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Thoresby Colliery

Thoresby look to get back on the road

July 31, 2024
Thoresby Colliery Band is looking to replace their band van after it was stolen.


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Pallister to lead Thoresby

July 26, 2024
Luke Pallister returns to Thoresby Colliery Band to take conducting lead


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Hobbins heads for new home at Thoresby

December 02, 2023
The experienced Alan Hobbins has been appointed as Musical Director of Thoresby Colliery Band .


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Thoresby partnership comes to an end

October 10, 2023
The musical partnership between conductor Michael Howley and Thoresby Colliery comes to an end after four years.


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Thoresby in fine trim for National title battle

September 13, 2023
Thoresby Colliery Band is heading to Cheltenham this weekend looking to repeat a title winning triumph from their proud past.


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New bold direction at Old Silkstone

March 06, 2020
The perfect young conductor with the perfect name to lead the future musical prosperity of Old Silkstone.


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McElligott era comes to an end at Thoresby

October 17, 2019
The four year musical partnership between Thoresby Band and Ian McElligott comes to an end as the band announce new lead with Michael Howley.


Sam Fisher

Fisher ends MD role at Thoresby

May 17, 2019
The musical partnership between Thoresby Colliery and Sam Fisher has come to an end.


Sam Fisher

Thoresby catch Fisher as new resident

February 27, 2019
Thoresby Colliery Band has announced the appointment of Sam Fisher as their new resident conductor as they seek long awaited Area title.


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Thoresby duo enjoy Gallery Love Story of their own

October 19, 2017
There was one result that nobody could better at the Royal Albert Hall on the weekend — as Howard Snell's 'Love Story' came to life...


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Thoresby welcome new VP roles

June 24, 2017
Two great supporters of Thoresby Colliery Band have taken on new roles to carry on helping the Midlands band.


New signing

Georgian principals take effect at Thoresby

November 12, 2016
The talented young cornet player George Newbould has been appointed principal cornet of Thoresby Colliery Band.


Lone Wolf

Thoresby let their Wolf loose in Nottingham

September 29, 2016
Thoresby Colliery Band will preview their Journey of the Lone Wolf preparation ahead of their Albert Hall challenge.


Fundraising

Raising a pint in celebration for Thoresby

July 22, 2016
If only all brass bands could come up with a brilliant fund raising idea like this...


Leigh Baker

Baker to lead Doctor's orders with Thoresby

August 27, 2015
Thoresby Colliery will be led by Leigh Baker at the forthcoming Dr Martin Wainstone's Cup contest.


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Thoresby aim to reach new heights

June 26, 2015
The Thoresby Band will be looking to stay at the summit of top class banding thanks to the hiking determination of their players.


Dave Howells

Could a unique brass band species now be extinct?

June 18, 2015
The last deep pit brass band miner in the UK could be about to become extinct...


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Thoresby benefit from Freemason handshake

June 17, 2015
Thoresby Colliery Band has been given a generous helping hand from the Freemasons of Bassetlaw in recognition of their fine community work.


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More Grant aid at Thoresby

September 10, 2014
After a successful three years together Brian Grant takes direct oversight on musical matters at Thoresby Colliery Band.


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Thoresby announce Stevenson composer residency

August 16, 2014
Andrew Stevenson and Thoresby Colliery Band have announced a new musical partnership with work already starting on their 2015 Butlins programme.


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Thoresby changes ahead of second half assault

July 15, 2014
Thoresby Colliery Band has made changes to its personnel ahead of the second half of a busy 2014 contesting season.


Derek Renshaw

Renshaw not set for Thoresby

June 24, 2014
Due to a change in personal circumstances, the experienced Derek Renshaw will not be joining Thoresby Colliery.


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Thoresby Colliery set for final Whit Friday return

June 12, 2014
This year could well be the last time a brass band from a working colliery plays at the Whit Friday contests.


Derek Renshaw

Renshaw makes pit stop at Thoresby

June 09, 2014
The experienced Derek Renshaw has become the new MD at Thoresby Colliery Band.


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Thoresby opt for Open University study on St Magnus

February 26, 2014
Midland challengers Thoresby Colliery will showcase their St Magnus preparations at the University of Nottingham.




Brighouse

Report & Result: 2025 British Open Championship

September 7 • A fait accompli for Brighouse & Rastrick and Prof David King as they are inspired by Shakespeare and Prokofiev to claim the happiest of Symphony Hall endings on 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


Band Supplies

Band Supplies at the British Open

September 6 • Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.


4BR Review

Recap on the 4BR British Open preview

September 6 • If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it again ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.


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Why not be a judge at the Open this year?

September 6 • If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Otley Brass Association

September 7 • Front Row Cornet. -. Otley Brass Band are keen to recruit a 5th member for their front row cornets (position negotiable).. . This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving band of 30+ players under the leadership of our newly appointed MD, Martyn Beecham


wantage silver band

September 6 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) have vacancies for a Bb BASS PLAYER and THIRD CORNET to complete their line up. Plenty of great concerts from now until Christmas with the Welsh Open, L&SC Area, British Open Grand Shield and Whit Friday in 2026.


wantage silver band

September 6 • Positions vacant: wantage silver band: Wantage Community Brass (non-competitive) are looking to recruit a new Musical Director. The group is unique in that the average age is almost certainly around 70! They rehearse on Tue from 4pm and Thu from 7pm.


Chris King

MBA, BMus(Hons), LRSM, AoBBA
Conductor, Arranger, Adjudicator, Compere, Band Trainer


               

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