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Whitburn

Whitburn delight at Kapitol victory

March 30, 2021
Whitburn Band adds to its multi-media profile with latest online contest success.


Death of Sam Knox

February 10, 2021
The death has been announced of Whitburn Band stalwart, Sam Knox


Whitburn

Whitburn goes to Holyrood...

February 04, 2021
The 150 year history of the Scottish Open band has been marked in its nation's parliament.


Kerr

Besson sign up inspirational euph talent

January 26, 2021
Scott Kerr and Chris Shanks are the latest high profile signings to the Besson stable of performance artists.


Whitburn

Whitburn accolades for players

January 10, 2021
Whitburn Bands presents awards to players who have helped maintain the band's high profile media presence


Whitburn

Brucie bonus for Whitburn

January 06, 2021
The Scottish Open champion enjoys a high profile boost by reuniting with radio presenter Ken Bruce as well as getting a feature mention with Classic FM.


Bradley

Bradley reveals Silver Lining

November 17, 2020
Whitburn's principal cornet Chris Bradley provides a musical Silver Lining with his latest download CD release.


Whitburn

Bradley welcomed to Besson artist line-up

November 05, 2020
The highly respected Whitburn principal cornet becomes a Besson Artist.


Charlie

Whitburn shine light on Coronavirus lockdown effects

October 01, 2020
The BBC has spoken with the Scottish Open champion to find out how the Coronavirus has affected amateur music organisations in Scotland


Whitburn

Whitburn concert boosts Bank balance

July 17, 2020
Whitburn Band's recent 150th anniversary concert has also helped a local Food Bank Charity.


Whitburn

Whitburn invest in youth

June 25, 2020
18 year old baritone player Holly Bennett joins the Scottish Open champion.


Whitburn countdown to Lovatt lift-off

June 23, 2020
The Scottish Open Champion gives a little taste of what to expect from Mike Lovatt when they team up for their virtual 150th celebration concert this weekend.


Whitburn

Whitburn welcome Lovatt for virtual celebration

June 10, 2020
The great lead trumpeter Mike Lovatt will be joining Whitburn for afar for an innovative approach to their 150th concert celebrations.


Cutt

Whitburn make the Cutt for London

March 20, 2020
Whitburn will once again team up with Garry Cutt for the National Finals in October.


Whitburn

Tales, Sabres and Endurance on show at Whitburn

March 03, 2020
Whitburn will hold a special open rehearsal this week — with the chance to hear not one but three Scottish Championship test-pieces being played.


Cook

Cook brought in to stir Whitburn's Perth pot hunt

March 01, 2020
Joseph Cook will lead Whitburn Band at the forthcoming Scottish Championships in Perth


Whitburn

Whitburn presents annual awards

January 15, 2020
Players from all parts of the Whitburn Band organisation gained recognition at their recent annual awards presentations.


Whitburn

New quartet strengthens Whitburn's 150th anniversary challenge

January 06, 2020
Four new players join the ranks of the Scottish Open Champion as they prepare for what they hope will be a memorable 2020 on the contest and concert stage.


Perth Concert Hall

Report & Result: 2019 Scottish Open

November 23, 2019
Whitburn make it six wins in a row at the Scottish Open in Perth under Prof Nicholas Childs.


Garry Cutt

Young Scots to make the Cutt

November 07, 2019
Young brass and percussion players will have the chance to enjoy a workshop day with Garry Cutt and members of Fairey Band — as well as rounding off the day with a cracking concert appearance.


Wallace

Whitburn, Wallace and World Premieres

October 31, 2019
The renowned trumpet star John Wallace is to team up with Whitburn Band for a concert with world premieres at its heart.


Whitburn

Whitburn to open up on their Titan challenge

October 08, 2019
The Whitburn band previews its London challenge under the baton of Garry Cutt.


Signing

Whitburn strengthen ranks ahead of Symphony Hall

September 03, 2019
The Scottish Open champion will head to the British Open boosted by new signings and some returning stars...


Whitburn

Whitburn to showcase Dynasty challenge

August 31, 2019
The Scottish Open champion will be showcasing their British Open preparations ahead of their Symphony Hall challenge.


Whitburn

Whitburn part of 5 star review at Edinburgh Festival

August 20, 2019
The Scottish Open champion joins artistic forces for critically acclaimed concert performance as part of the Edinburgh International Festival.




Fodens

Foden's regional reach out for 2026

September 17 • If you want some of the Foden's Area Championship winning formula to rub off on you, then why not sign up for some early test-piece prep.


Brighouse

Brighouse principal is lead off for Banding Together

September 17 • In a new PR profile initiative for the event, Tom Smith talks about his link to the National Championships at the Royal Albert Hall.


Norway

Concerto test for Norwegian elite

September 17 • Flavours of Rumba, Ravel and riotous ostriches courtesy of Derek Bourgeois will test the Elite Division contenders at the 2026 Norwegian National Championships.


National Championships

2026 Regional Championship test-piece announced

September 17 • Works by Martin Ellerby, Andrew Wainwright, Philip Harper, Gordon Langford and Eric Ball will test bands in their qualification bids for the Albert Hall and Cheltenham next year.


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


Dobcross Silver Band - Milnrow Band

Sunday 21 September • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Haverhill Silver Band

September 17 • Haverhill Silver Band (Championship Section) seeks a FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). This is a superb opportunity to join East Anglia's premier brass band for the L&SC area contest, the Senior Cup, Whit Friday and beyond.


Cheltenham Silver Band

September 16 • Required:. Musical Director : Cheltenham Silver Academy Band Following the relocation of our current conductor we are looking for a progressive, passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Academy Band, and to support our continued improvement.


Chinnor Silver

September 16 • We need a Bass player (either Bb or Eb) and a percussionist to join our happy team! The band is promoted to the first section in 2026 and were also 2025 Second section National Finalists. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in our own bandroom in Chinnor


Michael Bennett

BSc, RNCM (Perf)
Performer, Composer, Arranger, Teacher


               

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