:20:03- I'm not sure whether it is the - pupils that inspire him...
0:20:03 > 0:20:05- ..or he inspires the pupils.
0:20:05 > 0:20:06- They just Work well Together.
0:20:07 > 0:20:08- I enjoyed the big band music.
0:20:10 > 0:20:13- The soloist trombone - Player Was wonderful.
0:20:18 > 0:20:20- It Was A Great Varied Programme.
0:20:22 > 0:20:23- They were incredibly young.
0:20:25 > 0:20:26- The Drummer was fantastic.
0:20:32 > 0:20:33- We had a lot of drama and humour.
0:20:44 > 0:20:48- Their actions and movements didn't - take away from the performance.
0:20:54 > 0:20:56- They also made Dafydd Iwan - very funky.
0:21:00 > 0:21:02- Did you feel that they were - pupils performing on stage?
0:21:03 > 0:21:04- It is incredible.
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- Most bands in the area are mixed - pupils from different schools.
0:21:24 > 0:21:26- ..come from one school in - particular.
0:21:29 > 0:21:30- I think there is a badge of honour..
0:21:31 > 0:21:33- ..being a part of the - band in The School.
0:21:35 > 0:21:37- The conductor is clearly - inspiration.
0:21:47 > 0:21:50- The tempo changes and key - signature changes would perfect.
0:21:51 > 0:21:54- He was a wonderful conductor, He - just nodded here and there.
0:22:05 > 0:22:07- That was fantastic - according to Branwen.
0:22:10 > 0:22:12- Some of these pupils have - Exams On Monday.
0:22:19 > 0:22:21- They have great fun - performing in the band.
0:22:26 > 0:22:28- They behaved fairly well Here.
0:22:30 > 0:22:31- I am extremely proud of them.
0:22:31 > 0:22:32- I am extremely proud of them.- - Good luck.
0:22:32 > 0:22:36- Gwent Youth Wind Orchestra - will be with us in two minutes.
0:22:39 > 0:22:42- Subtitles
0:22:42 > 0:22:43- Subtitles
0:22:45 > 0:22:46- Gwent Youth Wind Orchestra
0:22:48 > 0:22:52- Established over 25 years ago, Gwent - Youth Wind Orchestra attracts...
0:22:53 > 0:22:56- ..talented woodwind, brass - and percussion players...
0:23:00 > 0:23:04- ..from schools in Blaenau Gwent, - Monmouthshire, Newport and Torfaen.
0:23:04 > 0:23:07- The orchestra has performed - at the Royal Albert Hall...
0:23:08 > 0:23:11- ..and hopes to travel - to New York next year...
0:23:11 > 0:23:13- ..to perform at Carnegie Hall.
0:23:14 > 0:23:16- This band is full - of bright, energetic...
0:23:17 > 0:23:20- ..quite cheeky players I have - to say, but they're great fun.
0:23:20 > 0:23:23- There's a great work ethic - and a great team spirit.
0:23:23 > 0:23:27- Anybody that blows - into their instrument can join...
0:23:27 > 0:23:31- ..you go from brass - to actual wind instruments...
0:23:31 > 0:23:33- ..oboes and clarinets.
0:23:33 > 0:23:38- When you join, you don't know many - people, perhaps a few from school...
0:23:38 > 0:23:40- ..but you soon make friends.
0:23:43 > 0:23:44- We have a bit of banter.
0:23:45 > 0:23:48- We like having a laugh in rehearsals - and during breaks.
0:23:51 > 0:23:53- Although Sean is quite strict, - he can be funny.
0:23:56 > 0:23:57- He knows how to have a laugh.
0:23:58 > 0:24:00- To win the title - would be a great accolade...
0:24:00 > 0:24:03- ..for this band in particular, for - music service groups in general...
0:24:04 > 0:24:06- ..and for - the medium of a wind orchestra.
0:24:07 > 0:24:09- It would just be - absolutely fantastic.
0:24:10 > 0:24:14- I think things have become a bit - more serious to prepare for this.
0:24:14 > 0:24:19- Mr O'Neill is being even more - detailed in what he wants us to do.
0:24:19 > 0:24:22- We've even put in a bit of - choreography...
0:24:22 > 0:24:24- ..which we're not used to.
0:24:25 > 0:24:27- We need to practice that a lot.
0:24:28 > 0:24:31- My message to - the other bands is good luck...
0:24:31 > 0:24:32- ..and watch out.
0:24:33 > 0:24:34- Who's going to win?
0:24:41 > 0:24:43- Their conductor is Sean O'Neill.
0:24:45 > 0:24:48- Gwent Youth Wind Orchestra - are ready for their performance.
0:24:56 > 0:25:00- We're going to start our programme - with Entry of the Gladiators.
0:25:01 > 0:25:05- It is a military march written - by the Czech composer Julius Fucik.
0:25:22 > 0:25:24- It is very fast piece and a - lot of fun to play.
0:27:23 > 0:27:25- Our second piece - is Instant Concert.
0:27:29 > 0:27:33- This amazing novelty presents - 30 separate, well-known melodies...
0:27:33 > 0:27:35- ..in the space of three - minutes and ten seconds!
0:27:40 > 0:27:41- Listen carefully.
0:30:46 > 0:30:49- We're going to close our - programme with James Bond 007.
0:30:59 > 0:31:01- It has been arranged by John Barry.
0:37:44 > 0:37:46- That was the Gwent Youth Wind - Orchestra.
0:37:46 > 0:37:52- Well done. Were you shaken and - stirred with that performance?
0:37:54 > 0:37:55- I think it was OK.
0:37:55 > 0:37:59- Which piece do you think - will please the judges?
0:37:59 > 0:38:00- James Bond.
0:38:01 > 0:38:02- Sean, well done.
0:38:04 > 0:38:07- You had James Bond and Gladiators, - heroes of the silver screen.
0:38:08 > 0:38:10- Did you feel like heroes - of the stage?
0:38:10 > 0:38:11- I think we did.
0:38:11 > 0:38:14- They were definitely the heroes. - They didn't let me down.
0:38:14 > 0:38:15- They looked very smart.
0:38:16 > 0:38:18- Thank you, they brushed up nicely.
0:38:19 > 0:38:21- Thank you and it's back to the hall.
0:38:22 > 0:38:26- The popular pieces grabbed the - imagination of the performers.
0:38:27 > 0:38:29- Did you enjoy - the programme, Branwen?
0:38:31 > 0:38:33- The audience certainly enjoyed it.
0:38:34 > 0:38:36- We have a great audience here.
0:38:37 > 0:38:40- Everyone is enjoying an - appreciating the performances.
0:38:41 > 0:38:42- This was a huge band.
0:38:43 > 0:38:46- I don't think they could have - fitted any more onto the stage.
0:38:47 > 0:38:50- It was a young band - with a very high standard.
0:38:51 > 0:38:53- They got over-excited at times - and rushed.
0:38:54 > 0:38:57- without any fuss.
0:38:57 > 0:39:00- There was plenty of excitement - in their programme.
0:39:01 > 0:39:03- I really enjoyed Instant Concert.
0:39:03 > 0:39:06- It was a playful piece - that really suited them.
0:39:07 > 0:39:09- You could tell they - were enjoying that piece.
0:39:11 > 0:39:13- You kept trying to predict - their next switch.
0:39:14 > 0:39:17- It was quite challenging programme - and asked a lot of them.
0:39:17 > 0:39:19- I think they were tired by the end.
0:39:19 > 0:39:21- A very good performance - on the whole.
0:39:21 > 0:39:23- What did you make - of the second piece?
0:39:27 > 0:39:29- It included many popular - melodies and tempo changes.
0:39:30 > 0:39:32- As Branwen said, - it was very challenging.
0:39:33 > 0:39:34- Yes, very challenging.
0:39:38 > 0:39:40- It was a medley of more than - 30 melodies.
0:39:40 > 0:39:44- During some parts, you could hear - many melodies bridging each other.
0:39:44 > 0:39:45- That was their best piece.
0:39:45 > 0:39:49- It falls within the style of music - which they feel comfortable playing.
0:39:49 > 0:39:51- I felt they ran out of energy - before the James Bond.
0:39:53 > 0:39:56- The melody was originally composed - for an electric guitar...
0:39:58 > 0:40:01- ..so it's extremely challenging - to recreate that powerful sound.
0:40:03 > 0:40:07- It was a great arrangement with a - performance time of around 6 mins.
0:40:07 > 0:40:09- There were many dynamic changes.
0:40:14 > 0:40:17- However, it was well controlled - and I enjoyed their contribution.
0:40:18 > 0:40:22- It clearly takes hours of practice - to achieve a performance like that.
0:40:28 > 0:40:30- Amazing discipline.
0:40:31 > 0:40:33- Do you think what - our jury said is fair?
0:40:34 > 0:40:37- They didn't take their eye off - the magic wand for one second.
0:40:37 > 0:40:38- Are you proud of them?
0:40:40 > 0:40:43- They couldn't have played it better. - Very pleased with them.
0:40:44 > 0:40:47- You looked so smart and you - looked to be enjoying it all.
0:40:48 > 0:40:49- Hopefully!
0:40:50 > 0:40:52- Thank you and good luck.
0:40:53 > 0:40:54- Thank you.
0:40:56 > 0:40:58- Join us after the break - for the third band...
0:41:00 > 0:41:03- ..Cardiff and the Vale Music - Services Youth Jazz Orchestra
0:41:10 > 0:41:11- Subtitles
0:41:12 > 0:41:13- Subtitles
0:41:15 > 0:41:18- Cardiff and Vale Music Service - Youth Jazz Orchestra
0:41:18 > 0:41:22- The Cardiff and Vale Music Service - Youth Jazz Orchestra...
0:41:22 > 0:41:23- ..was formed in 2003...
0:41:24 > 0:41:27- ..to help young players - in the area to develop skills...
0:41:28 > 0:41:30- ..in jazz and big band music.
0:41:30 > 0:41:33- With a repertoire - full of old favourites...
0:41:34 > 0:41:37- ..such as Duke Ellington, - Glenn Miller and Count Basie...
0:41:37 > 0:41:40- ..the band has entertained audiences - all over Wales.
0:41:41 > 0:41:42- A-one, two, three, four...
0:41:48 > 0:41:52- They are a great bunch from various - backgrounds, schools and areas.
0:41:53 > 0:41:56- I try and teach them about - jazz and improvisation.
0:41:57 > 0:42:00- We play a lot of classical music - in school orchestra...
0:42:01 > 0:42:03- ..and orchestras outside school.
0:42:04 > 0:42:06- This is something different.
0:42:07 > 0:42:08- Dave's a great conductor.
0:42:09 > 0:42:12- He's always there to help - if we don't understand.
0:42:12 > 0:42:16- The unique point about this band is - we've got a lot of great soloists...
0:42:16 > 0:42:19- ..from piano, and bass to - saxophonists and trumpet players.
0:42:20 > 0:42:24- They'll play solos and show their - character and their improvised side.
0:42:27 > 0:42:30- I'd say our sound as a band - is quite well-balanced.
0:42:31 > 0:42:34- We're quite a small band - compared to many other bands.
0:42:35 > 0:42:38- Because of that, we're closer to - each other and we have a lot of fun.
0:42:42 > 0:42:44- It was a shock to get - to the Youth Band final...
0:42:45 > 0:42:47- ..but we're rehearsing - and we can't wait.
0:42:51 > 0:42:54- As far as the competition goes, - we're ready to do well.
0:42:54 > 0:42:57- I think most of the band - will just see it...
0:42:57 > 0:43:00- ..as an opportunity to perform - and make good music.
0:43:02 > 0:43:05- Good luck to all the bands - but who's going to win?
0:43:05 > 0:43:07- Cardiff and the Vale! Wooo!
0:43:15 > 0:43:18- Our third band is Cardiff and Vale - Music Services Youth Jazz Orchestra.
0:43:19 > 0:43:21- David Miller is the conductor.
0:43:30 > 0:43:32- We open our programme with Indiana.
0:43:53 > 0:43:55- The whole ensemble enjoy this piece.
0:43:56 > 0:43:59- The saxophonists are allowed - to star in this piece.
0:46:35 > 0:46:36- Next on our programme is Manteca.
0:46:38 > 0:46:41- It was written by Dizzy Gillespie, - Chano Pozo and Gil Fuller in 1947.
0:46:49 > 0:46:52- It starts with a piano before - the whole band comes in.
0:46:53 > 0:46:55- Our tenor sax soloist - is Felix Peterhen.
0:50:41 > 0:50:44- We close our programme - with Take the "A" Train.
0:50:44 > 0:50:48- It was the signature tune - of the Duke Ellington orchestra.
0:50:58 > 0:50:59- The whole band starts off...
0:51:01 > 0:51:04- ..before the saxophone - takes on the main theme.
0:51:04 > 0:51:06- It ends with a very exciting climax.
0:54:32 > 0:54:36- Cardiff and Vale Music Services - Youth Jazz Orchestra are off stage.
0:54:36 > 0:54:37- How did it go?
0:54:39 > 0:54:42- It's hard to think of anything - apart from what you're doing.
0:54:43 > 0:54:45- You just need to focus - and hope it goes well.
0:54:47 > 0:54:47- Concentrate on the piece.
0:54:47 > 0:54:49- Concentrate on the piece.- - Exactly.
0:54:49 > 0:54:52- David, what was it like performing - in front of Jon Faddis?
0:54:53 > 0:54:54- It was quite an experience.
0:54:55 > 0:54:58- It was nice to show the panel - of judges what we can do.
0:54:59 > 0:55:02- How do you rein in - the improvisation?
0:55:02 > 0:55:04- There's structure in the music...
0:55:04 > 0:55:07- ..but the freedom happens - in the improvisation sections.
0:55:07 > 0:55:09- That's when they can let it go.
0:55:11 > 0:55:13- Back to Nia, who is with - our unofficial judges.
0:55:31 > 0:55:33- We've seen three very - different bands.
0:55:36 > 0:55:39- It was nice to hear the - big-band music earlier.
0:55:45 > 0:55:47- Usually those who play big-band - music are my age.
0:55:49 > 0:55:50- These seemed so experienced.
0:55:53 > 0:55:55- All the soloists should be - applauded.
0:56:03 > 0:56:04- They have to do the ensemble work...
0:56:06 > 0:56:07- ..and then immediately do a solo.
0:56:11 > 0:56:13- I Loved The First Piece. They - started off very well.
0:56:13 > 0:56:15- What about the programme?
0:56:19 > 0:56:21- It was a challenging programme.
0:56:25 > 0:56:27- I think maybe the pieces were a - little bit similar.
0:56:40 > 0:56:42- There was something not there for me
0:56:42 > 0:56:43- but I'm not sure what.
0:56:44 > 0:56:47- They are all very talented - instrumentalists.
0:56:47 > 0:56:49- I felt very comfortable - listening to them.
0:56:49 > 0:56:51- It was A Very Relaxed performance.
0:56:58 > 0:56:59- It takes a lot of guts to - be a soloist.
0:57:18 > 0:57:20- They did very well to build.
0:57:24 > 0:57:26- Improvisation is very - difficult on the stage.
0:57:29 > 0:57:31- Some of them revel in the - improvisation.
0:57:32 > 0:57:34- Others will freeze when - they have to improvise.
0:57:36 > 0:57:37- The tenor sax Was excellent.
0:57:42 > 0:57:44- I think the judges will - probably like it.
0:57:45 > 0:57:47- Jon Faddis will have enjoyed it.
0:57:51 > 0:57:53- Some praise for you as a soloist.
0:57:54 > 0:57:56- It was great feedback.
0:58:01 > 0:58:03- I'm glad they loved my Solo.
0:58:11 > 0:58:13- I worked hard on getting - the notes right.
0:58:14 > 0:58:15- What is your secret?
0:58:17 > 0:58:18- We work very hard each week.
0:58:19 > 0:58:21- I teach them all I can.
0:58:22 > 0:58:23- But it's all credit To Them.
0:58:25 > 0:58:26- Only one more band to go.
0:58:26 > 0:58:29- Join us after the break to see - the Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band.
0:58:29 > 0:58:30- See you in a couple of minutes.
0:58:31 > 0:58:32- Subtitles
0:58:32 > 0:58:33- Subtitles
0:58:41 > 0:58:43- With two bands - through to the final...
0:58:44 > 0:58:47- ..there's clearly a lot of talent - in the Gwent music service.
0:58:48 > 0:58:52- Youth brass band playing in the - county goes as far back as the '60s.
0:58:52 > 0:58:54- The band has represented - the county...
0:58:55 > 0:58:58- ..at many grand concerts - and competitions over years...
0:58:58 > 0:59:02- ..and have won the National Youth - Brass Band Championship four times.
0:59:04 > 0:59:06- We play a range of music - such as jazz and pop.
0:59:10 > 0:59:11- I enjoy coming to the rehearsals.
0:59:13 > 0:59:16- I enjoy meeting people - and making new friends.
0:59:16 > 0:59:19- It's great to get together - to play on weekends.
0:59:19 > 0:59:23- They're a fun group of - personalities. They're fantastic.
0:59:23 > 0:59:27- There are some strange ones who we - keep locked away most of the time!
0:59:28 > 0:59:30- Our conductor, Gareth Ritter, - is amazing.
0:59:31 > 0:59:33- He is excited about everything - brass band.
0:59:35 > 0:59:39- He's very strict and works us hard - but he brings the band alive.
0:59:42 > 0:59:44- To get to the final - means everything to us.
0:59:45 > 0:59:47- They've worked their socks off.
0:59:47 > 0:59:49- I've told the guys...
0:59:50 > 0:59:53- ..that if they think it's the - taking part that counts, it's not.
0:59:53 > 0:59:55- You go to a competition - for one reason only.
0:59:55 > 0:59:58- If we play our best possible - performance and we're happy...
0:59:59 > 1:00:01- ..then we can't do - anymore than that.
1:00:01 > 1:00:03- To win it would be amazing.
1:00:05 > 1:00:07- It would put Gwent on the map - as a music service.
1:00:08 > 1:00:12- We'd like to wish all the other - bands luck for the competition...
1:00:12 > 1:00:14- ..but just remember, brass is best!
1:00:16 > 1:00:20- I'm joined by the Greater Gwent - Youth Brass Band conductor...
1:00:20 > 1:00:21- ..Gareth Ritter.
1:00:31 > 1:00:32- They are our final band.
1:00:35 > 1:00:37- Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band
1:00:39 > 1:00:41- Our first piece today is Brooklyn.
1:00:42 > 1:00:44- Bethan Cooke will play the - trombone solo from Brooklyn.
1:03:40 > 1:03:42- Our next piece - is The Shepherd's Song by Elgar.
1:03:49 > 1:03:51- It is a quiet and lyrical piece.
1:04:03 > 1:04:05- It displays our ability to - play tenderly.
1:06:49 > 1:06:51- Our next piece is Mr Sandman.
1:06:53 > 1:06:54- It was written by Pat Ballard in - 1954.
1:07:01 > 1:07:04- It displays the talent of the - percussion section.
1:07:08 > 1:07:10- I hope the audience enjoys it.
1:09:56 > 1:09:58- Our final piece - is Country Clambake.
1:09:59 > 1:10:00- It is a collection...
1:10:01 > 1:10:05- ..of traditional American tunes - arranged by Alan Fernie.
1:10:15 > 1:10:17- It's a hootenanny-hoedown.
1:10:19 > 1:10:20- It is full of fun and energy.
1:13:05 > 1:13:12- Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band - are just coming off the stage.
1:13:12 > 1:13:17- You sang and danced. - How do you feel that went?
1:13:20 > 1:13:22- I really enjoyed it.
1:13:28 > 1:13:29- What a performance.
1:13:32 > 1:13:33- I really enjoyed it.
1:13:42 > 1:13:45- Why is it so special working - with these youngsters?
1:13:49 > 1:13:52- I was brought up in the - Gwent music service.
1:13:53 > 1:13:54- These guys are fantastic.
1:13:56 > 1:13:58- You're also a classroom teacher.
1:14:02 > 1:14:05- How'd you get the best out - of youngsters?
1:14:09 > 1:14:12- If they enjoy what they're - doing, they will do it.
1:14:13 > 1:14:16- Let's now hear from our - unofficial judges.
1:14:16 > 1:14:19- They are the only brass band - in the competition.
1:14:22 > 1:14:24- It is full of surprises.
1:14:38 > 1:14:41- At some point, I thought We - would have an action song.
1:14:47 > 1:14:50- I've never seen a hi-vis jacket - Onstage Like That Before.
1:14:50 > 1:14:53- They're playing was of an - exceptional standard.
1:14:54 > 1:14:56- with The Conductor.
1:15:01 > 1:15:04- There Was plenty of variety - in their programme.
1:15:04 > 1:15:06- From The Very First Note, I - thought wow.
1:15:07 > 1:15:09- They have clearly made an - impression on you.
1:15:14 > 1:15:17- They caught my attention - from the beginning.
1:15:35 > 1:15:38- The band chose to perform four songs - Compared to the other bands...
1:15:39 > 1:15:40- ..who played three.
1:15:41 > 1:15:43- This way, though there - was plenty of variety.
1:15:46 > 1:15:50- You have to take yourself seriously - To Have that much humour on stage.
1:15:55 > 1:15:59- If you cut the music service, you - miss out on performances like this.
1:16:13 > 1:16:16- There's clearly a lot of - support for that thought.
1:16:31 > 1:16:34- The movement didn't distract - from their performance.
1:16:42 > 1:16:47- We are all going to think - differently as judges.
1:16:47 > 1:16:50- ..in their programme.
1:16:57 > 1:17:01- They Had Wonderfully lyrical playing - style as well as great strength.
1:17:03 > 1:17:07- We have had A fantastic evening of - exceptionally high standard playing.
1:17:07 > 1:17:09- Every band Has Been Wonderful.
1:17:12 > 1:17:14- They have all played - Wonderful programmes.
1:17:23 > 1:17:25- Each performer has - something special.
1:17:25 > 1:17:27- Singing and dancing with bells!
1:17:30 > 1:17:33- Everything we wanted to - Convey, They Picked up on it.
1:17:33 > 1:17:35- What they have achieved - Is Fantastic.
1:17:35 > 1:17:36- Good Luck.
1:17:38 > 1:17:40- The bands have done all they can.
1:17:44 > 1:17:46- It is now time for the - judges to leave us.
1:17:48 > 1:17:50- They will take time to deliberate.
1:17:53 > 1:17:55- Will you agree with the results?
1:17:55 > 1:17:56- See you in two minutes.
1:17:58 > 1:17:59- Subtitles
1:18:00 > 1:18:01- Subtitles
1:18:04 > 1:18:10- Welcome back to the - Parc and Dare Theatre in Treorchy.
1:18:16 > 1:18:24- It is a bandtastic weekend on S4C.
1:18:24 > 1:18:26- We have enjoyed the youth - bands Tonight.
1:18:29 > 1:18:30- Tomorrow night...
1:18:33 > 1:18:36- ..the final of Band Cymru 2016 - competition takes place.
1:18:36 > 1:18:40- As former British champions and one - of the world's finest brass bands...
1:18:41 > 1:18:44- ..Tredegar Town Band has - earned its place on the map...
1:18:44 > 1:18:46- ..since its establishment in 1849.
1:18:49 > 1:18:51- We started the year - with becoming Welsh champions.
1:18:52 > 1:18:54- Then a few weeks later, - the next round of Band Cymru...
1:18:55 > 1:18:59- ..we were feeling really confident - but it didn't go as we'd hoped.
1:19:01 > 1:19:04- Melingriffith Brass Band - was the winner of the first round...
1:19:04 > 1:19:08- ..but the top four bands across all - rounds went through to the final.
1:19:08 > 1:19:10- A second chance for Tredegar.
1:19:16 > 1:19:20- We were all a bit disappointed but - when the news came, we were shocked.
1:19:22 > 1:19:23- We weren't expecting it.
1:19:24 > 1:19:27- I could see something - going on outside the doors.
1:19:27 > 1:19:28- Then the cameras burst in!
1:19:28 > 1:19:29- Then the cameras burst in!- - I had a tap on my shoulder.
1:19:30 > 1:19:32- to the final of Band Cymru.
1:19:33 > 1:19:34- Congratulations!
1:19:39 > 1:19:42- I'm not often stuck for words - but I was absolutely gobsmacked!
1:19:42 > 1:19:44- The contest is a little unusual...
1:19:44 > 1:19:48- ..in that we're privileged to get - feedback from the adjudicators...
1:19:48 > 1:19:49- ..before the next round.
1:19:50 > 1:19:52- It was a superb performance...
1:19:53 > 1:19:56- to not let them win.
1:19:58 > 1:20:01- We as judges could hear some - of the nuance and subtlety...
1:20:03 > 1:20:04- ..that we were looking for.
1:20:09 > 1:20:11- This band nailed it.
1:20:16 > 1:20:26- they were very musical. Thank you.
1:20:38 > 1:20:41- We were in the final last time - but sadly we didn't win.
1:20:41 > 1:20:46- I hope we can come out this time - all guns blazing and win!
1:20:46 > 1:20:52- Royal Welsh College of Music and - Drama Brass Band (RWCMD Brass Band)
1:20:52 > 1:20:55- The Royal Welsh College - of Music and Drama...
1:20:55 > 1:20:58- ..attracts some of - the world's finest musicians.
1:20:59 > 1:21:01- It's not surprising - that its brass band...
1:21:05 > 1:21:15- ..made an impression in Aberystwyth - and came away with a win.
1:21:17 > 1:21:18- The winner is...
1:21:21 > 1:21:23- I was very excited - waiting for the result.
1:21:25 > 1:21:27- It was a fantastic experience.
1:21:28 > 1:21:31- The Royal Welsh College - of Music and Drama.
1:21:33 > 1:21:37- We didn't expect to win but when - it was announced, I was very happy!
1:21:39 > 1:21:42- We were rehearsing a piece here - at the College...
1:21:42 > 1:21:45- ..and through the stage door, - two people just walked in.
1:21:47 > 1:21:51- Eventually I recognised her and she - said, "You're through to the final."
1:21:51 > 1:21:52- It was fantastic.
1:21:54 > 1:21:55- Congratulations.
1:22:01 > 1:22:04- The judges were very complimentary - about our quieter lyrical playing...
1:22:14 > 1:22:16- As soon as we heard them, - we were all stunned.
1:22:17 > 1:22:19- It was wonderful playing, - just magic.
1:22:42 > 1:22:43- I say, bring it on!
1:22:45 > 1:22:46- Brass Beaumaris
1:22:50 > 1:22:52- Representing the North West - is Brass Beaumaris.
1:22:54 > 1:22:56- Like Tredegar, - the band didn't win its category...
1:22:57 > 1:23:00- ..but they also impressed - the international judges.
1:23:07 > 1:23:12- We weren't disappointed because - everyone enjoyed the performance.
1:23:13 > 1:23:18- I thought we played very well - but we were a little disappointed.
1:23:23 > 1:23:27- It was completely unexpected on - Monday night when Morgan turned up!
1:23:27 > 1:23:28- You're one of the four!
1:23:31 > 1:23:35- It was a big shock for the children. - They didn't know what was going on!
1:23:36 > 1:23:39- It's nice to see that the judges - have made the right decision.
1:23:43 > 1:23:47- Out comes this great performance - from a wonderful trumpet section...
1:23:48 > 1:23:51- ..and you're on the back - of your seats thinking...
1:23:51 > 1:23:53- .."Wow! What a band this is!"
1:23:59 > 1:24:03- Beaumaris had all the qualities - we were looking for...
1:24:03 > 1:24:05- ..plus it had feeling.
1:24:06 > 1:24:08- That's why they went through.
1:24:41 > 1:24:43- I hope we can get Mr Faddis - to say "Kudos!"
1:24:48 > 1:24:50- City of Cardiff Brass Band - (Melingriffith)
1:24:52 > 1:24:54- With deep roots - as far back as 1798...
1:24:56 > 1:24:58- ..the City of Cardiff - Brass Band Melingriffith...
1:24:59 > 1:25:02- ..is considered Wales' - longest-running brass band.
1:25:02 > 1:25:05- Although they haven't featured - in the highest ranks...
1:25:05 > 1:25:07- ..in the world of brass bands...
1:25:08 > 1:25:11- ..Band Cymru proves that - anything can happen on the night.
1:25:12 > 1:25:13- The winner is...
1:25:15 > 1:25:18- It was a bit of David and Goliath - that we won that round.
1:25:19 > 1:25:20- Melingriffith!
1:25:22 > 1:25:25- I don't know if you saw - how I reacted to the result.
1:25:27 > 1:25:30- It was a surprise but we were - so proud and happy to have won.
1:25:31 > 1:25:32- We hadn't heard anything...
1:25:33 > 1:25:37- ..and then on the Wednesday night - during rehearsal, we had a visitor.
1:25:37 > 1:25:39- That was even more of a surprise!
1:25:40 > 1:25:43- Melingriffith Brass Band, you're - through to the final of Band Cymru.
1:25:50 > 1:25:52- Melingriffith - had a great interpretation...
1:25:52 > 1:25:55- ..great musicianship and it - connected with the audience.
1:25:58 > 1:26:00- They're a must - to go through to the final.
1:26:10 > 1:26:13- Brass bands have really concentrated - in the past ten years or so...
1:26:14 > 1:26:17- ..on playing millions of notes - in the shortest space of time.
1:26:17 > 1:26:20- There's a little bit of grounds - to say let's go back...
1:26:21 > 1:26:24- ..to what we're meant to be doing - which is playing things musically.
1:26:39 > 1:26:42- We, Melingriffith Brass Band, - are ready for the final...
1:26:43 > 1:26:44- ..at the Parc and Dare!
1:26:54 > 1:26:57- The final of Band Cymru 2016 is - on S4C at 6.00pm tomorrow night.
1:27:03 > 1:27:08- Now, it's time to speak again - with our unofficial judges...
1:27:08 > 1:27:11- ..Branwen and Geraint.
1:27:15 > 1:27:19- They have followed every note and - every band during the competition.
1:27:27 > 1:27:29- How do you feel about the - bands tonight?
1:27:30 > 1:27:32- They were all incredibly talented.
1:27:33 > 1:27:34- They all had Good Technique.
1:27:36 > 1:27:37- They have great interpretation.
1:27:44 > 1:27:46- I can't find many negative - comments to say.
1:27:46 > 1:27:48- It Is A Very close competition.
1:27:58 > 1:28:01- What will be the challenge - tomorrow night?
1:28:02 > 1:28:04- They haven't had much time to - prepare for the final.
1:28:07 > 1:28:09- They have to come up with a - brand-new programme.
1:28:13 > 1:28:16- Perhaps Some Band Has a larger - repertoire than others.
1:28:16 > 1:28:17- The prize of 10,000 is massive.
1:28:29 > 1:28:32- I am sure there are many tired lips - and fingers around Wales.
1:28:34 > 1:28:37- I am sure there's been many - discussions between the judges.
1:28:42 > 1:28:44- Their comments have been - on our website.
1:28:54 > 1:28:56- What effect do you think - that has on the bands?
1:28:57 > 1:28:59- They will have to respond - to that feedback.
1:29:11 > 1:29:13- You find out what they don't like.
1:29:23 > 1:29:26- Perhaps something which is the - strength of the band...
1:29:26 > 1:29:28- ..is not what the - judges are looking for.
1:29:28 > 1:29:30- It will be an interesting evening.
1:29:30 > 1:29:32- I Am Feeling Very excited already.
1:29:35 > 1:29:36- It Has been a very tight contest.
1:29:41 > 1:29:43- You will be here tomorrow night.
1:29:44 > 1:29:46- I will also be here on the stage.
1:29:50 > 1:29:51- It kicks off at 6:30pm.
1:29:59 > 1:30:00- Band Ieuenctid Cymru 2016.
1:30:02 > 1:30:03- Subtitles
1:30:03 > 1:30:04- Subtitles
1:30:08 > 1:30:10- Welcome back to the Parc and Dare - Theatre in Treorchy.
1:30:28 > 1:30:30- The bands have enjoyed performing.
1:30:35 > 1:30:38- One of the bands is going to be - very happy in a few minutes.
1:30:39 > 1:30:41- Let's take a look at their - performances.
1:33:45 > 1:33:48- We certainly have a reason to - celebrate this evening.
1:33:55 > 1:33:58- There are dark clouds over the - future of music services.
1:33:58 > 1:34:01- Studying music is one - of the most important things...
1:34:02 > 1:34:04- ..that we adults - can do for our children.
1:34:06 > 1:34:09- I think counties that just see - music as a school subject...
1:34:09 > 1:34:11- ..don't see the whole picture.
1:34:12 > 1:34:14- They are skills - you can use every day...
1:34:15 > 1:34:18- ..if you're in school, a student - or an older person like us.
1:34:19 > 1:34:23- What's frustrating is they don't - take notice of the latest research.
1:34:26 > 1:34:30- Music and the creative arts are - prominent in the Donaldson report.
1:34:31 > 1:34:34- The government is looking at - creating a new Welsh culture.
1:34:36 > 1:34:38- Music is obviously inspiring - and creative.
1:34:40 > 1:34:43- At the same time, we are seeing - huge cuts in music services.
1:34:47 > 1:34:49- Music, when studied - by a young child...
1:34:50 > 1:34:57- ..can improve language scores, - maths scores, even science scores.
1:34:58 > 1:35:03- Everything gets better for children - when they have music in their lives.
1:35:06 > 1:35:09- In England, 75M have been allocated - for music hubs.
1:35:10 > 1:35:13- That means every child has - the chance to experience music.
1:35:16 > 1:35:21- There's no similar provision - for music services in Wales.
1:35:22 > 1:35:24- I don't think people understand...
1:35:25 > 1:35:27- ..that it's not just about - what's happening now...
1:35:29 > 1:35:32- ..but it's the effect it will have - on students further down the line.
1:35:33 > 1:35:35- It gives them a sense - of team spirit.
1:35:36 > 1:35:39- How to work together with others - and grow.
1:35:41 > 1:35:43- Those are life skills - that are so important...
1:35:44 > 1:35:47- ..for when these children - become young men and women.
1:35:49 > 1:35:53- Playing an instrument is very - different from other activities...
1:35:54 > 1:35:57- ..like playing sports or sitting - at home playing with your phone.
1:35:59 > 1:36:02- It allows you to get out, - communicate and gain experiences.
1:36:03 > 1:36:04- It's like another language.
1:36:04 > 1:36:07- You're communicating - with people around you...
1:36:07 > 1:36:09- ..when you play your instrument.
1:36:09 > 1:36:12- It offers so many skills for you - to take into life outside the band.
1:36:13 > 1:36:16- I started to play the trombone - when I was eight...
1:36:16 > 1:36:18- ..through the school's - music service.
1:36:19 > 1:36:22- I have now been offered a place - in the European Brass Band.
1:36:22 > 1:36:25- I'm going to Lille in France - in three weeks time.
1:36:28 > 1:36:31- We have the same issue in the States - with cutbacks.
1:36:32 > 1:36:35- Usually the first thing to go - is the music programme.
1:36:37 > 1:36:38- How do we remedy that?
1:36:40 > 1:36:42- We have to educate - the bean counters.
1:36:43 > 1:36:46- What it means at the end of - the day is that music lessons...
1:36:46 > 1:36:48- ..are only available - to those who can afford them.
1:36:49 > 1:36:50- That isn't fair.
1:36:51 > 1:36:53- Everyone should have - the opportunity...
1:36:54 > 1:36:57- ..to learn an instrument - or just to learn music.
1:36:57 > 1:37:00- I really do hope that - the government can understand it...
1:37:02 > 1:37:04- ..and allow the music projects - which exist...
1:37:05 > 1:37:07- ..both in the schools - and in the community...
1:37:08 > 1:37:09- ..to grow and flourish.
1:37:11 > 1:37:15- There are so many cuts it won't - be long before they disappear.
1:37:16 > 1:37:17- That would be very sad.
1:37:18 > 1:37:20- Once it's gone, it won't come back.
1:37:21 > 1:37:24- It's such a shame - that these cuts are taking place.
1:37:24 > 1:37:26- It's the children who will lose out.
1:37:28 > 1:37:30- Not just the future - of brass bands...
1:37:31 > 1:37:34- ..but the musical future - of our nation, the Land of Song.
1:37:44 > 1:37:49- Very strong feelings there.
1:37:49 > 1:37:56- We asked the Welsh Government - for a response.
1:37:57 > 1:38:07- However, there is a lot of change - happening down in Cardiff Bay.
1:38:07 > 1:38:09- They couldn't give us any comment.
1:38:09 > 1:38:12- Our Judges Have been listening - to all the bands.
1:38:12 > 1:38:14- Colin Sheen has bridged the gap...
1:38:14 > 1:38:17- ..between classical music - and the big bands.
1:38:17 > 1:38:19- He was the main trombonist - with Don Lusher...
1:38:20 > 1:38:22- ..and the English Chamber Orchestra.
1:38:22 > 1:38:24- He's recorded - with Paul McCartney and Pavarotti...
1:38:25 > 1:38:28- ..and played on the Harry Potter, - Batman and James Bond soundtracks.
1:38:29 > 1:38:31- After a career - as a Royal Military band leader...
1:38:33 > 1:38:36- ..Dr Graham Jones retired to focus - on his career as a conductor.
1:38:38 > 1:38:41- He was responsible for the music - at Trooping the Colour...
1:38:42 > 1:38:44- ..and the Remembrance Sunday Tattoo.
1:38:45 > 1:38:48- He's also conducting - the official celebration...
1:38:48 > 1:38:50- ..of the Queen's 90th birthday.
1:38:52 > 1:38:56- American Jon Faddis is regarded as - one of the greats of the jazz world.
1:38:57 > 1:38:59- "He is the best ever, - including me..."
1:39:00 > 1:39:02- ..is what - Dizzy Gillespie said about him.
1:39:03 > 1:39:06- He's performed - with Duke Ellington and Count Basie.
1:39:07 > 1:39:09- He emulates - Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis...
1:39:10 > 1:39:12- ..whilst creating - his own unique sound.
1:39:22 > 1:39:23- For me it's spirit.
1:39:33 > 1:39:36- The ability to make goosebumps - appear on my arm.
1:39:39 > 1:39:40- The time has come.
1:39:44 > 1:39:46- The stage is ready for the - announcement.
1:39:49 > 1:39:51- The band and their - conductors are here.
1:39:56 > 1:39:58- Elin Rees from S4C will - present The trophy.
1:39:58 > 1:40:00- Please welcome our three - esteemed judges.
1:40:07 > 1:40:09- Jon Faddis, Dr Graham Jones - and Colin Sheen.
1:40:22 > 1:40:26- Before we get the results, some - words from our unofficial panel.
1:40:27 > 1:40:28- We are agreed.
1:40:32 > 1:40:34- We can't decide between two of them.
1:40:40 > 1:40:43- Band Jazz Tryfan and the - Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band.
1:40:48 > 1:40:51- I think the Greater Gwent Youth - Brass Band should win.
1:40:52 > 1:40:55- Please would Dr Graham Jones - step up to reveal the result to us.
1:41:09 > 1:41:11- The first thing I'd like to say is..
1:41:12 > 1:41:15- ..what an incredible two hours of - music-making we've had.
1:41:21 > 1:41:25- I hope everybody at home felt the - energy that's been in this room.
1:41:26 > 1:41:29- What a shining example this - programme has been...
1:41:34 > 1:41:37- ..to highlight and showcase the - real quality of youth music...
1:41:37 > 1:41:38- ..within Wales.
1:41:39 > 1:41:40- Congratulations to everybody.
1:41:54 > 1:41:56- Today we have had four - wonderful bands.
1:42:01 > 1:42:03- However, we've had to - select one band.
1:42:06 > 1:42:08- It's been difficult because the - standard is so high.
1:42:12 > 1:42:15- We are looking for a wonderful - performance, erudite playing...
1:42:17 > 1:42:20- ..entertainment and the band - that connects the best.
1:42:21 > 1:42:24- The winner of Band Ieuenctid Cymru - 2016 is...
1:42:46 > 1:42:48- ..Greater Gwent Youth Brass Band.
1:43:11 > 1:43:13- Gareth Ritter is the conductor.
1:43:16 > 1:43:18- Many congratulations.
1:43:21 > 1:43:22- They have worked so hard!
1:43:30 > 1:43:31- Brass is best!
1:43:40 > 1:43:41- Thank you to all the bands.
1:43:42 > 1:43:44- We'll be back for Band Cymru - 2016 tomorrow.
1:43:49 > 1:43:53- We will leave you with the winning - band's performance. Good night.
1:46:17 > 1:46:20- S4C Subtitles by Testun Cyf.