Sunday 10th November 2019
Remembrance Parade - Bedworth
Photos courtesy of @Nature's Eyes Photo courtesy of Dean Wainwright
Photos courtesy of Levi Watts
An honour to play, as always, at the Remembrance Parade in Bedworth. We were blessed with good weather, and a very generous donation from a member of the public. We even won two prizes in the raffle at the Ex Servicemen's Club afterwards!
Saturday 2nd November 2019
Wychavon Festival of Brass
Almost ready to go on....
With thanks to Pete, helping us out on euph while Cameron topped up his tan in Spain, and to Rhys, adding to the percussion section for the first time, although he had to be rescued by Mistress of the Wardrobes Caroline, who had a spare shirt when his turned out to be a ladies.
With thanks to Pete, helping us out on euph while Cameron topped up his tan in Spain, and to Rhys, adding to the percussion section for the first time, although he had to be rescued by Mistress of the Wardrobes Caroline, who had a spare shirt when his turned out to be a ladies.
Sunday 6th October 2019
Bolsover Festival of Brass
An early start for Nicola and Cameron's first contest with the band.
Awaiting the results in the bar. The Clay brothers demonstrate their different Pool techniques.
Sunday 4th August 2019
Sanders Park, Bromsgrove
Our first outing to Sanders Park, and definitely a place to return to. We had a bandstand to play in, ice cream in the interval and a lovely supportive audience. What more could we ask.....maybe that we face the right way next time?
Sunday 21st July 2019
Droitwich Lido Park
Steve Guy performs his annual The 'bones' The bass section refueling post maintenance routine. performance.
Sunday 30th June 2019
Spencer Park, Coventry
We were delighted to be invited to play in Spencer Park on Sunday in a concert organised by the Park Committee, and funded by the Mayor of the West Midlands. The Committee have been working hard to put together community events, to make the park an enticing venue for locals to spend their free time, so watch out for future events.
Sunday 23rd June 2019
St Paul's Church Fete, Stockingford
Our annual appearance at the Church Fete is a highlight of our year. Well attended and welcoming, with a variety of stalls and food on offer, it's always a pleasure to play here.
Sunday 9th June 2019
Abbey Park, Kenilworth
With a lovely atmosphere and responsive audience, our Bands in the Park season started in style in Abbey Park...and not a drop of rain to spoil the afternoon.
Sunday 28th May 2019
Buxton Brass Band Festival
Warming up in an unusual venue, meeting up with old friends, playing well, winning trophies for 2nd place, and top First section band and celebrating in the pub.
A lovely day out was had by all.
A lovely day out was had by all.
Friday 29th March 2019
The Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton
Photos courtesy of Adrian Ashley
Our first concert at the Abbey Theatre was a resounding success, and the evening was enjoyed by audience and players alike. Soloists were Phil Orton on soprano cornet, Ian Perry on Flugel Horn, Jason Purkiss on Tenor Horn, Jackie Wilson on Trombone and Fred Wilson on Eb bass.
Look out for us returning early next year for another evening of music and entertainment.
Look out for us returning early next year for another evening of music and entertainment.
Saturday 9th March 2019
Midlands Regional Championships
The final rehearsal....
Unusually, this year there were a couple of seats to fill for the Area, due to unforeseen circumstances. Despite this, a constructive and positive run up to the contest resulted in a creditable 6th place, missing out on promotion by half a point.
Unusually, this year there were a couple of seats to fill for the Area, due to unforeseen circumstances. Despite this, a constructive and positive run up to the contest resulted in a creditable 6th place, missing out on promotion by half a point.
Saturday 23rd February 2019
Oxford Winter Contest
Relaxing at the Black Prince in Woodstock after the exertions of the day.
Saturday 15th - Monday 24th December
Carolling at Sainsbury's Canley
Like father like son - Life President Dave Lilly and his son Steve shake a tin at Sainsbury's.
Friday 14th December 2019
Carol Concert St Paul's Church Stockingford
Warmly welcomed every year by the Reverend Kate Massey, the band love playing to a full church in Stockingford, and this year was no exception. Eb bass Fred entertained us with his rendition of Frosty the Snowman.
Can you guess which one he is?
Can you guess which one he is?
Saturday 24th November 2018
Christmas Lights Bedworth
Christmas Lights Bedworth
Sunday 11th November 2018
Remembrance Parade Bedworth
Remembrance Parade Bedworth
Saturday 3rd November 2018
Wychavon Festival of Brass
Wychavon Festival of Brass
We say a big thank you and goodbye for now to Paul Sanders, who has been sitting in on rehearsals for a few months while working in the area, and helped out so brilliantly at both Bolsover and Wychavon.
Sunday 30th October 2018
Bolsover Festival of Brass
Bolsover Festival of Brass
Sunday 22nd July 2018
Lido Park, Droitwich
Lido Park, Droitwich
Sunday 15th July 2018
Abbey Fields, Kenilworth
Abbey Fields, Kenilworth
Saturday 7th July 2018
Pershore Festival of Brass
Pershore Festival of Brass
It is always a pleasure to play in the beautiful surroundings of Pershore Abbey, and this year was no exception.
The band started with the fast and furious 'Dance of the Tumblers'. Next was a tenor line duet of Rhona Baker and Steven Guy playing 'Timepiece' - a light hearted version of 'Grandfather's Clock'. Following this, Ian Perry made perfect use of the acoustic and produced a beautiful performance of 'A Little Star Went Out'. Very fitting for the surroundings, 'The Day Thou Gavest' was next, ending with 'Nordic Polska' and finally ' Galaxies'.
Jack takes Helen under his wing John's last performance with us. We thank Lip....after 1 pint!!
you for your humour, your songs on the
coach!! and of course your playing.
you for your humour, your songs on the
coach!! and of course your playing.
Roy shows Caroline some of his best moves Catching the match
Sunday 24th June 2018
St Paul's Summer Gala, Stockingford
The Rev Kate Massey once again welcomed the band to their afternoon of fun and entertainment. The Gala is a lovely community event, and was well attended, despite England playing in the World Cup that afternoon!
St Paul's Summer Gala, Stockingford
The Rev Kate Massey once again welcomed the band to their afternoon of fun and entertainment. The Gala is a lovely community event, and was well attended, despite England playing in the World Cup that afternoon!
Sunday 20th May 2018
Abington Park, Northampton
Abington Park, Northampton
Sunday 22nd April 2018
Nuneaton Rugby Club: St George's day concert
The band played a rousing selection of favourites at its first engagement at the 'Nuns' rugby club.
Nuneaton Rugby Club: St George's day concert
The band played a rousing selection of favourites at its first engagement at the 'Nuns' rugby club.
Saturday 10th March 2018
Midlands Regional Championships
Congratulations to Lip (Steve Lilly), one of a select group who are celebrating their 30th consecutive Area contest with the band. Although his long service could be attributed to the friendliness and big heart of the band, in truth he is the engineer of the spirit that is Bedworth Brass, and the long standing success of the band is largely due to his passion for banding, his inclusive nature and his bottomless sense of humour and fun.
With so many members of the band having played for decades, it is unusual to also be congratulating Rhys Edwards and Emma Calverley on their first Area with us, and what a triumph to be part of.
Saturday left nothing in the band room, as we produced a performance worthy of Beautiful Bedworth, the memory of which will live on.
Midlands Regional Championships
Congratulations to Lip (Steve Lilly), one of a select group who are celebrating their 30th consecutive Area contest with the band. Although his long service could be attributed to the friendliness and big heart of the band, in truth he is the engineer of the spirit that is Bedworth Brass, and the long standing success of the band is largely due to his passion for banding, his inclusive nature and his bottomless sense of humour and fun.
With so many members of the band having played for decades, it is unusual to also be congratulating Rhys Edwards and Emma Calverley on their first Area with us, and what a triumph to be part of.
Saturday left nothing in the band room, as we produced a performance worthy of Beautiful Bedworth, the memory of which will live on.
Longest and shortest serving members of The Bb bass twins The consummate professional, Derek
the band Rhys and Steve Jack and Keith rises from his death bed to perform.
the band Rhys and Steve Jack and Keith rises from his death bed to perform.
Jason prepares his lip for the solo challenge.
While some take the warm up deadly seriously, others just fill their face.
Sunday 25th February 2018
ODBBA Winter contest
ODBBA Winter contest
Post mortem complete, and time to enjoy the excellent company!
The camaraderie of the band evident as we sample the delights on offer at The Marlborough School, before the contest.
Saturday 25th November - Sunday 24th December 2018
Sainsburys Courthouse Green Sainsburys Canley Eb bass player Roy entertaining shoppers
Tuesday 12th December 2017
Serenading the National Grid employees at their Christmas Lunch
Serenading the National Grid employees at their Christmas Lunch
Friday 15th December 2017
A joyous evening of music to herald the Christmas Season took place at the annual concert at St Paul's Church in Stockingford. This was the 25th anniversary of the band's concerts, with the proceeds going to MIND.
Congratulations to Rhys on his first concert with us.
Congratulations to Rhys on his first concert with us.
Saturday 28th October
Wychavon Festival of Brass
Wychavon Festival of Brass
The serious business of pre-performance preparations
Pre-rehearsal caffeine all round Claire on chocolate Julie on crisps
Jackie on carbs Derek in disguise Bob on crisps
John on a pasty Jason on crisps (we can see them Jase) Dave on the biggest pie in the world
And the post performance cool down, to round off a great day out.
Friday 13th October 2017
Civic Hall concert, Bedworth....The stage is set
Civic Hall concert, Bedworth....The stage is set
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Increasing in popularity year by year, this is an opportunity for us to entertain our local community. The annual concert has become the highlight of the calendar for us and is our chance to make Bedworth proud of their local band.
This year was a triumph, with the return of MD David Maplestone. The band were on fine form, and engaged with the audience from the start. With a mix of solos; Faith with Ian Perry on Flugel, Shenandoah with Rhona Baker on Euphonium, Moon River with Jason Purkiss on Tenor Horn, and Carrickfergus with Steven Guy on Baritone; old favourites, Singing in the Rain and The Muppets and new pieces, The World's Greatest Storyteller and Activate, there was something for everyone.
This year was a triumph, with the return of MD David Maplestone. The band were on fine form, and engaged with the audience from the start. With a mix of solos; Faith with Ian Perry on Flugel, Shenandoah with Rhona Baker on Euphonium, Moon River with Jason Purkiss on Tenor Horn, and Carrickfergus with Steven Guy on Baritone; old favourites, Singing in the Rain and The Muppets and new pieces, The World's Greatest Storyteller and Activate, there was something for everyone.
Sunday 1st October 2017
Bolsover Festival of Brass
Bolsover Festival of Brass
MD very much in control at our first Entertainment Contest in the Championship Section. Many thanks to Ryan Richards who has done a fantastic job for the last 6 months. We have enjoyed the hard work, your humour, enthusiasm and youth! We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Some action shots of the programme: World's Greatest Storyteller, Little Hymn, Faith, Nordic Polska and Nightingale Dances
6th September 2017
Thanks to Ryan for inviting Besson artist Lode Violet, who is in the UK for the British Open this weekend, to rehearsal.
Lode joined the front row for part of the rehearsal, and also acted as adjudicator, as the band prepare for both the Bolsover contest, and the annual concert at the Civic Hall on 13th October.
Thanks to Ryan for inviting Besson artist Lode Violet, who is in the UK for the British Open this weekend, to rehearsal.
Lode joined the front row for part of the rehearsal, and also acted as adjudicator, as the band prepare for both the Bolsover contest, and the annual concert at the Civic Hall on 13th October.
July 2017
Droitwich Lido
Droitwich Lido
July 2017
Pershore Festival of Brass
Pershore Festival of Brass
The Baptist Church
'It Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing' ......... at The Angel Inn
June 2017
Bedworth Town Centre
Bedworth Town Centre
May 2017
Didn't we have a loverly time the day we went to Buxton.......
Didn't we have a loverly time the day we went to Buxton.......
Bass section ready for action Final uniform check Newest member of the band - Helen
limbers up
limbers up
MD Ryan poses - nice socks... Ladies refuel post performance Waiting for the results
Celebrating 2nd place. Congratulations to Ryan on his first band contest as an MD.
March 2017
Preparations for the Area, with Chris Houlding conducting.
Preparations for the Area, with Chris Houlding conducting.
Friday December 9th 2016
The annual Christmas Concert at St Pauls' Church, Stockingford.
The annual Christmas Concert at St Pauls' Church, Stockingford.
Tuesday 6th December 2016
Accompanying the GridTones choir for the National Grid Christmas lunch in Warwick
Accompanying the GridTones choir for the National Grid Christmas lunch in Warwick
Saturday 26th November 2016:
Playing in Bedworth Town Centre for the switching on of the Christmas.
Playing in Bedworth Town Centre for the switching on of the Christmas.
21st October 2016: Annual concert at the Civic Hall in Bedworth.
Steve Lilly makes a presentation to his father Dave on his retirement, after many years service as Band Chairman.
Wychavon contest
National Finals 2016
On 18th September, we travelled to Cheltenham to take part in the National Finals. As you can see, it was a tiring experience, as we were drawn last, but we ended up in a pub, so not all bad......Oh, and we came 7th.
On 18th September, we travelled to Cheltenham to take part in the National Finals. As you can see, it was a tiring experience, as we were drawn last, but we ended up in a pub, so not all bad......Oh, and we came 7th.
Saturday 2nd July 2016 - Pershore Abbey
Saturday 11th June 2016 - Street Party to celebrate the Queen's 90th Birthday
Saturday 7th May 2016 - Wood Farm Brewery Contest
Friday 15th April 2016 - The Lions 30th annual 'Last Night of the Proms' Concert at the United Reformed Church in Nuneaton
Saturday 12th March 2016 - Midlands Regional Contest - Bedworth Civic Hall
Carolling 2015
