Somewhere Over the Rainbow

With a national lockdown and no sign of concerts, 14 year old musician Aaron J knew that the 3 year anniversary since the tragic terror attack in Manchester would be all but forgotten in 2020. Instead of allowing this to happen, he got together a large group of musicians from across Greater Manchester to record a brand new arrangement of 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'.

The project even included the famous Manchester musician Andy Diagram, known for his work in the band James. Also included, was the piano player and musician Prof. Robin Dewhurst. The song was even shared by Mayor Andy Burnham of Greater Manchester...

Read more on Aaron's website.

Trumpets

Andy Diagram

Nick Bramald ( + Cornet)

Aaron Jones

George Mathieson

Spencer Wells

Jake Mulholland (Flugelhorn)

Saxophones

Bradley Gore - Alto

Finley Rea - Alto

Vivek Mistry - Alto

Chris Jolly - Tenor/Baritone

Rhythm Section

Robin Dewhurst - Piano

Rishit Dhoot - Piano/Rhodes

Owen Thomas - Acoustic Guitar

Jack Healy - Acoustic Guitar

Robert Jepsen - Drums

Soloists

Bradley Gore - Alto Sax

Nick Bramald - Trumpet

George Mathieson - Trumpet

Robin Dewhurst - Piano

Chris Jolly - Tenor Sax

Aaron Jones - Synth

Andy Diagram - Trumpet