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Harrison ends his dream at Blackburn
September 02, 2024
Blackburn & Darwen Band has said a fond retirement farewell to stalwart member Colin Harrison.
Blackburn & Darwen help get brass on the BBC
December 24, 2021
The Blackburn & Darwen Band helped choirmaster Gareth Malone to put on a great festive event in their home town — and all on prime time television too.
Big prize pot on offer at Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune contest
September 01, 2021
17 bands will look to catch the ear of adjudicator Sheona White at the forthcoming popular event.
Thomas takes the baton at Blackburn & Darwen
January 17, 2019
Daniel Thomas returns to his home town band to take over the conducting duties at Blackburn & Darwen.
New signings at Blackburn & Darwen
October 13, 2017
There are more new signings at the Blackburn & Darwen Band as MD Neil Samuel adds to the ranks with youth and experience.
Swiss tour for Blackburn & Darwen
July 18, 2017
There is a great Swiss summer break to enjoy for the players and supporters of the top flight north-west band.
New signings at Blackburn & Darwen
April 20, 2017
The ambitious top flight north west band announces a number of new signings.
Hall door opens at Blackburn & Darwen
January 10, 2017
Kirsten Hall returns to full time banding by taking up the flugel role at Blackburn & Darwen
Samuel heads to Blackburn & Darwen
December 21, 2016
After a successful tenure as MD at VBS Poynton, Neil Samuel takes over the reins at Blackburn & Darwen.
Blackburn & Darwen to host new march & hymn tune event
June 30, 2015
To help celebrate their 175th anniversary, the Blackburn & Darwen Band will host a brand new march & hymn tune contest.
French fields a tour success for Blackburn & Darwen
April 11, 2015
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has just returned from a hugely successful Easter tour to France.
Blackburn & Darwen by candlelight
December 28, 2014
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has helped raise much needed funds for the Prince's Trust.
Maplestone takes Blackburn & Darwen baton
June 30, 2014
David Maplestone takes over the MD role at Blackburn & Darwen Band.
Sheppard leaves Blackburn flock
February 19, 2014
After 12 years at the helm, Musical Director Nick Sheppard has left the role at Blackburn & Darwen Band.
New associate joins Blackburn & Darwen
December 05, 2013
Matt Whitfield has joined Blackburn & Darwen Band as their new Associate Conductor.
Blackburn seek contemporary approach
October 16, 2012
The Blackburn & Darwen Band hope to explore new and exciting repertoire with the appointment of Matthew Thomas as their composer in residence.
Rousing Proms for B&D
August 29, 2012
The Blackburn & Darwen Band got the audience demanding more at their recent Last Night of Proms concert.
Dempsey signs for Blackburn
June 17, 2012
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has announced the signing of rising cornet star Luke Dempsey.
Blackburn entertain
July 07, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has been putting on some special entertainment of late.
Blackburn's Bentley trip
June 14, 2011
Blackburn & Darwen add musical sheen to the polished Bentley owners...
B&D adds to the ranks
June 05, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has been adding extra players to the ranks.
Masterclass premiere in Blackburn
March 23, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has held its first brass masterclass.
