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Derwent Brass

Wilshaw Blackpool boost for Derwent

March 15, 2025
Derwent Brass will look to take a step closer to the British Open in Blackpool in May boosted by a new trombone signing.


Derwent Brass

BBCA Conducting Workshop to be led by Capstaff

March 13, 2025
A new partnership initiative between Derwent Brass, Jack Capstaff and the Brass Band Conductors Association has been launched.


Derwent Brass

Nightclub vibes claims Derwent Composition Prize

October 12, 2024
A new work by Aaron Breeze inspired by the music heard at the iconic Hacienda nightclub in Manchester wins the Derwent Brass Composition Competition.


Derby

Derwent looks to increase Welfare profile

September 10, 2024
A 10 piece ensemble from Derwent Brass will add to their stage experience as part of a new production at Derby Theatre later this month.


Derwent

Derwent to showcase composer trio in search of award

June 27, 2024
Three talented composers will have their works put under the performance microscope to claim the inaugural Derwent Brass International Composition Award.


Derwent Brass

Derwent celebrate historic Royal Philharmonic Society Award

March 08, 2024
One the the UKs leading brass band innovators has made history by being presented with the 2024 Royal Philharmonic Society Inspiration Award.


Derwent Brass

Derwent Brass launches inaugural Composition Award

February 06, 2024
One of the most inventive bands in the UK has launched its first composition competition — and still with that innovative ethos.


Derwent Brass

Last minute votes will count to inspire Derwent

January 29, 2024
The innovative Derwent Brass needs a last minute surge of support to boost its chances to claim a prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Inspiration Award.


RPS aWARDS

Derwent shortlisted for Royal Philharmonic Society Inspiration Award

December 12, 2023
Derwent Brass will be looking for the votes to support their nomination for a prestigious RPS Award.


Songs of the Angels

Derwent spread their musical wings for Christmas

December 07, 2023
A new work from composer Matthew Eden will form part of the Christmas programmes of Derwent Brass.


Derwent Brass

Derwent Brass to link with Russell Watson

December 01, 2023
Midlanders make another inventive artistic link — this time to award winning classical music singer Russell Watson.


Derwent Brass

Green credentials see Derwent claim Making Music Award

October 18, 2023
The meaningful commitment made by Derwent Brass to improving their environmental sustainability has seen them presented with a Making Music Award.


Richard Adams

Adams joins musical leadership team at Derwent Brass

January 20, 2023
The experienced Richard Adams is the latest appointment to the musical team at Derwent Brass.


Derwetn Brass

Quintet boost for Derwent ahead of Corby challenge

January 15, 2023
New players join the ranks at an exciting time for Derwent Brass.


pLANETS

Derwent set for birthday planetary exploration

September 08, 2022
Derwent Brass will perform Holst's 'Planets' to help celebrate their 30th anniversary boosted by a few extra crew members.


Derwent Brass

30th anniversary trilogy for Derwent Brass

April 27, 2022
Derwent Brass will celebrate its 30th anniversary with an innovative trilogy of concert performances and new works.


Derwent Brass

New additions bring life to Derwent resurgence

December 04, 2021
Five new recruits have brought an injection of musical life into the band that has made a stir with its deathly entertainment.


Capstaff

Get your Musica De Los Muertos for free...

November 25, 2021
If you are looking to entertain your concert audiences with something a bit different and free then Jack Capstaff's award winning entertainment set is just the ticket...


Advent

Bolsover advent entertainment: No.3 Derwent Brass

December 03, 2020
There plenty to enjoy with Championship Section runner-up Derwent Brass under MD Jack Capstaff — with a touch of Latin brass...and not of the Amo Amas Amat variety either.


Joel Moore

Moore the merrier at Derwent

July 17, 2019
Joel Moore has become the new solo baritone player at Derwent Brass.


dEEP DOWN

Derwent aims low with latest initiative

July 09, 2019
Derwent Brass has come up with a new way to give low brass players performance opportunities.


Africa

Derwent continues support for high profile Brass for Africa appearances

July 05, 2019
A Brass for Africa Teaching Team is in the UK to perform alongside the great Wynton Marsalis in Cheltenham — and is being supported by members of Derwent Brass.


Signing

New top trom at Derwent

June 25, 2019
Simon Baum is the new solo trombone player at Derwent Brass.


Matthew Eden

Derwent find exciting future in Eden

February 23, 2019
The talented Matthew Eden has become the new Associate Composer of Derwent Brass.


Derwent

Derwent engaged in artistic warp speed

January 18, 2019
Derwent Brass to take a trip through time to bring a cultural message of future value about a historical landscape.




Rodney Newton

80th birthday concert celebration for Newton

July 19 • Rodney Newton will enjoy a musical celebration of his birthday this weekend in Cambridge.


jhs instruments

JHS Ltd set to close

July 19 • The leading independent distributor and suppliers of Odyssey instrument brand set to close after 60 years of trading.


FodensLovatt

Lovatt joins Foden's for Regent Hall pre-National concert

July 19 • Trumpet star Mike Lovatt will reconnect with Foden's Band for their pre-National preview concert at Regent Hall.


Rooms for groups

Sold out signs up in Cheltenham

July 19 • Hotel demand from National qualifiers mean sold out signs are posted in Cheltenham.


The Hepworth Band - A Summer Proms Concert

Sunday 20 July • Hepworth United Sports Club, Far Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth. HD9 1RN


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


NORTH LAKES BRASS

July 20 • North Lakes Brass are seeking a CONDUCTOR with the drive to take our friendly band into the 2nd section. . We are different from most contesting bands as we rehearse just once a week (Wed), have 2 full band concerts & 4-5 contests per year.


Rushden Town Band

July 18 • Second Trombone vacancy. A friendly Midlands 1st Section Band, Rushden are looking for a Second Trombone player to come and join us. Great repertoire and concerts plus contests twice per year. Every other year, the band goes on tour.


Welwyn Garden City Band

July 18 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied summer season of concerts. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Ian Holmes

BA (hons), PGDip (RCM), ARCM, ALCM
Conductor, piano accompanist and educator


               

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