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Peter Fraser

Long playing slice of Evans history helps future NYBBS youngsters

August 15, 2024
Sales from an 1986 LP recording of Kirkintilloch Band directed by the late great Richard Evans will help future generations of young players attend the annual NYBBS Summer Course.


Kirkintilloch

German detour for Benson

March 14, 2024
Fresh from leading Kirkintilloch Band to success in Scotland, MD, Hedley Benson will head to Germany this weekend to make a conducting debut with Brass Band Sachsen.


Kirkintilloch

Kirky open up for Band Supplies Challenge

November 14, 2023
You can hear the Kirkintilloch Band in preview action ahead of their Perth challenge this weekend — but make sure you follow the directions.


Kirkintilloch

Kirkintilloch pioneer Dementia Friends link

September 22, 2023
The Kirkintilloch Band has become one of the first 'Dementia Friends' brass bands in country following a pioneering visit and training from Alzheimer Scotland.


kIRKINTILLOCH

Kirkintilloch pay musical tribute to much missed stalwart

June 28, 2023
The Kirkintilloch Band has paid a wonderful musical tribute to honour the life and dedication to their band of the late Willie Tennant.


Tennant

Tennant concert almost full to the brim

June 14, 2023
There are only a few places left to fill to enjoy the celebration concert to honour the wonderful musical life of Willie Tennant.


Tennant

Tennant's excellence to be celebrated in fund raising concert

May 31, 2023
The remarkable musical life of Willie Tennant is to be marked in a special concert given by the Kirkintilloch Band this June.


Kirkictilloch

Kirky to showcase Knight life ahead of Scottish Championship

February 24, 2023
The Kirkintilloch Band will showcase its preparations on the First Section test piece ahead of its Perth challenge.


Kirkintilloch

Kirkintilloch ready for new-build era

January 17, 2023
The Kirkintilloch Band is approaching the Scottish Championships with renewed confidence after completing their rebuilding process with the addition of a new MD and principal cornet.


Tennant

Funeral service details for Willie Tennant

June 24, 2021
The funeral service details for the respected bandsman Willie Tenant have been announced.


cROSS

Death of Willie Tennant

June 10, 2021
The death has been announced of the remarkable Scottish bandsman, administrator and teacher Willie Tennant.


Peter Fraser

Fraser dedication marked with presentation

January 10, 2021
70 years of remarkable service to the Kirkintilloch Band by Peter Fraser MBE has been marked.


Jamie

Hood to make Kirky return for Cheltenham

September 06, 2019
The Swiss based Jamie Hood will return to Scotland next week to once again link up with the Kirkintilloch Band for their National Final challenge.


Roberts

Further strength in depth added to Kirky revival

October 30, 2018
New players and experienced conducing leadership further strengthen Kirkintilloch's long term rejuvenation plans.


Signings

Burns nights at Kirkintilloch

September 14, 2018
Kirkintilloch take another big step forward in their rejuvenation plans as they appoint a new Resident Conductor and add to their player ranks.


Kirky

Kirky aims to take first step back to brighter future in Perth

August 14, 2018
After enduring perhaps the most difficult period in its history, Kirkintilloch aims to return to the contest stage — but with long terms aims and objectives built on solid Scottish realism.


Kirly

Kirkintilloch forced to drop out of Scottish Championship

February 06, 2018
The former five time champion has taken the difficult decision not to compete at the forthcoming Scottish Championship as they look to retain Grand Shield status and build for future.


Signing

New principal signing at Kirkintilloch

June 28, 2017
Daniel de Gruchy-Lambert becomes the new principal cornet at Kirkintilloch Band in Scotland.


David Thornton

Thornton to link up with Kirkintilloch

May 17, 2017
David Thornton will link up with Kirkintilloch Band for the 2018 Scottish Championship.


Conductor hands

Munday nights are music nights at Kirkintilloch

April 26, 2017
The experienced Ray Munday has been appointed the Resident Conductor at Kirkintilloch Band.


Philip McCann

McCann makes welcome return to lead Kirkintilloch in Perth

February 09, 2016
Phillip McCann will lead Kirkintilloch's challenge at the Scottish Championship in Perth next month.


Kirkintilloch

New trio to boost Kirky Perth assault

February 01, 2016
The Kirkintilloch Band has announced a trio of new signings ahead of the Scottish Championship in Perth in March.


Kirkintilloch

New faces in front and behind the Kirky stands for 2014

January 17, 2014
Kirkintilloch announce a number of personnel changes ahead of the start of 2014 contest season.


Scott Findlater

2012 Scottish Open: Interview with Scott Findlater

November 25, 2012
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to 4BR Best Soloist winner Scott Findlater.


Kirkintilloch

Kirky sign up cream of Scottish playing talent

January 24, 2012
Youth injection boosts Kirkintilloch challenge.




Harper

2025 RNCM International Brass Band Festival: Interview with Philip Harper

January 20 • Ahead of their appearance in Manchester on the weekend, we talk to the Cory MD about their programme of exciting contrasts.


Black Country Brass

Masson takes baton at Black Country Brass

January 20 • Iain Masson has been appointed as the new MD and Artistic Director at Black Country Brass


Smith and Grezzy

Smith & Grezzy Big Chat podcast: Latest episodes

January 20 • Two new episodes see Sandy and Simon talk to Samantha Harrison about her work with Elland Silver Band organisation and with Garry Cutt in paying tribute to the late, great Elgar Howarth.


GBBA Workshop

Flowers stars to lead GBBA Workshop Day

January 20 • Players from the National Champion will lead a day of inspirational playing for Third and Fourth Section players.


The Hepworth Band - Hepworth Band New Year Celebration Concert

Sunday 26 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD97ER


Dobcross Silver Band - Hammonds Band

Sunday 26 January • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015. N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 8 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Clare Church

Saturday 8 February • St Peter and St Paul Church, Clare, Suffolk CO10 8NY


wantage silver band

January 20 • Wantage Band (championship section) has a vacant 2ND CORNET position. This would suit a player with experience in a championship or first section band. Rehearsals take place every Sun 7:30pm and Wed 8pm in Wantage with highly experienced MD Chris King.


Rushden Town Band

January 19 • 2nd Trombone position of this fun loving band. . . Great diary of regular concerts throughout the year, plus at least 2 contests per year. Recently recorded its first CD and off on its second tour in May 2025.


East London Brass

January 18 • 2nd TROMBONE - ELB are looking for a 2nd Trombone player to play at the areas in March. If you are interested in helping out with this temporary role, please reach out. We are a friendly, fun and ambitious band!


David W. Ashworth

RSCM, ABBA Exec Member, NABBC PRO.
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator


               

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