*
banner

Another step towards the top for BD1 youngsters

The young players of BD1 Brass in Yorkshire are looking forward to their next Regional Championship challenge under conductor Ryan Watkins.

BD1 BRASS
  The youngsters are all looking forward to making their First Section debuts under MD, Ryan Watkins

The young players of BD1 Brass are already looking forward to making their First Section Area contesting debuts at the Yorkshire Regional Championships in Huddersfield next month.

Success

It will mark what they hope may be the penultimate rung on the ladder of success to meet their ultimate goal of competing against the likes of Black Dyke, Brighouse & Rastrick, Grimethorpe and their own older sibling City of Bradford Band in the Championship Section in the future.

The band has already come such a long way since claiming the Yorkshire Area Fourth Section honours in 2015 under MD Lee Skipsey. In 2017 they claimed the Third Section National Championship of Great Britain title and in 2020 added the Yorkshire Second Section title to their name.

Further successes came at the Wychavon and Bolsover Entertainment Contest, but they are now concentrating on trying to return to Cheltenham under the baton of Ryan Watkins.

Determination

Band spokesperson Jim Taylor told 4BR: "We have undergone some changes in recent times but the commitment and determination of everyone remains the same.

Ryan has come in and done a fantastic job and we are incredibly excited to be performing in Huddersfield alongside many other great Yorkshire bands."

It's fantastic for their individual musical development, great for the band, and wonderful for the future of our movement. It's going to be a brilliant weekend and we can't wait!BD1 Brass

Fantastic

He added: "BD1 Brass is hugely hard working and passionate about investing in young players and giving them memorable experiences on the contest stage and will have ten youngsters playing with us in Huddersfield.

It's fantastic for their individual musical development, great for the band, and wonderful for the future of our movement. It's going to be a brilliant weekend and we can't wait!"

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    


British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


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


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Steve Pritchard-Jones

FTCL LTCL LDBBA DipMusEd GMus QTS NPQH
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd