Hi, I’m James Upton!

SSB is my first brass band experience. I decided to get back into playing my trumpet, and now cornet when approaching retirement. I have worked in the Dairy, Transport and Civil Construction industries, and our midlife move to Christchurch was for further study, which culminated in a PhD in Transport Metaphysics. Other interests include mid-century modern architecture, gardening, wine and travel. I joined this band because of Victoria's wonderful leadership, and because Thursdays suited for practice!