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Marsden thanks banding community for support
January 9 • Marsden Silver Prize Band has thanked the banding world for its offers of its help after flooding damages its bandroom and contents.
Wilson takes lead at Cockerton
January 9 • The experienced Duncan Wilson becomes the new Musical Director of Cockerton Prize Silver Band
Lincolnshire showcase returns
January 9 • The Lincolnshire Music Education Hub's 'Brass Band Showcase' returns later this year with the promise of it being bigger and better than ever.
Research recognition for RNCM
January 8 • The Royal Northern College of Music adds to its established recognition as a leading centre for the advanced study of music performance and composition.
Newstead Brass - Brett Baker
Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA
The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert
Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER
Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships
Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015
Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships
Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015
Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships
Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band
January 8 • Following our promotion to the 2nd section we are looking for a percussionist to do a bit of bing bonging on the timps for the regionals in March. We are a lovely band - everyone says so - so please get in touch. Rehearsals Weds from 1930 in Putney.
Mid Rhondda Band
January 6 • Mid Rhondda Band are currently looking for a trombone player and percussionists to join the team. We are a friendly, welcoming 3rd section band working towards competing in the Welsh Area in March. We also have a variety of events booked for 2026.
The Marple Band
January 6 • Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly, ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new year.
Gordon Eddison
B Ed (Hons). Member AoBBA.
Conductor and Adjudicator.