News / 2005
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Faireys hand out the stardust
December 22, 2005
The Fairey Band has been handing out their annual awards.
Sellers' rep gets NCBB place
December 22, 2005
The Sellers Youth Band are delighted to announce to 4BR that their repiano player, Jamie Smith has been offered a place in the National Children's Brass Band of Great Britain.
BBC pays homage to Dyke
December 22, 2005
BBC Radio 2 will pay homage to the Black Dyke Band at the end of its 150th year in a special programme on Tuesday 27th December.
Band to continue Christmas Eve tradition
December 22, 2005
The members of Abraham Darby School in Telford will continue a Christmas Eve tradition when the school is represented at the annual “Carols on the Bridge” on the world famous Ironbridge, which spans the River Severn.
Sellers celebrate's successful year
December 22, 2005
The Sellers Youth Band has had a busy festive period as it brings to a close its most successful year to date.
Marshall takes over at Dyke
December 21, 2005
Richard Marshall has been confirmed by Black Dyke as their new Principal Cornet player following the departure of Roger Webster.
Cornet legend lights up Vienna
December 21, 2005
Jim Davies, the legendary cornet player who graced Cory & Brighouse has just returned from Vienna fullfilling a lifetime's ambition.
Composed your Brighouse piece yet?
December 21, 2005
Any budding composers out there who want to write a short piece to honour Brighouse's 125th year in 2006, have until 31st December to get your entries in.
Besses to play for Manchester City
December 21, 2005
Don't panic Manchester City fans, Stuart Pearce hasn't recruited the players from Besses o' th' Barn to play against Chelsea, just entertain the crowds before the game on the 28th December.
Death of James Hillis
December 21, 2005
4BR has been informed that the former stalwart of Clydebank Burgh Band and long-serving Treasurer of the Scottish Brass Band Association James Hillis has died.
Dyke and Webster part company
December 20, 2005
Roger Webster and Black Dyke have parted with immediate effect as rumours fly to who will replace him in the hottest cornet seat of all.
Honours band for Victoria
December 21, 2005
Melbourne Honours Brass has been created to provide a platform for Victoria's top youth.
Kew gets the horn
December 21, 2005
Kew Band — Melbourne is very pleased to announce the signing of champion horn player Charles Young.
Great line-up for RNCM Festival
December 20, 2005
Further details have been announced for the forthcoming RNCM Festival in January with a weekend of fabulous music and masterclasses on offer.
Besses say goodbye to the Astons
December 20, 2005
Besses o’ th’ Barn have said goodbye to two stalwarts of their band, the Astons, Dave & Jannine.
Sponsors announced for Masters 2006
December 19, 2005
Yamaha-Kemble Music (UK) Ltd and Pro-Digital Systems Ltd will be the major sponsors of the 2006 All England Masters International Brass Band Championships next May.
Daniel takes Dyke award
December 19, 2005
Black Dyke's Gareth Daniel has been named as Black Dyke's Bandsman of the Year for 2005.
Busy festive time for Derwent
December 19, 2005
Derwent Brass have had a busy festive season including entertaining guests at Derby County Football Club.
Silent night for the Sallies
December 19, 2005
The Salvation Army is brassed off that the Wellington City Council has deemed its Christmas carol-playing band offensively loud.
Doyen on the move
December 18, 2005
The well-known recording label, Doyen Recordings will have a change of address and contact number as of January 2006.
All England 2006 line up announced
December 18, 2005
The line up of bands who will compete at the All-England Masters International Brass Band Championships has been announced.
Crompton goes to Foss Dyke
December 18, 2005
Foss Dyke Band are delighted to announce to 4BR that baritone player Carole Crompton is joining the band.
Singing sensation is a Christmas angel
December 18, 2005
Singing sensation Hayley Westenra joined Pennine Brass on Saturday night at Huddersfield Town Hall.
Foss Dyke delights Cathedral audience
December 18, 2005
Foss Dyke Band performed to a capacity audience last Thursday evening in a concert full of Seasonal cheer
No change at Denis Wick's
December 18, 2005
Denis Wick has informed 4BR that although Besson is in administration, his business is carrying on as normal.
