Previous Updates...
(updated 27th November 2006):
The band played in the West Midlands Brass Band Association contest at Leamington yesterday, and were delighted at gaining 2nd place in the First Section, improving on last weeks 3rd place at Leicester.
Thanks to everyone for their hard work over the last few weeks, including guest players Dave and Roger.
The hard work doesn't stop there and our busy Christmas programme starts up later this week. To hear the band play, please come to our Christmas concert on Friday 8th December at St Paul's Church, Church Road, Stockingford, Nuneaton. Tickets can be bought at the door.
(updated 20th November 2006):
The band have been very busy over the last few weeks rehearsing for a number of concerts and competitions. We played at Pontins on 4th November where we came 11th, and yesterday we played at Leicester, where we acheived 3rd place! We're playing again this coming Sunday at Leamington, before we launch into our busy Christmas period.
(updated 13th May 2006):
The band played to a packed audience last night at Bedworth Civic Hall. The band would like to thank everyone concerned, especially our two guest singers, Julie Hill and Colin Simmons, as well as our hard working conductor, Colin Randle.
We hope you enjoyed our concert! Colin did invite suggestions for our 10th anniversary concert next year, so why not send me an email? Email a suggestion by clicking here.
Finally, we have a new guestbook on the site after we had problems with the last one. If you fancy leaving a comment, please do so!
(updated 2nd May 2006):
Bedworth Brass will be kicking off their 2006 concert season with their ninth annual concert at The Civic Hall in Bedworth on Friday 12 May 2006.
This popular local band, based at the Nicholas Chamberlaine Technology College in Bedworth, has been working hard to prepare for this concert following a very successful season on the brass band contest circuit which saw them represent the town at the finals of the National Championships.
Following the success of last year’s concert the band have once again prepared a programme to demonstrate their wide and varied repertoire including a ‘big band’ section for which Musical Director of the band, Colin Randle has specially arranged a number of the pieces. Speaking on behalf of the band Colin commented “We are always seeking new ways to widen our audience base by challenging the traditional perception of brass band music. We are pleased to be joined for this concert by guest vocalists Julie Hill and Colin Simmons with whom we will showcase music from Mozart to Robbie Williams”.
If you are looking for something a little different, featuring local musicians performing to the highest standards, this event is not to be missed.
The concert at the Civic Hall is promoted by the band and tickets, priced at £6 each are available direct from the box office or by ringing 024 7633 4899.
The band would also like to take this opportunity to welcome some new players to the band. Gary Horne and Marcus Teagles have both joined on cornet and Edwin Stinton has joined on B flat Bass. Please see the updated players list for more details.
Finally, please visit our Events page for details of more concerts coming during the year!
(updated 2nd March 2006):
The players page has been updated with some more profiles. Why not take a look?! Click here.
(updated 15th February 2006):
We're working hard on the Area test piece at the moment and we've been arranging more band events for later in the year. For details of our programme so far, please visit the Events page.
Please also see the History page - I've added some photos of the old Wesleyan Reform Band and the old Bedworth Band.
(updated 14th January 2006):
Happy NewYear to everyone! We've had a busy time over the Christmas period with Christmas concerts and carol playing. We also fitted in two contests in November, and the results are shown in the results archive.
We currently have a vacancy for a Soprano player - please see the vacancy page for more details. More updates will follow shortly, once we've put together details of our concert programme for 2006.
(updated 28th October 2005):
Results page updated
(updated 11th September 2005): Press Release
Bedworth Brass are delighted to report that after a three year absence they returned to their home town at the beginning of September 2005 and will now be permanently based at Nicholas Chamberlaine Technology College in Bedworth.
A series of rehearsals were held there earlier this year as the band temporarily required a larger space to practise whilst preparing a ‘Big Band’ set for their Annual Concert at the Civic Hall in Bedworth. This led to further discussions and a subsequent invitation from the college to rehearse regularly in the purpose built Phoenix Theatre located in the grounds.
The move comes as Bedworth Brass prepare for the finals of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain in Harrogate on 25 September 2005, where they will represent the Midlands Area in the First Section. Timed to coincide with this appearance, Bedworth Brass recently took delivery of a new set of made to measure uniforms. The band have been working hard for the past few years, undertaking additional concerts and fundraising to replace their existing jackets, and are delighted to have finally accrued sufficient funds to complete the £7,000 purchase.
Speaking for Bedworth Brass, Dave Lilly commented “We are grateful for the fantastic support we have received from the Nuneaton Ex-Serviceman’s Club where we have been based since 2002. They stepped in to offer us a base when our previous rehearsal venue in Bedworth closed and the Club Stewards Paul and Pam could not have been more accommodating. The invitation to return to Bedworth, rehearsing in a purpose built acoustic with the opportunity to involve brass students at the school in the future of the band was, however, too good to turn down. We are enjoying preparing for the National Finals with our Musical Director Colin Randle and these recent developments have given the band a real boost.”
End of Press Release.
Congratulations!
The band played at the service, and would like to wish them a long and happy future together!
The Rehearsal page has been updated with details of our new venue, and the multimap link has been amended.
Events page updated, with details of upcoming contests and concerts.
During October we are performing at the Civic Hall in Bedworth with the Choral Society. Tickets are £8, with concessions at £6. Tickets are available through the Civic Hall Box Office, or through Dave Lilly, who can be contacted on 02476 334899.
Photos added to Formal Photos page, and Other Photos...
We've been keeping busy preparing for the National Brass Band Championships later on this month, but still made time to play at Allesley Park in Coventry last week. We even tried on our new uniforms - please see the front page and the photo pages.
(updated 15th August 2005):
Vacancies page updated - applications welcome from Flugel players!
(updated 2nd May 2005):
We'll be holding our 8th Annual Concert at Bedworth Civic Hall on Friday 13th May 2005. For more details, please click here.
(updated 13th March 2005):
Following our success at the Midland Regional Championships last week, we now have an opening for an Assistant Principal Cornet. Please see the vacancies page for more details.
(updated 6th March 2005):
The band played at the Midland Regional Championships yesterday, and are delighted to announce that they came 2nd and qualified for the National Finals at Harrogate later in the year.
The last few months have involved a lot of work, and the band would especially like to thank conductor Colin Randle for all his hard work and patience !
(updated 4th February 2005):
- Players page updated.
- Events page updated.
(updated 22nd November 2004): Concerts and Contests !
Since the last update the band has been very busy with concerts and contests. On Remembrance Sunday we took part in the Parade and the Church service in Bedworth in the morning. We then put on a Remembrance Concert at the Ex-Serviceman's Club in Nuneaton in the evening.
We also found time to enter two competitions - we competed at Pontin's in Prestatyn at the end of October and yesterday we played in Leicester. Please visit the Results page for more details.
Other updates:
- Players page updated.
- Vacancy page updated.
- Events page updated.
(updated 16th September 2004): New Contest/Concert Secretaries
Following Maurice Farndon's retirement last week, the band has made two new appointments. Dave Lilly and Martyn Pattinson (pictured below) have taken on the positions of Concert Secretary and Contest Secretary respectively. Dave and Martyn's details are shown on our Contacts page.
The band would like to say thank you to both !
Other updates:
- Contacts page updated.
- Site appearance updated.
- Events page updated.
- Vacancy page updated.
(updated 14th September 2004): Band Secretary Retires
On Saturday 11th September the band played at Bedworth Almshouses as part of Heritage Week and said 'Goodbye' to Maurice Farndon. One of the founding members of Bedworth Brass, Maurice has played B flat Bass and been Band Secretary for many years. He has decided to leave the band due to work commitments and to enjoy other pursuits.
The band would like to thank Moz for all his hard work over the years, and wishes him well for the future.
Other updates:
- News moved to a new page
- Photos added to player's profiles and the MD page
- Events page updated
- Contacts page updated
(updated 23rd May 2004):
Annual Concert at the Civic Hall in Bedworth. Click here to see the kind of pieces we'll be playing.....
We are pleased to announce that we will be performing at the Civic Hall in Bedworth on 4th June 2004.
To get tickets for this spectacular event, please contact Dave Lilly who would love to hear from you! Alternatively, contact the Box Office at the Civic Hall on 024 7637 6707.
Other updates:
- Players page updated - welcome to Steve Holmes and Annette Gardner from all in the band!
- Vacancies page updated
(updated 1st April 2004):
Events page updated.
(updated 29th March 2004):
We currently have a vacancy for a Musical Director. Please see the MD page for more details.
Other changes:
- Vacancy Page updated.
- Site maintenance
(updated 8th March 2004): Results page updated from the Regional Championships.
(updated 17th February 2004): Hi folks!
The following updates have been done:
- Players page updated - welcome to Andy Gardner from all in the band!
- Events page updated with dates for concerts and contests for 2004 (more to follow when dates confirmed).
- Results from 2003 have been added to the Archive page.
- New Results page added for 2004.
(updated 1st February 2004): Press Release
Bedworth Brass, based near Coventry, enter 2004 on a high following their most successful year to date on the contest circuit. Highlights included wins at the Wychavon and Belvoir Castle entertainment contests with second and fourth places respectively at the Leamington and Leicester contests at the end of 2003.
On the playing side the band are delighted to welcome Andy Gardner to the cornet section in time for the Area Contest. Formerly principal cornet player for Rolls Royce (Coventry) band before taking some time away from banding, Andy deputised at contests for the band in the latter part of 2003 and has now decided to make the move permanent.
Unfortunately the band were disappointed to learn just prior to Christmas that their Musical Director, David Williams, will be leaving the band after the Area Contest due to work commitments requiring him to spend time in Italy over the coming months. Band Secretary, Maurice Farndon, commented "David's enthusiasm and drive over the last couple of years have really pushed the band forward and the recent contest successes owe a lot to his hard work. Having only been promoted to the First Section in 2001 we feel that he has developed us to a standard where we can now hold our own in this section."
The band will be advertising shortly for a replacement to commence with the band in early March 2004. In the meantime any interested applicants are welcome to apply to Maurice Farndon on 02476 313083.
End of Press Release.
Congratulations!
Another player profile added.
(updated 11th January 2004): Another profile added to the Players page.
(updated 8th January 2004): Sorry for the lack of updates recently, but with Christmas, and all the carolling it's been very busy! I've added some more player's profiles to the site (yes Rob, I've added you at last!). I'll be adding some expected concert/contest dates for 2004 shortly.
Happy New Year!
Julie.
(updated 1st December 2003):
Prizes at Leamington !
The last couple of weekends have been very busy, as we took part in contests held in both Leicester and Leamington. We came 4th at Leicester and yesterday achieved 2nd place at Leamington! See our results page for details.(updated 9th November 2003):
- More profiles added to Players page
- Site maintenance
(updated 29th October 2003):
- Pontin's result added
- More player's profiles added
(updated 21st October 2003):
Rehearsals page updated - link to multimap.com added
(updated 16th October 2003):
Another profile added. Click here or see the Players page
(updated 14th October 2003):
The first player profiles have been added to the site. Martyn and I have been the brave ones to volunteer for this honour... more to follow shortly. Please click here or see the Players page.
Site maintenance - old updates moved to a separate page
Julie(updated 6th October 2003): Site maintenance
- Players list moved to new page
- Musical Director moved to new page
- email addresses updated on contacts page
- menu images altered
- link added to buttongenerator.com
- frame margins altered for 800x600 resolution
(updated 2nd October 2003):
Following our win at Wychavon, we now have some pictures. Click here to see them. Thanks to Colin for the photos!
(updated 29th September 2003):
We're happy to announce we achieved 1st place in our section at the Wychavon Festival of Brass! The contest was on Sunday 28th September - please see the results page for details of our programme, or click here.
Link to theMouthpiece.com added. Click here, or see the links page.
(updated 23rd September 2003):
New page added to the site!
We currently have a vacancy in the band. For more details, please visit the Vacancies page, by either using the link on the menu bar on the left, or clicking here.
Link to 4barsrest News added. See bottom of page.
Site maintenance - old updates moved to a separate page.
(updated 15th September 2003):
Welcome back to our website!
Sorry for the lack of updates recently, but the hard drive crashed on my computer and it's been away for the last 9 weeks... It's all fixed at last, so here are the latest updates:
Results page updated from our competition at Belvoir Castle back in July.
List of players updated to include our 3rd Cornet player - sorry I didn't update you sooner Pete!
More updates to follow shortly... Julie
(updated 29th May 2003):
Annual Concert at the Civic Hall in Bedworth. Click Here for the Programme.
We are pleased to announce that we will be performing at the Civic Hall in Bedworth on 6th June 2003. The theme of our 6th Annual Concert will be 'Music from Stage and Screen' and will feature The North Warwickshire Singers.
To get tickets for this spectacular event, please contact Dave Lilly who would love to hear from you! Alternatively, contact the Box Office at the Civic Hall on 024 7637 6707.
Photo from Buxton added, see Photos page.
(updated 24th May 2003): Programme added for the Civic Hall Concert.
(updated 10th May 2003): Results page updated.
(updated 27th April 2003): Contest list updated. See Events page. Photos added. See Photos page
(updated 13th April 2003): Concert list updated. See Events page.
© Bedworth Brass 2002