*
banner

Death of former Rothwell player

The death has been announced of the respected tenor horn player Mark Lowe.

Cross
  The death has been announced of Mark Lowe

The Rothwell Temperance Band has announced the death of former tenor horn player, Mark Lowe.
Mark enjoyed a fine banding career — one that saw him progress through the ranks of the Kippax and Wallace Arnold Rothwell Bands before joining Rothwell Temperance in 2005 following a successful spell with Black Dyke.

Immaculate

A band spokesperson told 4BR: "Known for his reliability on stage and immaculate technique, Mark was instrumental in the most successful period in the band's history, helping to gain victories at the All England Masters in 2006 and Yorkshire Regional Championship in 2009.

He also played a major role in helping achieve five consecutive appearances at the National Championships of Great Britain between 2008 and 2012."

Huge support

They added: "As well as his contribution as a player Mark was an enormously generous supporter of the band via his company Aqua Enviro. He sponsored the CD release 'Christmas Collection', as well as purchasing weatherproof jackets for use at the Whit Friday march contests.

Mark will be greatly missed but also warmly remembered by all who had the pleasure of sharing a stage with him. The bands sends it heartfelt wishes, love and support to his family at this difficult time."

Mark will be greatly missed but also warmly remembered by all who had the pleasure of sharing a stage with himRothwell Temperance Band

Funeral

A funeral service will be held at Pontefract Crematorium on Monday August 6th commencing at 12.20.

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    


Whit Friday

2025 Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed

June 4 • From start times to prize money, contact details and essential information — the details of the Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.


EverReady

Enjoy Spring Festival highlights

June 4 • The British Open has produced a special YouTube feature capturing the highlights of the 2025 Spring Festival in Blackpool.


NZ Championships

Exciting Antipodean challenges for NZ Nationals

June 4 • There is an encouraging outlook for the New Zealand Championships in Christchurch next month.


nybbgb

Thornton and Barton set to inspire Childrens Band

June 4 • Dr David Thornton and guest soloist Lewis Barton will lead the musical attractions at the NYBBGB Childrens' Band Summer Concert in August.


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


Croy Silver Band - Summer Concert

Thursday 26 June • Holy Cross Parochial Hall, Constarry Rd, Croy, Glasgow G65 9JG


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Besses Boys' Band

June 4 • Besses Boys' Band (1st Section 2026) are looking for SOLO TROMBONE. Rehearsals Monday & Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Lady Wilton Hall, Manchester - Good links to M60 ring road and city centre. Fun band with good concert and social balance


Besses Boys' Band

June 4 • Besses Boys' Band (1st Section 2026) are looking for CORNET players (position negotiable). Rehearse Monday & Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Lady Wilton Hall, Manchester - Good links to M60 ring road and city centre. Fun band with good concert and social balance


Welwyn Garden City Band

June 3 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied summer season of concerts. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Sam Fisher

BA (Hons), PGCE, Dip.ABRSM
Conductor, Adjudicator (AoBBA), Composer/Arranger, Cornet & Flugelhorn Soloist


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd