Oct 8th Band re energises search for a sponsor
With the recent loss of our partnership with the Sale Sharks rugby team, Stockport Brass is launching another push to find a sponsor to help the band continue from strength the strength. If anyone out there is interested in sponsoring the band in any form, then please contact us
The band are also offering our services during the forthcoming festive period, please see our Xmas 2008 section
May 19th Band does well at the Whits
The Band had a field day at this years Whit Friday march contests held in Saddleworth and Tameside. The band managed to get through 10 contests all in the Tameside area and have come away with a total of 11 prizes, finishing 3rd overall in the Tameside district.
Broadoak - 44 Bands
1. Fairey
2. Glossop
Best Local: Stockport Brass
Denton - 48 bands (record)
1. Stockport Brass
2. Hebden Bridge
3. Fodens Richardson
Best Trombone: Stockport Brass
Deportment: Stockport Brass
Dukinfield - 47 Bands (record)
1. Fodens
2. Faireys
3. Stockport Brass
Solo Cornet: Stockport Brass
Heyrod - 40 (record)
1. Fodens Richardson
2. Stockport Brass
3. Faireys
Hurst Cross - 54 Bands
1. Leyland
2. Fodens
3. Fairey
Best Local: Stalybridge; 2. Stockport Brass
Stalybridge - 53 bands
1. Fodens
2. Fairey
3. Stockport Brass
Upper Mossley - 45 bands
1. Fodens
2. Fairey
3. Glossop
Best Local: 1. Stockport Brass
Solo Cornet: Stockport Brass
May 12th Band have busy weekend
Stockport Brass had a very busy weekend just gone. The band were playing in the Spring Festival Grand Shield contest in Blackpool and requested an early draw, so that some of the band could attend the play off match at Sale Sharks.
The band put up a fantastic performance in Blackpool, finishing a creditable 7th place out of 22 bands. You can read about the bands performance here. Some of the band members then shot of back to Stockport to play for Sale Sharks in their play off game against London Irish. Unfortunately, Sale had an off day, failing to qualify for the finals, losing 17 - 7.
Some of the band playing their hearts out to try and spur on Sale
Apr 22nd Band play in front of 10,000 Sale fans
The Band has is continuing its relationship with Sale Sharks, playing in front of over 10,000 fans this weekend as Sale took on Johnny Wilkinson's Newcastle Falcons. It was another fantastic day and Sale again won 53 -10.
Apr 10th The return of caption of the month
Due to popular demand, caption of the month has made a return, as usual, please send your entries in via the guestbook.
Apr 5th Band receives excellent response from Sale Supporters
The Band has been receiving some excellent praise from the supporters of Sale Sharks following their performances at the match against French team Brive in the European Challenge Cup. The players thoroughly enjoyed themselves in what was a fantastic evening and it was made even better by Sale winning the match Sale 49 Brive 24.
You can read all the amazing comments posted about the band here
Apr 1st Band to play at Sale Sharks
Stockport Brass will be adding to the atmosphere this coming Friday as Sale Sharks take on French club Brive in the European Challenge Cup quarter final. It's not the first time the band has appeared on the hallowed turf at Edgeley Park, as they appeared for Stockport County earlier in the season.
Mar 16th North West Area
Stockport Brass made its first appearance at the Areas under their new identity, and came in a creditable 6th place. Full results as follows;
Results for the 2008 North West
Regional Championships from the Winter Gardens, Blackpool.
Winter Gardens, Blackpool
Number of Bands: 74
Sunday 9 March: All Sections
Championship Section
Opera House
Adjudicator: Dennis Wilby
Festival Music - Eric Ball
Commences: 1530
1. Fodens Richardson, G. Cutt, 4, 192
2. Leyland, J. Katsikaris, 9, 190
3. Fairey, P. Chalk, 5, 189
4. Wingates, A. Berryman, 3, 187
5. United Co-op (Crewe), J. Sparkes, 10, 186
6. Stockport Brass, M. Fowles, 6, 185
7. United Co-op Milnrow, J. Ward, 11, 184
8. Bactiguard Wire Brass, P. Andrews, 2, 183
9. Timperley, D. Evans, 7, 182
10, Pemberton Old JJB Wigan, M. Peacock, 8
11, Freckleton, P. Dalton, 1
Mar 16th Band Thanks Eric!
ERIC CROSTHWAITE
Back in some part of 1967, or possibly before, a few colleagues, who worked for and were members of the social section of what was then the GPO, got together and decided to form a brass band. The results of these proceedings was the formation in 1967 of The Stockport Telephone Band.
The band has undergone a few name changes in its history since that formation. The POEU band, Post Office Engineering Union. The NCU band, National Communications Union. The BT band, British Telecom, and most latterly Stockport Brass.
One ever present feature of the band during all the past 41 years and name changes has been Eric Crosthwaite.
Eric has never been a playing member of the band but has been a member of, and headed up the back room staff, during all this period. He has overseen the management of many players, a few musical directors, many concerts and contests. He has arranged many coaches, hotels, venues, and the not to be forgotten, legendary hot pot suppers at Woodley Civic Hall.
Above all he has overseen the band progress to perform at the highest levels. He has worked tirelessly to strive to improve the band. He was a key member of the team who set up the sponsorship with BT, a sponsorship that lasted for 20 years.
The bands standing and consistent performances could not have been achieved without the work undertaken by the back room staff, and Eric in particular. Spending 20 years in the Championship Section including an unbroken spell for the last 16 years after winning the 1992 1st section National Championships in their 1st year of being introduced.
Like all good things however, they come to an end, Eric has decided it is time to retire from day to day involvement with management of the band, having retired from real work a few more years ago than he might care to remember, he always says he doesn’t know how he found time to go out to work.
Proof of that is his voluntary work with the North West Area brass bands, he has been officiating today. And with family with grandchildren who live a distance away, and other groups he is involved with organising, the word retirement doesn’t quite seem correct.
Stockport Brass would like to recognise the huge contribution Eric has made to the band and the brass band world. It is unusual these days to see such involvement for so long in the running of an organisation. His commitment, hard work and above all professional approach to it all has been much appreciated.
Thank You Eric from all current, past, and, we hope, future members of the band.
Jan 20th Band announce new signings
Stockport Brass are pleased to announce two major new signings this month. Firstly Matt Blunt has joined the Bass ranks joining on Eb Bass and also the band welcome Tom Swatland who joins on SoloTrombome from the Leyland band. Read all about Tom on his profile, Matts will be available shortly.
Dec 22nd Band play for County and Mayor!
The band have been busy this week raising the profile of the newly named Stockport Brass. Earlier in the week the band were fortunate enough to play for the Mayor of Stockport and just today, the band have been on centre circle at Stockport County entertaining the crowd for the game against Grimsby Town.
The band wil now be taking a well earned rest over the festive period and are looking forward to the new year in a new era for the band.
Dec 5th New name, new faces, and some old ones too!
The band are delighted to welcome back some old friends of the band and also some new faces. Firstly Steve Taylor returns to his chair on the back row and we are delighted Steve has decided to return to his roots and take up his old position. Also joining the vastly experienced back row is Holly Dolman who has decided to return to blowing following a period of partying!
Secondly, another old face returns in the form on Matt Jolly on Bass Trombone, Matt left the band over a year ago to pastures new, however, he has decided to come back to replace Shaun Farington who has been offered a conducting position. We wish Shaun all the best wagging his stick.
Finaly the band would also like to extend a warm welcome to Matt Blunt who has joined on Eb Bass. Matt is currently studying at Chethams School of Music.
Nov 22nd BT Band to rename
The BT Band is proud to announce that it will now be called Stockport Brass. The band has recently lost the sponsorship from BT and will perform under the new name following the Preston concert on the 7th December.
The band recently featured on Granada reports last Thursday to try and raise awareness regarding the current lack of sponsorship. If there is anyone that can help with sponsoring the band, please contact us
watch the clips on the link below
http://www.itvlocal.com/granada/news/?player=GRA_News_26&void=121899
Stockport Brass with Granada TV presenter Paul Crone
Nov 12th 40th Band welcomes new additions
The BT Band would like to welcome 2 new additions to the ranks, firstly Marcus Jones, who had joined on Bb Bass. Marcus has a wealth of experience and has helped the band out on numerous occasions in the past. Also joining the band is Holly Dolman who joins the very experienced back row.
Both player profiles will be added shortly.
Nov 12th 40th Anniversary Reunion Party
The BT Band are looking for ex-members for their 40th Anniversary Reunion
Party on Friday 23rd November, to be held at the Great Moor Conservative Club in
Stockport.
There are many players who have played with BT in its various forms and moved on
to other bands around the country, and we would like to bring together as many
of these players as possible to reminisce and celebrate the past 40 years.
The band was formed in 1967 as the Stockport Telephone Band, later becoming the
Post Office Union Engineering Band, until sponsorship was taken over by BT in
1987. The band were the first ever 1st Section National Champions at the
inaugural contest in 1992, thus moving into the Championship Section where they
have remained ever since.
The band have so far celebrated their 40th year in terrific style, starting off
by winning Preston Contest in January, and continuing their contest achievements
with significant success at the Whit Friday marches.
The highlight of the year so far was the trip to the Isle of Man in October
where BT joined forces with the Onchan Band, who were celebrating their 70th
anniversary. The joint concert featured a world premiere of The Enigma Machine
by Paul Lovatt-Cooper, which was commissioned especially for the bands
anniversary, marking the involvement of the post
office workers in the war who helped to decode the enigma code.
Following the recent announcement of the loss of sponsorship, the BT Band would
like to show that they re very much alive and kicking!
For further information please contact Pete Shaw
pete.g.shaw@bt.com or Helen Varley
Helen@topbrass.co.uk
or 07751140443)
Oct 3rd Website updated
After a lengthy spell, the website is finally in the process of being updated, apologies to all for the lack of updates recently
Jun 12 Contest updates
The band have been busy in the contest field of late firstly entering the Grand Shield contest where we finished 11th, then just recently taking part in the annual Whit Friday March contests held at Tameside and Saddleworth where the band entered 11 contests and came away with a prize at 9 of the contests entered.
Full results of both contest are detailed below;
Broadoak:
45 bands
1. Rothwell
2. BT
3. Ashton-Under-Lyne
4. Pennine Brass
5. Fairey
6. Roberts Bakery
Carrbrook
47 bands
1. Pennine Brass
2. Fairey
3. Ashton under Lyne
4. BT
5. YBS
6. Glossop Old
Denton
44 bands
1. Pennine Brass
2. Glossop
3. Fodens Richardson
4. Stalybridge Old
5. BT
6. United Co-op Crewe
Best Cornet: BT
Best Deportment: BT
Droylsden
28 bands
1. YBS
2. Fodens Richardson
3. Rothwell Temperance
4. BT
5. Pennine Brass
6. Middleton
Dukinfield
41 bands
1. Fodens Richardson
2. BT
3. Ashton under Lyne
4. Fairey
5. YBS
6. Glossop Old
Heyrod
34 Bands
1. YBS
2. Fodens Richardson
3. Ashton under Lyne
4. Rothwell Temperance
5. Pennine Brass
6. BT
Hurst Village
50 bands
1. Black Dyke
2. Faireys
3. BT
4. Fodens Richardson
5. Pennine Brass
6. YBS
Stalybridge
41 bands
1. Fodens Richardson
2. Fairey
3. Rothwell Temperance
4. BT
5. Pennine Brass
6. United Co-op Crewe
Best Local: 1. BT
Stalybridge Celtic
45 bands
1. Black Dyke
2. Fodens Richardson
3. Rothwell Temperance
4. Pennine Brass
5. BT
6. YBS
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Mar 22nd BT member to star in cult kids TV show
Band member Nigel Hughes said he was over the moon at being asked to star in the hit kids TV show from the 70's. Nige said although he was pleased at being ask, he was slightly disappointed that it wasn't the remake of the other classic kids TV show the Clangers, as he felt he would have suited that part more!
Mar 12th BT at the areas
The band entered the North West
regional area contest this weekend and finished a creditable, but slightly
disappointing 4th place. The band were in excellent form and put on a great
performance.
Special mention must go the guys that helped us out this weekend. Firstly Andy
Dellerman who played 2nd man and was fantastic. Kim Thorpe who stepped in in
place of Jamie on Solo Euph who put in an excellent display on the day with that
difficult solo. Then there was Steph Conway who played Solo Trom and did a
fine job, and last but not least, Craig Cubitt on percussion who was also great.
The full results were as follows;
Championship Section
Empress Ballroom
Adjudicator: James Scott
Results:
1. Foden’s Richardson, G. Cutt, 5, 194
2. Leyland, R. Gray, 8, 192
3. Wingates, A. Berryman, 1, 191
4. BT, M. Fowles, 10, 190
5. Fairey, Major P. Parkes, 2, 188
6. United Co-op Milnrow, A. White, 3, 186
7. Pemberton Old Wigan JJB, M. Peacock, 6, 185
8. Blackburn & Darwen, N. Sheppard, 11, 184
9. Freckleton, P. Dalton, 4, 183
10. Bactiguard Wire Brass, P. Andrews, 7, 182
11. Vernon Building Society Poynton, A. Lawton MBE, 9, 181
A full report of the day will appear shortly, once Helen has got her typing fingers out!
Mar 12th Goodbye Claire!
The band are sorry to lose the services of long term 1st horn player Claire Smith. Claire is moving away from the area to start a new family and this weekends contest at Blackpool was her last appearance in the blue BT jacket!
Everyone at the band wishes her well and would like to thank Claire for the enthusiasm and dedication she has shown over the past 8years she has been with the band, and she will be missed by everyone. Good luck Claire!!
Feb 5th Band take Brass at the Guild Crown
The band entered the 2007 Brass at the Guild contest and came away with the top prize. Below is a short report that appeared on the popular Brass band website 4barsrest;
"Those who admire the sound produced in a
receptive hall with a warm ambience will relish the prospect of hearing the
bands playing at the English National to be held at the Preston Guild Hall in
June later this year. At the close of the Championship Section adjudicator James
Scott spoke of his pleasure at the resurgence of lyrical playing that he had
heard at this contest.
As well as the need for technique, he added, he wanted to be 'moved' by a
performance and there was no doubt in his mind that BT Band conducted by Mike
Fowles provided that quality at this contest. Taking 'Partita' (Philip Sparke)
they led from Derwent Brass with 'Paganini Variations' (Philip Wilby). Keith
Leonard guided them in to the runners-up spot with Soprano Cornet Dai Roberts
collecting the best solo award."
The band celebrated in true style and many sore heads were around the next day; a full report of the days event will be available shortly.
Jan 26th; Caption of the month returns!
Due to our regular trip down London, where we usually obtain some excellent photo opportunities, we have decided to bring back that old favorite "caption of the month" As normal, suggestions on the guestbook please.
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Jan 26th; BT v's Faireys On 23rd January the 5-a-side teams of the BT and Fairey bands met at the JJB soccerdome for a Stockport derby (although it was suspected there were a couple of deps on the pitch). The BT side were supported by the WAGs (Women Astroturf Groupies) who occasionally gave a lame cheer when a goal was scored, but were too scared to cheer any louder in case the goalie directed his glares at us. We think the game was based on the 4-4-2 format that helped Utd to win the treble in 1999 when Alex Ferguson was in the box, I mean manager. The start was slower than the cornet section playing Cry of the Celts, but the BT side gained the edge after 20 minutes when the stamina of the Faireys side started to drop (BT were possibly helped by having 6 players, forcing them to take it in turns to have a rest). Bass player Graham Kean put the rest of our side to shame and saved us from humiliation by scoring 2 (might have been 3) goals. Pete did a great tackle and delivered a painful sounding kick at Fairey’s percussionist Haz, nearly joining Robbie Savage on the stretcher, and at one point BT had an impressive 8-4 lead (or it may have been 8-5, Renate kept losing score). However, the slightly more youthful Fairies side made a good recovery from a dodgy opening to equal the score, whilst the girls wondered whether the offside rule applies to 5-a-side, and it was a fight to the finish line (almost literally). Although Nigel vented his anger vocally the team stopped short of physical violence (shame, it might have given us a head start at this year’s areas). At the end we were informed that it was a 10-10 draw (we had lost interest by this point) and there was lots of hand shaking and rubbing of bruises. Man of the Match – Graham Keane Tackle of the Match – Pete Shaw Mouth of the Match – Nigel Hughes Report by the WAGs |
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Nov 11th; Hughes returns The band welcomes back the hugely talented Paul Hughes on Eb Bass. Paul returns to the band following a spell at the Fodens Richardson band and he will join an extremely experienced Bass section. |
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Oct 1st; Guestbook changes Yet another change, check out the new guestbook, it's nice and empty at the moment! |
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July 19th 2006; He's in the Army now! Its with great sadness that I have to announce that Gaz Wynne will be leaving the band at the end of August. Gaz has recently passed his musical audition to join the Army as a musician and will be starting with them on the 4th September. Gaz applied in May earlier this year having spent some time with the Grenadier Guards Band in London, where he had to go through a two day physical selection and medical as well as other types of tests, this was before getting to the musical audition which he took last week. Gaz will be missed on the front row of the band and hymn tunes will never be the same again without him. I'd personally like to thank Gaz for his assistance over the past years and I'm sure all the band wish him well in his new venture! Good Luck Gaz!
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Jun 13th 2006; Whit Friday results The band were slightly disappointed with the results from last weeks Whit Fridays march contests. The band competed in a total of 11 contests, gaining 6 prizes, which meant the band finished 5th place in the whole of the Tameside area, but also collected the title of "Best Local" band beating their closest rivals from just down the road in Stockport the Fairey Band. Full details of all the results can be seen here |
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Jun 8th 2006; Whit Friday The band are preparing for their annual onslaught at the Whit Friday march contests held in Saddleworth and Tameside. The Band will be playing the march "The Wizard" a piece they gained much success from last year where hey finished an excellent 2nd place overall Tameside, gaining 9 prizes out of the 11 entered. |
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May 9th 2006; Darren's new girlfriend Darren Wood has been very busy lately finding himself a new lady friend. He was in the fortunate position to be accompanied to the Albert Hall by the one and only Carol Vorderman! Aren't we all jealous!
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Apr 25th 2006; New recruit The band would like to welcome our new 2nd cornet player Sarah Watkins. Sarah joins the band from the Timperly band and joins a wealth of experience on the back row. |
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Apr 15th 2006; Happy Easter The band would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter! |
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Apr 5th 2006; Site now back up After a few weeks of issues, the website is now back to normal, apologies for any inconvenience caused |
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Mar 19th 2006; Caption of the month! Now we have the guestbook working, I thought we'd have a bit of fun, again, suggestions on the guestbook please!
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Mar 16th 2006; NW Area Judges remarks For those that have not seen them yet, below are the comments from Mr Berryman on our recent performance at the North West Area contest. Effective opening and singing solos from A. Now some
very good incisive playing from the vivace. It’s purposeful but nicely
controlled. Well done percussion.
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Mar 14th 2006; Guestbook down Unfortunately due to so some sad individual that takes great pride in messing things up for other people, I have had to temporary disable the guestbook. The problem has been reported and as soon as it is rectified, it will be back up. |
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Mar 14th 2006; Band placed 6th at Area contest Despite a sterling performance from the band, we finished a disappointing 6th place. The full results were as follows; Championship Section |
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Mar 5th 2006; Band in preparation for NW Area contest The band are currently busy rehearsing for their assault on the forthcoming North West area contest that is held in Blackpool this coming weekend. The test piece is the dramatic "Journey to the centre of the earth" and we are hoping to display the bands talents this with our rendition of this fine piece. Check back next week to find out how the band faired. |
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Jan 27th 2006; Mineworkers contest The band were disappointed with the results from the Butlins mineworkers contest held last weekend. In the set piece section, the band finished in 6th place, despite some fantastic playing from solo Euph Jamie Meredith. On the 2nd day of the event, the entertainment section, the band were placed 8th. That meant the combined scores over the two days placed the band overall in 8th place. No one is downhearted though and even despite the result, moral is high following a very enjoyable weekend. |
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Dec 17th 2005; Gallery updated Following the bands 2 trips down to London this week, firstly the 9 piece trip to the top of the BT Tower and also our annual sell out concert at the Royal Albert Hall, we have collected some fine visual memories of these engagements. More will be added shortly along with a write up of the weeks events! |
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Dec 11th 2005; Good luck Aidan! Aidan Howgate has finally decided to flee the nest after a very long and dedicated period of service to the band. Aidan has taken up the Bass seat at the Fairey Band. Aidan is probably one of the longest serving members of the BT Band and we are all very sad to see Aidan move on, however, we at BT wish Aidan all the very best in his new ventures. |
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Nov 1st 2005; Bass gets hitched! Kyle Harrison, our very enthusiastic Bass player has recently tied the knot! I asked Kyle to provide a little write up about their happy day, but Kyle said he was too shy! All the best to Mr and Mrs Harrison from the band! |
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Oct 31st 2005;Pontins Championship results The band left Prestatyn feeling disappointed yesterday following their performance at the Pontins Championship. The band finished in 12th place which was not where they expected to be, despite a below par performance. Spirits are still high in the camp though and everyone is looking forward to getting back on track at their next contest in early Jan next year. The band would like to thank Phil Fox, Iain Bowd, Adrian Smith and Tanya for helping this week. Meanwhile, the band have a number of high profile concerts in the next couple of months and preparation will start this week to ensure that the band are in tip top form! Full results are as follows; 1. Staffordshire,
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Sept 11th 2005;New Flugal Appointed The band would like to express a warm welcome to Phil Sharples who has recently joined the band on Flugal. Phil is no stranger to BT having helped the band out at last years North West Area competition. Phil's profile will appear shortly. |
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Aug 24th 2005; Band returns following summer break The band will be back to work a week on Thursday following a well earned break. Whilst the band itself has not been rehearsing, lots of work has been going on behind the scenes and we should shortly be announcing some news. |
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June 27th 2005; Band sends out warning to Abramovich The band have sent a stern warning out to Roman Abramovich that there on the warpath next season for honours. The band football team were in fine form yesterday, with one local spectator commenting "you kick that ball over my fence again and I'll pop it" He was obviously a Chelsea fan, attempting to scupper the teams preparations for the new season!! A full match report will appear soon, but there was some fine individual performances, special mention must go to the stand in goalkeeper, Gaz "the snail" Wynne!
Back row left to right Ian "the train" Drayton, Gaz "the snail" Wynne, Jamie Meredith, Pete Shaw, Paul Deighton Front row; Paul "meat pie" Greeenwood, Nigel Hughes |
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June 21st 2005; Band loses Hughes The band is sad to announce that Paul Hughes, our solo Eb Bass player will shortly moving to pastures new. Paul will be joining the Bass section of the Foden's Richardson band. The BT Band would like to wish Paul all the best and also thank him for the services to the band over the past year. This means the band are now currently on the look out for a top quality Eb Bass to fill the vacancy, all interested parties can contact the band via the contact link. |
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June 2nd 2005; Website wins award The bands website has recently won the award for "website of the month" from the brass band chat site www.themouthpiece.com Thanks to all that voted for the site! |
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June 2nd 2005; Guestbook closed The guestbook is now closed for a few days. |
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May 30th 2005; Whit Friday adjudication reports Some of the adjudication remarks are now available, hopefully we should have all 11 soon, keep checking back |
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May 23rd 2005; Band claim 2nd overall The band competed in the annual Whit Friday march contests last Friday and completed a total of 11 contests. We finished a very good 2nd place overall in the Tameside area, beating the Leyland Band (current North West area champions) and also the YBS band who finished fifth! For the full results of the 11 contests we entered click here |
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May 13th 2005; Band in shock! The band a currently reeling from the shock allegations that 2 of it's members Mr Svein Roger Kopang and Paul Greenwood, have been caught moonlighting on a 70's hit cult TV show Click here! |
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May 8th 2005; Grand Shield result Yesterday the band competed in the Grand Shield contest at Blackpool, full report to follow soon. Grand Shield: For a report click here |
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May 6th 2005; Who is this man?
This is a rather old picture of one of our "star" players, and it was taken in 1974 from an old picture of the Marple band. Answers on the guestbook please!!
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Apr 26th 2005; Nigel News! Over the next few days/weeks, we are going to be paying tribute to the bands star 4th man down Nigel Hughes as he approaches his 30th birthday. We have "acquired" some rather interesting photos of Nigel from his rather seedy past and we will be publishing the pictures exclusively here on btband.co.uk |
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Apr 1st 2005; On the up! Thanks to our recent results at Butlins and the North West Area contests, the band have moved up to 34th place in the 4barsrest.com world rankings! Click here for more details. |
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Mar 28th 2005; Calling all footballer's The band are looking to play 5-a-side football against other bands in the North West. If anyone is interested please contact Pete via this link. We have a game booked for this coming Sunday at 5 o'clock at Bramhall High School and are currently looking for a team to play. |
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Mar 14th 2005; North West Area result The band would like to express their thanks to Phil Sharples and Shaun Farrington who stepped in to help out at the recent North West area contest, thanks guys! The results of the contest are as follows; Venue:Winter
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Feb 24th 2005; Links updated! Due to a number of recent requests, the Links page has now been updated with a few new sites. |
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Feb 24th 2005; Maines holds the fort! The band would like to express their thanks to John Maines who has been taking the band for a few rehearsals whilst Mike Fowles has been out of the country working with other bands. |
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Jan 24th 2005; Band placed 2nd at Butlins For a full report click here |
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Jan 12th 2005; Engagement update The band schedule for 2005 is now available on the engagements page |
