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Desford in action

Desford's pink tribute

October 19, 2012
Desford will take to the stage at the Albert Hall with a slightly different uniform this year.


Desford in Singapore

Desford set for Asian Explosion

June 01, 2012
Desford are on their way to Singapore to take part once more in the Brass Explosion Festival with friends James Morrison and Steven Mead.


Watson

Desford pay Watson tribute

February 08, 2011
Desford pay tribute to former conductor James Watson.


Cutt

Cutt above the rest

October 06, 2010
Desford are enjoying teaming up with Garry Cutt for their National assault on the weekend.


Desford

Desford explode in the East

June 17, 2010
Desford's latest Far East tour proves to be a huge success — with plans for a visit to China in the future.


Marzella

Marzella heads to the Far East

May 26, 2010
Baritone star set to perform in the Far East with Desford this week.


Desford

Desford duet

May 12, 2010
Two Desford players to engage in a bit of marriage music.


Desford

Thriller in Manilla for Desford

April 14, 2010
Long haul trip for Desford as they head to the Far East and Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines for 10 day tour under Jason Katsikaris.


Money

2010 Money List

March 30, 2010
After the mad month of March, Desford remains on top of the money making tree for 2010, although rivals are starting make their mark.


Ward

New resident on the Ward

February 25, 2010
John Ward takes up appointment as resident conductor with Desford Colliery.


Gourlay

Gourlay to Open for Desford

June 09, 2009
Desford to team up with James Gouraly for British Open and National Finals.


Desford

Desford set for Masters Gala Concert.

May 12, 2009
Reigning champions Desford Colliery to head 21st celebrations at Masters.


Desford

Kat's whiskers for Desford

May 08, 2009
Champions opt for Jason Katsikaris for All England Masters International title defence.


Cumby

Cumby delight

January 22, 2009
The Butlins Best Soloist talks exclusively to 4BR about her delight at winning the Geoff Dove Award – as well her interesting background and entry into the mysterious world of top section brass banding…


Britt

Britt ends tenure at Desford

November 10, 2008
Desford soprano star Martin Britt calls time after 12 memorable years.


Davoren

Phoenix Nights for Desford

October 02, 2008
Masters Champions team up with composer Tom Davoren to raise a Phoenix from the flames.


Desford

Desford up for auction

July 15, 2008
Masters and Mineworkers Champs up for sale — all for a great twin cause.


Desford principal tuba prize

May 29, 2008
Jonathan Truscott wins prestigious RAFMS competition.


Desford

Desford delight

May 27, 2008
Three major victories in 2008 sees contesting delight at Desford.


corn exchange cambridge

Results: 2008 International Masters

May 25, 2008
Results from the 2008 All England Masters International from the Corn Exchange, Cambridge.


Russell

Russell heads for Desford

May 20, 2008
Brisbane XLCR Principal to make Desford debut at Masters.


Desford

Desford make it two out of two

March 13, 2008
It's two out of two for Desford in 2008 as the Midlanders take the regional title for a 13th time.


Desford

Divine double delight for Desford

January 21, 2008
Desford retains its Mineworkers title with some divine inspiration.




Italian Brass Band

Italian Brass Band enhances profile to Rome banding public

January 18 • The Italian Brass Band continues to provide an increasingly popular profile in the Eternal City.


Purcell School

Purcell School to introduce new industry pathway qualification

January 18 • The RSL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Music Industries will help students gain the experience and qualification to succeed in professional careers.


Cory

Cory set for Orbital premiere

January 18 • A visit from the composer Richard Blackford and conductor Martyn Brabbins adds to the levels of preparation ahead of eagerly anticipated world premiere at RNCM Festival.


Whitburn

Whitburn awards youth and experience

January 18 • The Scottish champion presents its annual awards to players of all ages and experience who have done their bit to keep the organisation at the top of their game.


Regent Hall Concerts - The January Band

Friday 23 January • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


East London Brass

January 16 • CORNET PLAYER - looking ahead to the 2026 contest season, ELB are looking for a cornet player to complete our line up. The band is ambitious and keen to further our successful 2025 season of winning the areas and promotion at spring festival.


Enderby Band

January 16 • Following our 2nd place finish at the LBBA winter contest and recent promotion to the Senior Cup for the 2026 Spring Festival, we are looking for a SOLO CORNET, a BBb BASS and PERCUSSIONISTS to complete our friendly and hardworking team.


Petworth Town Band

January 15 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for CORNETS, BASS TROMBONE and TUBA. We are a very active band with concerts and engagements planned throughout the year.


Lt Col David Barringer MBE

BMus (Hons)
Conductor and adjudicator


               

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