Anthony Smith

Solo Cornet

“Ever since I heard the National Band play at the Christchurch Town Hall in 1995 as an 11 year old, I have wanted to be a part of the band. Since that day, making the band has always driven and motivated me as a player. I am honoured to be part of the band, inspiring the next generation of young brass players in New Zealand.”

Band:
Woolston Brass

City:
Christchurch

Member of National Bands of New Zealand:
2007, 2014, 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023

Occupation:
Accountant

Hobbies:
Band, family (wife & 3 sons), looking after my lawn, BBQing (low & slow)

Brass banding career highlights:
- Every National Band I’ve been selected for (but especially the 2017 band getting 2nd place at the World Champs)
- Being selected for 7 National Youth Bands of NZ
- Sitting Principal Cornet for Woolston Brass (a privilege and honour I don’t take lightly)
- Numerous memorable performances with Woolston Brass
- 2021 & 2022 New Zealand Open Championship Cornet champion
- 2021 New Zealand Open Champion of Champions