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Death of Jimmy Thompson

September 27, 2019
The death has been announced of one of the great figures of North East banding.


Flowers

Death of Jimmy McNestry

April 10, 2019
The death has been announced of the highly respected Ever Ready bandsman Jimmy McNestry


Geneva

Reg Vardy gain Geneva boost

April 03, 2019
A trio of Reg Vardy players will be performing on brand new Oldroyd Cardinal instruments...


bOB

Reg Vardy notch up half century of National qualifications

March 27, 2019
The Reg Vardy Band will had to the Albert Hall for a 50th time later this year — but without their inspirational Band Chairman to give them their pep talk...


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to lead Area spotlight

March 12, 2019
The Reg Vardy band will be opening its doors this weekend to showcase their Area preparations with help from a couple of friends.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy final regional appeal fails

June 04, 2018
An independent Appeals Panel has rejected Reg Vardy's final appeal against the decision to disqualify them from the 2018 North of England Regional Championship.


Albert

Reg Vardy vow to fight on against against disqualification 'punishment'

April 26, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band will present their case to the Kapitol Appeals Panel after Area disqualification is upheld by North of England Regional Committee.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to appeal against disqualification

March 29, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band has confirmed that it will appeal against the decision to disqualify them from the 2018 North of England Regional Championship.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy disqualified from Area Championship

March 28, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band has been disqualified from its runner-up position at the recent North of England Regional Championship due to a player registration infringement.


RAH

Reg Vardy notches up 50th Albert Hall qualification

March 21, 2018
Although they were unable to add another Area title to their CV, Reg Vardy will head to the Royal Albert Hall for a 50th time later this year


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy trio boosts the Area ranks

March 14, 2018
Reg Vardy will head to the North of England Regional Championship boosted by a trio of new arrivals.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy open up on their regional Odyssey

March 13, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band will be holding an open rehearsal on Friday ahead of their Area appearance in Durham


rUSSELL gARY

Reg Vardy add new signings as they showcase Gallery prep work

October 11, 2017
There are a number of new signings in the Reg Vardy ranks as they get ready for their Gallery opening at the Royal Albert Hall.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to show off their Doctor's papers

September 05, 2017
The Reg Vardy Band will be providing a sneak preview of their Doctor Martin Contest programme later this week.


Swan Lake

Reg Vardy to give early reflections on Swan Lake

May 07, 2017
Reg Vardy will be showcasing their Swan Lake preparations ahead of Blackpool.


Gala Theatre

Reg Vardy lead test-piece preview event

March 02, 2017
Reigning North of England champion to lead special Area test-piece showcase ahead of Durham challenges.


Students

Reg Vardy stars help next generation

January 18, 2017
Players from Reg Vardy Band have been using their experience to help the next generation of talented local brass band players.


Phillip Tait

Reg Vardy thank Tait for principal services

January 13, 2017
Reg Vardy Band has thanked former principal cornet player Phillip Tait as he moves to Brighouse & Rastrick.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to showcase Brass in Concert programme

November 15, 2016
Local favourites to be joined by the wonderful Elland Youth Band ahead of their Brass in Concert challenge.


Lone Wolf

Reg Vardy showcase their Wolf

October 05, 2016
North of England champions to showcase their 'Lone Wolf' preparations ahead of Royal Albert Hall.


Russell Gray

Reg Vardy ever ready for title defence

September 07, 2016
Reg Vardy to hold open rehearsal ahead of their hat-trick seeking Dr Martin challenge on the weekend.


Ever Ready

Ever Ready to return to the limelight

August 30, 2016
One of the most evocative names in banding will return to the banding world as 14 years of Reg Vardy support comes to an end.


rEG vARDY

Wheeler takes up residence at Reg Vardy

June 27, 2016
Brenden Wheeler will combine his high level Army duties in Harrogate with the post of Resident Conductor at the Reg Vardy Band.


Reg VARDY

Reg Vardy to reveal Cambridge exam prep

March 09, 2016
The defending North of England champion will be opening their doors to showcase their Cambridge Variations prep work — with a bit of help from Phileas Fogg...


Reg VARDY

Reg Vardy to showcase Skegness prep

January 13, 2016
The Reg Vardy Band is holding an open rehearsal ahead of its Butlins Mineworkers Challenge.




Winter Gardens, Blackpool

Coverage: North West Regionals Championships

February 23 • Coverage of the 2025 North West Regionals championships from Winter Gardens, Blackpool.


Test Pieces

4BR Area coverage

February 22 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox has confirmed a different approach to coverage of the Regional Championship events.


Blackpool

North West Area line-ups

February 21 • The bands will put their final preparations in place ahead of their performances in Blackpool on Sunday.


John Wallace

Wallace presented with SBBA Outstanding Achievement Award

February 21 • John Wallace CBE has been presented with the 'Outstanding Achievement Award' by the Scottish Brass Band Association.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal College of Music Sackbut Ensemble

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Welsh Guards

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Newstead Brass - Midlands Championships Preview Evening

Sunday 23 February • Summit Centre . Kirkby in Ashfield . Nottinghamshire NG17 7LL


Contest: North West Regional Championships

Sunday 23 February • Winter Gardens Complex, Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HU


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 28 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

February 20 • Reading Band still needs LOWER BRASS for the 4th section contest at Stevenage on Saturday 15th March! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Boarshurst Silver Band

February 17 • Boarshurst Silver Band, NW Championship Section, requires a BBb player, flugel, and front row cornet player. Under MD Jamie Prophet, the band have an ambitious and varied calendar for 2025, including NW Area, Spring Festival and Whit Friday.


Mid Rhondda Band

February 14 • Mid Rhondda Band are looking for the following players : Front Row Cornet, Solo Trombone, Eb Bass, Kit and Tuned Percussionists. The band will be competing in the 3rd Section at the Welsh Area. Contest & concert engagements in the diary for 2025


Alwyn Green

LRAM, LTCL
Conductor, composer, arranger, adjudicator, teacher and soloist


               

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