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Besses

New Dean appointed at th' Barn

May 07, 2014
Dean Jones has been appointed the new Musical Director at Besses o' the' Barn Band.


Alan Wycherley

Wych way now for Besses?

March 20, 2014
Besses o'th' Barn are seeking a new MD following the departure of Alan Wycherley.


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Death of Michael Wildgust

July 27, 2013
The death has been announced of former Besses O' Th' Barn principal cornet player Michael Wildgust.


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New principal at Besses

July 19, 2013
Stephanie Coward has been appointed the new principal cornet at Besses O' Th' Barn Band.


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Murray to take top chair break

June 25, 2013
Jim Murray takes a break from Besses after an incredible 60 year association.


Wycherley

Wych way for Besses future

September 30, 2012
Former sop star Alan Wycherley takes the baton at one of the most famous banding names in the world.


Newsome

Newsome returns to Besses

January 21, 2011
Besses announce new musical appointments — including the return of the former British Open winning MD.


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Besses revival at Fleetwood

October 19, 2010
One of the most evocative names in banding is starting back on the winning track under their new MD, James Holt


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New MD at Besses

January 28, 2010
Besses O' th' Barn on a high as Lo becomes their new MD.


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Newsome to return to Besses

November 19, 2009
The famous duo of Roy Newsome and Besses o' th' Barn are to team up again — but only for Christmas.


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Besses part company with MD

October 08, 2009
Carl Whiteoak and Besses part company.


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Besses bring Christmas delight

December 11, 2008
Besses o' th' Barn have been doing their bit to make sure the spirit of Christmas has been brought to the masses.


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Besses search for conducting talent

October 02, 2008
Besses o' th' Barn Band are on the search for some of the best young conducting talent around. Any budding Alex Owen out there?


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Whiteoak new MD at Besses

September 16, 2008
Carl Whiteoak is the new MD at Besses o' th' Barn.


North

North departs from Besses

August 05, 2008
The partnership of John North and Besses has come to an end.


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Besses get modern

June 10, 2008
One of the most famous old band names in the world has become much more hip and trendy.


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Besses lokk forward to contesting return

May 08, 2008
After a difficult period of time, one of the most famous banding names is looking forward to a contesting return in Blackpool.


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Besses set for contest return

April 04, 2008
After their recent problems Besses o' th' Barn are getting set for their contest return.


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Besses success

March 13, 2008
Despite being unable to compete at the regional contest this yar Besses o' th' Barn's open day was a great success and promised much for the future.


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Besses open in reverse

March 06, 2008
Besses o' th' Barn will be opening its doors — but not until after the regionals in Blackpool.


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Barn Fire!

February 04, 2008
Not even a potential arsonist can stop Besses.




Band Supplies

Band Supplies at the British Open

September 6 • Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.


4BR Review

Recap on the 4BR British Open preview

September 6 • If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it gain ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.


Mead

Why not be a judge at the Open this year?

September 6 • If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.


Sterling instruments

Sterling return at British Open Championship

September 6 • A well respected instrument brand will make a welcome return at the British Open this year.


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


Crewe Brass

September 5 • We are looking for FLUGEL player to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.


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.


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

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