*
banner

On yer bike!

Tongwynlais get on their bikes to help the fund raising for Symphony Hall.

Tongwynlais
 

Members of Tongwynlais Temperance Band will heed the advice of Norman Tebbit later this week, by getting on their bikes to cycle 126 miles to Symphony Hall in Birmingham.

Trek

The trek has been organised to raise funds for the band as they get ready to compete at the British Open for the first time in their 123 year history.

This sponsored bike ride will start at St David’s Hall in the centre of Cardiff on 3rd August, and will head for Symphony Hall via the Severn Bridge, Gloucester and Worcester before reaching Birmingham the next day.

Unfortunately the band doesn’t benefit from a main sponsor, so although we are delighted we are playing at the British Open it was imperative that we found ways to raise much needed funds for the eventNick Wils

Raise funds

Band Manager Nick Wills told 4BR: "Unfortunately the band doesn’t benefit from a main sponsor, so although we are delighted we are playing at the British Open it was imperative that we found ways to raise much needed funds for the event."

The intrepid peloton of Alyn James, Jason Bevan, Morgan James, Susanne Jones, Trystan Jones and Dan Neale have also kept their lips in trim recently after performing with the band in a concert in Cornwall, playing at the Hayle festival on the weekend.

The sextet’s progress can also be monitored through the Tongwynlais band website.

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Higgins

Concerto Grosso gains top 10 critical acclaim

December 22 • One of the most respected classical music critics in the UK has nominated the twin National Youth Band and National Youth Orchestra performances of Gavin Higgins' 'Concerto Grosso' in the Top-10 highlights of 2024.


tuba

RNCM gains support for endangered instruments and youth development

December 22 • A major boost of finding will see the RNCM able to continue to offer vital support to current and future students.


the cooperation youth band

Open invitation to enjoy coop youth rehearsal days

December 22 • There will be a warm and inclusive welcome to any youngster wanting to push their playing forward in the New Year with the help of tutors from the cooperation band.


Garry Hallas

Hallas ends Imps partnership

December 22 • The five year musical partnership between Garry Hallas and Yorkshire Imperial Band has come to an end.


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Enderby Band - Broughton Astley Rock Choir

Friday 13 December • Thomas Estley Community College. 2 Station Road. Broughton Astley. Leicestershire LE9 6PT


Bedford Town Band - Bedford Town Band Brass Academy

Saturday 14 December • Putnoe Heights Church MK418EB


Newstead Brass - Christmas Showcase 2024

Saturday 14 December • St Wilfrid's Church, Church Street, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 8LA


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

December 19 • Current joint 1st place in the L&SC 4th section grading tables and 2024 4th section National Finalists. We have recently appointed a new MD and are now looking to fill a few empty seats! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Dobcross Silver Band

December 14 • Looking for a new challenge in the New Year? . Dobcross Silver Band is a progressive and Successful 3rd section band on the lookout for a competent SOLO BARITONE PLAYER. If you are a team player you fit perfectly! Really enjoyable rehearsals here!


Boarshurst Silver Band

December 14 • Boarshurst Silver Band, NW Championship Section, requires a talented BBb Bass Player. Under MD Jamie Prophet, the band have an ambitious and varied calendar for 2025, including NW Area, Spring Festival and Whit Friday


David Frame


Bass/Tenor Trombone Player, Adjudicator (Member of AoBBA) Occasional Conductor


               

 © 2024 4barsrest.com Ltd