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Advent

Reg Vardy get ready to open the advent windows

November 23, 2020
There will be a carol a day from Reg Vardy Band this Christmas — all the way up to the big day itself...


winner

Impressive youth playing at Reg Vardy

July 29, 2020
There was plenty of great on-line playing at the recent Reg Vardy Youth Brass contest.


Cross

Death of Jimmy Thompson

September 27, 2019
The death has been announced of one of the great figures of North East banding.


Flowers

Death of Jimmy McNestry

April 10, 2019
The death has been announced of the highly respected Ever Ready bandsman Jimmy McNestry


Geneva

Reg Vardy gain Geneva boost

April 03, 2019
A trio of Reg Vardy players will be performing on brand new Oldroyd Cardinal instruments...


bOB

Reg Vardy notch up half century of National qualifications

March 27, 2019
The Reg Vardy Band will had to the Albert Hall for a 50th time later this year — but without their inspirational Band Chairman to give them their pep talk...


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to lead Area spotlight

March 12, 2019
The Reg Vardy band will be opening its doors this weekend to showcase their Area preparations with help from a couple of friends.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy final regional appeal fails

June 04, 2018
An independent Appeals Panel has rejected Reg Vardy's final appeal against the decision to disqualify them from the 2018 North of England Regional Championship.


Albert

Reg Vardy vow to fight on against against disqualification 'punishment'

April 26, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band will present their case to the Kapitol Appeals Panel after Area disqualification is upheld by North of England Regional Committee.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to appeal against disqualification

March 29, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band has confirmed that it will appeal against the decision to disqualify them from the 2018 North of England Regional Championship.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy disqualified from Area Championship

March 28, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band has been disqualified from its runner-up position at the recent North of England Regional Championship due to a player registration infringement.


RAH

Reg Vardy notches up 50th Albert Hall qualification

March 21, 2018
Although they were unable to add another Area title to their CV, Reg Vardy will head to the Royal Albert Hall for a 50th time later this year


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy trio boosts the Area ranks

March 14, 2018
Reg Vardy will head to the North of England Regional Championship boosted by a trio of new arrivals.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy open up on their regional Odyssey

March 13, 2018
The Reg Vardy Band will be holding an open rehearsal on Friday ahead of their Area appearance in Durham


rUSSELL gARY

Reg Vardy add new signings as they showcase Gallery prep work

October 11, 2017
There are a number of new signings in the Reg Vardy ranks as they get ready for their Gallery opening at the Royal Albert Hall.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to show off their Doctor's papers

September 05, 2017
The Reg Vardy Band will be providing a sneak preview of their Doctor Martin Contest programme later this week.


Swan Lake

Reg Vardy to give early reflections on Swan Lake

May 07, 2017
Reg Vardy will be showcasing their Swan Lake preparations ahead of Blackpool.


Gala Theatre

Reg Vardy lead test-piece preview event

March 02, 2017
Reigning North of England champion to lead special Area test-piece showcase ahead of Durham challenges.


Students

Reg Vardy stars help next generation

January 18, 2017
Players from Reg Vardy Band have been using their experience to help the next generation of talented local brass band players.


Phillip Tait

Reg Vardy thank Tait for principal services

January 13, 2017
Reg Vardy Band has thanked former principal cornet player Phillip Tait as he moves to Brighouse & Rastrick.


Reg Vardy

Reg Vardy to showcase Brass in Concert programme

November 15, 2016
Local favourites to be joined by the wonderful Elland Youth Band ahead of their Brass in Concert challenge.


Lone Wolf

Reg Vardy showcase their Wolf

October 05, 2016
North of England champions to showcase their 'Lone Wolf' preparations ahead of Royal Albert Hall.


Russell Gray

Reg Vardy ever ready for title defence

September 07, 2016
Reg Vardy to hold open rehearsal ahead of their hat-trick seeking Dr Martin challenge on the weekend.


Ever Ready

Ever Ready to return to the limelight

August 30, 2016
One of the most evocative names in banding will return to the banding world as 14 years of Reg Vardy support comes to an end.


rEG vARDY

Wheeler takes up residence at Reg Vardy

June 27, 2016
Brenden Wheeler will combine his high level Army duties in Harrogate with the post of Resident Conductor at the Reg Vardy Band.




British Open

Fewer than 30 stall seats left for British Open

September 4 • You will need to be quick to get a downstairs seat in the stalls for the British Open — but you can still bag a bargain discount for the Grand Tier to enjoy 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


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


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.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


John Ward


Conductor, Adjudicator


               

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