News / 2005
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Yet more busy times for Abraham Darby
July 26, 2005
You just can't keep them out of the news can you? Abraham Darby this time gain an invitation to the Royal Albert Hall.
Kirky join forces with the RSNO Brass
July 26, 2005
The Kirkintilloch Band has joined forces with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Brass for a nice council concert.
Co-op lose Roberts but gains Wadsworth
July 26, 2005
After 9 years John Roberts and the Yorkshire Co-op Band have parted -leaving the way open for a new Kevin Wadsworth era.
Advert: All Trombones
July 26, 2005
Brett Baker's latest with the Jackfield Band is available — whilst stocks last.
Helston prepare for Covent Garden debut
July 25, 2005
Helston Town Band are in final preperation for their appearance at Covent Garden later this week, as a 'Taste of Cornwall' comes to the posh part of London.
Abraham Darby finish off schedule
July 25, 2005
It has finally come to a end for the Abraham Darby Specialist School after a hectic and punishing July.
Stars out in Swansea
July 25, 2005
Roger Webster and friends will be entertaining free of charge this Friday in Swansea — so get your bums on seats to enjoy the experience!
The Simpson's on Radio 3
July 25, 2005
The influential output of composer Robert Simpson is being featured on Radio 3 this week — including some of his most famous works for brass band.
Seven bands line up for 2005 US Open
July 25, 2005
The third Annual US Open will see seven bands line up in Arlington Heights in November.
Smithills leave for USA
July 25, 2005
Chris Wormald and his Smithills band set off for their second tour of the USA.
New recognition for Small
July 25, 2005
Respected Welsh musician, Tony Small gains further recognition — this time from the Royal Academy of Music.
Further awards for Bolton Youth players
July 25, 2005
Two further players from the Bolton Youth Band have secured bursaries.
Another night — another premiere
July 25, 2005
United Co-op Yorkshire Brass go for a long ride on Phil Lawrence's Static Machine.
Sovereign to go Baroque
July 25, 2005
Sovereign Brass are set to perform at one of the country's finest Baroque churches.
Morgan's Jersey cream
July 25, 2005
Morgan Griffiths is set to undertake a mini tour of Jersey later this year — although he should make sure to take his swimming trunks!
Ed’s off to visit the King
July 25, 2005
Edward Kennedy, MD of South Brisbane Federal, heads to Manchester in September to study at Salford University.
VBL — A Grade?
July 25, 2005
Entries have been finalised for the Victorian State Band Championships but there are no A Grade bands attending this year.
Strathalbyn Band Festival
July 24, 2005
Historic Strathalbyn on the Fleurieu Peninsula (SA) will be alive with music as bands draw crowds to the country town.
Volker’s Blue Band
July 24, 2005
Rod McDonald from The Blue Mountains City RSL Brass Band (NSW) writes about their positive direction under an enthusiastic and forward-thinking new MD, Volker Schoeler.
Tom Paulin in Cornwall
July 23, 2005
The St Keverne Band of Cornwall, England, has appointed Tom Paulin as their new Musical Director.
End of tuba era at ISB
July 22, 2005
The 'Fab Four' are finally split after more than a decade together.
Open test piece ready for all
July 22, 2005
'The Night to Sing' by Bram Tovey is now available to the general public, whilst the study scores on the day will give a donation to the Mortimer Trust. Start studying!
