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Grimethorpe held Spellbound by Bronte
July 05, 2020
An exciting new collaboration sees Grimethorpe Colliery Band bring Emily Bronte's 'Spellbound' poem to life...
No need to be Brassed Off next week...
April 10, 2020
The iconic brass band film will be screened on Film4 to compensate for Grimethorpe's Albert Hall appearance being cancelled.
Grimethorpe dial up new players and CD release
April 07, 2020
Stephanie Wilkins is the latest high profile signing at Grimethorpe as the band keeps busy in the transfer and CD market.
Crowther takes last playing bow with Grimethorpe
January 03, 2020
The remarkable Shaun Crowther has retired as solo Eb tuba at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
New euph chapter opens at Grimethorpe with Bokaris appointment
December 24, 2019
Australian euph star Adam Bokaris becomes the new solo euphonium at Grimethorpe as Michael Dodd takes a back seat role.
Millions enjoy Grimethorpe festive radio appearance
December 17, 2019
Millions of Radio 2 Monday morning listeners enjoyed the sound of Grimethorpe Colliery Band...
A golden generation of young players is being developed in Barnsley...
November 15, 2019
8 year old Oscar Paterson was an internet sensation when he gazed in wonder at Michael Dodd's gold euphonium — so now he's had the chance to give it a test drive too...
Grimethorpe help cover number 1 spot
November 05, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band has helped the Children in Need
Grimethorpe get it covered for Children in Need
October 29, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be helping raise millions of pounds for the BBC's annual Children in Need appeal this year
International Stamp of approval at Grimethorpe
October 22, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band makes musical link with leading American composer Dr Jack Stamp.
Grimethorpe add Lenton to Albert Hall line-up
September 27, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery sign baritone star Sarah Lenton to their ranks ahead of Albert Hall challenge.
Grimethorpe to showcase dynastic approach
September 03, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be showcasing its British Open preparations this evening.
Webster steps down from playing role with Grimethorpe
July 25, 2019
Roger Webster has taken the decision to end his playing commitments with Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Thornton heads to Grimethorpe
July 09, 2019
Dr David Thornton has left his role as Resident Conductor at Brighouse & Rastrick to become Musical Director at Grimethorpe Colliery Band with immediate effect.
One Show spotlight for Birkwood's young brass stars
June 21, 2019
The work under taken by Michael Dodd in inspiring the future generations of Grimethorpe Colliery Band players was recently featured on the prime-time BBC1 'One Show'.
PLC takes the helm at Grimethorpe Youth
May 29, 2019
Paul Lovatt-Cooper has become the new Musical Director of the Grimethorpe Youth Band
Grimethorpe to return to Brassed Off triumph
May 12, 2019
Grimethorpe will return to the Royal Albert Hall next year for a special screening performance of 'Brassed Off'.
Grimethorpe's call to next generation
May 04, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will team up with Paul Lovatt-Cooper to provide a cracking workshop day next month for youngsters — and its all free!
Grimethorpe ready to roll-out youth initiative
January 11, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band is linking up with new partners to expand its youth development initiative.
Culross returns to principal role at Grimethorpe
December 27, 2018
Iain Culross makes a return as the new principal cornet at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Gaspoz and Schwartz leave Grimethorpe with immediate effect
December 09, 2018
Principal cornet and solo euphonium duo Kathleen Gaspoz and Philippe Schwartz have tendered their resignation from Grimethorpe Colliery Band with immediate effect.
Schwartz to showcase Mealor Concerto in Exhibition setting
December 08, 2018
Philippe Schwartz will give only the second performance of Paul Mealor's acclaimed 'Euphonium Concerto' with orchestral accompaniment this weekend in Wales.
Grimethorpe inspire next generation — and the ones after that as well...
December 07, 2018
A recent school concert with a difference saw Grimethorpe Colliery Band help inspire the children in their local community to become the brass band music makers of the future...
Grimethorpe link up for youth day of learning fun
October 20, 2018
John Doyle and stars from Grimethorpe Colliery Band will host a great day of fun and music making today.
Labour and love for Grimethorpe
September 25, 2018
Grimethorpe Colliery Band welcomed delegates to the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool on the weekend.
