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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


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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.


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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.




British Open

Spring Festival hotel deals available direct

May 16 • The British Open organisers are working with leading hotels in Birmingham to see them offer 2026 Spring Festival competitors exclusive deals.


bRITISH oPEN

British Open tickets on sale

May 16 • The box office will open at 10.00am on Friday 16th May for tickets for the 171st British Open Championship.


Open test

Study scores now available for Open test-piece

May 16 • If you want to make sure you have a better idea about what will be heard at Symphony Hall you can get your hands on a study score now.


Linz

Linz to welcome Euros in 2026

May 16 • The European Championships will return to Linz in 2026 — with tickets going on sale in October.


Barnsley Brass - Quiz Me Baby One More Time

Saturday 17 May • Worsbrough Miners Welfare. Park Road. Worsbrough Bridge. Barnsley S70 5LJ


Dobcross Silver Band - 150th Anniversary and reunion Concert

Sunday 18 May • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


The Hepworth Band - Albie Sugden Foundation Charity Concert

Saturday 24 May • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Ocean Brass - Segalula A Capella

Saturday 31 May • Jubilee Hall, Little Shore Lane, Bishop's Waltham SO32 1ED


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


The Corsham Band

May 17 • We are looking for a MUSICAL DIRECTOR.. Corsham Band is a well-respected ensemble, adopting a hardworking ethic to their music-making. We are a dedicated and friendly team of enthusiastic musicians looking to rebuild and develop the band.


Uppermill Band

May 16 • VACANCY: Euphonium to complete our team!. Rehearsing Mon/Weds in Saddleworth. Progressive, forward-thinking band with a calendar of exciting gigs led by James Garlick (MD). . Highlights include: performing in a Netflix production & playing live film scores.


Mereside Brass

May 16 • MERESIDE BRASS have vacancies for PERCUSSION players. We are a friendly 4th Section band with a sensible calendar of jobs and socials. It would be great to hear from you if you would like to join the band or if you could help out when needed for concerts.


Stuart Black

BA (Hons) Music
Conductor, Teacher, Flugel soloist


               

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