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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...
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.
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.
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
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Foden's gain new lottery funding award
January 18, 2018
Foden's proactive approach to organisational development sees them secure funding from Arts Council England's National Lottery funded Catalyst programme.
Foden's to celebrate centenary of cornet great
December 23, 2017
A new work will be premiered by Foden's Band to celebrate the centenary of the death of the great cornet player Edwin Firth.
Foden's set up for Sandbach festive treats
December 06, 2017
Foden's will start their final round of Christmas concert appearances in their home town of Sandbach — with festive fun for everyone.
Foden's unearth a Midsummer gem from their proud history
December 05, 2017
A priceless manuscript score from a British Open victory nearly 100 years ago has been conserved by Foden's as part of their Heritage Lottery Fund project.
Foden's tour magical musical memories for Christmas
November 16, 2017
Foden's up coming tour with big band singer Matt Ford will come with the added bonus of picking up a stocking filler full of festive musical memories.
Foden's on a different planet ahead of Brass in Concert
November 09, 2017
Foden's have warmed up for their Brass in Concert appearance with an innovative partnership with the astrophysics department of Keele University
Report & Results: 2017 Foden's Solo, Duet & Quartet
November 04, 2017
Brilliant performances from the youngest to the oldest were on show at the recent Foden's Solo, Duet & Quartet
Foden's ready for Ford inspired festive tour
October 20, 2017
Foden's will be bringing plenty of festive cheer to their fans this year with a tour alongside big band singer Matthew Ford.
