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World Rankings: December update

December 20, 2009
Cory Band remains at the top of the latest World of Brass – 4barsrest Rankings despite finishing in third place at the recent Brass in Concert Championship.


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Cory announce return of sop star

December 01, 2009
One of the most famous soprano players in Welsh banding history has returned to Cory.


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Cory hit by Swine Flu

October 31, 2009
Reigning champions preperation for Brass in Concert hit by outbreak of Swine Flu.


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Cory principal steps down

October 28, 2009
After 20 years as top man, Ian Williams will step down at end of year to be replaced by Black Dyke's Tom Hutchinson.


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World Rankings: October update

October 27, 2009
Cory Band remains well ahead of the chasing pack in the World of Brass – 4barsrest.com Rankings, despite missing out on its bid for a historic 'grand slam' in London last weekend.


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Cory add Bergerault to the ranks

October 13, 2009
Not a new player, but a new team of percussion equipment for World Champions.


Advert: Cory set for St Helens

October 03, 2009
The band that is winning everything before it at the moment, Cory is heading to St Helens in Merseyside.


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World Rankings: August/September update

September 18, 2009
The latest World of Brass – 4barsrest.com Rankings see Cory Band consolidate its position at the top.


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What the judges thought about the top three

September 13, 2009
This is what the three men in the box wrote about Cory's winning performance, Black Dyke and Grimethorpe.


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More glory for Cory

September 04, 2009
Dr Robert Childs and Cory pick up more awards — this time in their homeland.


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Childs delight at World win

July 15, 2009
Cory's MD tells of his delight at their World Championship success in Kerkrade.


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World Rankings: June/July update

July 05, 2009
The latest World of Brass – 4barsrest Rankings show some significant movements following the English National Championships at Preston last weekend.


Podcasts

Cory & Wycliffe Gordon podcast

June 25, 2009
4BR's latest podcast production is up and ready for you to enjoy — as we enjoy the great Wycliffe Gordon and the Cory Band.


Wycliffe Gordon

Gordon set for Cory debut

June 18, 2009
4BR talks to trombone star Wycliffe Gordon and MD Robert Childs ahead of Cory's 125th Anniversary Concert in Cardiff this weekend.


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World Rankings: Late May update

May 29, 2009
The latest World of Brass – 4barsrest Rankings show few changes of position near the top following May's busy month of contesting.


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Student help for Cory Euro success

May 16, 2009
Cory can thank their student fraternity for winning the European title in Belgium a few weeks back.


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World Rankings: May update

May 07, 2009
Latest World of Brass – 4barsrest.com World Rankings following last weekend's European Championships.


Pritchard

Seventh heaven for Pritchard

May 07, 2009
Cory's recent win at the European may have been their third, but for percussionist Gavin Pritchard it was his 7th — in seven attempts.


Remarks sheet

What the judges said...

May 05, 2009
They didn't say much with Cory's win — but then again, there wasn't much wrong was there...


Childs

Childs delight at Euro double

May 05, 2009
4BR has spoken exclusively to Dr Robert Childs after he led Cory in their succesful defence of their European title.


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Cory ready for battle

April 29, 2009
4BR talks to Cory MD Robert Childs just 36 hours before he leads his band into European battle.


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Childs delight at Welsh Award

April 16, 2009
Dr Robert Childs has spoken of his delight at winning the prestigious Welsh Guild of Music Award.


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Welsh Award for Cory

April 15, 2009
European Champions and their MD gain prestigious Welsh Music Guild Award


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Rankings: March update

March 27, 2009
The latest World of Brass – 4barsrest Rankings show few changes at the top following the recent round of ‘Area’ contests, with only Rothwell and Tredegar moving significantly in the top 20.


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Rankings: January/February update

March 03, 2009
The latest World of Brass – 4barsrest Rankings see few changes near the very top following the first leg of the contest season.




Alison Balsom OBE

Mail headline highlights depressing attitudes towards female performers

August 30 • The decision of multiple award winning trumpet player Alison Balsom to retire from the concert stage has been met with an awful objectifying Daily Mail headline.


mORTIMER tROPHY

Mortimer Maestro Trophy ready for a new home

August 30 • For the 35th time this year a Mortimer Maestro Trophy will be presented to the conductor of the British Open Champion.


Mental Health

Crofton to continue support for mental health awareness with new project

August 30 • Yorkshire band takes a proactive approach to mental health wellbeing series of initiatives around their music making.


Brett Baker

Final touches in place for Baker heroics

August 30 • Brett Baker's latest solo CD release will be available at the Royal Albert Hall.


Dobcross Silver Band - Yorkshire Imperial Band

Sunday 31 August • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Petworth Town Band

August 30 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for BASS TROMBONE, CORNET and TUBA. We are an active band with a full calendar of engagements and are led by our inspirational MD Paula Streeter. We would welcome new players to join our band


Enderby Band

August 30 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire, Championship section) seek: . 2nd EUPHONIUM, Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). . We are an ambitious, friendly band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


Stretford Band

August 30 • Our community based Stretford Band (Manchester) needs YOU! We are looking for enthusiastic bass, trombone and percussion players or any player who fancies a relaxed blow without the pressure of competition. No auditions. Good fun guaranteed. . .


Paul Andrews


Conductor, Band trainer, Adjudicator, Instrument Repairer - Brasstoff


               

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