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Blackpool

Death of Bill Bridges

July 02, 2024
The death has been announced of the popular bass trombonist and Chairperson of Blackpool Brass.


Blackpool

One fine day... (hopefully soon)

January 29, 2021
Hopefully there will be a time when the sun is out in Blackpool and the sound of brass bands will be heard in the shadow of its famous Tower once more...


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Charnock takes baton at Blackpool

October 20, 2018
Blackpool Brass has appointed the experienced Len Charnock as their new Musical Director.


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Pearson tenure comes to an end at Blackpool Brass

October 12, 2018
The four year musical partnership between John Pearson and Blackpool Brass has come to an end.


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Blackpool reunion aims for 50 more years

October 01, 2016
A special 50th anniversary reunion hopes to keep Blackpool Brass in business for another 50 years.


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Blackpool boost for Blackpool

January 27, 2016
Blackpool Brass has made a number of new signings ahead of their local contest...


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JP brings new arrivals to Blackpool

November 21, 2014
The arrival of new MD John Pearson heralds an influx of players to Blackpool Brass.


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Blackpool strengthens ranks ahead of shortest trip

February 14, 2014
Blackpool Brass has been strengthening its ranks ahead of next month's North West Regional, in its own town.


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Blackpool lights

February 03, 2012
Blackpool Brass announces a whole raft of new signings...


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New MD at Blackpool

October 03, 2011
Tariq Ahmed becomes the new MD at Blackpool Brass.


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Bare Larder at Blackpool

March 26, 2010
Chris Larder and Blackpool Brass have parted company.


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Moore the merrier for Blackpool

February 23, 2010
Blackpool Brass welcome back some new players.


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White departs from Blackpool

November 23, 2008
Andrew White and Blackppol Brass have parted company.


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Changes at Blackpool Brass

September 10, 2008
New players are part of the Blackpool masterplan.


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Blackpool opt for the White stuff

January 28, 2008
Andrew White takes over at Blackpool Brass following the departure of conductor Andrew Warriner.




EverReady Band

New duo at EverReady

January 10 • New talent is welcomed at EverReady Band as they say a fond farewell to a stalwart performer.


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Hammonds sign NYBBGB flugel Mallinson

January 10 • The Hammonds Band has signed Noah Mallinson as their new flugel horn player.


John Wallace CBE

John Wallace becomes new Honorary Vice President at coop

January 10 • The Brass in Concert champion has spoken of its pride that John Wallace CBE has become its new Honorary Vice President.


Megan Bousfield

4BR Friday interview with Megan Bousfield

January 9 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to NYBBGB Conductor Competition finalist Megan Bousfield.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band

January 8 • Following our promotion to the 2nd section we are looking for a percussionist to do a bit of bing bonging on the timps for the regionals in March. We are a lovely band - everyone says so - so please get in touch. Rehearsals Weds from 1930 in Putney.


Mid Rhondda Band

January 6 • Mid Rhondda Band are currently looking for a trombone player and percussionists to join the team. We are a friendly, welcoming 3rd section band working towards competing in the Welsh Area in March. We also have a variety of events booked for 2026.


The Marple Band

January 6 • Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly, ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new year.


Alan Fernie

DRSAM, Dip.NCOS
Arranger, composer, adjudicator, conductor


               

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