News / Black Dyke
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Dyke spotlights majesty and freedom in Lincoln
March 26, 2018
Two world premieres alongside works by Wagner, Verdi, Walton and Eric Ball will form the majestic music making at Lincoln Cathedral when the Yorkshire champion visits in April.
Black Dyke Festival opportunities
March 15, 2018
If you want to be part of a great day of inspirational teaching and playing with the newly crowned hat-trick winning Yorkshire champions, then make sure you are quick...
Black Dyke to premiere Intrepid Himes work
March 14, 2018
The hat-trick Yorkshire Area champion will give the world premiere of a new composition by the renowned American composer William Himes at their forthcoming Lincoln Cathedral Concert.
Worldwide tributes but local trips for Black Dyke
March 09, 2018
Congratulations have come in from all over the banding world for Black Dyke's recent Regional hat-trick triumph, but it will be more local fans that will enjoy them in concert action this month.
History shows that Black Dyke bottled it...
February 21, 2018
A fantastic replica uniform from the earliest days of the Black Dyke Band has come up with a colourful surprise thanks to Centre Stage Uniforms and some historical research...
Black Dyke open up on Odyssey
February 20, 2018
Defending champion Black Dyke will hold their open rehearsal on 'Odyssey' ahead of their title defence in Huddersfield.
Black Dyke to give world premiere at Lincoln
February 07, 2018
A new work by Paul Lovatt-Cooper reflecting on one of the most important battles of English history will be given a world premiere by Black Dyke Band in the heart of Lincoln.
Great response to Black Dyke workshop
February 02, 2018
There has already been a great response to the Black Dyke workshop day run by Market Rasen band at Lincoln Minster School in April — so be quick to sign up not to miss out.
Black Dyke seeks Young Composer to be mentored by Prof Philip Wilby in 2018
January 24, 2018
Black Dyke is offering the opportunity for a young composer to work alongside Prof Philip Wilby for a year to produce a major work for the Yorkshire band.
Black Dyke mourn loss of former President
January 20, 2018
Black Dyke has announced the death of Donald Hanson, the man who helped secure the future of the band following the demise of the John Foster & Son textile business.
Black Dyke to premiere new works in medieval splendour
January 20, 2018
A successful 'Grants for the Arts Programme' award will see Market Rasen Band host Black Dyke and two world premieres at one of the great medieval cathedrals in England.
Black Dyke delight at Hirst Christmas present
December 17, 2017
The return of bass trombonist Adrian Hirst has given Black Dyke the best banding Christmas present anyone could have hoped for.
Award winners receive Black Dyke accolades
December 15, 2017
David Smith, Martin Irwin and Alison Childs receive well deserved awards at the recent Black Dyke presentation dinner.
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Black Dyke stars to lead youth workshop in West Yorkshire
December 13, 2017
Star players from Black Dyke Band will lead free workshop tuition for school children in the heart of West Yorkshire next February.
Godley's cream given retrospective
December 10, 2017
The work of renowned i-pad artist Mik Godley has been given a retrospective by the influential East Midlands Contemporary Visual Arts Network — including the innovative Portraits of Tibshelf project.
Black Dyke stars play a perfect sneaky blinder
November 16, 2017
Players from Black Dyke could be seen performing in the opening sequence to the new series of the hit period drama Peaky Blinders.
Black Dyke ready to enjoy sell out Japanese tour
October 30, 2017
Prof Nicholas Childs and Black Dyke are in Japan for what promises to be another amazing musical experience.
Edward Gregson nominated for British Composer Award
October 25, 2017
One of the most influential writers for the brass band medium has been nominated for a British Composer Award for his work, 'Four Etudes'.
Black Dyke sign new cornet duo
October 17, 2017
Black Dyke welcomes Jon Hammond and Adam Finch to their cornet section.
Black Dyke signs up high profile heritage stars
September 29, 2017
Lesley Garrett, Ed Balls, Russ Abbott, Michael Eavis and Richard Morrison are the first batch of high profile personalities from the arts, business and politics to become heritage 'Pondashers'.
Black Dyke to open Gallery doors in Ossett
September 28, 2017
The Yorkshire Champion will be showcasing its Gallery collection ahead of its appearance at the Royal Albert Hall.
Fraternal welcome for Dyke Open rehearsal
August 27, 2017
If you want to hear how the Yorkshire Champion is getting on with their British Open preparations then they have announced their open rehearsal time and date.
Irwin looks forward to high wire role at Dyke
August 11, 2017
Martin Irwin has just made his debut sop appearance at Black Dyke and is now looking forward to the major challenges of the Open and Nationals with his new instrument in hand.
Operatic link for Dyke
August 08, 2017
Black Dyke set to make return to West Country for anniversary celebration
Interview with Prof Nicholas Childs
August 02, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to IBBSS Course Director, Prof Nicholas Childs
