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Welcome to www.davethornton.co.uk, where you will find a wealth of information about internationally renowned euphonium soloist, David Thornton, as well a library of handy hints and tips, programme notes, and information about the York euphonium range.

David Thornton was appointed as principal euphonium of the Black Dyke Band during July 2000. 4barsrest.com, the Internet magazine commented "...it was the position he was destined for……he has made it his own with a series of concert and contest performances that have been invariably breathtaking." His debut CD, ‘Three Worlds’, was awarded Solo CD of the Year for 2004 by the British Bandsman magazine. In May 2007 David released his second solo album, ‘Devil’s Duel’, to great critical acclaim.

David tutors at the RNCM, the University of Huddersfield and Chetham's School of Music, as well as holding visiting tutor roles at the Birmingham Conservatoire and the RSAMD. He is also a Schrieber-Keilwerth York Consultant and Performing Artist, and plays exclusively on York euphoniums.

David is now regarded as one of the foremost euphonium players and teachers of his generation and is in constant demand as a performer and clinician throughout the world.

Latest news...


Thornton featured in Norwegian History Lesson....and it's on Youtube!!
David Thornton featured in Manger Musikklag's 'The Very Best in History' concert series in early December and it can be seen on youtube!!

Posted on 29 Dec 2009 by davethornton.co.uk
BLACK DYKE WIN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AGAIN
Black Dyke became the most successful brass band in history by retaining the 2009 National Brass Band Championships.

The competition, regarded as the FA Cup for brass bands, started with qualifying rounds at the beginning of the year, culminating with the UK's top 20 Grand Final on Saturday,17th October, at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall.
Posted on 31 Oct 2009 by davethornton.co.uk
Thornton Visiting Family At Third Carrickfergus
Third Carrickfergus Band have invited Black Dyke euphonium soloist, David Thornton to join them for a day of workshops and rehearsals on Saturday 24th October.
Posted on 19 Oct 2009 by davethornton.co.uk

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