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Desford at the Albert Hall in 2012

No Desford defence at Bedworth

February 20, 2013
Reigning Midlands champions to take time out and observe as they opt out of Nationals.


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.




Spring Festival

Run event reminder for Spring Festival

April 29 • Birmingham will be busy with runners on the Spring Festival weekend


Elgar Howarth

Howarth remembered

April 29 • The musical life and career of Elgar Howarth has been marked by a special programme on Radio 3.


Flowers

Media boost for Flowers after Linz triumph

April 29 • The Flowers Band are in media demand after being crowned European Champion — with a television spotlight tonight.


Saggers

Saggers writes for Portsmouth centenary celebration

April 29 • A new symphonic work for orchestra and 300 voices will help celebrate the centenary of Portsmouth's city status.


Newstead Brass - St George's Day Celebration

Saturday 25 April • St Wilfrid's Church. Church Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8LA


Newstead Brass - St George's Day Celebration

Saturday 25 April • St Wilfrid's Church. Church Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8LA


Regent Hall Concerts - Central Band of the Royal Air Force

Friday 1 May • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 3 May • St Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street SE10 9BJ


Regent Hall Concerts - FiveBy5 Trumpet Quintet

Tuesday 5 May • Charlton House and Gardens. Charlton Road, . London. . SE7 8RE


Tintwistle Band

April 28 • Tintwistle Band are looking for a Soprano and front row cornet players to help complete our team.. We rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle, and perform a variety of concerts all year round.


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

April 23 • Cleethorpes Band are seeking a Musical Director. The band rehearse on Thursday and Sunday evenings. Placed 3rd in the North of England 4th section contest. We are a registered charity and have a thriving training band.


Leicestershire Co-op Band

April 23 • SOLO HORN Vacancy. The Leicestershire Co-op Band (2nd Section National Finalists & 1st Section from 2027) have a vacancy for Solo Horn. We are an ambitious band with a healthy balance of contests and concerts, always striving for high musical standards.


Rob Nesbitt

BSc, PG Cert. Ed.
Cartoonist , illustrator, writer


               

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