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Grimethorpe offer free youth workshop
November 23, 2022
There is a great early Christmas prezzie to be had for free for young players thanks to the stars at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Grimethorpe performance nominated for Ivors Composer Award
October 18, 2022
A work inspired by the cultural impact of the mining industry and performed with the contribution of Grimethorpe Band has been nominated for a prestigious Ivors Award.
Picture highlights for Grimethorpe
October 11, 2022
A new commission from Yorkshire artist Joe Scarborough captures the history and successes of Grimethorpe Colliery Band — and fans can buy a copy.
Grimethorpe rejoice in youthful appointments
September 05, 2022
Two rising stars will make their Grimethorpe contest debuts at Symphony Hall on the weekend.
Grimethorpe gain funding boost to support music making in schools
August 11, 2022
Youngsters will benefit from music initiatives through Barnsley Music Hub and it partner at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Smith latest high profile star to head to Mercer & Barker
July 25, 2022
Jamie Smith, principal cornet of Grimethorpe Colliery Band is the latest high profile star performer to decide to perform on a Mercer & Barker mouthpiece.
Grimethorpe rejoice as Bach leads to British Open
July 21, 2022
Swiss conductor Michael Bach will lead Grimethorpe Colliery Band at the British Open in September.
Thornton steps down from Grimethorpe lead
July 14, 2022
David Thornton has stepped down from his role as Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
It's Adventure time for Grimethorpe
July 13, 2022
A new education initiative aimed at inspiring young players has been launched by Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Balkans, Baja and brass bands to get footfall tapping in Barnsley
July 08, 2022
Black Dyke, WFEL Fairey and Grimethorpe Colliery will add to the exotic sound mix in Barnsley next weekend.
Transatlantic connections for Grimethorpe
June 22, 2022
Composer Johan de Meij and Lake Wobegon are the latest worldwide musical connections made by Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Grimey set for another National victory...
May 24, 2022
The stage is set for Grimethorpe aka Grimley Colliery Band to win the National title once more at the Royal Albert Hall...
Smith takes principal role at Grimethorpe
May 05, 2022
Jamie Smith is the new principal cornet of Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Result: 2022 European Championship: Composers Competition
May 01, 2022
The final of the 8th European Composers Competition has been won by Theo Rossier from Switzerland.
Death of Sir Harrison Birtwistle
April 19, 2022
The death has been announced of one of the most important British compositional figures.
The touch of Frost returns to Grimey
March 04, 2022
From Quincy Jones to Wilfred Heaton for Mark Frost as the trombone star heads to Yorkshire Area with Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Monday interview with David Thornton
January 24, 2022
We speak to the MD of Grimethorpe Colliery Band and the conductor of the RNCM Brass Band about the repertoire they will perform at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend.
75 years of brass and coal
January 18, 2022
The national newspaper will hopefully remember the link between brass bands and the National Coal Board this weekend thanks to photographer Lorne Campbell.
Grimethorpe engages in fusion music making
August 31, 2021
'Surtaal Celebrates' offers the opportunity to join musical forces with Grimethorpe, RSVP Bhangra and other leading musicians around the globe.
Media light shines on recovery support
April 06, 2021
Brass bands have managed to get a bit more media spotlight...
4BR Monday Interview with Andrew Coe
April 05, 2021
4BR talks to Andrew Coe, the Band Manager of Grimethorpe Colliery Band to find out more about their award from the Cultural Recovery Fund and why it is essential to safeguarding their post Covid-19 future.
Grimethorpe Colliery Band gains Cultural Recovery support
April 02, 2021
The famous Yorkshire band also gains essential financial support as it plans its return to rehearsals, concerts and projects over the coming months.
Interview with Liz Lane
March 11, 2021
4BR catches up with composer Liz Lane to find out more about her appointment as Composer in Association with Grimethorpe Colliery Band and her latest 'Bluebird' project.
Liz Lane takes flight with lead role at Grimethorpe
March 08, 2021
Grimethorpe Colliery Band appoint Liz Lane as their new Composer-in-Association as the latest 'Bluebird' composition takes flight.
Grimethorpe hope to add to festive joy
December 20, 2020
A reprise festive concert performance from Grimethorpe Colliery Band looks to add funds to the entertainment coffers.
