The Radio 2 Young Brass Soloist Award has reached the semi final stage and Frank Renton presents highlights of the event which saw 6 talented players perform for a place in the final to be held later this month.
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March 11 • The highly respected chief music critic of The Times has added to the recent positive flow of news about the banding world and its performers.
March 11 • There will be 11 venues to visit for players, supporters and visitors alike as the greatest free show one earth welcomes the bands yet again.
March 11 • The newly crowned Yorkshire Area champions will join forces with Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra for a performance of Gavin Higgins' imposing 'Concerto Grosso for Brass Band and Orchestra' in Huddersfield next month.
March 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Monday(16th) at 11am. We welcome players of all abilities to join us for a friendly relaxed rehearsal.. Its all free including the coffee and cake.
March 11 • Our friendly second section band are looking for a BB bass player to join us for contests, concerts and exciting new projects. Glossop Old Band is situated between Manchester and Sheffield and rich in history.
