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Monday interview with David Thornton
January 24, 2022
We speak to the MD of Grimethorpe Colliery Band and the conductor of the RNCM Brass Band about the repertoire they will perform at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend.
75 years of brass and coal
January 18, 2022
The national newspaper will hopefully remember the link between brass bands and the National Coal Board this weekend thanks to photographer Lorne Campbell.
Grimethorpe engages in fusion music making
August 31, 2021
'Surtaal Celebrates' offers the opportunity to join musical forces with Grimethorpe, RSVP Bhangra and other leading musicians around the globe.
Media light shines on recovery support
April 06, 2021
Brass bands have managed to get a bit more media spotlight...
4BR Monday Interview with Andrew Coe
April 05, 2021
4BR talks to Andrew Coe, the Band Manager of Grimethorpe Colliery Band to find out more about their award from the Cultural Recovery Fund and why it is essential to safeguarding their post Covid-19 future.
Grimethorpe Colliery Band gains Cultural Recovery support
April 02, 2021
The famous Yorkshire band also gains essential financial support as it plans its return to rehearsals, concerts and projects over the coming months.
Interview with Liz Lane
March 11, 2021
4BR catches up with composer Liz Lane to find out more about her appointment as Composer in Association with Grimethorpe Colliery Band and her latest 'Bluebird' project.
Liz Lane takes flight with lead role at Grimethorpe
March 08, 2021
Grimethorpe Colliery Band appoint Liz Lane as their new Composer-in-Association as the latest 'Bluebird' composition takes flight.
Grimethorpe hope to add to festive joy
December 20, 2020
A reprise festive concert performance from Grimethorpe Colliery Band looks to add funds to the entertainment coffers.
Television boost for Grimethorpe appeal
December 18, 2020
Covid-19 spotlight on Grimethorpe as they appeal for Christmas Crowdfunder help.
Grimethorpe launches fund raising initiative
November 29, 2020
One of the world's most famous bands spearheads Crowdfunder appeal to raise vital funds.
New rep signing for Grimethorpe
November 21, 2020
Seb Williman joins Grimethorpe Colliery Band on repiano cornet from Fairey.
Generational pride in Remembrance
November 11, 2020
The Last Post was played across the nation today by musicians of all ages to remember the sacrifice of those who fought for our freedoms.
Grimethorpe dial up powerful connection with Locked down performance
October 05, 2020
Grimethorpe Colliery Band's link to a dance collaboration project makes a powerful melodramatic impact with arts critics.
Grimethorpe Hitch up to contemporary dance look at lockdown Wonderland
September 02, 2020
Grimethorpe's recording of 'Dial H for Hitchcock' is being used as part of a triptych of contemporary dance and ballet responses to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Grimethorpe held Spellbound by Bronte
July 05, 2020
An exciting new collaboration sees Grimethorpe Colliery Band bring Emily Bronte's 'Spellbound' poem to life...
No need to be Brassed Off next week...
April 10, 2020
The iconic brass band film will be screened on Film4 to compensate for Grimethorpe's Albert Hall appearance being cancelled.
Grimethorpe dial up new players and CD release
April 07, 2020
Stephanie Wilkins is the latest high profile signing at Grimethorpe as the band keeps busy in the transfer and CD market.
Crowther takes last playing bow with Grimethorpe
January 03, 2020
The remarkable Shaun Crowther has retired as solo Eb tuba at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
New euph chapter opens at Grimethorpe with Bokaris appointment
December 24, 2019
Australian euph star Adam Bokaris becomes the new solo euphonium at Grimethorpe as Michael Dodd takes a back seat role.
Millions enjoy Grimethorpe festive radio appearance
December 17, 2019
Millions of Radio 2 Monday morning listeners enjoyed the sound of Grimethorpe Colliery Band...
A golden generation of young players is being developed in Barnsley...
November 15, 2019
8 year old Oscar Paterson was an internet sensation when he gazed in wonder at Michael Dodd's gold euphonium — so now he's had the chance to give it a test drive too...
Grimethorpe help cover number 1 spot
November 05, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band has helped the Children in Need
Grimethorpe get it covered for Children in Need
October 29, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be helping raise millions of pounds for the BBC's annual Children in Need appeal this year
International Stamp of approval at Grimethorpe
October 22, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band makes musical link with leading American composer Dr Jack Stamp.
