"Duncan Stubbs has established world class standards of performance with the RAF Central Band and has consistently maintained a dedication to share his knowledge and leadership with aspiring young musicians. Duncan’s enviable reputation as a director, composer and educator place him amongst the world’s finest exponents of Concert Band Music, with his charismatic mentorship and skillful presentation always producing remarkable results."  Kevin Price. Interim Director of Music (2018) and Head of Brass and Percussion - Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama.

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After graduating from the University of York Duncan joined the RAF in 1983, was commissioned as a Director of Music in 1990 and appointed Principal Director of Music for the Royal Air Force 2009. While in the RAF he undertook many leading roles in major ceremonial events with the RAF, a highlight being writing and conducting the wedding fanfare for the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton. He has conducted on theatre and televised performances, produced and recorded several commercial CDs and has arranged scores for film and composed for Wind Band and smaller ensembles. Duncan has worked extensively with musicians in school, University, Conservatoire, and Community Bands.  Winner of both the Albert Thomas Composition prize and the Primrose Ensemble Composition prize. In 2017 he was awarded the OBE for services to Military Music. He is currently resident conductor with 2 wind bands and conducts wind band workshops and summer courses throughout the UK. He also teaches conducting for the RAF and the University of West London, adjudicates brass and wind band Festivals and continues to write and arrange music.

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"Duncan brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to every rehearsal and continually motivates students of all ages to work to their full potential. An engaging technique allows for any group under his direction to flourish and develop in a very enjoyable atmosphere. A consummate professional."  Phill Hyde - Manager: Kent Music Summer School.

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