Robert and Kevin were raised in the British Brass Band Tradition, playing with Salvation Army Junior Bands In their late teens they both joined well known Salvation Army Bands in London. Robert playing with Chalk Farm and Kevin with Tottenham Citadel later to be known as the Enfield Citadel Band, remaining for an extended period until both migrated to Australia in the early 1980's, continuing their playing with The Sydney Congress Hall Band.

Their lifetime involvement and enthusiasm for Brass Band Performance has seen both of them regularly return to the UK to enjoy the Major contest Calendar as well as continue their involvement as players,Robert at Congress Hall and Kevin after a lengthy break is thrilled to be playing again this time with Warringah Concert Brass in Sydney.

Having had successful careers in Banking and Financial Services, they wish to channel this business experience into the Brass down Under initiative which is aimed at encouraging and promoting excellence in Brass Performance.

Recognising the important role played by community activities which give expression to music making they are both committed to developing a broader audience for the Brass Band movement, this significant challenge is common throughout the World of Brass Banding, to secure a wider audience in order to sustain the movement towards a bright future.

At a time when the very best Bands have reached outstanding performance levels the movement needs a range of initiatives to take it forward, the opportunity to see and hear the finest players and Bands from around the world will stimulate the local banding community and give a great opportunity to widen the appeal to audiences young and old.