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Foden

Past, present and future for Foden's at home and at RNCM Festival

January 24, 2023
A new 'Heritage Centre' will help secure the future as well celebrate the National Champion's rich history, whilst their RNCM appearance this weekend will do the same...


Fodens

Foden's and Gray partner ConductIT project

January 21, 2023
Foden's preparation and performances under Russell Gray are now part of the worldwide (and free) ConductIT programme.


Fodens

Foden's continue to conserve rich history

January 03, 2023
The proud heritage of the National Champion continues to be preserved for future generations to enjoy.


Conductor

2022 4BR Conductor of the Year

December 25, 2022
The outstanding Russell Gray — the man who added a fourth National Championship as well as a first Brass in Concert title to his CV in 2022 is the 4BR Conductor of the Year.


pLAYER

2022 4BR Player of the Year

December 25, 2022
Richard Poole of Foden's rounds off a fantastic year of performance brilliance by becoming 4BR Player of the Year.


Richard Poole

Extra silverware for Poole

December 22, 2022
Richard Poole has added yet another accolade to a memorable 2022 by being voted as Foden's Band 'Player of the Year'.


Matt Ford

On the ninth day of Christmas...

December 09, 2022
There's the chance to sing alongside Matt Ford and the National Champion Foden's Band.


Fodens plinth

Foden's adds to local presence to add to world wide appeal

November 15, 2022
The National Champion has made sure visitors can find out more about them in the heart of their town.


Fodens

Foden's set for Warwick visit

November 01, 2022
The National Champion will head to Warwick later this month to lead a workshop day and world premiere performance.


National Trophy

Report & Result: 2022 National Championship of Great Britain

October 15, 2022
Foden's retain their hold on the National title after a day of intriguing and encouraging 'Hyperlink' action at the Royal Albert Hall.


Fodens

Foden's add their own extra hyperlinks

October 13, 2022
Foden's have been inspired by Peter Graham's test-piece to add yet more hyperlinks to their brand new website


Foden's

Busy London prep for National Champion

October 11, 2022
Foden's to make hyperlinks in Sandbach and London with a little Swiss help on hand.


Bousie

Bousie set for marathon performance

September 26, 2022
Foden's Mark Bousie will be looking to complete the ultimate London test to help support a wonderful cause.


Mortimer

Foden's to mark Mortimer anniversaries

September 16, 2022
The National Champion will mark the birth and death of the remarkable Harry Mortimer later this month in a special concert.


Foden's

Foden's looks for new signings...

September 16, 2022
Foden's Youth Band is looking for a new cohort of players to join the ranks...


Armagh Fodens

Stars align in Armagh for 20th anniversary celebrations

August 30, 2022
Tutors from Foden's Band once again headed to Armagh to help inspire over 60 delegates on its 20th anniversary Summer School Course.


Fodens

Foden's to preview Hyperlink ahead of National defence

August 16, 2022
Foden's Band will preview the National Final test-piece at Regents Hall on the eve of the contest.


Bram Tovey

Death of Bramwell Tovey

July 13, 2022
The death has been announced of the conductor Bramwell Tovey.


Fodens

Foden's guide proves to be worldwide success

July 09, 2022
Foden's 'Welcome to the Bandroom' free access project has been a great hit.


Foden

Long awaited return to Stroud for Foden's

June 22, 2022
The National Champion will be making a long awaited return to Stroud this weekend.


Mercer and Barker

Mercer & Barker add to artist line-up

June 22, 2022
Ashley Dixon is the latest player to join the Mercer & Barker stable of Performance Artists.


Fodens

Foden's open online doors for Welcome project

June 21, 2022
A new educational initiative brings the sights and sounds of the National Champion to youngsters.


Decade

Foden's to celebrate decade of youth investment

June 08, 2022
National Champion to showcase 10 years of youth development — and past players can get a free ticket to enjoy it.


Fodens

Foden's head to Hitchin following Euros

May 06, 2022
Foden's will link up with Hitchin Band this weekend to help promote youth brass playing in Hertfordshire.


Howard Snell

European Memories: Interview with Howard Snell

April 19, 2022
We talk to Howard Snell about some of his European Championship memories — from Desford and Daphnis and Eikanger's Enigmas to Foden's fire breathing Dragon...




Eikanger-Bjørsvik

World Rankings — June update

June 7 • Eikanger-Bjørsvik hits the high note topping the World Rankings after Spring shake-up.


Besson Horizons

New Horizons Exchange links UK and Swiss youth again

June 6 • The Besson Horizon programme will once again see youngsters from the National Youth Bands of Great Britain and Switzerland enjoy reciprocal musical trips.


British Open

High demand for premium tickets for British Open

June 5 • Premium tickets for the British Open are starting to become increasingly limited — so don't miss out.


Chav Brass

Chav Brass set for serious fun at Whit Friday

June 5 • The scallywags of the Whit Friday circuit will be performing with serious ambition this year as they seek to inspire the next generation with a mix of DJ Sammy and Eric Ball...


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Epping Forest Band

June 6 • Epping Forest band have a vacancy for solo horn. We are a friendly 3rd section band with a variety of gigs through out the year. We have our own band hut with close to links with London Underground central line and the M11 motorway.


Chelmsford Silver Bnad

June 6 • Front row cornet, solo horn & trombone players. We are a friendly, active non competition band established 75 years performing regularly in Chelmsford & Essex. Rehearsals averaging 26 players on Wednesday evenings at Broomfield Methodist Church Chelmsford


HYDE BAND

June 5 • WE CURRENTLY HAVE PLAYER VACANCIES FOR BB BASS, BARITONE & EUPHONIUM. Join our friendly 1st Section Band in the New forest, working with our Musical Director: Ben Halstead on a varied programme of concerts and contests. Rehearsals Mon & Thurs 8-10


John Maines

BA (Hons)
Presenter, compere and conductor


               

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