New Members The band is delighted to have two members – Jeremy (Sop) and Gemma(2nd Baritone) who have recently moved to the area from Wales. You are both very welcome additions. Sad News The band were very saddened recently to hear that Mr Rod Lewis had passed away. Rod was the conductor of the junior … [Read more…]
New Principal Cornet (01/10/2009) Paul Cooper (previously the bands Soprano player) has taken over the reins as principal cornet following the departure of Steve Tarry. Ex Army band master Paul has a wealth of playing and conducting experience and will be an asset to the band in his new position. Fleetwood Contest 5th October 2009 … [Read more…]
UPDATE- COMINGS AND GOINGS (30/09/09) In August the band had to bid a fond and reluctant farewell to two players: Principal Cornet Steve Tarry- Steve has moved to a new job in Dubai. Phil Webb 2nd Cornet – Phil has decided the time has come to retire after a good 21 years (or so) . … [Read more…]
Feb 8th – Preston Contest 3rd Section. Despite a ridiculously early Sunday morning start for many in the band it seemed that everyone had woken up enough to provide a great performance when the time came at Preston today. Playing 2nd out of 16 the band secured the excellent result of 4th place. Many thanks … [Read more…]
Oct 12th 2008 – Fleetwood Contest Drawn 9th of 9 bands and playing Goff Richards ‘Oceans’ the band achieved 2nd place in the 3rd section at Fleetwood today. After a few years out of the contest scene this is an excellent achievement. It reflects the hard work put in by all and especially the consistent … [Read more…]
Sept 10th Grand Charity event in Memory of Rachel Holland. Following the loss of his Sister, Rachel (a fine Euphonium player with North Fylde Band) earlier this year, Ian Holland (E flat Bass) has arranged a charity event to raise money for the Heart Unit at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. a charity for which Rachel donated … [Read more…]
August 31st 2008 Out goings, In comings and Graduations A few little updates to report: The band has had to bid farewell to two members recently: Ted Sykes (2nd Euph) and Peter Hull (Bass Trom) After many years commitment Ted has now hung up his Euph to spend more time with his family and Peter … [Read more…]
March 16th 2008 – 1st Prize at South Cumbria Music Festival Congratulations to Steve and the band on their win at Ulverston on Sunday. Entering the 4th section and unregistered bands competion and playing a march (The Contestor), hymn tune, a general piece (A Salford Sinfonietta) the band beat 3 others to take first prize … [Read more…]
New Members for 2008 The band is delighted to welcome 4 new members to the band:- Stuart Beaver – Solo cornet Keith Grills- 3rd Cornet Adam Taylor – 2nd Baritone Peter Hull- Bass Trombone Hope you all enjoy being in the band.
Xmas Concert 16th December The bands final concert of 2007 ended with recognition for long service and a debut. Mr Andrew Swann, solo cornet and long suffering chairman received a surprise speech and presentation from his daughter and solo horn player Nicola for 40 years membership in the band. Andrew was thanked and commended on … [Read more…]