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Friary additions as busy year unfolds
February 06, 2024
Friary Brass welcomes new players and a return to the concert stage as the 2024 starts to unfolds for Stevenage contenders.
New home for Friary
December 19, 2023
A new home offers added benefits to Friary Brass Band as they also say welcome and goodbye to players.
Christmas spirit flows for Friary
December 16, 2023
A trio of performances in a brewery, church and shopping centre round off a bust 2023 for Friary Brass Band.
Friary firecrackers....
November 11, 2023
Friary Brass added to the entertainment for the crowds at the world's largest Bonfire Night procession.
Friary add to horn line-up
October 18, 2023
Friary Brass has welcomed Morgan Marston to their horn section as they continue to add to their playing ranks.
Percussion addition at Friary ahead of National Final appearance
October 12, 2023
Martin Davies joins the percussion ranks of Friary Brass ahead of their Royal Albert Hall appearance next weekend.
Friary celebrate 40th anniversary with tributes
October 05, 2023
Friary Brass was joined by former MD, Chris King and Brighouse & Rastrick cornet star Tom Smith to help celebrate their anniversary in musical style.
Friary set for 40th anniversary
September 21, 2023
Friary Brass will mark its 40th anniversary next month with a special celebratory concert.
Church convert adds to Friary attractions
August 04, 2023
Friary Brass has been packing the pews with new brass band converts.
Presidential prelude to Friary coronation concert tribute
July 01, 2023
Frairy Brass recently enjoyed their concert appearance in Surrey under new MD Nigel Taken.
Friary add to baritone section
June 29, 2023
Albert Hall National Finalist signs the experienced Jonti Smith on first baritone.
King's reign ends at Friary
May 26, 2023
The 17 year partnership between Friary Brass and conductor Chris King has come to an end.
Friary latest to link with Musicwear
May 17, 2023
Friary Brass sported their new polo shirt look at the British Open Spring Festival in Blackpool last weekend — thanks to musicwearetc.co.uk
Friary marathon duo set eyes on Blackpool
April 26, 2023
After nearly five hours of sweat and sore feet its a trip to Blackpool next for Friary Band's intrepid marathon runners.
Marathon comings and goings at Friary
April 20, 2023
Two valued long term members leave as two others take to the road for a marathon effort to aid military charity.
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Concert arts crafted for contest challenges ahead for Friary
February 06, 2023
Friary Brass opened their 2023 season with a welcome return visit to the wonderful Victoria Hall as they look to craft qualifying performances at Stevenage and Blackpool to come.
Friary television media warm up for Brass in Concert
November 17, 2022
Friary Brass got an extra bit of high profile media exposure ahead of their Brass in Concert appearance this weekend.
Fond farewells and welcomes at Friary
September 15, 2022
Friary Brass Band says goodbye to Alex Sears as they welcome their new horn signing Kelly Harrison
New addition to Friary ranks
August 11, 2022
Sam Noden is the latest addition to the line-up at Friary Brass.
Friary thanks to Stevens
June 21, 2022
Friary Brass has thanked Chairperson and player Nigel Stevens as he steps down from joint roles.
Friary announce new trombone lead
February 21, 2022
The experienced Neil Wharton has been appointed the new solo trombone at Friary Brass Band
Friary supports Air Ambulance service
February 05, 2022
The festive carol playing of Friary Brass has helped keep a fantastic Air Ambulance service in the air.
Friary showcase arts and crafts
February 03, 2022
Friary Brass warmed up for their appearance at the UniBrass Championships Gala Concert with a well received Hampshire concert.
Daws claims Academy role
January 27, 2022
Trombone player Isobel Daws has won a position at the Berlin Philharmonic's prestigious Karajan Academy in Berlin.
2021 4BR Player of the Year
December 25, 2021
The superb Isobel Daws rounds off a memorable year of personal performances by becoming the 2021 4BR Player of the Year.
