Published on January 3rd, 2017
Kevin Holdgate, the former James Shepherd Versatile Brass and Grimethorpe trombonist has written a novel which was released on 1st January. Kevin told A4B: ‘It’s always said that everyone has a book inside them waiting to... Read More →
Published on January 3rd, 2017
Strata Brass are please to announce they have made some changes to bolster their championship status ahead of their appearance at the Yorkshire Regional Championships in March. Dave Peck takes over the Flugel seat moving across from a... Read More →
Published on January 3rd, 2017
Following on from the success of the 2016 “Shirebrook Town Music Festival” with “Brass in the Park” on Sunday afternoons and the “Shirebrook Brass Band Open Entertainment Contest”, Shirebrook Town Council are pleased to announce that... Read More →
Published on January 2nd, 2017
Shepherd Group Brass Band are looking forward to the New Year with the arrival of vital new cornet players. A few months ago, university commitments, relocation and retirements meant that the band was in a very... Read More →
Published on January 2nd, 2017
If you’re after a great way to start 2017, the Brass Band Music Shop are offering up the chance of winning £200 of music for your band. The competition is running on Facebook throughout the 12... Read More →
Published on January 1st, 2017
Happy New Year to all our readers, as we announce the arrival of our new and (hopefully) improved website for 2017! With a cleaner interface and easier navigation, we hope you’ll enjoy reading about the latest... Read More →
Published on January 1st, 2017
Jaguar Land Rover Band secures Christmas bonus with Arts Council England funding through “Grants for the Arts.” The Jaguar Land Rover Band are embarking on a multi arts project bringing together a “Fusion” of Big Band... Read More →
Published on January 1st, 2017
Bradwell Silver Band is delighted to welcome David Wilson as the new Principal Cornet effective from 1st January 2017. Former Principal Julia Hollis takes over from Adam Chappell in the Soprano seat with Adam moving to... Read More →
Published on December 31st, 2016
Think of Christmas and images come to mind of mince pies, carolling, family reunions and community spirit. Besses Boys Band delivered all four at their annual Christmas Concert at the Longfield Suite, Prestwich, last weekend. Mark... Read More →
Published on December 31st, 2016
Downton Band has had a busy Christmas period giving three festive concerts, a carol service, a December wedding and a visit to a retirement home to entertain the residents. And on top of all that the... Read More →