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Elland

Elland add to the tuba team

June 20, 2021
Sarah Billard is the latest addition to the Yorkshire top section band's line-up as they continue to work on all fronts for the return to action.


Elland

Elland look for help after flood damage

May 16, 2021
4BR talks to Samantha Harrison as the Elland Silver Band organisation looks to quickly recover after a burst pipe floods their bandroom and causes thousands of pounds worth of damage.


Vicar

Tuba mirum...

May 03, 2021
Reverend Canon Hilary Barber sounds the tuba amid the magnificent architecture of Halifax Minster...


Elland

Elland gain extra Canon fire power

April 27, 2021
The Reverend Canon Hilary Barber has become the Yorkshire band's President and potential new tuba star...


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About blooming time...

March 03, 2021
Spring is in the air and the beautiful crocuses could well herald a resurgence in activity once again for brass bands over the next few months...


Elland Silver

On the blank stones of the landing...

February 11, 2021
Photographer Lorne Campbell and Sam Harrison of Elland Silver Band mark the anniversary of the death of the great American poet Sylvia Plath


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Virtual festive reprise from Elland

December 21, 2020
You can enjoy a Cracker of a great festive concert from the Elland Silver Band organisation.


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On-line Oscars at Elland

May 21, 2020
Not even the Coronavirus pandemic can stop the Elland Band from dressing to impress at their annual awards night.


Elland

Report & Results: 2019 Elland Silver 30th Anniversary Slow Melody & Quartet & Duet Contest

June 25, 2019
There was a wonderful display of musical talent on show in Elland on the weekend


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Elland Solo & Quartet Contest still open for entries

June 05, 2019
The popular Elland Solo & Quartet Contest still has a few places to fill...


Oscars

Oscar winners enjoy Blackpool experience with Elland

May 24, 2019
Elland Silver Band held its own Oscar ceremony in Blackpool recently.


Huddersfield

Elland to host Yorkshire preview

February 21, 2019
If you want to hear each of the Area test-pieces ahead of the Yorkshire Area then now is your chance...


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Elland to mark solo anniversary with revamp

January 23, 2019
The 30th Elland Silver Band Slow Melody contest will get a revamp as it continues to inspire brass and percussion players to enjoy themselves...


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Elland strengthen backroom team

September 02, 2018
Elland Silver Band has ensured that it has a great deal of backroom support to keep building on its success.


Trophies

Report & Results: 2018 Elland Silver Band Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet

July 08, 2018
There was plenty of fine music making on show at Elland's annual event — led by some talented youngsters.


David Trevor Shutt

New President at Elland

May 31, 2018
David Trevor Shutt — Baron Shutt of Greetland, OBE, PC has become the new President of the Elland Silver Band organisation.


Elland

Every little helps for Elland

February 05, 2018
Elland Silver Band gains a bagful of cash from Tesco's community grant scheme.


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Elland to host free workshop with help from Cory stars

December 06, 2017
A grant from the Norman Jones Fund has enabled Elland Silver Band to run a free workshop day with a little bit of help from the stars of Cory Band.


Percusison

Elland get a great grant HIT

December 01, 2017
Elland Silver Band will be able to inspire more youngsters about percussion thanks to a grant award form Calderdale Council.


Elland

More spirited success for Elland Silver

October 04, 2017
Prior to their recent Bolsover Festival of Brass success, Elland Silver Band picked up yet another award for their brilliant community arts work.


Elland

Elland invest in youth for top man role

July 25, 2017
17 year old Ben Jarvis becomes the new principal cornet of Yorkshire top flight Band Elland Silver.


Sam Harrison

Harrison to take on new Elland roles

July 12, 2017
The highly respected Sam Harrison steps down as principal cornet of Elland Silver to concentrate on new roles within the organisation.


Elland Silver

Elland open the right Oscar envelops to mark success

March 28, 2017
Elland Silver Band enjoyed a smashing night out in a local Greek restaurant to present their annual Oscar awards.


Elland Silver

Elland set for memorable 2017

January 02, 2017
Elland Silver Band is eager to find out what 2017 has in store as they make their top flight debut at Yorkshire Area.


Martin Hindle

Death of Martin Hindle

July 10, 2016
4BR has been informed of the death of the respected Yorkshire bandsman Martin Hindle.




4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


Ashley DIXON

Ashley's life affirming donation

September 2 • The Foden's baritone player Ashley Dixon has donated her life giving stem cells to help a father of two children.


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


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


Jonathan Pippen


Conductor, Adjudicator, Trombone Soloist & Clinician


               

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