Russ Marsh

Russ has played for many of the top bands in the UK either as a member or guest. On graduating from the RCM with a degree and A.R.C.M. (hons) he joined the famous CWS Manchester Band. He was solo trombone for the Leyland Band when they were National Champions in 2006. Russ has guested with Fairey's band, Besses Band and many others as well as enjoying stints WITH many North West Big Bands on lead trombone. He was a brass ionstrument teacher for the first 20 years after leaving college and many professional musicians today started their musical educations with him.

Elliott Professional Euphonium: Experience Effortless Projection and Tonal Mastery

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There is a moment every professional musician recognizes: the subtle, frustrating drag in the instrument’s response. It feels like trying to play through wet sand, where every forte requires disproportionate effort. That essential vibrational connection, the sense that the instrument is an extension of your own breath, is lost. For the serious player, this is […]

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Elevating Your Artistry: The Seamless Slide Action of Elliott Professional Trombones

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Every musician understands the pursuit of perfect resonance. Yet, for many brass players, that pursuit is constantly undermined by physical drag. Imagine standing on stage, ready to deliver a soaring solo, only to feel your instrument pulling away, imposing a frustrating resistance that has nothing to do with technique. This subtle, physical struggle is often

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Elevating Your Performance: The Elliott Brass Professional Experience

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Every musician knows the dedication required to chase perfection. Hours spent refining a phrase, ensuring that every note sings with intent. At Elliott Brass, we believe your instrument should be an extension of that musical soul, not a hurdle. We are overwhelmingly grateful for the trust the professional community places in us, recognizing that when

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Elevating Your Tone: The Joy of a Perfectly Aligned Professional Trumpet

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Every musician knows the frustration of playing an instrument that fights back. Instead of feeling the clear path of air, you encounter resistance—a subtle pushback that muffles your articulation, turning a soaring arpeggio into a hesitant climb. While historical anecdotes, like the famously bent bell of Dizzy Gillespie, capture the imagination, for modern players, structural

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Elliott Brass: Elevate Your Sound with a Professional Trombone

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Every musician knows the frustration when an instrument, once a reliable partner, begins to work against them. That subtle resistance, like trying to conduct an orchestra while wading through sand, diminishes projection and purity of tone. When you invest decades into mastering your craft, playing a great professional trombone is non-negotiable. The instrument should be

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Three custom Elliott Cornets with highly polished gold trim resting in plush red velvet cases after annual performance servicing.

Elliott Cornets: Performance and Service Fit for Royalty

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Stepping into our workshop recently was a breathtaking trio that truly redefined elegance in brass: three spectacular Elliott Cornets belonging to our esteemed partners, Cadishead Band. Resting momentarily in their plush, custom-lined red cases, the instruments’ rich, deep lacquers shimmered under the light. With the precision-machined valves and custom engraving highlighted by exquisite gold trim,

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Elite Baritone Sound: The Smart Money Brass Choice

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The pursuit of the perfect tone often leads musicians down a prohibitively costly path. However, a quiet revolution is underway in the UK brass scene, spearheaded by exceptional instruments like the Elliott Professional Baritone. When professional players upgrade their gear, the aesthetic and acoustic results must be instant. Musicians, like our featured player John, who

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The 'Heavy Metal' transformation of a Besson Sovereign EEb Tuba after extreme restoration and cleaning by Elliott Brass.

Sovereign EEb Tuba Rescue: Extreme Restoration Masterclass

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At Elliott Brass, we routinely handle instruments requiring care, but occasionally, a true heavyweight challenge rolls into the workshop. This Besson Sovereign EEb Bass arrived in a state suggesting it had endured years of severe neglect, perhaps even residing at the bottom of a harbor. The instrument presented a daunting profile: the brass was severely

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We needed to reinforce the workbench for this one! 😅🏗️ This…

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We needed to reinforce the workbench for this one! 😅🏗️ This poor Sovereign EEb Bass dragged itself into the workshop looking like it had been at the bottom of the ocean. The brass was pitted, it was covered in dents, and the tuning slides were stuck fast (we’re talking “welded by time” stuck). It was

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Before and after restoration of a severely dented Boosey & Hawkes Imperial Baritone Horn

Imperial Baritone Horn Dent Removal Mastery

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The journey of a vintage brass instrument often leaves physical scars. While many instruments age gracefully, others arrive needing serious intervention. We recently welcomed a magnificent Boosey & Hawkes Imperial Baritone horn that looked far past its prime. Its casing told a dramatic story, bearing the marks of decades of use—dents, creases, and severe warping

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