News / Derwent Brass
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Derwent delight at dream team appointments
September 20, 2018
Jack Capstaff and Mark David will lead the artistic future for Derwent Brass.
Derwent to whisper fond adieu to Emeritus Leonard
August 30, 2018
Two world premieres will help bid Keith Leonard a fond farewell after 25 years at the helm of Derwent Brass.
New troms at Derwent Brass
August 24, 2018
The experienced duo of Richard Walker and Malcolm Portman join the trombone ranks of Derwent Brass,
Leonard retires after 25 years of innovative leadership
March 23, 2018
Keith Leonard has announced his retirement as MD after 25 years of service with Derwent Brass.
Derwent welcomes new euph signing
January 20, 2018
Derwent Brass has welcomed the signing of James Emberley on euphonium.
Eden offers Meditation for Remembrance
November 04, 2017
Composer Matt Eden has worked alongside Derwent Brass to bring a timely reminder of the ultimate sacrifice of those who fought at the horrific Battle of Passchendaele.
Muted silver anniversary celebrations for Derwent
October 04, 2017
Derwent Brass celebrate their 25th anniversary quietly with their latest presents...
Back row bolsters at Derwent
September 29, 2017
Two new cornet signings help add talent and experience to Derwent Brass.
New flugel signing at Derwent
August 04, 2017
Derwent Brass has announced the signing of Catherine Johnston on flugel horn.
Heavens Gates to open for Derwent and PLC
May 27, 2017
Derwent Brass will celebrate their 25th anniversary with a PLC work that takes its inspiration from on high.
Tales of Hoffman at Derwent
May 07, 2017
Euph player Martyn Hoffman has joined Derwent Brass in time for their Spring Festival appearance on 'Fragile Oasis' in Blackpool.
Derwent to help Macmillan charities
April 10, 2017
Derwent Brass will help support the fantastic work of local charities in a concert wit a very personal connection.
Derwent to increase the musical Pulse rate
April 05, 2017
Derwent Brass will premiere a new work by composer Mathew Eden this weekend for the Brass for Africa Charity — and it promises to be pulsating.
Derwent gets top Ranked cornet help
March 02, 2017
Derwent Brass will head to the Midlands Regional Championships boosted by some top ranked cornet help.
Derwent look to celebrate with musical innovation
February 09, 2017
Derwent Brass will celebrate its 25th anniversary with yet more innovative musical commissions — this time from Paul Lovatt-Cooper.
New tuba at Derwent
February 02, 2017
Derwent Brass welcomes a new tuba player to the ranks ahead of Midlands Area challenge.
Derwent go for Gold to support Brass for Africa
January 27, 2017
Derwent Brass has become the first English band to support the Brass for Africa charity with a Gold partnership.
Percussion return gives Derwent extra bang
October 18, 2016
The return of percussionist Lee Gilbert has given Derwent Brass a timely boost.
Derwent Brass welcome new cornet addition
June 09, 2016
Derwent Brass welcomes former Leicestershire Co-operative principal cornet player to their ranks.
Derwent signs new flugel
October 17, 2015
Derwent Brass has announced the signing of Richard Bates on flugel horn.
Derwent adds Hudson experience to cornet section
August 29, 2015
Derwent Brass has added the playing experience of Dan Hudson to their ranks.
Trombone duo add to Derwent strength
August 27, 2015
The signing of two new trombone players adds to the strength of Derwent Brass.
Derwent lose key Lock
June 05, 2015
After 11 years of outstanding commitment, Derwent Brass says a fond farewell to repiano player Chris Lock.
New trom sounds at Derwent Brass
March 13, 2015
Derwent Brass has announced the signing of bass trombone player John Hickling.
