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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...




British Open

High demand for premium tickets for British Open

June 5 • Premium tickets for the British Open are starting to become increasingly limited — so don't miss out.


Chav Brass

Chav Brass set for serious fun at Whit Friday

June 5 • The scallywags of the Whit Friday circuit will be performing with serious ambition this year as they seek to inspire the next generation with a mix of DJ Sammy and Eric Ball...


Whit Friday

2025 Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed

June 4 • From start times to prize money, contact details and essential information — the details of the Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.


EverReady

Enjoy Spring Festival highlights

June 4 • The British Open has produced a special YouTube feature capturing the highlights of the 2025 Spring Festival in Blackpool.


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


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


Chelmsford Silver Bnad

June 6 • Front row cornet, solo horn & trombone players. We are a friendly, active non competition band established 75 years performing regularly in Chelmsford & Essex. Rehearsals averaging 26 players on Wednesday evenings at Broomfield Methodist Church Chelmsford


HYDE BAND

June 5 • WE CURRENTLY HAVE PLAYER VACANCIES FOR BB BASS, BARITONE & EUPHONIUM. Join our friendly 1st Section Band in the New forest, working with our Musical Director: Ben Halstead on a varied programme of concerts and contests. Rehearsals Mon & Thurs 8-10


Besses Boys' Band

June 4 • Besses Boys' Band (1st Section 2026) are looking for SOLO TROMBONE. Rehearsals Monday & Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Lady Wilton Hall, Manchester - Good links to M60 ring road and city centre. Fun band with good concert and social balance


Dave Collins

BA (Hons) (Dunelm) I, FSCO
Composer and Arranger


               

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