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Grimethorpe

Grimethorpe offer free youth workshop

November 23, 2022
There is a great early Christmas prezzie to be had for free for young players thanks to the stars at Grimethorpe Colliery Band


Ivors

Grimethorpe performance nominated for Ivors Composer Award

October 18, 2022
A work inspired by the cultural impact of the mining industry and performed with the contribution of Grimethorpe Band has been nominated for a prestigious Ivors Award.


Grimethorpe

Picture highlights for Grimethorpe

October 11, 2022
A new commission from Yorkshire artist Joe Scarborough captures the history and successes of Grimethorpe Colliery Band — and fans can buy a copy.


Grimethorpe

Grimethorpe rejoice in youthful appointments

September 05, 2022
Two rising stars will make their Grimethorpe contest debuts at Symphony Hall on the weekend.


Grimethopre

Grimethorpe gain funding boost to support music making in schools

August 11, 2022
Youngsters will benefit from music initiatives through Barnsley Music Hub and it partner at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Jamie Smith

Smith latest high profile star to head to Mercer & Barker

July 25, 2022
Jamie Smith, principal cornet of Grimethorpe Colliery Band is the latest high profile star performer to decide to perform on a Mercer & Barker mouthpiece.


Swiss

Grimethorpe rejoice as Bach leads to British Open

July 21, 2022
Swiss conductor Michael Bach will lead Grimethorpe Colliery Band at the British Open in September.


David Thornton

Thornton steps down from Grimethorpe lead

July 14, 2022
David Thornton has stepped down from his role as Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Grimethorpe

It's Adventure time for Grimethorpe

July 13, 2022
A new education initiative aimed at inspiring young players has been launched by Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Bombay

Balkans, Baja and brass bands to get footfall tapping in Barnsley

July 08, 2022
Black Dyke, WFEL Fairey and Grimethorpe Colliery will add to the exotic sound mix in Barnsley next weekend.


Grimethorep

Transatlantic connections for Grimethorpe

June 22, 2022
Composer Johan de Meij and Lake Wobegon are the latest worldwide musical connections made by Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Brassed Off

Grimey set for another National victory...

May 24, 2022
The stage is set for Grimethorpe aka Grimley Colliery Band to win the National title once more at the Royal Albert Hall...


Jamie Smith

Smith takes principal role at Grimethorpe

May 05, 2022
Jamie Smith is the new principal cornet of Grimethorpe Colliery Band


European 2022

Result: 2022 European Championship: Composers Competition

May 01, 2022
The final of the 8th European Composers Competition has been won by Theo Rossier from Switzerland.


Birtwistle

Death of Sir Harrison Birtwistle

April 19, 2022
The death has been announced of one of the most important British compositional figures.


Frost

The touch of Frost returns to Grimey

March 04, 2022
From Quincy Jones to Wilfred Heaton for Mark Frost as the trombone star heads to Yorkshire Area with Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


David Thornton

Monday interview with David Thornton

January 24, 2022
We speak to the MD of Grimethorpe Colliery Band and the conductor of the RNCM Brass Band about the repertoire they will perform at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend.


Grimethorpe

75 years of brass and coal

January 18, 2022
The national newspaper will hopefully remember the link between brass bands and the National Coal Board this weekend thanks to photographer Lorne Campbell.


Surtaal

Grimethorpe engages in fusion music making

August 31, 2021
'Surtaal Celebrates' offers the opportunity to join musical forces with Grimethorpe, RSVP Bhangra and other leading musicians around the globe.


Varley

Media light shines on recovery support

April 06, 2021
Brass bands have managed to get a bit more media spotlight...


Grimethorpe

4BR Monday Interview with Andrew Coe

April 05, 2021
4BR talks to Andrew Coe, the Band Manager of Grimethorpe Colliery Band to find out more about their award from the Cultural Recovery Fund and why it is essential to safeguarding their post Covid-19 future.


Griomethorep

Grimethorpe Colliery Band gains Cultural Recovery support

April 02, 2021
The famous Yorkshire band also gains essential financial support as it plans its return to rehearsals, concerts and projects over the coming months.


Liz Lane

Interview with Liz Lane

March 11, 2021
4BR catches up with composer Liz Lane to find out more about her appointment as Composer in Association with Grimethorpe Colliery Band and her latest 'Bluebird' project.


Liz Lane

Liz Lane takes flight with lead role at Grimethorpe

March 08, 2021
Grimethorpe Colliery Band appoint Liz Lane as their new Composer-in-Association as the latest 'Bluebird' composition takes flight.


festive

Grimethorpe hope to add to festive joy

December 20, 2020
A reprise festive concert performance from Grimethorpe Colliery Band looks to add funds to the entertainment coffers.




Spring Festival

Spring Festival feedback welcomed by Mortimers

May 5 • If you have constructive feedback to offer on the recent Spring Festival weekend, then the organisers welcome your responses.


podcast

4BR Review podcast — European and Spring Festival focus

May 5 • Plenty of issues to discuss on the live podcast this Wednesday at 7.00pm — and you can have your say.


jOHN gILLAM

Death of John Gillam

May 4 • The death has been announced of the hugely respected player and administrator.


British Open

Result: 2026 Spring Festival Grand Shield

May 3 • Milnrow claims the Grand Shield honours to return to the British Open with Hepworth joining them.


Regent Hall Concerts - FiveBy5 Trumpet Quintet

Tuesday 5 May • Charlton House and Gardens. Charlton Road, . London. . SE7 8RE


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 8 May • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Wardle Anderson Brass Band - Wardle Junior Blast

Friday 8 May • Milnrow Parish Church, 16 Westward Ho, Milnrow, Rochdale OL16 3JX


Regent Brass - Woodbridge Excelsior Band and Russell Gray

Saturday 9 May • The Salvation Army (Regent Hall), Oxford Street, London W1C 2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Woodbridge Excelsior Band

Saturday 9 May • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Glossop Old Band

May 5 • Our friendly second section band are looking for a BB bass player to join us for contests, concerts and exciting new projects. Glossop Old Band is situated between Manchester and Sheffield and rich in history


East London Brass

May 5 • Solo Cornet: fresh off the back of our promotion to the Grand Shield, ELB are on the look out for a solo cornet player to complement our existing section. The band is ambitious and has an exciting second half of the year ahead.


Chinnor Silver

May 5 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (11th) at 11am and welcome players of all abilities.. Come and enjoy a relaxed rehearsal mixed genres of music with some very friendly folks with tea and cake. It does not impact your own band and its free


John Maines

BA (Hons)
Presenter, compere and conductor


               

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