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James Shepherd

James Shepherd funeral details

June 30, 2023
The funeral arrangements have been announced for the legendary cornet player James Shepherd.


James Shepherd

Death of James Shepherd

June 23, 2023
The death has been announced of the legendary cornet player James Shepherd.


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New recording to celebrate JSVB legacy

June 17, 2021
The first of a series of download albums aims to pay musical tribute to the musical talents of the unique James Shepherd Versatile Brass ensemble.


Legacy

Versatile Brass leaves its Legacy

January 13, 2016
The final ever concert performance by the James Shepherd Versatile Brass is now available on DVD.


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Last notes ring out for JSVB

December 19, 2015
43 years of fantastic music making comes to an end for the James Shepherd Versatile Brass group and its iconic founder.


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JSVB proceeds to go to National Childrens Band of Great Britain.

November 12, 2015
The proceeds of the last ever concert of the iconic James Shepherd Versatile Brass will be donated to a very special banding cause...


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Details announced of final JSVB concert

October 17, 2015
Details have been announced for the final James Shepherd Versatile Brass concert performance.


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Final coda reached for JSVB

September 13, 2015
The final musical coda has been reached for James Shepherd Versatile Brass — with the announcement of their final ever concert.


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Eager wait for JSVB Renaissance

September 12, 2014
The famous James Shepherd Versatile Brass ensemble will be releasing their first new commercial recording for 30 years later this month.


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Versatile composers wanted...

July 01, 2014
The world famous James Shepherd Versatile Brass group is looking for innovative composers to write for them.


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New MD takes the reins at JSVB

April 30, 2014
The experienced Martyn Evans joins a famous list of conductors to lead the equally famous James Shepherd Versatile Brass group.


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Web link for JSVB

December 31, 2013
The famous James Shepherd Versatile Brass ensemble has a 21st century presence to reach out to their global fans.


James Shpeherd

Triumphant return for JSVB

July 10, 2013
One of the most famous names in banding has made a triumphant concert return.




Flowers

Flowers stars to inspire next generation

September 16 • The Oxfordshire & District Brass Bands Association will host a special youth workshop with members of Flowers Band — so get along.


Royston

Balsom return to Royston gains BBC coverage

September 16 • Award winning trumpeter recently returned to her brass banding roots as she prepared for her final concert appearance at the Last Night of the Proms.


Red Admiral

Live stream for Red Admiral watching

September 16 • If you can't make it to the Red Admiral Entertainment contest later this month you can sit back an enjoy it at home instead.


BBE Podcast

Brass Band Podcast Season 2: The Next Generation

September 16 • The second season of BBE's popular podcast series returns exploring the themes of the future of brass bands, leadership, and music-making.


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


Dobcross Silver Band - Milnrow Band

Sunday 21 September • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Haverhill Silver Band

September 17 • Haverhill Silver Band (Championship Section) seeks a FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). This is a superb opportunity to join East Anglia's premier brass band for the L&SC area contest, the Senior Cup, Whit Friday and beyond.


Cheltenham Silver Band

September 16 • Required:. Musical Director : Cheltenham Silver Academy Band Following the relocation of our current conductor we are looking for a progressive, passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Academy Band, and to support our continued improvement.


Chinnor Silver

September 16 • We need a Bass player (either Bb or Eb) and a percussionist to join our happy team! The band is promoted to the first section in 2026 and were also 2025 Second section National Finalists. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in our own bandroom in Chinnor


Alan Widdop


Conductor, Brass teacher, Adjudicator (ABBA)


               

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