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David Childs

Flowers confirm Open leadership under Childs

August 08, 2017
David Childs has been confirmed as Principal Conductor at Flowers Band and will lead them at the British Open next month.


Andrew Smith

Smith puts family first as he retires from top role at Flowers

July 11, 2017
Andrew Smith has called time on his principal cornet role at Flowers Band


Signing

Flowers make Crompton signing

April 20, 2017
The experienced Carole Crompton takes on the solo baritone role at Flowers Band.


David Childs

Childs to assist with guest baton role with Flowers

April 12, 2017
Following the departure of Paul Holland, it has been announced that David Childs will lead the band as a guest conductor.


Paul Holland

Holland resigns from Flowers role

April 11, 2017
After eight years of unprecedented success Paul Holland has resigned from his role as Musical Director of Flowers Band


Court

Flowers Band issue Downie case statement

December 14, 2016
The Flowers Band issue a public statement concerning the legal case of former Band Manager and percussionist Lee Downie.


Flowers Band

Jameson takes euph lead from Childs at Flowers

August 05, 2016
Grant Jameson takes over the solo euphonium role at Flowers as David Childs confirms departure.


Grant Jameson

Jameson hits targets with £10,000 award

June 10, 2016
American euphonium star Grant Jameson claims the £10,000 top prize package after being selected as the winner of a Musicians Company Award.


Flowers

Report & Results: 2016 French Open

June 08, 2016
Flowers break the Da Vinci code to claim French Open title in Amboise with section wins for Lockwood, Amersfoort, Brass Berry and Brass Band Oceane.


Lee Downie

Flowers blow as driving force resigns

May 06, 2016
One of the main driving forces behind the Flowers Band has resigned from the Butlins and West of England Regional Champions.


Flowers Band

World Rankings: February update

February 26, 2016
Flowers blooming with early contest season success.


Flowers

New Turner exhibition at Flowers

January 23, 2016
The experienced duo of Chris Turner and Danny Winder add extra strength to Butlins Champions.


Flowers

Culross heads to Flowers for Open

August 24, 2015
An imminent family arrival sees Flowers sign Iain Culross and Harmen Vanhoorne to lead from the principal seat for British Open and National Final.


Folwers in action

Flowers draw acclaim for artistic exhibition

July 04, 2015
The Flowers Band has gained widespread critical acclaim for its musical contribution to the renowned Cheltenham Music Festival.


Paul Bennett

Flowers capture Bennett

June 25, 2015
The Butlins champion moves quickly to secure the services of former Fairey solo horn Paul Bennett.


Flowers

Flowers make double change ahead of Torquay

March 10, 2015
New faces on cornet and tuba for Flowers as they seek fourth successive win at West of England Area Championship.


Childs

Childs to take long road to Butlins

January 16, 2015
A high profile concert appearance in North Wales will be followed by a cross country trek to Skegness for David Childs this weekend.


Flowers in action

Flowers set for Swiss finale

December 17, 2014
The end of a memorable year sees Flowers get set for a pre-Christmas tour to Switzerland.


Flowers

Flowers gain Grant aid

December 09, 2014
Bultins champion welcomes American euphonium star to boost the ranks ahead of title defence.


Flowers

World Rankings: September update

September 28, 2014
Latest rankings following the recent British Open Championship and last weekend's lower section Nationals Finals.


Flowers

Flowers add extra depth for Open challenge

September 03, 2014
Grand Shield champion adds strength in depth to their British Open challenge with new signings.


flowers win

Report & Results: 2014 Grand Shield

April 26, 2014
The Flowers contesting juggernaut heads home from Blackpool loaded with more title winning silverware, as Hammonds Saltaire join them at the British Open.


Flowers Band

Say it with Flowers

April 01, 2014
The Flowers Band will be at the Grand Shield contest after all....


Flowers success

Flowers out of Grand Shield

April 01, 2014
Short priced favourites for Grand Shield title announce damaging split leaves Blackpool participation in doubt.


Holland and Downie

Interview with 2014 Butlins Champions Flowers

January 21, 2014
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the winning MD and Band Manager of the Flowers Band — 2014 Butlins Champion.




Melvin White

White honoured by Palace appearance

May 12 • Conductor Melvin White was honoured by an invitation to a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the banding movement.


Northern Trust

Smiles and positivity on inspirational Open Learning day

May 12 • The recent Northern Regional Brass Band Trust Open Learning Day proved to be a great success.


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: Calling (Naomi Rebecca Hill)

May 12 • The award winning composition is an ideal addition to any concert or entertainment contest programme.


RBC

RBC Open Day invite to students

May 12 • If you are considering studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, then an Open Day next month will give you all the details and inspiration you need.


Harlow Brass Band - SPRING CONCERT - AN ANIMATION SENSATION

Saturday 16 May • St Andrew's Methodist Church. The Stow. Harlow. CM20 3AF


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 17 May • Dorchester- Park Bandstand DT1 1RG


Newstead Brass - Mansfield MVC - Brass and Voices

Sunday 24 May • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West,. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


The Hepworth Band - Brassband Burgermusik Luzern

Saturday 30 May • Dewsbury Minster, Vicarage Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 8DD


Chinnor Silver

May 11 • We are looking for PERCUSSIONISTS to join us as we head into an exciting period for the band.Good and varied diary ahead.. We rehearse on Wednesdays in our own bandroom (so none of that tedious setting up and down)


Hathern Band

May 10 • Due to University placement we require a Bb Bass player- we are a First Section band based at our own band room in the village of Hathern LE12 5LJ Leicestershire (between M1 Jcts 23 & 24) and close to Lougborough and Nottingham Universities


Newstead Brass

May 10 • Newstead Brass are on the lookout for a talented 2nd BARITONE player to join our ambitious and hardworking Nottinghamshire-based Championship Section band.. A rare chance to become part of an ambitious brass band striving for even greater success together.


Andreas Kratz

Mus.B (hons)
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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