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14/10/2026

We're delighted to announce the programme for our upcoming performance at the Regent Hall Brass Arts Festival on Saturday 31st October.

Once again, we're performing a programme curated by composer Philip Sparke. In his 75th year, he has brought together a selection of his own music alongside a few band favourites of his choosing.

FIRST HALF
Jubilee Overture – Philip Sparke
Prelude on an Irish Folk Tune – Philip Sparke
Manhattan – Cornet Soloist Iain Culross
Music of the Spheres – Philip Sparke

SECOND HALF
Lakeland Variations – Philip Sparke
Dream Song – Euphonium Soloist Peter McDonough
Disney Fantasy – arr. Goff Richards
Sanctuary – Philip Sparke
Rhapsody in Brass – Dean Goffin

📅 Saturday 31st October, 19:30
📍 Regent Hall, 275 Oxford Street, London W1C 2DJ

Disney Fantasy? we can hear you ask - you'll just have to come to find out why!

10/10/2026

𝗞𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗬 𝗫 𝗗𝗢𝗕𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 ❄️🎺

We're delighted to share the stage with the fantastic Dobcross Youth Band from Saddleworth for a very special concert in Uppermill!

Expect some of our own soloists in the spotlight, plus a few festive numbers featuring the Youth Band's principal players.

Earlier in the day, our brilliant tutors will lead workshops for the young musicians of Dobcross, ahead of a spectacular massed bands finale in the evening.

🗓️ Saturday 5th December
⏰ 7pm (doors open 6pm)
📍 Civic Hall, Lee St, Uppermill OL3 6AE

Tickets available via the link in the comments 👇

03/10/2026

The band are really pleased with the performance today at the iconic Royal Albert Hall.

Thanks to the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain and their volunteers for all their help and stage management.

Next we're onto Regent hall on 31st October, followed by our huge world premier of Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave at Ally Pally on 1st November!

26/09/2026

Tomorrow: A Jubilee Overture
Sunday 27th September, 3:00pm | Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Manchester | 70 minutes | Free entry

A few people have asked why tickets aren't showing as available. That's because the concert is now free to attend, so there's no need to book – just come along on the day.

For those driving, the nearest multi-storey car park is marked with the orange circle on the map below.

Programme:
Jubilee Overture
Lakeland Variations
Manhattan (cornet soloist: Iain Culross)
A Road Less Travelled By
Music of the Spheres

25/09/2026

Here's our fantastic solo horn player Emma Conway making the opening of Sparke's "Music of the Spheres" sound absolutely effortless at the British Open.

We’re performing "Music of the Spheres" again this Sunday in Manchester, alongside the National Finals test piece, "A Road Less Travelled By", at our Philip Sparke concert.

Admission is free, 15:00 Sunday 27th September, Cosmo Rodewald concert hall, Manchester University!

If you’d like to rewatch the many fantastic performances from the contest, head to British Open Brass Band Championship.

23/09/2026

This Sunday - Curated by Philip Sparke - The Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall Manchester - 15:00

Featuring Iain Culross performing Manhattan, a fantastic cornet solo by Philip, which showcases the tone and technical ability of the cornet.

Here's Iain performing the cornet solo from "Music of the Spheres" from the recent British Open event which will also be on the programme.

18/09/2026

🎺A Jubilee Overture: Curated by Philip Sparke – Programme🎺

We are pleased to announce that the forthcoming concert celebrating composer Philip Sparke's 75th year will be free to attend, as part of a newly formed partnership with the University of Manchester Music Department. It is the first in a series of performances the band will give at the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall.

The concert takes place on Sunday 27th September at 3:00pm at Martin Harris Centre, off Oxford Road. The concert runs for 70 minutes with no interval.

With both the 2026 British Open and National Finals set pieces on the same programme, it promises to be a fantastic afternoon in this fabulous venue.

Programme:
Jubilee Overture
Lakeland Variations
Manhattan (cornet soloist: Iain Culross)
A Road Less Travelled By
Music of the Spheres

15/09/2026

🎬 Wallace & Gromit on the big screen — with every note performed LIVE by The Fairey Band! 🎺

Alexandra Palace Theatre London, Sunday 1st November. Two shows, three films — including the WORLD PREMIERE live score of A Close Shave.

🎟️ Family deal: 25% off when you book both shows → https://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/wallace-gromit-brass-band/

13/09/2026

The British Open is one of the most prestigious contests, and by all accounts, this year’s field was absolutely outstanding from start to finish, on a terrific piece of music.

It is always an honour to perform on the iconic Birmingham Symphony Hall stage. While our performance didn’t quite find favour this time around, we’d like to thank everyone for the positive comments and support following our performance.

All of our soloists played brilliantly, with a special mention to our Solo Horn player, Emma Conway, who was outstanding.

Congratulations to Foden's on a fantastic victory!

The band will be back in the bandroom tomorrow night as preparations continue for our upcoming Music of Philip Sparke concert, before we head to the Royal Albert Hall the following week for the National Finals.

Find the link to tickets in the comments below 🎟️👇

31/08/2026

We’re delighted to be performing at Glossop Band Club this Sunday, ahead of the British Open Championships in Birmingham next weekend! 🏆

As part of our programme, the band will be performing this year’s British Open set work, Philip Sparke’s excellent 'Music of the Spheres' 🪐

Join us from 2pm on Sunday 6th September for an afternoon of fantastic music, featuring some of the band’s incredible soloists, as we launch the new concert season at Glossop Band Club.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🩵

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