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Blackburn

Harrison ends his dream at Blackburn

September 02, 2024
Blackburn & Darwen Band has said a fond retirement farewell to stalwart member Colin Harrison.


Blackburn

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.


Blackburn

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.


Daniel Thomas

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

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.


Switzerland

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

New signings at Blackburn & Darwen

April 20, 2017
The ambitious top flight north west band announces a number of new signings.


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


Neil Samuel

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 and 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.


Blackburn Band

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.


Candlelight

Blackburn & Darwen by candlelight

December 28, 2014
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has helped raise much needed funds for the Prince's Trust.


Maplestone

Maplestone takes Blackburn & Darwen baton

June 30, 2014
David Maplestone takes over the MD role at Blackburn & Darwen Band.


Enjoying success together

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.


Blackburn and Darwen Band

New associate joins Blackburn & Darwen

December 05, 2013
Matt Whitfield has joined Blackburn & Darwen Band as their new Associate Conductor.


Blackburn and Darwen Band

Death of Graham Woodward

September 01, 2013
4BR has been informed of the death of Graham Woodward.


Matthew Thomas

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.


Blackburn 7 Darwen

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.


Blackburn & Darwen

Dempsey signs for Blackburn

June 17, 2012
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has announced the signing of rising cornet star Luke Dempsey.


Blackburn & Darwen

New trio at B&D

June 09, 2012
Blackburn & Darwen announce trio of new signings.


Blackburn and Darwen

New signing at Blackburn

October 13, 2011
Chris Blaylock joins North West outfit as new bumper up.


Blackburn and Darwen

Blackburn entertain

July 07, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has been putting on some special entertainment of late.


Blackburn and Darwen

Blackburn's Bentley trip

June 14, 2011
Blackburn & Darwen add musical sheen to the polished Bentley owners...


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B&D adds to the ranks

June 05, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has been adding extra players to the ranks.


Blackburn and Darwen

Masterclass premiere in Blackburn

March 23, 2011
The Blackburn & Darwen Band has held its first brass masterclass.




British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Dr Brett Baker

BSc (Hons), ARCM, PG Dip
Marketing Lead, Denis Wick & Alliance Products; Artist at Michael Rath Instruments


               

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