Wednesday 7 July 2021

New Signings for NASUWT

NASUWT Riverside Band has announced that Lee Skipsey, the former City of Bradford MD, will be taking them to the British Open in Birmingham in September. The 2019 Grand Shield winner has also announced a number of personnel changes as they work towards performing Edward Gregson's 'The World Rejoicing' at...read more

Wednesday 7 July 2021

New Quartet to Cory

Cory Band has recently welcomed four new players to the ranks, some permanently, some temporarily. Ffion Haf Morris joins the cornet section, Megan Giles joins the horn section, and Richard Knight and Gareth Robinson both return to the band on horn and trombone respectively. Musical Director Philip Harper explained: “Like...read more

Wednesday 7 July 2021

Binns takes the helm at Hebden Bridge

Trombonist Chris Binns has been announced as the new Musical Director of Hebden Bridge Band. Chris will be juggling his role as Principal Trombone at Grimethorpe with conducting Hebden Bridge as they return to full time post-Covid rehearsals and work towards the Cheltenham National Finals. Commenting on the appointment, Band Chairman,...read more

Wednesday 7 July 2021

Gibson takes the baton at Otterbourne

Mark Gibson has been appointed as the Musical Director of Otterbourne Brass from Hampshire. Speaking about the appointment, Band Chair Roger Burke stated: "We're delighted that Mark has accepted the position. His impressive CV, including his previous service as principal cornet of GUS Band and his infectious enthusiasm, have made quite...read more

Wednesday 7 July 2021

BBE Band Governance Bootcamp

Band Governance Bootcamp is a full day workshop, on July 11th from 10am, led by the Brass Bands England team covering all the essentials for good governance for brass bands. Alongside looking at legal responsibilities and requirements, attendees will have the opportunity to focus on the future aims of their...read more

Wednesday 7 July 2021

Concerto Premiere for Baker

A major new concerto for trombone composed by Philip Wilby provided the centerpiece of a recital, recorded last month in Ripon Cathedral, given by Brett Baker. The work entitled, 'Light Fantastic' formed part of a series at the venue. Pianist and organist Tim Harper joined Brett for the performance. The work...read more

Monday 5 July 2021

Black Dyke back on the Bandstand

Black Dyke’s Bandstand Tour, stages 5 and 6, took place this past weekend, much to the delight of its fans. The Queensbury outfit rolled into the historic town of Harrogate for stage 5, sharing the Victorian Valley Gardens Bandstand with Tewit Youth Band and conductor, Martin Hall who commented: "There was a...read more


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