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Collins

Collins family ties span Royal Albert appearances

October 21, 2022
A 15 year family journey came full circle at the Royal Albert Hall for the Collins family


Odlham

Double-sided Christmas telly treat for Oldham Band (Lees)

December 11, 2018
The First Section National Champions to appear on both BBC1 and ITV on Christmas Day...


Cheltenham

Report & Result: 2018 National Championships of Great Britain: First Section

September 16, 2018
Oldham Band (Lees) conquers King Arthur's Scenes from a Radio Drama to take the First Section National title in Cheltenham.


Oldham Band (Lees) (John Collins)

Report & Result: 2018 Senior Cup

May 12, 2018
Oldham Band (Lees) show the rest of the field (and perhaps Meghan Markle) how to successfully wear a diadem of gold on their big day, as they are joined in the Grand Shield by St Dennis, Redbridge and Skelmanthorpe.


Winter Gardens

Report & Results: 2018 North West Regional Championships: First Section

February 25, 2018
A mature Oldham (Lees) stand out with their metamorphic construction work to take the title and head to Cheltenham as champions.


WEATHERFIELD

New band set for high profile Christmas appearance

December 23, 2015
A new band will make a festive debut in front of millions on Christmas Day...


Oldham players celebrate

A decade of success to celebrate for Oldham (Lees)

May 30, 2014
10 years on from their first rehearsal, Oldham (Lees) Band can look forward to celebrating a decade of success.


Oldham Lees Band

Oldham brace for Senior Trophy assault

April 06, 2014
The Oldham (Lees) Band make a brace of new signings ahead of their Blackpool appearance.


Oldham Band Lees

Moore the merrier at Oldham

January 14, 2014
Former Brighouse flugel star Dave Moore joins Oldham Band (Lees)


Oldham Band Lees logo

Open doors tonight at Oldham

May 09, 2013
If you want to find out how Oldham (Lees) Band is getting on with their Journey into Freedom the now's your chance...


Oldham Lees Band

Oldham new recruits for new season

January 10, 2013
There has been a number of additions to the ranks of the Oldham (Lees) Band in time for the new season.


Oldham Lees Band

New signing at Oldham (Lees)

December 05, 2012
Oldham (Lees) Band announces new first horn signing.


Oldham Band Lees

Wright man for Oldham

September 28, 2012
Ben Wright becomes Oldham Band (Lees) new solo euphonium.


Oldham Lees

Oldham's Heely off to enjoy Cardiff's Ely

August 22, 2012
Young euph star Harry Heeley is set to enjoy life as a student in and around Cardiff.


Oldham Lees

Oldham joins the web connection

November 19, 2011
The fast rising Oldham (Lees) Band has finally hit the internet waves...


Oldham

Double delight for Oldham

April 07, 2011
The Oldham (Lees) Band has been celebrating a first top section win and the arrival of a top class solo horn.


Michelle Lane

Michelle, My Belle...

September 26, 2009
Delight for Michelle Lane as she takes the soloist prize in the second section.


Oldham Lees

Nap hand for Collins

March 03, 2009
4BR has talked to Oldham (Lees) MD, John Collins, after he directed his band to their own bit of Regional history on the weekend.


Oldham Lees

The White stuff at Oldham (Lees)

July 16, 2008
Tracey White joins Oldham (Lees) Band on horn.




Band Supplies

Band Supplies at the British Open

September 6 • Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.


4BR Review

Recap on the 4BR British Open preview

September 6 • If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it gain ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.


Mead

Why not be a judge at the Open this year?

September 6 • If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.


Sterling instruments

Sterling return at British Open Championship

September 6 • A well respected instrument brand will make a welcome return at the British Open this year.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Crewe Brass

September 5 • We are looking for FLUGEL player to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Jason M Smith


Band Trainer (Contest Preparation), Conductor


               

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