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Brothers

Sykes thrilled at Open return

September 08, 2017
Trombonist Stephen Sykes will be making his contest return at the British Open this weekend with Flowers Band


Emily Evans

Flowers make EE horn connection

August 28, 2017
The talented young horn star Emily Evans is the latest signing at Flowers ahead of their British Open challenge.


Lode Violet

Flowers to lead with Violet colouring

August 23, 2017
One of Europe's finest young talents has signed for Flowers to lead their British Open challenge on principal cornet.


David Childs

Flowers confirm Open leadership under Childs

August 08, 2017
David Childs has been confirmed as Principal Conductor at Flowers Band and will lead them at the British Open next month.


Andrew Smith

Smith puts family first as he retires from top role at Flowers

July 11, 2017
Andrew Smith has called time on his principal cornet role at Flowers Band


Signing

Flowers make Crompton signing

April 20, 2017
The experienced Carole Crompton takes on the solo baritone role at Flowers Band.


David Childs

Childs to assist with guest baton role with Flowers

April 12, 2017
Following the departure of Paul Holland, it has been announced that David Childs will lead the band as a guest conductor.


Paul Holland

Holland resigns from Flowers role

April 11, 2017
After eight years of unprecedented success Paul Holland has resigned from his role as Musical Director of Flowers Band


Court

Flowers Band issue Downie case statement

December 14, 2016
The Flowers Band issue a public statement concerning the legal case of former Band Manager and percussionist Lee Downie.


Flowers Band

Jameson takes euph lead from Childs at Flowers

August 05, 2016
Grant Jameson takes over the solo euphonium role at Flowers as David Childs confirms departure.


Grant Jameson

Jameson hits targets with £10,000 award

June 10, 2016
American euphonium star Grant Jameson claims the £10,000 top prize package after being selected as the winner of a Musicians Company Award.


Flowers

Report & Results: 2016 French Open

June 08, 2016
Flowers break the Da Vinci code to claim French Open title in Amboise with section wins for Lockwood, Amersfoort, Brass Berry and Brass Band Oceane.


Lee Downie

Flowers blow as driving force resigns

May 06, 2016
One of the main driving forces behind the Flowers Band has resigned from the Butlins and West of England Regional Champions.


Flowers Band

World Rankings: February update

February 26, 2016
Flowers blooming with early contest season success.


Flowers

New Turner exhibition at Flowers

January 23, 2016
The experienced duo of Chris Turner and Danny Winder add extra strength to Butlins Champions.


Flowers

Culross heads to Flowers for Open

August 24, 2015
An imminent family arrival sees Flowers sign Iain Culross and Harmen Vanhoorne to lead from the principal seat for British Open and National Final.


Folwers in action

Flowers draw acclaim for artistic exhibition

July 04, 2015
The Flowers Band has gained widespread critical acclaim for its musical contribution to the renowned Cheltenham Music Festival.


Paul Bennett

Flowers capture Bennett

June 25, 2015
The Butlins champion moves quickly to secure the services of former Fairey solo horn Paul Bennett.


Flowers

Flowers make double change ahead of Torquay

March 10, 2015
New faces on cornet and tuba for Flowers as they seek fourth successive win at West of England Area Championship.


Childs

Childs to take long road to Butlins

January 16, 2015
A high profile concert appearance in North Wales will be followed by a cross country trek to Skegness for David Childs this weekend.


Flowers in action

Flowers set for Swiss finale

December 17, 2014
The end of a memorable year sees Flowers get set for a pre-Christmas tour to Switzerland.


Flowers

Flowers gain Grant aid

December 09, 2014
Bultins champion welcomes American euphonium star to boost the ranks ahead of title defence.


Flowers

World Rankings: September update

September 28, 2014
Latest rankings following the recent British Open Championship and last weekend's lower section Nationals Finals.


Flowers

Flowers add extra depth for Open challenge

September 03, 2014
Grand Shield champion adds strength in depth to their British Open challenge with new signings.


flowers win

Report & Results: 2014 Grand Shield

April 26, 2014
The Flowers contesting juggernaut heads home from Blackpool loaded with more title winning silverware, as Hammonds Saltaire join them at the British Open.




Gareth Ritter

Former conductor sentenced for sexually assaulting 17 year old girl

November 4 • Gareth Ritter has been given a 33-month sentence, suspended for 30 months for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in 2015. He will be placed on the sex offenders register for life.


Brabbins

Childs and Brabbins to showcase Mealor Concerto

November 3 • Paul Mealor's 'Euphonium Concerto' is to be performed this Friday in Swansea by David Childs under the baton of Martyn Brabbins with the National Orchestra of Wales.


Maurice Andre

Saunas and butter — what made Andre the giant so great...

November 3 • If you ever wondered what the secret of Maurice Andre's success was — then an article from 1987 revealed all about his morning practice regime...


Prof Childs

Childs enjoys latest Japanese trip

November 3 • Black Dyke Band's Director of Music has just returned from his latest musical trip to Japan.


Dobcross Silver Band - Remembrance Concert

Sunday 8 November • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross. Oldham OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Brass Ensemble

Friday 20 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Bilton Silver President's Concert

Friday 27 November • St George's Church, St Johns Avenue, Rugby CV22 5HR


West Yorkshire Police Band - Mid Yorkshire Breast Cancer Support

Saturday 28 November • Cluntergate Centre, Horbury WF4 5DA


Newstead Brass - The Snowman - Live

Saturday 5 December • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West, Forest Town. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Audley Brass

November 4 • Audley Brass are seeking a Solo Cornet/Repiano player as we continue to push for promotion to the Championship Section and qualification to the Spring Festival. We have a full events diary for 2027 including several epic beer festival nights.


Audley Brass

November 4 • Audley Brass are seeking a Bass Trombone player as we continue to push for promotion to the Championship Section and qualification to the Spring Festival. We have a full events diary for 2027 including several epic beer festival nights.


Tintwistle Band

November 4 • We have a vacancy for soprano cornet, and with lots of exciting engagements coming up we would love to get this seat filled! As a second section band, we rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom, under the baton of our new MD Tom Haslam.


Jonathan Pippen


Conductor, Adjudicator, Trombone Soloist & Clinician


               

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