*
banner

Tewit's floral triumph in France

Flower power helps Tewit Band to a great cross channel success in France.

Tewit
  The band also had a little bit of time to enjoy the fantastic scenery.

Tewit Silver Band's inaugural French tour has been hailed a huge success after 28 players and supporters aged between 9 and 74 travelled to Bagneres-de-Luchon, Midi-Pyrenees to participate in their Fete des Fleurs.

In response to the wonderful hospitality led by the Mayor of Luchon, the band produced outstanding performances.

Free time

Free time was spent discovering the natural beauty of the surrounding area and included a cable car trip, time in the swimming pool and, of course, sampling a few of the local bars.

The events, including the band's participation in their first ever march contest lasted over three days, although the undoubted highlight was their participation in the 'Defile du Corso Fleuri'.

Exhilarating

A band spokesperson told 4BR: "Although at times it felt like a marathon in the 40 degree heat, it was a truly exhilarating experience.

The floats made from flowers were magnificent and the crowds loved our entertainment — often asking us to stop and play mid-march! At one point the people on one lading float jumped off to dance around us.

Although at times it felt like a marathon in the 40 degree heat, it was a truly exhilarating experienceTewit Silver Band.

Thanks

They added: "We would like to take the opportunity to thank all our friends in Luchon who made us feel so welcome and who provided our accommodation and food.

Thanks also go to the Harrogate Town Twinning committee for their support (especially Dennis Richards) that enabled us to represent Harrogate in this way and the Mayor of the Borough for his support of the band and the event."

The band is now looking forward to working towards their appearance at the Fourth Section National Finals at Cheltenham.

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    


Brighouse

Report & Result: 2025 British Open Championship

September 7 • A fait accompli for Brighouse & Rastrick and Prof David King as they are inspired by Shakespeare and Prokofiev to claim the happiest of Symphony Hall endings on 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


Band Supplies

Band Supplies at the British Open

September 6 • Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.


4BR Review

Recap on the 4BR British Open preview

September 6 • If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it again ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.


Mead

Why not be a judge at the Open this year?

September 6 • If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Otley Brass Association

September 7 • Front Row Cornet. -. Otley Brass Band are keen to recruit a 5th member for their front row cornets (position negotiable).. . This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving band of 30+ players under the leadership of our newly appointed MD, Martyn Beecham


wantage silver band

September 6 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) have vacancies for a Bb BASS PLAYER and THIRD CORNET to complete their line up. Plenty of great concerts from now until Christmas with the Welsh Open, L&SC Area, British Open Grand Shield and Whit Friday in 2026.


wantage silver band

September 6 • Positions vacant: wantage silver band: Wantage Community Brass (non-competitive) are looking to recruit a new Musical Director. The group is unique in that the average age is almost certainly around 70! They rehearse on Tue from 4pm and Thu from 7pm.


David Frame


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


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd