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Alan Gifford

Gifford takes the helm at Blidworth

January 12, 2022
Alan Gifford is to become the new Musical Director at Blidworth Welfare Band.


Signing

New signings at Blidworth

February 02, 2020
Blidworth add to their ranks as they look towards Midlands Area challenge.


Simon Gresswell

Gresswell takes the helm at Blidworth Welfare

December 10, 2019
The experienced Simon Gresswell has become the new MD at Blidworth Welfare Band.


Blidworth

Oates ends Blidworth partnership

October 30, 2019
The two year musical partnership between conductor Simon Oates and Blidworth Welfare Band comes to an amicable end.


Hill

Blidworth make southern hemisphere musical link

August 15, 2019
Fendall Hill has become the new Associate Composer of Blidworth Welfare Band


Signing

Blidworth delight at Cooper signing

May 15, 2019
The Blidworth Welfare Band is delighted to welcome Lynden Cooper as their new solo euphonium.


Blidworth

Corey keeps on gaining plaudits and awards

April 03, 2019
A talented young cornet player from Blidworth Welfare Band is rapidly becoming a performers to listen out for...


Bidwoth

Blidworth welcomes new cornet signing

November 28, 2018
13 year old rising cornet star Corey Kohut has become the latest signing at Blidworth Welfare Band


Blidworth

Blidworth mark anniversaries

July 17, 2018
Blidworth helps commemorate anniversaries of different kinds — but with equal poignancy.


Signings

Eastern promise with new top man at Blidworth

April 14, 2018
John McMurran becomes the new principal cornet at Blidworth Welfare after enjoying a career move back from the Far East.


Blidworth

Military reinforcements for Blidworth

February 14, 2018
Two new recruits will add strength to the cornet section ranks of Blidworth Welfare Band ahead of their top flight challenge in Bedworth.


Blidworth

Blidworth signings boost Area confidence

January 31, 2018
A trio of new players bring a boost of confidence to Blidworth Welfare's First Section Area chances.


online

New web presence for Blidworth

January 12, 2018
2018 has seen the launch of a brand new website for Blidworth Welfare Band


Conducting

Oates gets to captain Blidworth

November 08, 2017
The experienced Simon Oates is to become the new Musical Director at Blidworth Welfare Band.


Hands

Heartfield stops beating at Blidworth

July 25, 2017
After eight years at the helm, Martin Heartfield has steeped down from his role as MD at Blidworth Welfare Band.


Signing

Blidworth add to the top line for Championship return

December 06, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band has signed soprano player John Randle as they prepare for Championship Section action in 2017.


Blidworth

Blidworth take aim at Cheltenham with new signings

July 20, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band has strengthened its ranks ahead of the National Finals in Cheltenham.


Black Dyke troms

Blidworth welcomes Dyke troms and new principal

June 10, 2016
A community trombone day led by Black Dyke stars proves to be a huge success as Blidworth Band also adds a new principal cornet to their ranks.


bRETT bAKER

Black Dyke trom quartet to lead tuition day

May 10, 2016
Brett Baker and the Black Dyke Trombone Quartet will be leading a community day of masterclasses and workshops in Mansfield.


Blidworth

Blidworth to showcase Essay prep ahead of Area

March 09, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band will be holding an open rehearsal on 'Essay' ahead of their Bedworth First Section challenge.


Blidworth

Rising star rides Helter Skelter to success

October 09, 2015
14 year old Morgan Gallimore certainly made a worldwide impression last weekend after winning the top section 'Best Soloist' award at the Bolsover Festival of Brass.


Blidworth

Blidworth set for Tallis preview

May 06, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band will be previewing their Tallis work ahead of their Spring Festival debuts this weekend.


Blidworth

Blidworth achievements gain award nomination

March 13, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band has been nominated for a prestigious regional award following two years of success.


Blidworth

Blidworth ready to show Championship mettle

February 26, 2015
Blidworth Welfare Band is getting ready for their top section Area debut with new signings and an open rehearsal.


Blidworth

Blidworth set for three steps to Brum

February 10, 2015
Blidworth Welfare enjoy a great start to their first top flight season as they already book their place just three steps away from the British Open...




Winter Gardens, Blackpool

Coverage: North West Regionals Championships

February 23 • Coverage of the 2025 North West Regionals championships from Winter Gardens, Blackpool.


Test Pieces

4BR Area coverage

February 22 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox has confirmed a different approach to coverage of the Regional Championship events.


Blackpool

North West Area line-ups

February 21 • The bands will put their final preparations in place ahead of their performances in Blackpool on Sunday.


John Wallace

Wallace presented with SBBA Outstanding Achievement Award

February 21 • John Wallace CBE has been presented with the 'Outstanding Achievement Award' by the Scottish Brass Band Association.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal College of Music Sackbut Ensemble

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Welsh Guards

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Newstead Brass - Midlands Championships Preview Evening

Sunday 23 February • Summit Centre . Kirkby in Ashfield . Nottinghamshire NG17 7LL


Contest: North West Regional Championships

Sunday 23 February • Winter Gardens Complex, Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HU


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 28 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

February 20 • Reading Band still needs LOWER BRASS for the 4th section contest at Stevenage on Saturday 15th March! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Boarshurst Silver Band

February 17 • Boarshurst Silver Band, NW Championship Section, requires a BBb player, flugel, and front row cornet player. Under MD Jamie Prophet, the band have an ambitious and varied calendar for 2025, including NW Area, Spring Festival and Whit Friday.


Mid Rhondda Band

February 14 • Mid Rhondda Band are looking for the following players : Front Row Cornet, Solo Trombone, Eb Bass, Kit and Tuned Percussionists. The band will be competing in the 3rd Section at the Welsh Area. Contest & concert engagements in the diary for 2025


Jason M Smith


Band Trainer (Contest Preparation), Conductor


               

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