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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Great weekend playing at Nestival in Chorley. Brindle Distillery is such a fabulous venue and the crowd was amazing. #livemusic #brassband #sousaphone

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 06/07/2025

Played at a wedding on a farm yesterday. Made a new friend.

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 29/06/2025

Great crowd at the wedding gig last night in North Yorkshire! 😂

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Enjoying some trad jazz at Nottingham Rhythm Club. A great mix…and there’s a tuba!!!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Great to see the investment happening in Bradford. An interesting mix of old and new.

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Travelling to Bradford today. Grew up there but it’s been years since I visited the city centre. Looking forward to seeing the changes!

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Josh the Ar-TEEST @heroesofcrash.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

I just discovered this meme and I love it. Happy #PrideMonth to all my #LGBTQIA + friends!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Hot day today causing some valve issues…maybe you can see the frustration in the first picture!!!! Apart from that, fab wedding gig in Lincolnshire! #tuba #sousaphone #music

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Two days of successfully running on the road and not the treadmill. Legs might slowly be getting back to normal! #annoyinginjury

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Fun day in Belper. Only got soaked twice! 😬

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

Didn’t get any photos of us playing yesterday as we dodged the showers…but here’s the sousaphone in nature! #sousaphone #tuba #music

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

Bit damp for this afternoon’s wedding gig near Cheltenham! It was fine playing in the tipi!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

There are some great perks to playing at weddings… #livemusic #musician #tuba #sousaphone

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Enjoyable evening on Friday for the new season launch at New Art Exchange Nottingham. Some stunning work!

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Support Community Music-Making! We are raising funds to expand our inclusive music workshops for people of all ages and abilities. Every donation helps us grow our instrument bank and deliver more hands-on music experiences. 🎶 Find out more and support us here: buzzmusic.co.uk/support-us

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Busy day today. Treadmill completed (trying to get fit!) then admin this morning before heading to Staffordshire to play for the drinks reception and evening party for a lovely wedding. #music #livemusic #brass #tuba #sousaphone #brassband #thebrassfactoryltd

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Busy weekend playing. Yesterday in Derby and today in Harrogate followed by Sandiacre. #tuba #sousaphone #brass #livemusic #musician

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Last night’s gig in Warwick Castle was eventful! Great night!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Lovely walk in the sunshine last night. There’s always plenty wildlife to admire!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Enjoyable evening last night representing Deep Down Brass as finalists in the singers and instrumentalists category at the I Do Weddings Awards in Sheffield City Hall. Great meet lots of wonderful wedding professionals.

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Another lovely event last night playing for the VE Day event and beacon lighting in Kimberley. Great to see so many people in attendance. #brass #jazz #sousaphone

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Enjoyable brass quintet performance this afternoon in Heanor supporting VE Day commemorations. Looking forward to some sousaphone action later with a performance in Kimberley to mark the beacon lighting. #veday #brassquintet #tuba

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workculture @workculture.uk · 29/04/2025

Deadline 6 May The Royal College of Music is seeking to appoint an experienced and driven Philanthropy Manager (Trusts & Foundations) to join the dynamic Development & Alumni Engagement team #musicjobs #artsjobs

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Philanthropy Manager (Trusts & Foundations) | Royal College of Music

Application deadline: 9am Tuesday 6 May 2025

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workculture @workculture.uk · 02/05/2025

Deadline 9 May The National Gallery has an opportunity for a Building Manager to join the Building and Facilities Department.

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Building Manager | The National Gallery

Application deadline: 9 May 2025

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workculture @workculture.uk · 02/05/2025

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music is looking for a Technician to operate technical equipment to a high standard and be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient technical presentation of all concerts, events, productions, hires and projects #musicjobs #gateshead

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Technician | The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Application deadline: 9am, Tuesday 27 May 2025

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workculture @workculture.uk · 05/05/2025

Deadline 11 May The RSC is looking for a Property Services Manager (Maternity Cover) to be responsible for overseeing the management of the RSC residential properties, providing accommodation services to actors and creatives #theatrejobs #artsjobs #stratforduponavon

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Property Services Manager (Maternity Cover) | Royal Shakespeare Company

Application deadline: 11 May 2025

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workculture @workculture.uk · 05/05/2025

Deadline 12 May Royal Ballet and Opera are offering a new Apprenticeship in Scenic Construction (Draughting) #theatrejobs #artsjobs

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Scenic Construction (Draughting) Apprentice | Royal Ballet and Opera

Application deadline: 9am, Monday 12th May 2025

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Lovely walk around Wollaton Park this afternoon. Nice to see a bit of nature!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Fun in Woolsthorpe by Belvoir yesterday supporting their VE Day celebrations. Such a great community spirit! #Tuba #Sousaphone #Music

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Enjoying listening to Ray Brown’s fabulous bass lines this morning. Stunning playing from everyone on this album. open.spotify.com/album/7DOxP9... #Jazz #DYCP #Music #Bass

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Oscar Peterson Trio · Album · 1964 · 10 songs

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Great day in Newark with the musicians and educators involved in the MishMash Productions Musician in Residence programme. This morning’s session with Bekah Gear from NTU was especially inspiring — exploring how approaches from maths pedagogy can be applied to musical activities. #MusicEducation

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Great (but tiring!) day going up to Newcastle and back working with John Pope as part of my ACE DYCP project. Plenty to think about but great to have the time to do so. #tuba #sousaphone #jazz #jazzbass #jazztuba

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Fabulous evening at Peggy’s Skylight in Nottingham for some incredible jazz. Excellent playing all round!

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

A busy, rewarding week of music! Mon: Client meetings & tuba teaching Tues: Workshops in Shuttleworth & Pinxton Wed: Long Eaton Thurs: Barlborough & Bolsover Sat: Incredible wedding performance with Deep Down Brass in Staffordshire. #MusicEducation #Musician #Music

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Want to know a bit more about what we've been up to over the last 2 weeks as we've made music across Derbyshire? Check out our blog "Musical Travels Around Derbyshire" here: buff.ly/c9tNYf2 #HAF #Music #Education #Community #BuzzingBlog #Derbyshire

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Huge thanks to our brilliant musicians for facilitating 36 workshops in 21 locations over the past 8 days! 🎶 Shoutout to Ben A, Adam R, Ben H, Becky H, Helen S, Jay R, Charlotte B, Phil R, Amy H, Rosie B, Hannah S, Steve B, Natalie R and Harry R. Your dedication is amazing! #HAF #Music #Derbys

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Loving our musical journey across Derbyshire where we've been enjoying all kinds of music making with young people attending Holiday activity clubs. #HAF #Derbyshire #Music #Community #Education

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

A week full of music, creativity & connection! Holiday workshops in Derby, Spondon & Stonebroom Music sessions at Level Centre open day Coaching 3 talented tuba students Planning weddings & events for Deep Down Brass London visit while my daughter attends acting workshops at GSMD #Music

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Another great day of music making with Phil R and Harry R in Long Eaton with Boomwackers, Ben A and Ben H drumming and making instruments in Spondon and Stonebroom, and Helen S and Hannah S drumming in Heanor. #music #community #HAF

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

A great week of variety & creativity! Performed at Bawtry Hall (wedding today) & Nottingham Castle last night—two stunning venues. Also deep in planning for our Buzz Music holiday workshops + a great meeting with a music hub about youth engagement. #MusicEducation #LiveMusic #CreativeCollaboration

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

What a week! Project evaluation for Orchestras Live on Monday, tuba teaching, client meetings, and brass teaching Tuesday. Midweek visits to schools in Washington & Sunderland for the MishMash Programme. Friday’s Buzz Music ensemble & Saturday’s Deep Down Brass gigs—incl. a proposal! #Music

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Ben Armstrong @benarmstrong223.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Finally been able to get back running after back and leg issues. Makes such a difference to energy levels and mood!

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buzzmusic.bsky.social @buzzmusic.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

The benefits of music education extend far beyond school. From boosting confidence to reducing stress, learning an instrument is a lifelong gift. Let’s support music programs and give every student the chance to experience the joy of music! #SupportMusicEducation

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