News / 2006
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NABBC announce workshop
November 15, 2006
Area No 1 of the National Association of Brass Band Conductors announces its first workshop of 2007 in time to get to know all the area test pieces under Dr Roy Newsome.
Aveley dip into the pool
November 15, 2006
The Aveley and Newham Band has linked up with a new arts educational venture entitled 'ArtsPool'.
Miles ahead at Hatfield
November 15, 2006
Horn star Miles Davison has signed for the Powerfuel Hatfield Colliery Band.
Ed returns to Oz
November 15, 2006
Ed Kennedy the former conductor of South Brisbane Federal Band, who has spent the past 18 months studying for his Masters in Brass in Manchester UK, was awarded the 2006 British Open Bb Cornet Championships last weekend.
Outback Pracky
November 15, 2006
On Sunday 5 November, members of the Mildura District Brass Band and the Barrier Industrial Union (Broken Hill) Brass Band met at “Coombah” station woolshed for a combined rehearsal in preparation for the forthcoming Mt Gambier Blue Lake Festival.
Ulverstone goes public
November 14, 2006
The Ulverstone Municipal Band, led by Chris Lusted, opened up the band room to the public last weekend, as they participated in a local event, 10,000 Steps, and had an open day.
Katrina thrilled at Open win
November 13, 2006
The newly crowned British Open Solo Champion, Katrina Marzella has spoken of her delight at winning the title at her first attempt last weekend.
Sykes surprised and delighted at win
November 13, 2006
Stephen Sykes, has spoken of his surprise at being crowned the British Open Solo Champion in the Intermediate category this weekend.
Results: Swedish National Championships
November 13, 2006
Dr Nicholas Childs leads Göteborg to the Swedish National Championship title.
Test pieces announced for Grand Shield contests
November 13, 2006
The three all important test pieces for the Grand Shield, Senior Cup and Senior Trophy have been announced — and they are hard ones too!
Results: Borders Entertainment Contest
November 13, 2006
Its a one/two for Alan Fernie as he directs Jedforest Instrumental to victory at the Borders Entertainment Contest on the weekend over his other charges McTaggart Scott Loanhead.
New march for Launceston
November 13, 2006
Simon Dobson's new march for the Launceston Town Band has been revealed — it's called....
Cairns Brass celebrates
November 13, 2006
On Saturday night 11 November Cairns Brass Inc celebrated their 75th anniversary.
Results: British Open Solo & Quartet
November 11, 2006
The British Open Solo & Quartet Championships have been taking place at Dukinfield Town Hall, where Katrina Marzella led the way by winning the senior award.
2007 Festival of Brass programmes finalised
November 11, 2006
Paul Hindmarsh has confirmed the programmes from the bands at next years Festival of Brass. Interesting selections too...
Results: Radio Cymru contest — 2nd Round
November 11, 2006
With all the preliminary rounds now pout of the way, the three finalists for the Radio Cymru Band of the Year Contest have been decided
Withington set for Soli debut
November 11, 2006
Allan Withington is to conduct Soli Brass at the forthcoming Dutch Nationals in the next few weeks.
Smithills TV date change
November 11, 2006
There has been a change of transmission date for Smithills appearance in the Howard Goodall “How Music Works” series.
Yorkshire looking for some extra wind
November 11, 2006
The Yorkshire Wind Orchestra is looking for some brass members to help put a bit of puff into their playing.
Delta Force make debut
November 11, 2006
No, not the brainless yanks shooting every red commie into submission, but an exciting new brass quintet. Wonder if they have guns though...
Sherborne opt for Brighouse connection
November 11, 2006
After a period playing up north Stephen Rogers returns to take the helm at Sherborne.
Quarrymen inspiration
November 11, 2006
The Deiniolen Band have sought inspiration for their latest CDelease from their roots.
QLD Contest to move
November 10, 2006
The Queensland Band Association last weekend resolved to move the date of the Qld State Championships.
Roberts for 2008 Oz Contest
November 10, 2006
Steven Roberts, the Director of Kneller Hall, has been appointed Chief Adjudicator for 2008 Australian National Championships.
