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Death of Paul Walton
December 19, 2019
The brass band world has been shocked by the news of the death of the talented euphonium player Paul Walton.
Beatty makes the Cutt at Fairey
May 11, 2019
Jonathan Beatty will join Garry Cutt to form the new musical team at the helm at Fairey.
Fairey swoop for Irwin to take flight on soprano
May 10, 2019
North West giant announces the appointment of former Black Dyke soprano player Martin Irwin.
Fairey add to their line-up with new signings
January 18, 2019
Fairey look back and forward with their new signings ahead of their high profile RNCM Brass Band Festival appearance.
Davoren ends musical link with Fairey Band
September 26, 2018
Tom Davoren has told 4BR that he has left his role as Associate Conductor with Fairey Band with immediate effect.
New principals to lead Fairey to Open
July 20, 2018
Stephanie Wilkins and Adam Bokaris take on the principal cornet and solo euphonium roles with Fairey as they look towards Symphony Hall.
Neil takes on international role with Sterling
April 27, 2018
Fairey Band solo horn Rachel Neil becomes the latest Sterling Musical Instruments artist and clinician
Fountain link for Fairey in Utrecht
April 18, 2018
James Fountain will play principal cornet with Fairey Band at the forthcoming European Championship in Utrecht.
Gregson looking forward to a withdrawn revival
January 26, 2018
Composer Edward Gregson will be at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend to hear the first concert performance of his 'Concertante for Piano and Brass Band' for nearly 30 years.
Fairey open Daws for new signing Horsfield
January 25, 2018
The departure of Isobel Daws means the arrival of Charlotte Horsfield through the rehearsal room doors at Fairey.
Death of Herbert H. Howarth
November 13, 2017
The death has been announced of former CWS Manchester and Fairey Band player Bert Howarth.
New signings for Fairey as they look ahead to major challenges
August 05, 2017
Fairey announce a series of new signings as they look towards making their mark at the major championships in the second half of the 2017 season.
Hughes heads to Norway for new musical chapter
May 29, 2017
Paul Hughes relinquishes his role as principal cornet of Fairey Band to head to a new musical life in Norway.
Fairey renews youth support in Stockport
March 17, 2017
The Fairey Band has renewed it musical partnership with the Stockport Schools Senior and Intermediate Bands.
Interview with Garry Cutt
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Fairey MD Garry Cutt to find out more about their programme at the recent RNCM Festival and his hopes and aspirations for his band over the coming twelve months.
Hardy heads to wonderful, wonderful Copenhagen
December 28, 2016
Fairey tuba player Chris Hardy will be the latest high profile brass band export to make a home in Denmark.
Fairey opens Daws for young trombone star
December 06, 2016
Fairey Band announces the signing of the talented young trombonist Isobel Daws.
Funeral of Kenneth Dennison
November 08, 2016
Details are announced of the funeral for Kenneth Dennison
Death of Kenneth Dennison
October 20, 2016
The death has been reported of former Fairey Band Musical Director Kenneth Dennison.
Saynor returns to boost Fairey major assault
July 26, 2016
Tuba star Gavin Saynor returns to Fairey to boost their hopes of claiming major title silverware in Birmingham and London.
Fairey add experience to front row ranks
July 07, 2016
Norman Christie is the new old head on the front row cornet bench at Fairey.
Fairey set for another top class Acid trip
July 05, 2016
Almost 15 years after they started, Fairey is still on their remarkable Acid Brass trip — this time at the renowned Beat Herder Festival.
Fairey sign Owen Farr for Open Time travel
June 20, 2016
Tenor horn star Owen Farr will appear with Fairey Band at the British Open.
Muggeridge thanks for life saving help
June 03, 2016
Former Fairey baritone player Keith Muggeridge hopes to raise funds for the service that saved his life and helped him back to enjoy his brass banding again...
Blue is the colour Rovers is the name...
May 24, 2016
The Fairey Band will be playing their part in bringing the comedy story of football team Redbridge Rovers to life on Sky television this month...
