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Vanhoorne

Final NZ bow for Vanhoorne

January 16, 2026
The inspirational Belgian conductor and cornet player will return home in April this year after enjoying a six year tenure of success in New Zealand.


Harmen Van

Vanhoorne heads for new musical life in New Zealand

December 21, 2019
The star Belgian cornet player is to start a new musical life in New Zealand as he returns permanently to North Shore Brass.


Buzz Newton

To Takapuna and beyond...

July 23, 2017
North Shore Brass from Auckland will be hosting a series of masterclasses and expert tuition from Byron 'Buzz' Newton and David Chaulk.


Alice Jones

Mum's the musical word in North Shore

May 10, 2016
A great concert idea in New Zealand ensures that mums are still the most important people in the world...


Harmen Vanhoorne

On the shoulders of a giant...

July 28, 2015
Belgian cornet star Harmen Vanhoorne inspires the future generations of North Shore stars...


Nick Walkley

Walkley set for North Shore debut in NZ

July 09, 2014
British Army musician Nick Walkley is getting ready to help North Shore Brass at the New Zealand National Championships.


Rotunda

North Shore team up for ground breaking production in NZ

August 30, 2013
A ground breaking partnership of brass and dance is set to recall a seminal moment in 20th century New Zealand history.


David King on cornet

King sized thrills in New Zealand

November 27, 2012
Professor David King has been on thrilling form in New Zealand as part of an innovative bursary programme.


Colin Clark

NZ conductor awarded prestigious bursary

July 03, 2012
Colin Clark of North Shore Brass to receive Adrienne, Lady Stewart, Performance Bursary.


Carolyn Ramsbottom

North Shore Brassed Off

August 08, 2010
North Shore Brass begin its season of the production "Brassed Off".


North Shore Youth Brass

North Shore Youth stride ahead

December 18, 2008
Contest success, lots of concerts, and a planned CD recording wraps up a great year for North Shore Youth Brass.


Brent Large

Large Retires

November 18, 2008
Brent Large announces retirement as Musical Director of North Shore Brass


North Shore Brass

North Shore secure players

May 28, 2008
Auckland Band, North Shore Brass, have been busy securing players in readiness for NZ Nationals.




Foden's Band

Report & Result: 2026 British Open Championship

September 12 • Foden's led by Russell Gray claim the 172nd British Open with music making of the richest emotion.


4BR Review — Episode 21

September 11 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas look forward to the 172nd British Open Championship in Birmingham on the weekend.


Dobson

Dobson enjoying his latest Dopamine hit...

September 11 • The Cornish composer continues to make his mark on the wider musical world with his latest album already becoming a hit in more ways than one...


British Open

British Open Countdown: T minus 1

September 11 • All the bands are now heading to Birmingham with all their prep done and dusted on 'Music of the Spheres'.


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Eagle Brass

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Saint Sebastian Wokingham Band

September 15 • BBb Bass - We're a First Section band, looking for a BBb Bass with the musical ability and commitment to perform at that level. Are you the rock solid foundation, to compliment our amazing Bass team?


Saint Sebastian Wokingham Band

September 15 • Principle Euphonium - We are looking for an accomplished soloist within Wokingham and surrounding areas, with the confidence and expression to take on the bands prominent Euphonium features and solos. . If this is you, please get in touch.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 14 • The band, under the musical direction of Jack Fisher, require a percussionist. Rehearsing in our own purpose built band hall, with a wide array of percussion instruments permanently set-up, have a growing schedule of concerts, contests and social events.


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