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Cory

Cory stars to lead Low Brass Day at HQ

May 31, 2024
Glyn Williams and Tommy Tynan will lead a bespoke Low Brass Day at the band's headquarters in August.


Thomas

Death of Jeff Thomas

May 26, 2024
4BR has been informed of the passing of the much respected former flugel horn player of Cory Band.


Cory White

Cory and White lead summer releases from World of Brass

April 19, 2024
A pair of blue riband recordings from Cory Band and horn star Sheona White will herald a series of major summer releases on the World of Brass recording label.


Tom Hutchinson

Hutchinson ready for busy schedule

April 10, 2024
A busy period of playing beckons for the Besson star as he prepares to head to Melton, Cardiff, Lithuania, Italy and Scotland over the next couple of months.


King Kong

King Kong set for Euro rampage

March 08, 2024
Cory Band will bring their King Kong set to the European Championship Gala Concert in Palanga.


Tommy Tynan

Tynan to take off to Oz

February 28, 2024
Cory tuba star Tommy Tynan will be heading to Australia in a few weeks time to play with Brisbane Excelsior Band at the National Championships.


Cory

New euph and baritone look at Cory

February 15, 2024
There is a new look to the euphonium and baritone section at Cory Band ahead of their major championship challenges.


Stephen Sykes

Sykes signs for Cory

February 12, 2024
After enjoying his recent high profile concert appearances Stephen Sykes has now been appointed solo trombone at Cory Band.


Cory

Cory add to double Reading success

February 07, 2024
The first concert instalment of the British Bandsman Concert Series got off to a great start in Reading with a double dose of Cory entertainment to keep young and old happy.


Helen Williams

Adams add Williams to artist line-up

February 02, 2024
Helen Williams has become an endorsing artist with Adams Musical Instruments.


Cory

Cory double header kicks off Reading concert series

February 02, 2024
You can hear Cory not once but twice in a day in Reading as they kick-off the British Bandsman Concert Series under Philip Harper.


Cory

Cory stars to inspire youth in Berkshire

January 31, 2024
Philip Harper and players from the Cory Band will spearhead a great day of brass playing at Berkshire Music Trust next month — and its open to all.


Cory

Cory seeks votes for Composition prize

January 22, 2024
You can vote on your favourite from the four finalists of the seventh RWCMD Cory Composition competition.


Cory

Cory duo claim home awards

January 17, 2024
Tommy Tynan and Steve Jones pick up well deserved accolades for their outstanding contributions to the band.


Thomas Cory

Thomas trio leave Cory with immediate effect

January 05, 2024
Chris, Sue and Daniel Thomas resign from the former world number 1 ranked band.


British Bandsman series

Cory double helping to open British Bandsman Concert Series

December 15, 2023
The Welsh entertainers will be heading to Reading in February for a double header concert appearance to kick start ambitious series.


King Kong

King Kong is coming...

November 28, 2023
We speak with Philip Harper as Cory prepare to tackle King Kong in the heart of Birmingham this weekend.


King Kong

Multibuy option to enjoy King Kong

November 27, 2023
There is an extra opportunity to enjoy Cory's 'King Kong' premiere in Birmingham this weekend.


King Kong

Cory set to go caroling with King Kong in Brum...

November 22, 2023
Philip Harper and his band will be giving the premiere of the first part of their reimagining of 'A Christmas Carol' with the imposing help of King Kong...


Dan Thomas

Thomas returns to Besson

October 28, 2023
Euphonium star Dan Thomas has returned to become a Besson Performance Artist.


Cory

Cory set for residency return

October 06, 2023
Cory will make a long awaited return to the RWCM&D in Cardiff this weekend — inspiring the next generation of youngsters along the way.


Cory

RWCMD Cory Band Composition Prize finalists announced

September 21, 2023
Works by French, American, Welsh and Finnish composers will look to claim the RWCMD Cory Band Composition Prize 2023.


Glyn Williams

Glyn Williams joins Adams Brass

July 28, 2023
The acclaimed euphonium star signs up with Adams Musical Instruments


Cory

Interview with Philip Harper

July 22, 2023
We talk to Philip Harper about his latest concert project — and a new 3 year take on a classic tale of Charles Dickens.


Cory Trilogy

Cory to launch trilogy programme

July 12, 2023
A re-imagining of Charles Dickins' classic 'A Christmas Carol' will form the triptych chapters for Cory's new three year concert programme initiative.




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. . .


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