News / 2005
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Thomas nabbed by the Police
October 19, 2005
Gareth Thomas has been nabbed by the West Mercia Constabulary to conduct them at the forthcoming West Midlands Contrest.
Tasmanian State Results
October 19, 2005
Tassie's top band Glenorchy, took the lead in the Open Brass of the Tasmanian Bands' League State Championships, held last weekend in Latrobe.
They're here!
October 19, 2005
Due to popular demand, the fantastic and vibrant Kelly Mouthpieces have finally arrived.
Aussie invasion!
October 19, 2005
The 2006 NZ Nationals is shaping up to be to a Trans-Tasman extravaganza, with possibly seven Australian bands crossing the ditch. It could make the rugby look like a picnic!
Killer Pool incident in London!!!
October 18, 2005
Scotland overcame years of Sassanach defeats in London this year when Whitburn beat Fairey's in a death or glory pool tournament — and Brass Band Aid benefited from it all.
Kirsty benefits from Dyke concert
October 18, 2005
Black Dyke Bridgewater Concert raises £34,324.60 for Kirsty Appeal
New magazine for banding
October 18, 2005
Brassed On is set to report on the banding scene in the Manchester and Cheshire area.
US Open reveal criteria
October 18, 2005
The organisers of the 2005 US Open have announced the criteria for what they are looking for.
Armstrong returns to victory
October 18, 2005
Martin Armstrong was the other Norwegian import to help Leyland to their first National title.
Mount Charles Band get the horn!
October 18, 2005
Graham Barker is the new man with the horn in Mount Charles Band.
125 not out
October 18, 2005
Lockerley Silver celebrate their 125th Anniversary with stirring new composition.
Spirit of 45
October 18, 2005
Jazz Band from the Abraham Darby Specialist School for the Performing Arts celebrate the spirit of 1945.
Lots going on and off at Thoresby
October 18, 2005
Sarah Vernon is unveiled at Thoresby — no wonder she would like a band jeacket then!
New faces at Soundhouse
October 18, 2005
Denzil Stephens and his Soundhouse Band have been busy both recruiting and playing in recent months.
Entries wanted for Dobcross Contest
October 18, 2005
Slow melody experts and quartet contenders are needed for the forthcoming Dobcross OPen Slow Melody and Quartet Contest.
Tong to top up with CD launch
October 18, 2005
The Tongwynlais Temperance Band are set to launch their new CD this weekend.
Sshhhh! It's a surprise
October 18, 2005
Hope he doesn't read this but there is a surprise part booked for Hayden Cooper next month. We have the secret details...
Results: Youth in Brass
October 17, 2005
Mark Bousie leads Sellers Youth to victory at Slaithwaite Leisure Centre in the Youth in Brass Competition.
Darebin's Growin'
October 17, 2005
Darebin (Preston Band) have been busy with the youngsters, and now boast a beginner and intermediate band.
Last Night of the Proms
October 17, 2005
Mark Ford and Kew Band present their sixth annual Last Night of the Proms.
Judges give their opinions
October 16, 2005
The three men in the box were the ones whose opinions counted the most. This is a preview of what they thought.
Opinions and views on the day
October 16, 2005
With the choice of Dr. John Pickard’s work creating so much debate prior to the first performance at the National Finals, 4BR managed to get a few responses.
Pickard ‘amazed’
October 16, 2005
Dr. John Pickard declared himself 'amazed' at what the bands tried to bring to his musical picture of Eden.
Norwegian stars in National win
October 16, 2005
Runar Valheim Vaernes took the best instrumentlaist prize for his amazing snake impression on his trombone.
