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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.


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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.


Flowers Band

Say it with Flowers

April 01, 2014
The Flowers Band will be at the Grand Shield contest after all....


Flowers success

Flowers out of Grand Shield

April 01, 2014
Short priced favourites for Grand Shield title announce damaging split leaves Blackpool participation in doubt.


Holland and Downie

Interview with 2014 Butlins Champions Flowers

January 21, 2014
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the winning MD and Band Manager of the Flowers Band — 2014 Butlins Champion.


Steve Jones

Kit returned at Flowers

December 31, 2013
The experienced Steve Jones is the latest high profile signing at Flowers ahead of 2014.


David Childs

Flowers announce Childs signing

November 28, 2013
International euphonium star signs for West of England champion.


Flowers in action

Flowers set for BiC with new faces

November 15, 2013
West of England champion set for Brass in Concert return with a few changes in the playing ranks.


Flowers

Hick up with Flowers until Sage

October 09, 2013
Flowers vastly experienced euph star Andrew Hicks will make his final appearance with the band at Brass in Concert.


Flowers in action

Flowers set for National camera work

October 07, 2013
The cameras of students from the University of Gloucestershire will be following Flowers to the Albert Hall this year.


Flowers in action

Report & Results: 2013 French Open

June 11, 2013
Flowers stamp their European credentials in celebration after winning the French Open in commanding fashion in Amboise.


Flowers logo

Flowers close their sop gap with Richards

March 15, 2013
Flowers have finally solved their soprano vacancy by signing star performer Paul Richards from Brunel Brass.


Lee Downie butlins

Interview with Lee Downie

January 21, 2013
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Lee Downie band manager of the Flowers Band, runners-up at the 2013 Butlins Championships


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Students to benefit from Flowers partnership

November 28, 2012
The Butlins champion to team up with the University of Gloucestershire for innovative partnership working.




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


Andy Wareham

BMus (Hons), MMus (Hons)
Conductor, Composer, Brass Tutor, Musicologist


               

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