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Haslingden

Haslingden & Helmshore success a key for banding optimism

December 03, 2017
For any bands facing problems, the success of Haslingden & Helmshore may be a source of inspiration.


Haslingden

New signing adds to the Haslingden ranks

July 07, 2017
The talented Billy McCrief has joined Haslingden & Helmshore Band.


Flowers

Death of Matthew Densfield

April 05, 2017
4BR has been informed of the death of the young percussionist Matthew Densfield.


Haslignden

Haslingden Chalk up another success

January 13, 2017
The Haslingden & Helmshore Band has a new partnership success story to celebrate with a link to the leading fresh produce company Chalkers.


Simon Cowen

Cowen takes on new lead role

November 17, 2016
Simon Cowen, the principal trombone of the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra has taken on a new role with the baton at Halsingden & Helmshore Band.


Sam Ball

New principal at Haslingden & Helmshore keeps rejuvenation Ball rolling

September 15, 2016
The appointment of Sam Ball is the latest step on the rejuvenation trail for Haslingden & Helmshore.


A full bandroom

Baritone boost for Haslingden & Helmshore

September 09, 2016
A talented local signing for a rejuvenated local band shows that Haslingden & Helmshore is heading in the right musical direction.


Haslingden

Thomas leads rejuvenation process at Haslingden & Helmshore

July 26, 2016
The never say die attitude of the Haslingden & Helmshore Band has paid off — with another boost to their future plans with the appointment of Huw Thomas as MD.


Haslingden

Positive approach fires Haslingden & Helmshore

July 06, 2016
Despite going through a bit of a lean time of late the fantastic positivity of Haslingden & Helmshore is something others bands may well want to copy...


Haslingden and Helmshore

Holland annexes 25 year link to Haslingden & Helmshore

November 19, 2015
After a quarter of a century of great music making together David Holland calls time on his tenure with the Haslingden & Helmshore Band.


Haslingden

4BR make Telegraph headlines!

January 03, 2009
It seems the influence of 4BR is spreading to the dizzy heights of the Telegraph newspaper...


Haslingden sing and dance to victory

January 21, 2008
Line dancing celebrations for Haslingden & Helmshore after their win in the Butlins Third Section at Skegness.




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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