David Stanley

Dave started the band almost 30 years ago as a Youth Band, which became Arrow Valley Brass in 1990.  He has remained Musical Director for the whole of the band’s life.

He was for 10 years Chairman of the British Federation of Brass Bands and is now its Vice-President. As Chairman, he oversaw the gaining of Arts Council Funding and the establishment of a National Office. In 2003 , he was awarded a Diploma of Honour by the Worshipful Company of Musicians.

He also conducted the Alcester Victoria silver Band for eight years, the Bretforton Silver Band for eighteen and has returned to conduct his first band, Blockley, where he played trombone and euphonium as a boy.

 

  
Andy Culshaw    
The band has a Professional Advisor in Andy Culshaw   Andy and Dave are good friends and Andy’s involvement with the band goes back many years. He brings great experience as a player and conductor at the highest levels and he undertakes much of the major contest work.  
Sarah Freeman    
Sarah, who played in the band before leaving to train to teach, has returned to take the training band where her ability and enthusiasm are already felt.