The 2009 Newark Brass Festival was held over the weekend of 24-25 January 2009 and comprised a brass competition for young musicians and a concert at a venue in Newark, Notts.

Prizes were awarded as follows:

Grade 5-6: Charles Standen (trumpet) of Lincolnshire won 250 pounds, sponsored by Newark Town Band

Grade 7-8: Michael Buchanan (trombone) of Berkshire won 250 pounds, sponsored by Newark Music Club

Conservatoire: Edd Leech (tuba) of Manchester won 250 pounds, sponsored by Notts Carpet Company

The overall festival champion was Michael Buchanan, who in addition to his prize money won a set of mutes donated by festival patron, Denis Wick, the festival trophy and the concerto date with The Lincoln Symphony Orchestra, which will take place at Lincoln's Drill Hall on 14 November 2009.

"I feel so proud that you did me the honour of having me as patron"- Denis Wick

"Congratulations on the Brass Festival. It had great atmosphere and a very high standard. It was a priviledge to be involved and as a horn player it has given me teaching inspiration " - Stuart Bower (accompanist)

"The venue was perfect. Well done to you for organising such a great event" - Melvyn Prior, BBC Radio (concert compere)

"Well done for a wonderful weekend. When do we start for the next one?" - Paul Archibald, Head of Brass, Guildhall School of Music and Drama (competition judge)

Click here to view a video interview with festival organiser Angela Smith