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Media spotlight on Black Dyke Band ahead of Proms return
July 17, 2026
The national media has certainly been interested in Black Dyke Band's return to the BBC Proms for the first time since 2007.
Football's coming home...via Queensbury.
July 04, 2026
Could 60 years of hurt be over for England — with a little help from Black Dyke Band...
Dedicated Childs services marked by Black Dyke Band
June 15, 2026
The recent Black Dyke Brass Festival marked the retirement of administrator Alison Childs.
Black Dyke Band to perform at BBC Proms
April 21, 2026
The Queensbury band to be joined by guest soloist David Childs for a 'Brass Prom' performance showcasing their virtuosity and versatility.
Black Dyke's RNCM concert now on Wobplay
February 23, 2026
The Yorkshire champion's concert appearance at the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival can now be enjoyed on the Wobplay media platform.
Black Dyke Band set for Pudsey showcase
February 18, 2026
The Yorkshire champion will head to Pudsey as part of the Leeds 'Best of Brass' series.
Enjoy Yazu again and again
January 28, 2026
The incredible performance by Yasuaki Fukuhara of Simon Dobson's 'Percussion Concerto' can be enjoyed on his brand new solo CD release.
Essay radio excellence for Edwards
January 14, 2026
Black Dyke Band tenor horn player Siobhan Edwards was spotlighted on Radio 3 this week.
Tynan looking forward to Thailand performance tour
December 11, 2025
The the principal Eb tuba of Black Dyke Band will be heading to Bangkok in the New Year.
Childs returns to Japan for Roman spectacular
November 05, 2025
Prof Nicholas Childs recently returned to Japan work alongside the iconic figure of Prof Emeritus, Takeo Yamamoto and the students at Senzoku Gakuen College.
Hutchinson to become new principal cornet at Black Dyke Band
November 04, 2025
Tom Hutchinson will return to Yorkshire to follow Richard Marshall as principal cornet of Black Dyke Band.
Marshall to step down as principal cornet at Black Dyke Band
October 24, 2025
Richard Marshall's outstanding 20 year tenure as principal cornet of Black Dyke Band will come to an end later this year.
Black Dyke continues Evo-lution
October 22, 2025
The cornet section of the Queensbury band now plays on the Oldroyd Evo...
Marshall leads with Evo
October 09, 2025
The Black Dyke principal cornet player will lead Black Dyke Band's National title challenge on his new Oldroyd Evo cornet.
Black Dyke make collaborative link with Oldroyd Instruments
August 22, 2025
The Queensbury Band announces partnership with instrument maker.
Saynor ends tuba tenure at Black Dyke Band
August 18, 2025
Gavin Saynor makes the reluctant decision to bring his six year tuba tenure at the Yorkshire champion to an end.
Black Dyke partnership with Geneva comes to an end.
August 04, 2025
The five year sponsorship deal between the Yorkshire champion and the instrument manufacturer has come to an end.
From the Archives: Black Dyke Band on The Open University
June 22, 2025
You can once enjoy an academic insight into the development of Black Dyke Mills Band and the banding movement — courtesy of The Open University and Prof Trevor Herbert.
Black Dyke feature in Bradford cultural celebration
June 08, 2025
The Queensbury Band has been featured in a BBC 'Travel Show' programme that celebrates the rejuvenation of Bradford as the 2025 UK City of Culture.
Gramercy Music: Mill Town Revival (Peter Graham)
May 19, 2025
Peter Graham's work celebrates a visit made to Bradford almost 150 years ago by a pioneering singing group.
Septura to lead Gregson tributes at Elgar International Festival of Brass
April 30, 2025
The acclaimed brass septet will join forces with Cory, Black Dyke and Foden's in paying musical tribute to Edward Gregson — with a the composer in conversation with Frank Renton too.
Bradford boost for Black Dyke Band
April 25, 2025
The Yorkshire champion's involvement in Bradford's celebration as the UK City of Culture on Radio 2 has gained widespread plaudits.
Tynan heads to Queensbury
April 17, 2025
Tommy Tynan moves from Cory to Black Dyke Band with immediate effect.
Antiphones heard from Black Dyke Band
April 13, 2025
The latest CD release from the Yorkshire Champion includes a reminder of Malmo and a concerto trip to Venice.
The Beatles, Bradford and Black Dyke
April 10, 2025
The story of the emergence of The Beatles and their connection to Black Dyke Mills Band has been explored on the 'BBC Radio 2 Loves Brass!' programme.
