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Skelmanthorpe

Principal Payne at Skelmanthorpe

December 17, 2007
The ambitious Skelmanthorpe Band has announced a new principal cornet player in the form of Jo Payne.


Anniversary celebrations for Brunel

December 17, 2007
A new band has been flourishing in 2007 as Brunel Brass celebrate 1 year of existance.


4BR

Christmas Countdown – 9 days to go

December 16, 2007
Ever wondered how much thought goes into choosing the right name for a test piece? Some composers take the easy option...


wAKEFIELD

Wakefield on the WWW

December 16, 2007
The Wakefield Metropolitan Band are now up and running on the t'internet...


tYLORSTOWN

Tylorstown on right track

December 16, 2007
Tylorstown Arriva Trains Band are hoping to be on the right track for 2008.


Wingates

Wingates set for new year

December 16, 2007
Wingates get early boost for 2008 season.


Rushden

Four players, two and a baby!

December 16, 2007
The Rushden Windmill Band have had a busy time of it over the last month or so.


peter roberts

Roberts bids farewell

December 16, 2007
The great Peter Roberts has made his last appearance with Black Dyke, but if you're lucky, you can see him in action just one more time.


4BR

Christmas countdown — 10 days to go

December 15, 2007
Looking for that something special for Christmas? Over the years a few odd classified ads have appeared in the banding press..


Morley

Deano goes Down Under!!!

December 15, 2007
British banding is losing one of its great foundation builders to the Aussies as Dean Morley sets sail for a new life down under.


4BR

Christmas countdown — 11 days to go

December 14, 2007
A little bit of nonsense to keep you entertained with just 11 days to go. Football and brass bands...


EBBA

European Conductors Competition 2008

December 14, 2007
If you fancy your chances of winning 3500 Euro and becoming the next European Conducting Champion, then get your entry form off pronto...


Rothwell

New signings at Rothwell

December 14, 2007
There has been a trio of new signings at Rothwell.


4BR

Christmas Countdown – 12 days to go

December 13, 2007
How things can change for bands in a decade...


Tuba travel troubles for Les

December 13, 2007
Les Neish may have eventually returned home from the USA, but his beloved tuba took a much more interesting route home...


4BR

Christmas Countdown – 13 days to go

December 12, 2007
13 days to go — and a look at some things that people wished for Christmas of Santa but never quite came off.


Porthouse

Pennine and Porthouse part

December 12, 2007
After 8 fantastic years, Pennine Brass and Ian Porthouse have parted company.


Sterling

Advert: Sterling launch new range

December 12, 2007
Sterling Instruments have launched a new range of 'Concerto' instruments.


Berryman

Band stars with orchestras

December 12, 2007
A lot of brass band players are now enjoying themselves in the professional ranks — led by Andrew Berryman.


Results: West Midlands BBA Open Contest

December 12, 2007
The West Midlands BBA Open Contest took place on the 25th November, where there were wins for Bedworth, Egham, Rushden Windmill and Amington.


Cobb

Cobb set for Cornish Xmas

December 12, 2007
The musicians of the Cornish Youth Band will be teaming up with conductor Stephen Cobb to work off their Xmas pudding this year.


Victorian Band League

Need a better Drum Major?

December 11, 2007
The Victorian Band League’s Drill Advisory Board is very pleased to present the inaugural Drum Majors BOOT CAMP…or how to make your Drum Major spiffy!


4BR

Christmas Countdown – 14 days to go

December 11, 2007
How did 4BR get on with our predictions in 2007 — Did we break the brass band bookies or did we end up like Kieron Fallon?


Conductors Convention 2008

December 11, 2007
The National Association of Brass Band Conductors has a full agaenda for their annual convention next month — so get along and find out more!


BNFL 1994

Heyes set for Oz

December 11, 2007
Brian Heyes from the Leyland Band will be making a whirwind round the World trip this week. He departs Manchester on Wednesday 12 Dec arriving in Perth the next evening at 1830hrs.




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


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

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