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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...




Rodney Newton

80th birthday concert celebration for Newton

July 19 • Rodney Newton will enjoy a musical celebration of his birthday this weekend in Cambridge.


jhs instruments

JHS Ltd set to close

July 19 • The leading independent distributor and suppliers of Odyssey instrument brand set to close after 60 years of trading.


FodensLovatt

Lovatt joins Foden's for Regent Hall pre-National concert

July 19 • Trumpet star Mike Lovatt will reconnect with Foden's Band for their pre-National preview concert at Regent Hall.


Rooms for groups

Sold out signs up in Cheltenham

July 19 • Hotel demand from National qualifiers mean sold out signs are posted in Cheltenham.


The Hepworth Band - A Summer Proms Concert

Sunday 20 July • Hepworth United Sports Club, Far Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth. HD9 1RN


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


NORTH LAKES BRASS

July 20 • North Lakes Brass are seeking a CONDUCTOR with the drive to take our friendly band into the 2nd section. . We are different from most contesting bands as we rehearse just once a week (Wed), have 2 full band concerts & 4-5 contests per year.


Rushden Town Band

July 18 • Second Trombone vacancy. A friendly Midlands 1st Section Band, Rushden are looking for a Second Trombone player to come and join us. Great repertoire and concerts plus contests twice per year. Every other year, the band goes on tour.


Welwyn Garden City Band

July 18 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied summer season of concerts. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


James McLeod

BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor


               

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