Rhys McDonnell

Solo Cornet

“It is a massive honour to be selected for the National Band. Being able to get together with fellow musicians from across the country to perform and compete at such a high level is very special and something I hope to be part of for many years to come.”

Band:
North Shore Brass

City:
Auckland

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

Occupation:
Managing Director - Music Ways Ltd.

Hobbies:
Fishing & golf

Brass banding career highlights:
- Competing at the British Open in 2004 with Dalewool Auckland Brass
- 2009 National Youth Band of NZ tour of Japan
- 2017 World Champs in Kerkrade with the National Band of NZ