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2025 RNCM International Brass Band Festival: Interview with Michael Fowles
January 16, 2025
We speak to the Foden's MD about the works that the Sandbach Band will feature in their forthcoming RNCM International Brass Band Festival appearance.
Foden's stars boost Lions national challenge
January 15, 2025
The musical connection between Foden's Band and the Lions Youth organisation has been at work to boost National Youth preparations.
World Rankings — End of year update
January 03, 2025
A year in review as Foden's cling to the top spot for a second year in a row whilst Treize Etoiles and Flowers power up the rankings list in a remarkable 2024 contesting season.
Rolfe and Iles claim Foden's awards
December 14, 2024
Andy Rolfe and Sam Iles take home the Bandsman of the Year and Player of the Year awards with the world's number 1 ranked band.
Foden's look to secure new home in heart of community
December 07, 2024
Although they are in need of a new home in 2025, the Foden's Band is confident it can overcome the challenges to remain in the heart of Sandbach.
So precious an experience for conductor competition winner with Foden's
October 12, 2024
So Matsukawa, has described working and conducting Foden's Band as a truly precious musical experience.
Hindmarsh acclaim for Arnold release
September 24, 2024
Foden's recent Malcolm Arnold CD release has gained further critical acclaim.
Foden's adds to the ranks ahead of National challenge
September 23, 2024
Foden's will be joined trumpet star Jens Lindemann and conductor So Matsukawa for their traditional pre-national concert at Regent Hall.
Foden's Youth looking for new intake
September 04, 2024
If you want to enjoy being part of Foden's Youth Band then why not sign up.
World Rankings: August update
August 31, 2024
Foden's Band tops rankings after thrilling spring and summer contest season.
Foden's prepare for South Korea
July 29, 2024
The British Open champion will soon head to South Korea to perform at the prestigious Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival
Foden's Arnold CD release now available
July 18, 2024
The much anticipated release from the British Open champion is now available from the Malcolm Arnold Society.
Malcolm Arnold CD now available for pre-order
July 05, 2024
The eagerly anticipated new Foden's release of the music of Malcolm Arnold can now be pre-ordered prior to its release later this month.
Foden's to give Dream preview ahead of Albert Hall
July 04, 2024
Foden's will once again provide the musical prelude to the Royal Albert Hall National Final.
Jimmie Charles icon of Cheshire Life
July 03, 2024
The remarkable Foden's stalwart Jimmie Charles will soon find himself in select company in the pages of Cheshire Life magazine.
Musical tribute to Charles reign at Foden's
June 26, 2024
The 80th birthday of the great Jimmie Charles has been marked in music by Andy Scott and Foden's Band.
Birthday celebration for Foden's stalwart
June 16, 2024
The remarkable Jimmy Charles of Foden's Band has celebrated his 80th birthday.
Foden's double set for Stoke
June 06, 2024
There will be double helping of Foden's music making on show in Stoke later this month.
Report & Results: 2024 Tameside Whit Friday
May 25, 2024
Foden's in Presidential form as they retain their Tameside Whit Friday hegemony with eight first prizes from the all important voters.
Webb designed for Foden's
May 15, 2024
Oliver Webb has become the new second trombone at Foden's Band.
World Rankings: April update
April 16, 2024
After a busy start to the contesting year, the first Band Supplies — 4barsrest World rankings update of the year sees Foden's sitting proudly at the top.
Elgar Festival trio to showcase major programmes
April 04, 2024
Foden's, Brighouse & Rastrick and Cory will provide major programmes of repertoire at the inaugural Elgar International Festival of Brass in June.
Free tickets on offer for Foden's
March 07, 2024
The British Open champion is offering free tickets for under 18's for their concert in Congleton later this month.
Foden's Youth to welcome Dutch friends
March 06, 2024
Foden's Youth Band will welcome Pro Rege B Band from the Netherlands for a day of joint music making in April.
Players enjoy Mid Winter pep from Foden's trio
February 28, 2024
Michael Fowles, Gary Curtin and Mark Wilkinson helped give 65 players a great musical uplift at their recent SWBBA Mid Winter workshop weekend.
