Euphonium Star Joins Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band for Grand Shield Challenge

Louis Leung takes solo euphonium role as band prepares for prestigious brass competition.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:00pm

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Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band has announced the signing of acclaimed euphonium soloist Louis Leung as they gear up for the upcoming British Open Grand Shield contest in Birmingham. Leung, an award-winning musician originally from Hong Kong, joins the band from Rainford Band and will play the solo euphonium part.

Why it matters

The Grand Shield is one of the most prestigious brass band competitions in the UK, and Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band's signing of Leung signals their intent to deliver a standout performance and potentially qualify for the even more elite British Open Championship.

The details

Leung holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and a Master's degree (with distinction) from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, where he studied under renowned euphonium players Steven Mead and David Thornton. He has won numerous solo awards and accolades, including being a semi-finalist at the prestigious Jeju International Brass Competition.

  • Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band will compete at the British Open Grand Shield contest in Birmingham in April 2026.

The players

Louis Leung

An award-winning euphonium soloist originally from Hong Kong, Leung holds degrees from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Royal Northern College of Music and has joined Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band as their new solo euphonium player.

Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band

A brass band based in Wigan, England that is preparing to compete in the prestigious British Open Grand Shield contest in Birmingham.

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What’s next

Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band will compete at the British Open Grand Shield contest in Birmingham in April 2026, where they will showcase their new solo euphonium player Louis Leung.

The takeaway

The signing of acclaimed euphonium soloist Louis Leung demonstrates Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band's commitment to fielding a top-tier ensemble for the prestigious Grand Shield competition, as they seek to qualify for the even more elite British Open Championship.