*
banner

Smith & Smith take lead at Hade Edge

David Smith will join Jamie Smith in leading Hade Edge Band from the rostrum.

Hade Edge
  David Smith will join his namesake Jamie to lead the band

The Hade Edge Band has announced a new addition to their conducting team.

David Smith will work alongside namesake and Musical Director Jamie in leading the band from the rostrum.

He is no stranger to the band having played euphonium and tuba for a number of years before joining Hammonds on solo Eb tuba.

Opportunity

Speaking about his new role he told 4BR: "When I was asked to conduct in partnership with Jamie, I knew it was opportunity I couldn't turn down. He has built a strong band over the last three years, and although we are very proud of his appointment as principal cornet at Grimethorpe it is only natural the committee would be keen to retain his services."

He added: "This means it can be done and I'm thrilled as this is a very special band to me ever since I first entered the bandroom as a student in 2004.

To be returning now with a remit to support Jamie in continuing to build on such solid foundations is hugely exciting. I look forward to a long association of wonderful community and outstanding music making."

To be returning now with a remit to support Jamie in continuing to build on such solid foundations is hugely exciting. I look forward to a long association of wonderful community and outstanding music makingDavid Smith

Great musician

In response Jamie Smith added: "I'm excited to be working with David. Not only is he a great musician, but since our initial chat it was abundantly clear how much the Hade Edge organisation means to him.

I know he will do everything in his power to make sure the band continues to go from strength to strength."

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    


BBE Conference

BBE delegates head to Durham

September 26 • There will be accent on youth at the Brass Bands England Conference in Durham this weekend.


Gavin Higgins

Critics Award for Higgins

September 26 • The latest major accolade for composer Gavin Higgins comes from the critics themselves.


Lewis Barton

Barton broadcast launches NXTOD series

September 26 • A new series rom NXTOD films will start with a showcase of the recital talents of rising star Lewis Barton.


Oldroyd

Oldroyd EVO continues to make its mark on performers

September 26 • The maker says it is attracting interest and customers for instruments with incredible potential.


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Cheltenham Silver Band - Music from the Bandstand, Montpellier Gardens

Sunday 28 September • Montpellier Gardens, Cheltenham GL50 1UW


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Funny Bones Trombone Quartet

Friday 3 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Fulham Brass Band

Friday 3 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ


Olney Brass

September 26 • Currently seeking the following players to complete our line up:. Solo Cornet, Soprano Cornet, Flugel Horn & Eb Bass.. We are a friendly and ambitious, 2nd section L&SC area brass band, with a good mixture of concerts, fetes and contests throughout the year


Milton Keynes Brass

September 26 • Required: Solo Euphonium and Solo Horn. We are a championship section band, newly promoted in 2025. We rehearse in Loughton Milton Keynes on a Tuesday night at 7.45pm until 10pm, with extra rehearsals prior to contests or formal concerts.


Hathersage Band

September 24 • BASS TROMBONE. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making, play a wide variety of music and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


Andrew White

MA(Ed Man), B Ed (Hons), BBCM, ADNCB, PGCE, Cert Ed
Conductor, Arranger, Adjudicator & Educationist


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd