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Friary Brass

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.


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Friary set for 40th anniversary

September 21, 2023
Friary Brass will mark its 40th anniversary next month with a special celebratory concert.


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Church convert adds to Friary attractions

August 04, 2023
Friary Brass has been packing the pews with new brass band converts.


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Presidential prelude to Friary coronation concert tribute

July 01, 2023
Frairy Brass recently enjoyed their concert appearance in Surrey under new MD Nigel Taken.


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Friary add to baritone section

June 29, 2023
Albert Hall National Finalist signs the experienced Jonti Smith on first baritone.


Chris King

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.


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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


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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


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New addition to Friary ranks

August 11, 2022
Sam Noden is the latest addition to the line-up at Friary Brass.


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Friary thanks to Stevens

June 21, 2022
Friary Brass has thanked Chairperson and player Nigel Stevens as he steps down from joint roles.


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Friary announce new trombone lead

February 21, 2022
The experienced Neil Wharton has been appointed the new solo trombone at Friary Brass Band


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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.


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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.


Isobel Daws

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.


Player of the Year

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.


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Fresh air and Friary provide musical mix

September 15, 2021
Friary Brass has been getting into shape for the National Finals with another open air concert appearance.


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Westminster return for Friary

August 29, 2021
The London & Southern Counties Area champion return to concert action with a performance at an iconic local venue...


Isobel Daws

International success for Daws

October 12, 2020
Isobel Daws claims prestigious international trombone title to add to her CV of success.


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More bands say thanks and entertain...

May 02, 2020
Friary Brass Band, Meltham & Meltham Mills, and Carnoustie High School Brass Band provide extra entertainment and thanks during the lockdown...


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Friary offer Fraternity preview ahead of Grand Shield challenge

May 11, 2019
The London & Southern Counties champion will preview their Grand Shied preparations as they seek to claim British Open qualification.


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Rebrand for 5 time champion

March 21, 2019
The new name on the London & Southern Counties Regional Championship trophy is Friary Brass Band...




Alison Balsom OBE

Mail headline highlights depressing attitudes towards female performers

August 30 • The decision of multiple award winning trumpet player Alison Balsom to retire from the concert stage has been met with an awful objectifying Daily Mail headline.


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Mortimer Maestro Trophy ready for a new home

August 30 • For the 35th time this year a Mortimer Maestro Trophy will be presented to the conductor of the British Open Champion.


Mental Health

Crofton to continue support for mental health awareness with new project

August 30 • Yorkshire band takes a proactive approach to mental health wellbeing series of initiatives around their music making.


Brett Baker

Final touches in place for Baker heroics

August 30 • Brett Baker's latest solo CD release will be available at the Royal Albert Hall.


Dobcross Silver Band - Yorkshire Imperial Band

Sunday 31 August • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


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


Petworth Town Band

August 30 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for BASS TROMBONE, CORNET and TUBA. We are an active band with a full calendar of engagements and are led by our inspirational MD Paula Streeter. We would welcome new players to join our band


Enderby Band

August 30 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire, Championship section) seek: . 2nd EUPHONIUM, Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). . We are an ambitious, friendly band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


Stretford Band

August 30 • Our community based Stretford Band (Manchester) needs YOU! We are looking for enthusiastic bass, trombone and percussion players or any player who fancies a relaxed blow without the pressure of competition. No auditions. Good fun guaranteed. . .


Gary Davies


Conductor, Band Trainer, Adjudicator


               

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