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Matt Ford

Foden's tune up on return with Ford

August 17, 2018
Foden's returned from their summer break by linking up with Big Band singer Matt Ford


Firth

Firth maintains national interest a century after death

August 05, 2018
The remarkable, yet tragic musical life of former Foden's principal cornet Edwin Firth continues to hold a fascination for the National press.


Foden's

Double player boost for Foden's

July 25, 2018
Foden's fill solo cornet and solo baritone vacancies with experienced new signings.


Frth

Firth cornet continues to sound on national stage

July 23, 2018
The great Edwin Firth's cornet continues to create media interest and a wonderful sound 100 years after its owners tragic death.


Morrison

Foden's offer two free tickets to see The Wizard of Oz

July 11, 2018
If you want to get along and see the great James Morrison in action at the RNCM in Manchester this weekend, then all you have to do is answer a simple Foden's quiz question.


Mike Lovatt

The Brass Show: Mike Lovatt

July 07, 2018
Iwan Fox and the Brass Show gets to meet the great Mike Lovatt in action on his latest CD project with Foden's Band


Morrison

We're off to play with the Wizard, the wonderful wizard of Oz...

July 04, 2018
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Mark Wilkinson of Foden's Band about their forthcoming concert appearance with James Morrison.


Mike Lovatt

56 degrees and hotter for Lovatt and Foden's

July 01, 2018
It may be hotter than a match head in the city as the Lovin' Spoonful used to sing — but the playing of trumpeter Mike Lovatt has sent it north of boiling point with his CD recording with Foden's Band


Foden's

Plenty of prizes to play for at Foden's annual Solo, Duet & Quartet contest day

June 23, 2018
There really is something to play for at Foden's annual contest — from the youngest to the oldest and all stops in between — including a great new family duet category...


Mark Wilkinson

The sound of Firth restored to former glory

June 12, 2018
The work of Paul Andrews at Brass Toff and the playing talent of Mark Wilkinson has helped recall memories of the sound of the great Foden's cornet player Edwin Firth.


Matt Ford

Foden's to swing it again with Ford

June 06, 2018
Foden's will renew their swing time musical partnership with big band singer Matt Ford this weekend.


Whit Friday sign

Report & Results: 2018 Whit Friday (Tameside)

May 26, 2018
Foden's claim the honours for a 17th time in Tameside on a day of fine competitive music making around the area


eDWIN fIRTH

Foden's greatest cornet player to be honoured

May 24, 2018
Exactly 100 years after his death the memory and talent of the great Edwin Firth will be recalled by Foden's Band in a series of special events.


Foden's

Foden's stars inspire in Wales

May 15, 2018
Stars of Foden's Band inspired players aged 11 to 70 on their recent workshop day trip to Abergele.


isobel daws

BBC Radio 2 Young Brass Award to be decided

April 20, 2018
Four talented young musicians will battle to be crowned the BBC Radio 2 Young Brass Award winner tonight in Manchester.


Foden

Cross border inspiration for Foden's

April 17, 2018
Star players from Foden's Band will head across Offa's Dyke later this month to lead a workshop day with in Abergele.


Bach

Foden's opt for Bach on Brussels in Birmingham

April 16, 2018
The Swiss conductor Michael Bach will link up with Foden's for their British Open appearance later this year.


Open

Foden's launch heritage website with golden memories

March 28, 2018
The unique history of one of the most famous names in world banding has been preserved for future generations to explore and enjoy.


fodens

Foden's add Hirst expertise to their line-up

March 21, 2018
Foden's have announced that Carole Hirst has become the band's Strategic Arts Funding Advisor.


James Morrison

Foden's set for Morrison quartet link

March 13, 2018
Foden's has announced that they will appear alongside the famous James Morrison Quartet at the RNCM in Manchester in July.


Winter Gardens

Report & Results: 2018 North West Regional Championships: Championship Section

February 25, 2018
Foden's make it an imposing hat-trick in Blackpool with Leyland and pre-qualified Fairey in London.


jOHN bARBER

Foden's give Patrons a sneak preview ahead of Area Odyssey

February 24, 2018
The defending North West Champion made sure their loyal supporters gained a sneak preview of their Area preparations at their recent Patrons' Concert.


Firth

Firth instruments to be restored for commemorative events

February 02, 2018
Two instruments that belonged to one of the greatest cornet players of banding history will be restored to their former glory in time for the 100th anniversary of their owner's tragic death.


Liz Lane

Tide, Time, Foden's and Rosicrucianism inspire new work

January 25, 2018
Composer Liz Lane has explored her family history, famous Foden's victories and the esoteric cultural beliefs of 17th century Rosicrucianism for her new major work to be premiered at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend.


Medals

Foden's to search for lost treasures of the past

January 20, 2018
Foden's is hoping to locate 376 medals presented to the players who won 16 British Open and National titles between them in the band's golden era of historic success.




4BR Preview

4BR Review — Episode 9

October 7 • Join the conversion with your views and opinions about the Royal Albert Hall National Final — who you think may win and what you feel should be done to secure its future.


the cooperation band

Half century mark for cooperation players

October 7 • Keith Johnstone and Ray Munday have just notched up 50 years of outstanding service to the brass band movement — with an appearance at the Albert Hall to help with the celebrations.


Hindmarsh

Heaton spotlight on Radio 3

October 7 • The life and music of Wilfred Heaton will be discussed by author Paul Hindmarsh on Radio 3's flagship arts programme 'In Tune' next Monday.


Smith and Grezzy

Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass

October 7 • The new podcast episode from Sandy Smith and Simon Gresswell is now out.


Regent Hall Concerts - Stately Brass Quintet

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Academy Symphonic Brass

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Autumn Concert

Saturday 11 October • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Contest: National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain

Saturday 11 October • The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 14 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Welwyn Garden City Band

October 6 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied Christmas season ahead. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Tewit Silver Band

October 4 • Principal Eb Bass. Our established bass section are looking for a strong leader to elevate their performance - could that be you? We have an exciting contest schedule including the Scottish Open and and full set of new Besson basses!


Tewit Silver Band

October 4 • Principal Eb Bass. Our established bass section are looking for a strong leader to elevate their performance - could that be you? We have an exciting contest schedule including the Scottish Open and and full set of new Besson basses!


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