The 2023 CASSGB Single Reed Day was held at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire on 1st October.
Over 100 clarinet and saxophone players from all over the UK gathered for a day of performances, masterclasses and play sessions. An array of trade stands were on site to keep people entertained throughout the day offering a unique opportunity to try out the latest models of clarinets and saxophones.
Keep an eye on our website for future CASSGB events.
MIXED ENSEMBLE
Led by James Rae, a massed ensemble of single reed players.
KLEZMER ORCHESTRA
An exploration of the wonderful world of Klezmer with experts Susi Evans & Szilvia Csaranko
SAX AND CLARINET CHOIRS
Anna Hashimoto directed the clarinet choir whilst Richard Ingham ran a saxophone choir
IMPROV CLASS
Trish Clowes brought jazz to the proceedings with improvisation classes aimed at both beginners and more accomplished jazz musicians.
PERFORMERS
- Susi Evans (clarinet) & Szilvia Csaranko (accordion)
- Laefer Quartet (sax quartet) with Naomi Sullivan (saxophone)
- Peter Cigleris – (clarinet)
- British Clarinet Ensemble
Peter Cigleris |
Susi Evans & Szilvia Csaranko |
Anna Hashimoto |
Richard Ingham |
Trish Clowes |
Naomi Sullivan |
British Clarinet Ensemble |
Laefer Quartet |
James Rae |
We are grateful to our sponsors for the 2023 CASSGB Single Reed Day.