On Monday 26 February, the UK Leading Bands Forum (UKLBF) issued information concerning its first Liaison Meeting (12 February) and subsequent Monthly Meeting (14 February). The UKLBF’s first Liaison Meeting consisted of four representatives from Black Dyke, Brighouse & Rastrick, Cory and Foden’s bands, together with some key decision-makers from within...read more
In the run-up to the Regional Championships, Friary Brass Band announce two signings to the bass section, Patrick O’Donovan and Cat Whittingham-Smith.
Patrick joined the army as a musician and attended the pupils’ course at Kneller Hall. Having played in many bands, he settled at Sandhurst Silver Band and enjoyed...read more