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SUMMER BRASS 2026

Voss · 6–9 August 2026

Voss · 6–9 August 2026

Sommerbrass is a summer course for adult brass band musicians who want a solid and inspiring start to the band year. The main focus is on musical development, with plenty of playing and a varied repertoire drawn from the brass band tradition, led by skilled and experienced instructors.

During the course, participants work both in full ensemble and in smaller chamber groups. The course also provides a strong framework for professional exchange and social interaction with brass band colleagues from different parts of the country.

Sommerbrass is held at Voss Folk High School, located in western Norway, about 100 km east of Bergen.

Prices

Course only (no accommodation): €315

The course fee includes tuition, sheet music, use of rehearsal facilities, and percussion equipment..


Prices with accommodation

Included: Breakfast every day. Dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Lunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Option 1

Course fee, accommodation in a twin room, private bathroom.

€675

Option 2

Course fee, accommodation in a twin room, shared bathroom.

€630

Option 3

Course fee, accommodation in a single room, shared bathroom with the neighbouring room

€715

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Instructors

Torstein
Aagaard-Nilsen

Conductor/Cornet

Oddvar
Nøstdal

Conductor/Trb/Camp leader

Eirik
Gjerdevik

Conductor/Tuba

Nick
Hughes

Instructor/Cornet

Arfon
Owen

Instructor/Eb-horn

Hans-K.
Wergeland

Instructor/Perc

Registration

Registration is binding after 1 May 2026. You will receive a Vipps request for a deposit of €35. The remaining balance is payable at the start of the course.


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Tlf: 40 41 62 04
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