BOOKS

The Heritage of the North East Brass Band Movement: Dennis Taylor

The proceeds of this book go to the Brass Band Aid charity.

4BR price: £9.99

The Complete Compere Notes Guide: John Maines

In compiling this guide John has set out to create a reference for anyone with the task of introducing music to an audience.

4BR price: £14.99

Introduction to Conducting: Ray Farr

Thinking of taking up the baton? Looking to develop your skills? Then this book is for you.

4BR price: £27.50

101 Famous Trumpet Solos to Build your Technique: Matt Kingston

101 famous trumpet solos to build your technique

4BR price: Currently out of stock

Banding is my Life: Denzil Stephens

In this book Denzil Stephens takes us through his early years in Guernsey and his subsequent ecacuation to the UK in 1940.

4BR price: £12.99

Grandad Played the Cornet: David Cawdell

A book by David Cawdell tracing the development of brass bands around the Colchester area.

4BR price: £6.95

Black Dyke - An Inside Story: John H. Clay

'An Inside Story' into the history of Black Dyke Band, including many personal diary entries, letters and photos, compiled by John Clay.

4BR price: £30.00

Preparation, Practice, Performance: Dr. Roger Webster

A concise approach based on the physiology, methodology and Psychology of brass playing. [CD Included]

4BR price: £19.95

The Modern Brass Band: Roy Newsome

From the 1930s to the New Millennium: A superb publication from Roy Newsome traces the development of the movement from the depths of the Depression years to the turn of the Millennium.

4BR price: £17.99

101 Things to do with Hymn Tunes: Russell Gray

If you have ever wondered why brass bands should give so much importance on the playing of hymn tunes, then Russell Gray, the winning conductor at the 2005 National Finals reveals all. Includes full score and band parts.

4BR price: £30.00

150 Golden Years - The History of Black Dyke Band: Roy Newsome

In the history of brass bands, one name stands alone. With a heritage almost as long as the banding movement itself, Black Dyke Band's record stands unequalled by any other band.

4BR price: £14.99

Dick the Stick: Richard Evans

Richard Evans' autobiography contains anecdotes, humour, advice and numerous incidents from thirty years at the top of the brass band scene.

4BR price: £13.99

Punchinello: J C Wadsworth

Life-long friends Stirling and Horny take us through their lives that revolve around banding, booze and family - in that order!

4BR price: Currently out of stock

The Samplist: Francis Ellen

All the good, bad and down right disgusting things you need to know about music students [with accompanying CD].

4BR price: £10.99

Beyond the Box: David Read

Sixty years of social history crammed into a very enjoyble book from the brass band movements most experienced adjudicator, David Read.

4BR price: £11.99

A legend in his own lifetime: Peter Roberts

A story of an ordinary man with an extra ordinary musical talent.

4BR price: Currently out of stock