Alex, our bandleader, composer, and drummer, is from Cambridge. A skilled musician with vast experience in various musical genres, his musical journey has taken him through traditional brass bands, jazz bands, orchestras, and diverse musical groups. He has played across Europe, including performances in Lithuania, Austria, and Italy.
The concept behind Point Blanc Brass was sparked by a simple request for Alex to put together a band for a parent of one of his drum students’ 40th birthday party. This humble beginning paved the way for the band’s formation, and kickstarted an exciting musical journey.
When he isn’t playing, composing or arranging, Alex teaches surfing and is a qualified RLSS Beach Lifeguard and Level 1 Surfing England Surf Instructor.
2025 Line-up
Ved, our sax player comes from Exeter, where he is a regular participant in the local live music scene and a prominent big band player, touring with the Dave Hankin big band and AJ’s big band.
He has also played with the 2023 National Youth Jazz Collective and in the 2024 Jazz a Vienne festival in France.
Although classically trained, Ved has wide musical inspiration ranging from Johnny Hodges to Chris Potter and today enjoys playing traditional and modern Jazz and big band music.
Tom, our talented trumpet player, boasts a remarkable musical journey, lending his expertise to renowned bands in his area. Some of his accolades include multiple 1st places in the European Youth Brass Band Championships and the National Youth Brass Band Championships (which he has never not won), and Youth Brass in Concert.
Although he has primarily played soprano cornet in traditional brass bands, Tom is now fulfilling his passion for jazz trumpet. His performances show unparalleled skill and unwavering ambition, as evidenced by his flawless high notes and emotive melodies. Tom said himself that during the Point Blanc Brass tour to Cornwall, he re-discovered his love for music and particularly jazz.
Milo, our talented trumpet player is based in Somerset, where he is a music specialist at Wells Cathedral School. He is currently playing with the National Youth Jazz Collective and also played with the National School Symphony Orchestra during 2024.
He previously achieved 3rd place in the East Africa Young Musician of The Year competition and has also played in the Nairobi Orchestra.
Milo was classically trained and continues that practice today, but Jazz has now become a keen part of his repertoire.
Rory, our Tuba/Sousaphone player, from London boasts a vast wealth of experience in a wide range of styles, from playing at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club to the top section regional brass band championships, he has played under great leaders such as Pete Long, Philip Harper and Pete Harrison.
When he’s not playing, Rory studies computer science at Royal Holloway University of London, where he was graded at first-class honours level for his first year. He also takes part in multiple ensembles including being assistant conductor of the wind orchestra, and is a volunteer brass teacher at the local primary school.
Our trombonist, Fergal hails from Cornwall and is a regular participant in the Cornish live music scene.
A multi-instrumentalist, he studied music at Manchester University and now teaches violin and conducts several bands and orchestras.
Fergal has performed at the 2023 European capital of culture festival in Romania and at the Royal Albert Hall on several occasaions and at the first night of the proms.
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