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Virtuosi GUs

Virtuosi GUS preview their Open sesame

April 30, 2015
The Virtuosi GUS Band will be previewing their Grand Shield preparation on Arabian Nights before Blackpool.


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Youthful injection for Virtuosi GUS

April 02, 2015
The newly crowned Midlands Regional Champion look towards Blackpool boosted by injection of talented youth.


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Report & Results: 2015 Midlands Regional Championships

March 07, 2015
Virtuosi GUS lead the way in Bedworth as Jackfield, Carlton, Ifton and Cubbington claim section honours.


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New player influx at Virtuosi GUS

November 25, 2014
There are a number of new faces in the Virtuosi GUS ranks as they look ahead to the 2015 season.


James Fountain

Fountain becomes top man at the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

November 25, 2014
James Fountain is to be appointed Principal Trumpet of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.


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Geneva set to help GUS Open challenge

August 27, 2014
A brand new set of Geneva Symphony cornets will certainly help Virtuosi GUS in their bid to the British Open...


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Daws set for Virtuosi GUS

March 24, 2014
David Daws is set to become the new principal euphonium at Midlands Area champion, Virtuosi GUS.


GUS in action

Seismic change at GUS

December 18, 2013
Solo baritone Jo Stephenson opts to find out more about what makes the earth shake in Australia.


Adam Cooke in action

Cooke to explore South Africa and Norway

December 05, 2013
Virtuosi GUS MD Adam Cooke is set for musical exploration in South Africa and Norway over the coming months.


GUS in action

Great success for Virtuosi East Anglian Trainers

October 07, 2013
Tutors from the Virtuosi GUS Band lead a successful training day in East Anglia.


Adam Cooke in action

Cooke to take new lead at Virtuosi GUS

July 10, 2013
Butlins champions announce Adam Cooke as their new Musical Director.


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Virtuosi horn star calls it a day

June 25, 2013
Bob Wallanger calls it a day with Virtuosi GUS after 24 years of sterling service.


John Berryman

Berryman to step down at Virtuosi GUS

June 21, 2013
One of the most highly respected top flight conductors is to step down from his role at Virtuosi GUS after the National Finals this year.


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Jeans to become a Dedicated Master

March 14, 2013
The inspirational Chris Jeans is set to receive the All England Masters Dedicated Service Award this year.


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Virtuosi's cathedral thrills as they eye Harmony challenge

February 27, 2013
Virtuosi GUS has been thrilling the local cathedral audience before setting their sights on reclaiming the Midlands Area title.


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Interview with Simon Smith

January 21, 2013
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks Virtuosi GUS Band Manager Simon Smith after the band claimed the 2013 Butlins Mineworkers Championship title.


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Death of David Jones

July 01, 2012
The death has been reported of David Jones, one of the great soprano players of his generation.


GUS

Death of Maxwell Thornton

April 04, 2012
4BR has been informed of the death of former GUS trombonist Maxwell Thornton.


Britt

Britt sticks for GUS

January 18, 2012
Sop star Martin Britt will be putting his reputation on the line with his new band at Butlins.


GUS

New Fountain springs on flugel at GUS

November 01, 2011
One of the best young performers in the land has taken over the flugel seat at Virtuosi GUS.


GUS

New principal at GUS

July 26, 2011
The talented Peter Collins takes over the Virtuosi GUS hot seat.


GUS

End of Fountain flow at GUS

April 17, 2011
GUS sop star to end Virtuosi role after Masters.


GUS

Virtuosi sign virtuoso flugel

July 23, 2010
There is a virtuoso signing at Virtuosi GUS, as former Desford principal cornet Gary Wyatt signs as their new flugel in time for London.


GUS

Wainwright in residence at Virtuosi GUS

July 16, 2010
Composer Andrew Wainwright has been appointed as the new Composer and Arranger in Residence at Virtuosi GUS.


GUS

GUS out of English National

March 26, 2010
Midlands champion Virtuosi GUS has announced that it has withdrawn for this year's English National.




Ask daisy

New campaign launched to support women in banding

March 8 • International Womens' Day sees the launch of 'Ask Daisy', an initiative that aims to support women in UK brass bands experiencing harassment and abuse.


Perth Concert Hall

Results: 2025 Scottish Championships

March 8 • Whitburn leads the way in Perth with section wins for Granite City, Perthshire Brass, Renfrew Burgh and Arbroath & Carnoustie.


Bedworth

Results: 2025 Midlands Regional Championships

March 8 • GUS lead the prizes winners in Bedworth with section victories to Foss Dyke, Ibstock Brick Brass and Syston.


Torquay

Results: 2025 West of England Regional Championships

March 8 • Aldbourne lead the way in Torquay with section titles going to Roche Brass, Porthleven, Bratton Silver and Illogan Sparnon Silver.


Contest: Scottish Championships 2025

Saturday 8 March • Mill Street, Perth PH1 5HZ


Contest: West of England Regional Championships

Saturday 8 March • Riviera International Centre, Chestnut Avenue, Torquay TQ2 5LZ


Contest: West of England Regional Championships

Saturday 8 March • Upton Vale Baptist Church, St Marychurch Road, Caste Circus, Torquay, TQ1 3HY


Contest: Midlands Regional Brass Band Championships

Saturday 8 March • Bedworth Civic Hall, High St, Bedworth CV12 8NF


Contest: Scottish Championships 2025

Sunday 9 March • Mill Street, Perth PH1 5HZ


Chinnor Silver

March 8 • Our COMMUNITY BAND meet every other monday morning(nxt one this monday) and we are looking for CORNET PLAYERS to join us.. you do not need to change your affiliation as we just offer free fun music making with cake and coffee thrown in.


Wakefield Metropolitan Brass Band

March 8 • Wakefield Metropolitan are looking for Bass player and percussionist to help the band move forward after a promising area performance


Ilkeston Brass

March 7 • Ilkeston Brass is a friendly 4th section band based in the SE of Derbyshire. We are looking for cornet players to continue our long heritage of brass banding. Cornet seat negotiable!


Michael Bennett

BSc, RNCM (Perf)
Performer, Composer, Arranger, Teacher


               

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