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BESSON ANOTHER CHAMPIONSHIP MUSIC STANDS B. & H. Rigid, yet light : weighing only 3-lb. Size 15" x 10t'' At the , , on October 6th, 1945 Price I 8s. 6d. post free. , BESSON, Department 19, West Street The "Daily Herald, National Championship Charing Cross Road, LONDON, W.C. 2

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BY THE ••• WORKS BAND WILLIAM POLLARD FAIREY AVIATIONCONGRATULA TIONS ON A FINE ACHIEVEMENT. Under their popular Conductor, Mr. HARRY MORTIMER. SOLOIST, BAND TEACHER, AND ADJUDICATOR I PARROCK ST., CRAWSHAWBOOTH T 11 THEY WERE USING B. & H. INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPM EN ROSSEND ALE J. A. GREENWOOD with you Soon, we hope, there will be fewer restrictions, and we shall be able to supply YOUR Band the equipment need BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 19 NORTHWOOD ROAD, PRE)l"TON BIRKENHEAD Tel�phone : B!RKENHEAD 3��4_ GEO. H._ MERCER , CORNET, BAND TEACHER AND CONTEST ADJUDICATOR Address- MONA VILLA, BURNGREAVE STREET SHEFFIELD TOM EASTWOOD Associated Teaclicr to th� B� ndsman's College of Music lads I ( he Easy Way," by post) "T Tell the about SOLO CORNET, CORNET "MUTES BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR ALTON HOUSE, BROUGHAM ROAD Torpedo, 11/9; Wow-Wow, 11/9; Hush-Hush, 18/6; MARSDEN, Near HUDDERSFIELD Compactum, 9/6 (A/I post free) NOEL THORPE SOLO CORNET, BAND TEACHER, AND ADJUDICATOR Stock of Accessories Now Available c/o. THE COMM:ERCIAL HOTEL SLAITHWAITE, near HUDDERSFIELD Slide or Valve Oil per bottle ls. Od. GEO. HAWKINS Valve Springs (all instruments) set ls. 9d. BAND TEACHER BROADDALES HOUSE, NEWMIL:N"S Corks (inside and out, including water key) ,, ls. 9d. Valve AYRSHIRE Water Key Corks . . each 6d. Teacher of Theory and Harmony by post The young enthusiast of to-day will be to-morrow's WMer Key Springs (silver-plated) ,, Is. Od. JOHN FAULDS �- The post-war i llustr atecl catalogue Bandsman ; so give him the right idea in the choice is· being prepared. Send us your Water Key, complete, all instruments (silver-plated) 20s. 6d. BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR of instrument. Ten minutes now and then on your KIRKCALDY A 44 KENNEDY CRESCENT, name and address for your copy. Trumpet Bit for Cornet Mouthpiece (silver-plated) IOs. Jd. FIFE \ BESSON will do. Under your guidance he will appreciate Write to-day to : All prices quoted are post free, and include Purchase Tax HAROLD LAYCOCK choice! BESSON, Department ·BESSON superiority. We are sure of his final 19. The Famous Trombone Soloist Open for Concerts and Demonstrations, also Pupils by post or private 15 West Street, Charing Cross, London, W.C.2 BAND TEACHER and ADJUDICATOR (Opposite the Palace Theatre, Cambridge Circus.) 'Phone:-TE MPLE 99 HIGH STREET, ABERTRIDWR CAERPHILLY, GLAM. DAVID ASPINALL Musiool Director, Ranson1e & 1\olarles Works' Band (Late Conductor, Creswell Colliery and i'.iary Brewery -::sr:::: :xc: ::;c 2C Bands) BAND TEACHER, BAND AND CHORAL CONTEST ADJUDICATOR "PRIORY VIEW," 14 FRIARY ROAD NEWARK-ON-TRENT, NOTTS. �� Tel.: Newark456-7-8-9 I()A\ lrlr IE IV� �' �u IUlr ltiI() 11 IE �c IE� FRED MORTIMER "Bach Pattern." These are played by thousands of bandsmen on all instruments, who There is no mouthpiece more popular than our (Bandmaster, Fodeti's Motor Works Band) are all loud in their praise of the qualities contained. TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR PRESENT DAY PRICES CLIFTON RD., ELWORTH, CHESHIRE Ref. B. Trumpet .. Od. Ref. B. Horn No. I ls. 6d. Ref. B. Eb Ba 6d. 15s. 5 .. ss 9 17s. W. WOOD I Od. ,, B.O. Soprano Od. " B. Baritone 6 .. 3s. .. 9s. " B. BBb " 10 20s. Od. CONDUCTOR AND TEACHER B. Trombone I Od. Young Bands a Speciality " B. Cornet 9s. Od. " 7 4s. B. Od. J.W. Cornet Mouthpiece 6d. 6 COLBECK STREET, HANSON LANE " B. Flugel No. 4 11 s. 6d. " 8 15s. 9s. HALIFAX, YORKS. Instruments bought or exchanged H. MUDDIMAN Purchase Tax Inclusive. Postage extra. Sent on approval against cost. . Money returned if not satisfied. BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR "ASHBURN," ALLOA J. BODDICE BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 13 LAKE ROAD. WOODLANDS, DONCASTER. HERBERT ·BENNETT BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 40 LEVEN STREET, POLLOKSHIELDS GLASGOW, S.L Tel. : Queens Park 826

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Band Teachers, Adjudicators and Soloists BIRMINGHAM DISTRICT MINOR ADVERTISEMENTS CLYDESIDE NOTES & CHAS. A. COOPER 2 words Is. 6 d. 6d. for each additional � 10 words. Remittances must accompany adver­ go down After a long stay in Iceland, North Africa, and tisement, and reach us by the o the mont The Jubilee Contests of the S.A.B.A. A.Mus.V.C.M. 24th f h. For Box address at our Office count six Italy, on service with the Forces, Harry Woo words, and add ld. f'or forwarding of replies. This rate to history as riuite successful events, all thmgs d­ BAND TEACHER, ADJUDICATOR, does not apply to Trade Adverts. is home on leave, and considered. Unfortunately the really out- hall (tenor horn) he lost COMPOSER AND ARRANG-ER ERBERT BROOKES, the celebrated Cornettist (late ol THE RUSHWORTH HALL, LIVERPOOL over nearly the no time in visiting the \Vest Bromwich Band Wingates) is now open for engageinents as Soloist or I standing figure of the movement Life�long experience Brass, �1ilitary, Orr.hcstral Room to renew old time associations and hav and Choral Teacber.-ThH e Library, Parrin Lane, Winton, :ManChester. entire life of the Association, was prevented by e RUSHWORTH a blow with the ·boys. Another welco Band or Choral Contests Adjudicated ANDSMAN'S COLLEGE OF MUSIC. Syllabus of AND DREAPER'S illness from being present. I refer to that old me all from 19 COLUMBIA STREET, HUTHWAITE exanlii.nations can be had from the secretary-l\.1r. H, and ea tl l e d Secretary, Mr. James visitor, Sergt. Fred Mann, home the Far COLLIER, 13 3filh ANNUAL QUARTETTE gr Y respec NOTTS. B Mont e Avenue Stretford, Nr. Manchester. CONTEST for so East on leave, helped to put new life in the who i5 willing t Al exan der, wh ose recovery we all hoped . · o ros all generally. For Brass lnstruments. '. · answer enquiries and advise, takmg practice with h'is prof css10na 1 t ouc h on the DRAKE RIMMER LEXANDER OWEN MEMORIAL FUND. All enquiries that he would be given the great joy of SATURDAY, NOVEMBER JOth, at 4-30 p.m (R flugel should be sent to--Mr. J, CLARKSON, Brenoton I which, drums. Fred l'!arker -A.F.) player is � Test-piece: Any Qua1 telte from W. & R.'s No. 25 Set. an active part in the memorable occasion, . BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR Drive,A \Vorsley, �1anchester. £3 till m the Service, and like the other mem First prize, and the Rushworth & Drcaper Challenge Shield no doubt he eagerly looked forward to. I regret ? bers Please send your donation, no matter how small. It "MIRELLA," MILTON ROAD will (Shield to be held by the winning band for 11 months) ; we is always welcome at the Band Room when home be gr<> atly appreciated. lJrlZe,. £1/10/-; to learn he is still confined to the house, but KIRKCALDY second_ third prize, £1; fourth prize, 10/-. on leave. S I H add1t1on 10/· all hope that soon he may be restored to at . . . Phone : J{IRRCALDY 2844 l>f I -;-Solo Comet, Brass Band Trainer and Adjudicator, In a Prize of for the Best Local Quartette from are . • any Band :Vletropohtan Works adverbsmg for good l{ is open to teach or judge anywhere. Te£n1s :- w1lhln seven miles radius of Liverpool Town Hall. least a measure of his former vigour, because _ , ALFRED ASHPOLE "Beaumont," Scarborough Road1 1-luston, Filey, Yorks. as part players on all mstr ;ments, an� it won t be l�ng Entrance Fee, 2/·. there are other functions still to be held i , . ON0�1ARK Service. Permane11t London adrl.ress. Letters now before the old Elephant will be waggm F.T.C.L., A.R.C.M., L.Mus.T.C.L., B.B.C.M. Please send entries of the celebrations which Mr. Alexander will . g re-directed. Confidential. 5/· per annum. l{oyal early as the organisers AND reserve the right to liniit the be the his tail to some ttm�. I can strongly recom­ BAND, VOCAL CHORAL TEACHER patronage.M Key tags 3 for 1/3. Write Monomark, BM/MON07G, number. want to attend. Indeed they would not (2) mend any player anx10us to make progress AND ADJUDICATOR W.C.l. Adjudicator: Mr. T. EASTWOOD. same without his genial presence. . to Author of "Viva Voce Questions" for Brass OLMBRIDGE CONTEST COY!M!Tl'EE. The Second of the get m touch with Mr. Ba_tes at the earliest A Representative of eacl, Quartelle to draw for position I most heartily greet the Champions Band Examination C;,indidates Annual QUARTETTE CONTEST will be held in the 1-15 before all the pos1t10ns a e filled. . . at p.m. Jubilee year-Coltness Works-guided and moment � Associated Teacher to the Bandsman's College ParishH Hall, Holmbridge, Saturday, November 17 h, 194;;. L Adm1ss1on to the Hall, (tax included). All pay. Colliery arc not lettmg the g of Music Adjudicator, Mr. J. A. Greenwood. lst prize, 20 Gns. Chai- M. directed by Mr. George Hawkins. Their record Coventry rass Entries tG be sent not later than Nove1nber 3nl Special Arrangements scored fot· bands £1; 5 /· to and Mr. George C lenge Cup and ; 2nd, .£3; 3rd, £2; 4th, th, l Messrs. in be second to none, grow unde: the�r feet, '.lve has 11 £3 ll RUSHWORTH & DREAPER LTD. Usher Hall contests must Specialist Coach for all Band Diplomas Test-piece Entrance Fee 4/-. Schedules roin Own Choice," � Brass Band Specialists so it is fitting that their's will be the first name been puttmg m some hard work with the Successes include all lo\v�r grades, al:so the Secretary, D. BROADHEAD, Ye\vtrcc, Holmbndge, 11-17 ISLJKGTON, LIVERPOOL of Mr. A. Greenwood. A.B.C.M. and B.B.C.M. Huddersfield, (11) to appear on the handsome 50 guineas Trophy advice �. . . Coventry City Band are adverhsmg BISHOP'S STORTFORD, HERTS. OYAL SIGNALS BAND has vacancies for live BAND presented bv the Hon. President, Mr. vV. F. . for Tel. l{ he willlng to join the Regular their resent strength, 386 BOYS. Applicants must THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF Hannaford, -J.P., and so the name of Coltness players t� remforce :p a Anuy, be Oetween the age of 14 and lG years and h.ave sorne very wise with a band that W. DAWSON is perpetuated in Scottish brass band history. course which .is . has knowledge of a ,..,· ind or stringed instru111c1Lt1 or the pianoforte. each se Box No. 287, c/o. B.B.N. BANDS' ASSOCIATIONS Wellesley Colliery were just that fraction such a long list of enga�ements �son. BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR For further particulars apply 34 Erskine Street, Liverpool, Offer co-operation and behind, after a gallant effort to pull off the Congratulat10ns to Fisher & Ludlow s and 1 PARK AVENUE U. service . QUARTETTE AND SLOW MELODY CO'

CONCORDS & DISCORDS i WAXDElrnR writes : "Bolton Boro' have been busy during the past few weeks both at the ___ i en Park and NUTGROVE BAND write : "We have ome ma�ches at �urn . the. many � � weeks THE FAMOUS RUSSIAN PATROL noticed lhe notes by ' Double B •in B.B.N. and ! Thanksg1vmg Savmgs m the districts around Bolton. I understand they put up a we can only assume that they refer to the 1 _ and J\utgrove Band. \\'e would like to point out , good s_how at Horwich recently, _ were warmly HUSHWORTH'S complimented on thetr playmg and general that they are very inaccurate, and furthermore . cannot understand how 'Double B • has I behav10ur. This particular engagement was to CAVALRY OF THE STEPPES Horw1c secured his information, as up to the present he have been done by � Old, w�o by t�e OFFER Vue to gam on By L. KNIPPER - has had no contact with us. II ' Double B ' way attended Belle 2nd pnze t.his wishes in future to obtain information about da�e. Mr. Hughes and l'\11r. Kay are expectm_g A LIMITED NUMBER OF 'TAX ' FREE Arranged for Brass Band by DENIS WRIGHT the above band, we shall be only too glad to qmte a �ew_ of their old members back on their give him correct details, if he will approach us dem�b1hsat10n soon when the band hope to make SECOND-HAND I regarding the matter." a qmck recovery to their old standard. � � � � Reea � � � 0 Mr. W. ROWE, Secretary of St. Edward's and_ Brass, 5/­ Brass Band, 3/6 Mr. A. E. ALLEN, of 17 Elton Road, Kings­ *BAND Brass, Kettering, writes : " On Saturday the PIANO SOLO with words I/· MILITARY BAND, 7/6 wood, Bristol, writes : "To the WEST COUN­ 15th of December we are running a Solo Contest TRY BANDS : I have been approached on at which prizes will be greater than I've ever Specimen Solo Cornet on Req uest INSTRUM ENTS several occasions of late, with a view to inau­ seen for a Solo Contest, and after the contest Re-conditioned in our own Workshops gurating a West of England Brass Band Asso­ there will be a great Evening Concert with the ciation. I myself agree with this suggestion, Reepham Junior Band from Norfolk. Our band LIKE ALL GOOD THINGS TO-DAY, as I feel that it is very sorely needed in this area. BOSWORTH & CO. LTD., Heddon St., Regent St., LONDON, W. I. ARE SCARCE, is only six months old and interested in getting 14/18 * BAND INSTRUMENTS I appeal to all bands interested, to write me on and the Borough Council have decided to BUT RUSHWORTH 'S TRADITIONAL their views, whereupon a meeting will be PRESTIGE AND COMPREHENSIVE make it a Civic event. Therefore we do hope NORTH STAFFS. DISTRICT CORRESPONDENCE arranged for their discussion." SERVICE FACILITIES CONTINUE that the bandsmen of the Midlands will rally TO PROVIDE THE BEST POSSI BLE WHAT OF THE � � � .� around and enter this Contest, and bring parties FUTURE ? VALUES ��- -� Burslem and Tunstall S.A. Bands have held " Mr. G. STEWARDSON, of the Council io same, and by doing so prove to the local TO THE EDITOR OF THE BRAS S BAND NEWS.n special services at their respeclive headquarters. School, Boys' Dept., Grimethorpe, Barnsley, Councils that it is their duty to support the Dear Sir,-Reading through "Sub-Rosa's' The bands, which were under the direction of writes : " I am endeavouring to compile a list Brass Band world. " excellent article in a recent issue I feel with RUSHWORTH Messrs. Andrews and Perry, their Bandmasters, him ' of Boys' Brass Bands (up to 16 years of age) � 0 � � that the only solution to our difficuities is contributed items which were enjoyed by those for increased effort with a view to arranging a .Festival for Young SCRIBE, from Horden, writes : " The band by the Associations if and people present. only if, they & DR EA P E'R Bands. I shall be very glad if your readers had a grand welcome home Concert in the Club are properly organised and �a�aged The International Staff Band have visited this by will kindly send me particulars of any young Hall, Horclen, on Sunday, October 14th, when the nght people, and if they all concentrate 11-17 ISLINGTON - LIVERPOOL 3 district, giving two concerts at Tunstall in aid of upon bands they know of, whether organizec.l by :v.Ir. Hodgson, President of the Durham County the work that they and only they can do local band funds. Good programmes were given for schools or by other bodies." Band League, presented to the band the cheque the uplift of the movement. An Association at both concerts. Brigadier Stewart con­ is the for 150 gns. won at the Albert Hall, London. only real Bandsman's organisation, in my � � � � ducted. Ald. VI/. H. Kemp, the Lord Mayor of op1mon, Mr. \V. Lowes, our guest Conductor from Car­ 111 that it is (or should be) composed of PROGRESS writes : " Eight of the West the City of Stoke-on-Trent, comperecl. the bands lisle, was given a great ovation on his first in the area, elected by the bands them Hartlepool Mission bandsmen fully prepared Parkers' Brewery keep busy with rehearsals selves, ass ws public appearance with the band in our village and with all the executive officers ap Br Band lle themselves for the Durham League Contest. and engagements. The band have attended po11 and conducted the test-piece and other ilems 1ted by the affiliated bands from among their NOVEMBER, 1945. Results are positive proof that they did the job engagements at Norton, Hanley, Barleston and members. in the programme ; he paid a great tribute to right well, viz., Two first prizes, three seconds, Tittensor, also have officiated in connection with our Bandmaster, Mr. D. Scoins, for the hard But an Association should not confine its work one third, and one fourth. In solos, Jack the Thanksgiving Savings Weck which has to merely the promotion of a few contests each ACCIDENTALS work he had done for the band." Midgley got a first prize, S. Sykes came in recently been held. Mr. E. W. Cotterill con­ year, it should explore to the full the possibilities second, and C. Midgley fourth. In duets, J. � � � � ducted. \Vhy not try attending a Contest ? of education of the members, particularly the Mr. T. The contest season just closed has been, with­ Midgley and S. Sykes received second prize. ALLEN, Secretary of Horden Colliery, Congratulations to Fairey Aviation Works on younger ones, and institute a series of scholar writes : " ·out a doubt, the most successful since 1939, Our quartette party did very well, second prize, Please allow me space in the B.B.N. becoming Champions at the " Daily Herald " ships for them and enter the winners for the most contests having had quite satisfactory and septet was placed third. Junior boys to thank all Bands, Bandsmen, friends and National Band Festival. Mr. H. Mortimer con­ Alex. Owen Scholarship and the B.C.M. examina admirers, who entries unc.ler the circumstances, and much J. Curtis and C. Robinson first attempt in the sent letters of congratulation to ducted. lions. The social side of their activities, too, us on our enthusiasm being in evidence amongst bands­ duet came in with a first prize." success at the Royal Albert Hall, on The 235 Squadron A.T.C. keep active with should not be overlooked, there is a great deal October 6th. As these are men and audiences, all of which shows that there � � � � too numerous to rehearsals. Mr. K. Leeson, the boy trom­ that can be done to create a better spirit of answer individually, is plenty of life in the band movement, even LEGIONAIRE writes : "Dereham British I hope they will accept bonist of the band, is making good progress under good fellowship among bands, instead of the our thanks under the stringent conditions we are enduring Legion held a Band Week from September Hith as an acknowledgment for same. the tuition of Mr. J. Cotterill, the popular bickering that we all too often find in bands Also to the officials and at present. lf conditions improve at all next to 23rd. An effort was made to wipe off the members of the Durham cornctist of this district. especially in cases where there are several in a year we imagine there will be a great many debt of £50 so that when the serving members County Brass Band League who gave me such The City of Stoke-on-Trent Constabulary town or district. an ovation at their monthly meeting on contests, and we would strongly advise all return they will find the band clear of debt ; Octo­ attended Blackpool Contest, and gave a good I fully agree that the " top-class " bands do ber 13th." bands to prepare themselves during the winter concerts, a whist drive, dance, etc., were organ­ performance but were unsuccessful. This is not, as a rule, pull their weight in Associations for next year's events. No doubt many bands ized and the week was successful. The £50 debt ----0�� their first contest since the band's formation. as �hey should do, and so set a good example to Better luck, next time, Mr. Hughes. will soon be welcoming home their members was cleared and the band raised £175, which left PERSONALS their lower-grade fellows. Every Band Associa who have been in the Forces, which means them with £125 in hand. It was decided to I hear that Mr. W. Skelton has had many tion in the country should set out as a first that more bands will have a full member­ invest £100 against such a time when the band successes at Slow Melody Contests and has been measure to obtain the support of all bands in Mr. J. C. WRIGHT, Conductor of Besses' ship again ; if full advantage is taken of the would have to start a new uniform fund. made Bandmaster of the Hickleton Main Band. its area, and in areas where no Association exists Boys, wishes to thank all the many people who winter months, there should be plenty of bands � � � � I wish him success in this position. at present, steps should be taken to form one have written letters of congratulation on the available for contesting next year, and we think CORNETTO. for you can find enthusiasts in all parts of the EX-BANDSMAN, of Yate, near Bristol, boys' great achievement in winning the Junior they will not fail to compete, providing the country, I am sure, who would undertake the writes : " I was very surprised to read the Section at the " Daily Herald " Finals at Belle � -contests are made sufficiently attractive as organising of one, could they be assured of the report in October B.B.N. concerning Fishponds Vue. BRIGHOUSE DISTRICT regards prizes, rules, judges, test-pieces, etc. British Legion under the Conductorship of Mr. & support of the bands. And, with a full cover � � � � J. Davies. The real reason why the band were of the country by the district Associations, we Blackpool, 17 entries ; Rochdale, 24 entries ; not placed higher in the prizes at Bristol is that Mr. F. J. ROBERTS, Secretary of Brighouse I listened to the broadcast by Brighouse and could then find that the National League of Wigan, 20 entries. All three contests on " Songs the band have lost many players to the Forces and Rastrick, wishes to thank all who wrote Rastrick under their professional Conductor, Associations is really representative of ALL bands of their best. . of England." This ought to be a guide as to the and now only have 12 players. The rest of the letters of congratulation on the band's success Mr. Eric Ball, and I thought it one The present National bodies are all doing good kind of test-piece bands like. players for this Contest were not attached to any at the Albert Hall Contest. There arc too many They have also given performances at Vauxhall work in many directions, but they are not as ----�---- particular band and only brought in at four to answer individually, but all are thoroughly Motors, Luton, recently, and according to yet fully representative of all, or even a majority PRESTON NOTES days' notice, which meant three rehearsals on appreciated. He also asks us to call attention reports I have received, gave full satisfaction. of bands, and until they are, their work cannot Black Dyke, the test-piece. Mr. J. Davies advised the com­ to his change of address, which is now 43 Castle At the Albert Hall Contest I heard be as beneficial to the movement as it should be Brighousc, Grimethorpe, and St. Hilda's, and There are all too many Thanks to the " Thanksgiving ·weeks " and mittee not to attend this Contest as he did not Avenue, Brighouse, Yorks. bands that " sit on the in my opinion Brighouse were easily the best fence " and take J. celebrations, most of the local bands are have the time to bring the band up to contest all such benefits as these V. out of these. Mr. Ball certainly brought them National ·till fulfilling engagements. St. David's and pitch." bodies can obtain for them, but will not up to a high pitch, and I shall watch this band's do their bit towards reston Town Silver have both attended V.J. 'vVe regret to have to announce the death of getting even more. future performances with interest. i:elebrations, and all the others were on parade Miss DORIS O'CONNELL, Secretary of the Mr. F. DIMYIOCK, which took place at his Yours faithfully, Mr. Luther Dyson has been appointed Con­ .at the " Thanksgivings " procession. Excelsior National Association of Ladies' Bands, writes : home in Potters Bar, Middlesex, on September "PIU VIVO." ductor to Clifton and Lightcliffe, and an effort and Leyland gave concerts at Lytham during " In the near future the National Association 29th. He had not been in the best of health for to reorganise the band is being made by the �EW their " Week " and both played well with of Girls' Training Corps, in conjunction with the the past twelve months, and consequently BAND INSTRUMENTS his activities amongst brass bands new officials. A welcome will be given to any­ " " :strengthened bands. above Association, are holding Band Contests in had been TO THE EDITOR OF THE BRASS n�\ND NEWS. one desiring " a blow " at their headquarters at Calder Vale are practising regularly and have each area with the finals to be held at the Royal very restricted, but his passing will be greatly DEAR Srn, regretted Bailiff Bridge, Sunday afternoons. had a very successful summer, concluding with Albert Hall next May. Judges will be needed· by his many friends in the band move­ Your readers will doubtless be interested to Elland Silver have made a start, and their the procession at Garstang Thanksgiving Week. for these Area Contests and I should be obliged mcnt, particularly in the south where he was know I have received the following reply from first contest was at Rochdale. Mr. Casson can They are fortunate inasmuch as one or two if anyone willing to act in this capacity, would very well known and respected. We are sure the Board of Trade :- all always be relied on to fetch the best out of the players have returned to them from the Forces. communicate with me as soon as possible. will join us in tendering sincerest sympathy " I am to say that the question of permitting to his players. ge Address-20 Natal Road, Streatham, London, family and relatives in their sad loss. manufacturers to produce a limited quantity of Garstang are just keeping together, though Massed Band Concert at the I attended the musical mstruments for supply to the Home not accepting engagements. I believe a few of S.W.16. Hall, organised by Brig­ Huddersfield Town Trade is no under active consideration by the he the old band practise every week. They have Mr. W. CARTER, of Cottenham, Carobs., their funds. Mr. Jack :v J. house and Rastrick for Board. It is hoped that a satisfactory solution tli :suffered heavily with the Forces call-ups. Mr. HAROLD HALL, Secretary, writes : writes : " In conjunction with Mr. Bert Sullivan cornet soloist, and the Mackintosh was the to this problem will be reached in the near in Preston Town Silver have suffered a grnat loss " Dannemora Steel 'Norks were elected to lead I have been getting together information regard­ Eric Ball. The bands Guest Conductor, Mr. future. Perhaps it is hardly necessary to point il by the retirement of Mr. W. Dixon, who has an Industrial Procession on the final day of ing the possibility of a private recording of solos massed items, and co-operated well in the out that no permit will be necessary to acquire served them well for 13 years, and who, as band­ Sheffield's Thanksgiving V/eek, after which the by Mr. Sullivan. We find that a no-profit 12-in. over the three bands : perfect control was kept any musical instrument authorized to be master has coached nearly every player in the double sided recording manu band played selections in the centre of the city can be made for about Brighouse, Grimethorpe, and Wingates Tem- factured for this particular market." band. Mr. J. Harrison has consented lo take £1 Os. Od., in the afternoon and evening. The band again providing 50 or more subscribers can perance. CORNO VALVO. Yours faithfully, ""' It was not through a dearth of news that notes wrongly reportec.l. The Murton Colliery Band have made history once aga111 by w111nmg two both teaching and judging. I would like to call not in the prizes. from this area were not published last monlh, were 2nd prize winners in the Waltz Competition, contests at this historic place, Belle Vue. attention to the preliminary announcement of Grimethorpe certainly delivered the goods ,re but insufficient space was the reason. and also the winners of Horn and Euphonium l heard 14 bands play in the Second Section, -� the Solo Contest (Slow Melody) for Boys, to be but overdid it. Still a good show. The all-absorbing topic at present is the Specials, Could you this in your and it was a very good contest ; the awards just please correct held by Windsor Colliery Band. We feel that I-Ianwell showed up well in gooc.l company and wonderful success of Cambornc Town at Bristol next issue about gave general satisfaction. ? " our activities in this area during had the privilege to be broadcast while and Belle Vue, and if they had been fortunate the winter I attended Rochdale Contest on the 20th of con � 0 � � months should help to stimulate interest amongst testing. enough in being selected for the championship October, and although I have been attending Mr. G H · GRIFFITHS, secretary of Rhyl the boys. Particulars will be found in our Advert Luton were disappointing. tioi class, there is little doubt but what they would '· conlests at Rochdale for the past sixty years Silver, writes : " Although our seasonal engage­ in this issue. I hope this event will be well Creswell did not seem to be at home with the wefi. have done well at the Albert Hall. Anyway, it this was one of the best I have ever heard there. ments were terminated in September, we are still supported. Please get in touch with the Secre­ Test ; lhey were too subdued, as were Wingates an� is imperative that a Section 1 should be in- There were several good renderings of the test­ kept busy with various Thanksgiving Week tary, Mr. Jack Thomas, and make it go, as As to the winners they certainly did win, duded in future Contests for this area, otherwise more piece " Songs of England," all the prize winners and concerts. Recently we were at Gronant, will follow should this prove a success. We Horden were in the hands of that master of o:d bands south west of Wales will not be able to giving excellent renderings. Altogether it was Dyserth, and Newmarket, assisting in the would like to see at this contest more boys control, \V. Lowes. to I>: <:ompete for the Championship. a very fine contest, and the best thanks of all Prestatyn and District Thanksgiving Week, and playing with piano accompaniment than has district should be Pare and Dare were good, as also was· Brio­ ston� As intimated in the September issue of the music lovers in Rochdale and 0 we had a great welcome at the three villages. An been usual; it will make it more interesting ho use, and St. Hilda's were also excellent. B.B.N. there is some splendid news from Devon, to given to Mr. W. A. Ashworth for organising the item of interest this month is our meeting with all concerned." I enjoyed every minute of the event, but which, it is hoped, is only a token of things event. I hope it will be an annual event. let hO i to our local M.P. re derequisition of our new band­ us have a test worthy of the bands. come. First is, that Tiverton Town Council -���--- WELLWlSHER. the' room, which was taken from us early in 1941 have decided to re-form the Town Band after CENTRAL SCOTLAND ESSEXITE. a lapse of seven for storage of food ; he promised to assist us in �· � Jack years, and already the instru- --- SOUTH · men ts h regaining our roorn and this week I have received LANCASTER DISTRICT WEST SCOTLAND e [i;t ave been examined and are being put Two of our Scottish bands attended the Con- & m aymg· · a letter from him informing me that he had had ha�' P! cond 1t10n' before distribution. Then test at London but fa1'led to catch the i· ud0"e's Congratulations to Coltncss on their Edin­ E xmouth an interview with the Minister of Food and will Town Council are forming a Town . ears. I hope they played up to their usual form City of Lancaster A.T.C. under Mr. A. Brown­ burgh success ; there was a surprise or two, Ban d for tlie fi keep us 111 forme d o ffurt h er cleve 1 opments. '. for a rst time, although there was a and if they did, I'm quite sure they would leave bill, are still keeping well 111 the public eye and although Wellesley followed up last win by fairly good British Legio onte;l n Band formerly in � � � � a good impression on the listeners. are very popular with the citizens of Lancaster. gaining second place. being, but it became defunct through lack of Mr. W. A. ASHWORTH, Hon. Organiser of The Jubilee Contest in the Usher Hall, Edin- They gave a grand concert to a large crowd 111 In the absence of Mr. Alexander things were to get support from the townsfolk. Welfare Fund. carried However it is Rochdale Contest, writes : " Please convey to burgh, on September 29th, was successfully the Ashton Hall in aid of the through. very well, although the arrange­ proposed to put the band on a proper basis to the Secretaries and members of each Band taking carried through. A pity some of the bands They also took part in the spectacular parade of ments concermng the bands at the evening wo· secure powers of making it a rateable project, part in the Victory Brass Band Festival in the that had entered failed to turn up. I am afraid the Services and Youths' organisations in the concert could have been better; however the wluch is b permissible at resorts. Both towns Drill Hall, Rochdale, on Saturday, October 20th, Mr. Carter's decisions did not go down very well City Thanksgiving \Veek, and on the Monday experience gained will be in the official favour prize have secured the services of Mr. R. H. Penrose 1945, my grateful thanks for their assistance in with those who heard the performances. As evening they entertained the crowd at the nevt time. onte;t of Exeter, wh� will assist in organising these helping me to make our first venture such a huge previous decisions in the same Hall have been Pageant of Youth in the Ashton Hall. Pleased Coltness finished up their season with a visit r�rs.a: ban<:ts and o _ give professional tuition. Also success. I feel confident there was never a con- much the same, woulc.1 it not be as well to put to note my young friend, Cadet Ernest Hughes, to Grangemouth, the occasion being Thanks­ in : . e:"'erung classes under the Devon County Educa- test held anywhere where the bandsmen left _the adj udicators on the opposite gallery ? It the soprano player, pleased the crowd by his giving Day. Ii of. »On . Authonty will be arranged in due course behind them such a good impression as they could be tried at any rate. rendering of the Reveille at the district Victory The proposed \Vest of Scotland Association t tos.i by Mr. Penrose, who is their consultant and have done in Rochdale by their musical abilities, We must all congratulate the winners and hope Celebration. for welfare of bands general seems to be \f r. £ tutor. 111 sportsmanship, and deportment, which will help the others will continue to work hard and be Lancaster S.A. (Adj. Searle) are busy with under way ; a meeting re same was held in b� ic�'· There has been .a change in the Conductor- me greatly to woi;k in future years on the successful on the next occasion. I felt very their own corps worl<:; but they had the honour Glasgow, on Sunday, 7th October. I have not tlllouih ship of the Exete 111 r and District Railwaymen's foundation we laid on our first venture. Already sorry indeed for the Bathgate Band and Mr. of being chosen to supply the music for the heard the outcome of their deliberations. \\:a:, Band, Mr. Lionel IJUl Huxham, formerly deputy- we have fixed Saturday, October 19th, 1946, as J. Riley, their Conductor, having to begin with Y.P. Divisional Council, at Preston. Newmilns managed a turn out on Sunday, on. i Bandmaster 0f d . the Exeter S.A. Temple Band, the date for our 2nc.l annual Brass Band Fes- several of the players missing : they turned up Standfast Works are busy re-forming having 7th Octobel' , a church parade. I hear nothing ,et e· supersedes his brother Lewis tival; in the meantime we shall work to provide during the performance but what could one received their instruments back from the A.T.C. has been done regarding the post vacated by � le retu �o � rn of B�nd-S�rgt. D. S. Counett, more trophies and, if possible, higher cash expect to do then. A great pity. Winchburgh, I understand . the subscriptions are coming in Mr. Hawkins. 6t attn. Dev :'�i� _ onsh1re Regt. , it is hoped that prizes. During the interval a collection was Camelon and Gartsherrie all did well. Next year well. I would like to have news from Mr. H. 'vV ith the boys beginning to come back ,,-e youn� tl I Ho iton To ·e�:l wn Band will re-form at an taken for the A.O.M.F. and a cheque for £2/11/8 I feel sure will see many more bands in all the Fletcher for next month's B.B.N. hope to hear of Darvel, Newmilns, anc.l Galston, Y da� e. :�. ctub·,, EXEFAL. I has been forwarded to the Treasurers." sections. ANDY McSCOTTIE. JOHN-0'-GAUNT. probably Motherwell, picking up. REGAL. ·;OF·D' WRIGHT AND RouNn's BRASS BAND NEws. NOVEMBER 1, 1945.

WHAT OF THE FUTURE ? " ALEXANDER OWEN LIVERPOOL NOTES " HUDDERSFIELD NOTES HUMBER DISTRICT ME \ By HARRY MILEMAN . MORIAL FUND 1· 1· Sorry my notes were too late for last issue, The Huddersfield Brass Band Association held but I must congratulate Edge Hill L.1'11.S. and their annual Contest in Greenhead Park Barton Town are going along nicely. BJ.n1 I have been interested to read the views of The 194() Scholarship Examination was held Jones, their youthful Conductor, on Huddersfield, on August 25th. Only two band� headed the parade and played at the sen·ice on on October 13th, in the Gravel Lane School, I l\fr. �· · Mr. Thomas and "Sub-Rosa " in previous w n mg . �ompeted Thanksgiving Day. Salford, and attracted an entry of ten boys and : r n 5th pnze at September Belle Vue in the Second Section. The lst prize issues, under the above heading, and I will s is m the March attended the Slow Melody Contest at Scatter one girl. The adjudicators were : For Sight Ilu their first attempt at Belle .Yue smce contest was awarded to Flockton 1 venture to enlarge on the theme, by discoursing _ (N. H. and was glad to see a good entry. I was very Reading and Air Mr. J. A. Green- 1938, when they also secured oth :Pnzc. They Atkins), 2nd to Marsden Musical Insti­ upon three aspects of Brass Band work : Varie playing, tute pleased with the playing at this contest. Scotter wood ; and for Theory, Dr. Denis Wright, whose were fortunate to have the services. of two (\V. Kaye). In the selection contest, test­ 1. Broadcasting ; 2, Contesting ; 3, Engage­ . along fine, and having good awards were _ serving members, W. Rowlands (cornet), on p1ece· " Wayside Scenes " (\V. & R.) the position Band are going ments. one was re'."ersed, rehearsals under the popular bandmaster, Mr. R. lst, Bram ·Gay, cornet (Foden's) 230 marks month's leave from Gree�e and L. Mullens Marsden being lst and Flockton With regard to Broadcasting, this is the latest 2nd pnze. Smith 2nd D. S. Stephens euphonium (trombone) on one month s furlo,ugh from The lst Section, March (own choice) field of activity and one which was non-existent ' Germany. They had a full week s engage- was won by Holmebridge United (H. Haigh) ; Brigg Town have finished their Saturday a generation ago. There is no doubt whatever (Black Dyke) 223� .. ni ent in the 1:iverpool Parks for Victory \\leek, 2nd, Clifton & Lightcliffe (.Milnes Wood) ; night Concerts in the Market, which were greatly 3rd A. Stringer ' cornet · (Besses that broadcasting demands a technique of its 3rd, Hade Edge appreciated by the public, who gave good collec­ Juniors) 220 and have agam re�umed play111g at. the L1vcr- (A. Robinson). First Section, own, and owing to problems of acoustics and pool , selection tions. Although short in numbers they have 4th F. Bryce, tenor horn (Besses Football Cl�b s matches. 1 heir quartet�e : lst prize to Hepworth Ironworks studio-balance, we never hear a band at its best (E. fulfilled several engagements this season. Juniors) 219 party is pr?panng for any contests w1thm Kaye) ; 2nd Hade Edge ; 3rd, Honley on the radio. I believe that the matter is too reasonable (F. Chantry) Scunthorpe Borough are very busy and having 5th N. A. Lea, cornet (Ormskirk distance. !hey have scored at all ; 4th, Holmbridge United. The easily glossed over, and I am certain that if the Contests attended, adjudicator was good rehearsals. The band sent 16 players to British Leu-ion) 199 havmg secured lst at Shef- Mr. Alex. Hilton, Firbeck. authorities took a serious interest in it, by con­ field, 3rd at Oxford and lst at the last three The Slaithwaite band held a very successful Scotter Contest, and I must congratulate Mr. Total marks obtainable-250·"' tinuous experimenting with new ideas and Rushworth & Dreaper's Contests. . Carnival on August 18th, and the Marsden \l\T. Barrowcliffc in .winning 3rd prize, which various formations, we should find a better A high standard of playing was evident in the Dingle Silver were also engaged for the Vic- Senior School Band joined in the procession. was a very good performance amongst the class solution. There have been some poor per­ air varie contest, but many of the candidates tory \\leek in the Parks. They also play at the This neighbourly action was appreciated by the of playing. formances recently, and I am afraid that the re­ had undoubtedly neglected their theory studies, South Liverpool football matches. Glad to see Slaithwaite band, and they assisted in a Carnival Crowle are still busy with concerts and all introduction of Regional broadcasting will lead which is a great pity, and we trust those of them they have restarted issuing their monthly News­ at Marsden promoted jointly by the Marsden going well. other bands to expect what will be called " their who will be still eligible for the next examma- letter io bandsmen and supporters which was Youth Club and the Marsden S.S. Band on Scunthorpe British Legion going along nicely fair share " of dates. If we are to continue our tion will take steps to remedy the deficiency. discontinued in May, 1941. Very interesting. September Sth. l'he funds of both bands will under their new bandmaster. Band busy at efforts at increasing the popularity of onr bands Sight reading was also a weak spot with several, A.T.M. have appointed Mr. Ferris, Conductor have been au�mcnted by the two carnivals. rehearsals and they gave a good concert in the on the Radio, we must see to it that the QUALITY but it's also a weak spot with plenty of adult of David Lewis Military Band, to be Band­ Slaithwaite are looking forward to all their Legion Club on Sunday, October 14th, which is not forgotten. I still maintain that as far as players, and only constant practice of new master. I believe he was chosen from over Forces bandsmen returning before Christmas, was much appreciated. I hear Mr. E. Burke has propaganda for our movement is concerned, music will remedy this. thirty applicants. They had four or five 194.5, when a great effort will be made to repeat resigned j:he secretaryship after many years of Broadcasting is by far the most important of the There was a good audience present, but as engagements during Victory Week. their feat of 1938 at Belle Vue. Most, in fact service. FLASHLIGHT. three categories mentionea above. usual, most of them had travelled some distance St. Edward's Orphanage Band had a busy nearly all their members are comparatively Whe.n I come to Contesting, I must remember to attend, and the Governing Council are dis- week playing in the town during Victory \V eek. young, and have many more years of useful activity has often been described as the support from local that this appointed at the lack of I should be pleased to receive news of any playing to look forward to. Other bands arc MANCHESTER DISTRICT life-blood of the movement. I must also remem­ bands at these Examinations. We hope the other bands in the district. EIGHT BELLS. looking forward to the return of their members & ber that, judging by the various letters and com­ local bands will give better support in future ; from the Forces, �---- and it behoves every one of us ments that have appeared in the band press the Council can do with all _the help it is possible to make their home-coming a welcome one. :vlanywill have missed my notes in the October this last few years, something is wrong with the to give them, both financial and otherwise, and CUMBERLAND & FURNESS Not only must we do this, but we must look after issue, which was due to lack of space. "life-blood." There is no doubt that borrowed there is no more worthy cause to which bands­ the young ones who have helped us to carry on Manchester has certainly been the centre of players have been a source of annoyance for a men can give their support. Congratulations to my old friend Mr. W. through the last six years. I Brass Band entertainment during the last few Jong time and this trouble seems to be increasing. Lowes, of Carlisle, on his brilliant success in the Mr. L. Wood, the organiser of Linthwaitc Slow weeks ; we have had Belle Vue Contests ·whilst not defending this "system," let us look * * * Messrs. WRIGHT ROU="D, Hon. "Daily Herald " Championship at lhe Royal Melody Contest informs me that a full band (September Championships and " Daily Herald " at the other side of the question. Everyone & Treasurers, beg to acknowledge receipt, with Albert Hall with Borden Colliery. To be so contest is contemplated for July or August next Championships), Alexander Owen Exams., and of promoting contests, moans about the necessity thanks, of the following donations :- near the famous Fairey Aviation Band was year. Full particulars will appear in the B.B.N. Rochdale Contest. All these fnnctions seem war-time difficulties, and promoters, in spite of National Brass Band Club . . . . £10 10 0 really grand. I hope that the Carlisle St. in the near future. Slow Melody result elsewhere. to have stirred the movement up somewhat, for organize contests. I wonder , have continued to Mr. \l\T. Ashworth (collection at Stephen's Committee will have taken stock, OLD CONTESTOR. many of the Manchester bands have re-formed in the British Isles have had how many bands Rochdale Contest) 2 11 8 and that we shall soon see them to the fore again! ----� and I am pleased to say many are doing well. during the past CONTEST twenty-four bona-fide members Messrs. T. Reynolds, Sons, Salford 1 1 o Broughton Rechabites report excellent pro- RESULTS Manchester should be proud of its bands, for facts. Contests cannot & ;- six years. Let us face C. \l\T. S. Band, ::vranchester .. 1 1 0 gress. They had the wholehearted support of two have gained England's Championships : bands enter for them. Bands can­ BELFAST. Ulster Championship Solo and be run unless Mr. T. Dooley, Manchester .. 1 1 o the village at a recent dance held for the benefit Fairey's Aviation and Besses Boys.' unless they have twenty-four Quartette Contest, September 28th. All W. & not enter for them ,, J. Hume, Fairey Aviation Bd. 0 10 o of their hand funds. I hear that £4 7 was raised, Richard Johnson & Nephew's, a newly formed twenty-four men they \V. R. Test-pieces. Cornet : " She wore a wreath men. If they haven't Mrs. R. Whit-warn, Westhoughton .. 0 10 o and this is ip.ost encouraging. Band, brought credit to themselves al the recent MUST If they don't borrow of roses " (Hartmann). lst, N. McDonald borrow players. Mr. L. Hai:per, Newton Heath 0 10 o Dearham Subscription continue to have very Blackpool Contest, when they figured in the no contests. This is a (Newtownarcls) ; 2nd, T. Whiteside (Agnes . players there can be ,, H. Brookes, Winton, Manchester 10 o good rehearsals. Mr. Kirkbride certainly can prizes Well done, lads ! I know, of course, that 0 Street). Tenor Horn : "Jenny Jones " (Eound) vicious circle indeed. ,, T. Sanderson, Balby, Yorks. 0 10 o keep his men interested. Fairey Aviation (H. Mortimer). England's learners' classes and IN THEORY lst, G. Robinson (Laganvalc) ; 2nd, J. Hinton there could be ,, Clay, Tunstall 0 10 o Dearham Old are quiet at the moment. Please Champions, had a wonderful time on their tour a class of boys to fill the (55th Old Boys). Trombone : "l\Ien of Har­ it is possible to train ,, J. Robinson, Denton 0 10 o send me a line Mr. Ritson for I am sure there not forgetting the fire they experienced in th� places. I have had practical experience lech " (Round). lst, R. Curry (Colonel Eagar) ; vacant ,, N. B. Garner, Manchester 0 2 6 are many in distant parts that would be glad to transport carrying their equipment, but even counties, and I know all the 2nd, l\I. l\1cKayj (Ormeau Amateurs). Eu­ of this in three F. Davies, Sankey's Castle \V ks. know of your activities. this did not slop them from winning at the snags. I know also of the heart-breaks and dis­ phonium : " Rocked in the cradle of the deep " " Daily Herald Championship Band 0 2 6 Great Clifton have a real live wire in Mr. I. " Contest at the couragements that take place between the first Small.· They are now preparing for visiting (Rollinson). lst, R. Shaw (Colonel Eagar) ; Royal Albert Hall, London. 2nd, W. McCamley (55th Old Boys). Quartette: lesson and the day when the boys are fit for s their patrons during the festive season. Avro Works Band (S. M. Rowe) have had £19 19 "Flying Dutchman " (Wagner). contesting. Ko wonder the majority of bands Risehow Colliery have eased down a little. It lst, 55th Old quite a successful season in the contest field. * Boys ; 2nd, Agnes Street. Total entries, take the easier course and engage experienced is expected that they will be heard again before fiO. They attended the Rochdale Contest, played a Adjudicator, Mr. C. George Bannister, B.B.C.M! men. These are all plain facts and should be The Govern,ng Council greatly appreciate the many weeks have gone. good band, but failed to catch the ear of Mr. remembered. I am not pretending to point a way generous donation from the National Brass Maryport Albion have been the busiest band Harold Moss. BELLE VUE, -MANCHESTER. "Daily out of the difficulties, but so much is said by Band Club, whose co-operation in this grand in their district this season. Mr. Melville keeps Besses Boys' (J. Wright) deserve all the praise Herald " Championship, September retired arm-chair critics, that I throw some work is very welcome. them up to a very good standard. 29th. Second they received for their win at Belle Vue in the Section : lst prize, Camborne light on the facts of the situation. If some Cockermouth Mechanics are quite satisfied Town (A. \l\T . Junior Championship. Much praise is due to accord­ Parker) ; 2nd, Horwich (A. Hazelhurst) ; 3rd, sensible method of choosing test-pieces ----·�- - -- with their progress and Mr. J. Beattie is a very Mr. J. C. \l\Tright, who gives much of his time to ing to the grade of band expected was adopted, able leader. Fisher & Ludlows Works (G. Allen) ; 4th, these boys. HARTLEPOOL DISTRICT British Ropes Ltd. (E. Pearce). Third this would make it easier, for we have many & Frizington St. Pauls have been in very great Section : North Manchester Silver, late Manchester instances of 2nd section pieces being more demand. Their high standard of playing is lst prize, Houghton Main Colliery ; 2nd, Re­ Civil Defence (Mr. Les Harper) are just about technically difficult than the lst section at the First of all we must congratulate Borden maintained, and they are very popular. solven Miners' Welfare (E. Harries) ; 3rd, Avro to recover after their set-back of chancrina Works (S. M. Rowe) ; 4th, Rothwell Temper­ same contest. I suppose that is the work of Colliery on their splendid win at the Albert Hall, Askam Town played at the opening of the band rooms,_ due to the Civil Defence orgai':isa� ance (J. Newton). Junior . experts. on October 6th. My informant tells me their Dalton Thanksgiving recently. They very much Section : "Poetic t10n bemg disbanded. Mr. Mather, their band­ Fancies " (\l\T. R.). I now come to engagements and this is another performance was a splendid one. Mr. W. Lowes appreciated the assistance of some of the per­ & lst prize, Besscs' Boys' master, is very anxious for the Band's progress (J. C. Wright) ; 2nd, Ammanford Ju aspect of banding that is fraught with pit-falls. was in command. We must now call them the sonnel of Barrow Shipyard. This is a fine niors (H. G. and wishes me to make known the chano-e o· My band experience has covered every part of Champions of the North. \\T ell, keep it up gesture from a " big brother, " and might be Evans) ; 3rd, City of Coventry A.T.C. (J. R. Bandroom-St. Paul's Schoolroom, Ten Acre, Major) ; 4th, Rcepham Juniors (S. S. H. the British Isles and I must admit that there boys. . copied by others ! Iliffe). Lane, Newton Heath, Manchester 10. Any is a wide gulf existing between the standard of Blackhall Colliery competed also at the Workington Town are having good rehearsals. Adjudicators : Second Section, l\Ir. Frank bandsmen will be made welcome. Wright ; Third Section, Mr. programme playing of our dozen or so best Albert Hall and gave a very good performance, I hope it will not be long before this band are up Eric Ball ; Junior Swinton and Pendlebury are on the upgrade because but like a few more first class bands were not Section, Mr. A. Ashpole. bands and the others. This comes about to pre-war standard. and some changes have been made. Mr. G. other elements besides musical qualities creep in the prizes. They are to broadcast on Novem­ Barrow Iron and Steelworks have been appear­ German has been appointed secretary. A Boys' EDINBURGH. Scottish Amateur Band in here. In addition to musical excellence, the ber 3rd. Their two young boy soloists have ing at the local Soccer matches. Mr. ] . Jacobs, Band has been formed under the conductorship Association, September 2()th. First brass band of the future must compete with broadcasted twice this last month. who is in charge, has a few promising youngsters. Section. of Mr. Les Harper, of Manchester. Any inter­ "Valkyrie " (W. R.). First prize, other entertainments and what is called The Durham Brass Band League have been Barrow Shipyard are to broadcast again on & Coltness ested boy will be made welcome on Sunday Hawkins) " modern presentation." Forty years ago the running a series of Slow Melody Duet, Quartette the l 7th November. Mr. Wilson reports that Works (G. ; 2nd, \11/ellcslcy Colliery afternoons, 3 p.m. (T. Proctor) ; 3rd, Barry Ostlere public never heard any music at all except the and Septet Contests, and Mr. Dawson of Black­ the band has had the busiest season since it was & Shepherds Moston Colliery attended the Rochdale Con­ (J. Faulds) ; 4th, Parkhead Forge (G. Hawkins). band in the park. They were not in a position hall was the adjudicator at the last two contests. formed 53 years ago. Recently they were at test. Nice to see this band making a special to appreciate the difference between good and The League is doing well in training young Grange-over-Sands in connection with Thanks­ Also competed : Bathgate Public, Bonnybridge effort again. and District, Govan Burgh, Scottish bad. To-day, by the pressing of a switch, the players. giving Week. C.W.S., Levenshulme (H. Carr) keep a high standard Tullis Russell. Second Section. " Mountain world's finest music and greatest artists are Easington Colliery and N.F.S. Band are pre­ Barrow Youth Clubs are very active, and some of playing ; they certainly played a good band available for everyone, rich and poor alike. paring for any contests that come their way. promising players are taking shape. Sylph " (W. & R.). First prize, St. John's, at Rochdale. Port Glasgow (R. M. Smith) ; 2nd, Buckhaven Added to this there are the modern cinemas Murton Colliery and Helton Silver are coming Furness Wing A.T.C. have had a very busy Newton Heath (Manchester) Boys' Brass Town (C. M. Ferris) ; 3rd, Gartsherrie ·silver and theatres and touring symphony orchestras. to life again. Both parties were in the prizes season and Mr. Archie Goodall intends to build (Les Harper) have commenced their winter con­ (Jas. Ellis) ; 4th, Galashiels Town (Jas. All these. have given the public an idea of what at Durham. up during the longer nights ahead. Amos). test season ; their first packed the Hall, the Also competed : Coatbridge Town, Kelty to accept and what to reject, and if we are to Thornley Colliery Quartettc Party was I st at I understand that Barrow Shipyard intend & We leyan Schoolroom (Manchester). Much Blairsdam. Third Section. " Lurline " (W. � have the audiences we desire, we must do our Durham. I understand their performance was holding their annual Junior Slow Melody Con­ & praise is due to Mr. Bond, secretary, and his R.). First prize, West Calder (Chas. Telfer) ; best to cater for this new public. outstanding. test on Saturday, lst December, and will include committee for the hard work they have put in 2nd, Shotts R.C. (J. Faulds) ; 3rd, City of It will be noticed that I have not mentioned vVheatley Hill Quarettte Party was also an Open Quartette Section. Mr. W. B. Wilson for the band. Edinburgh (W. Hargreaves) ; Associations, etc. At the risk of causing a stir amongst the prizes. COAST GUARD. is organising the event. 4th, Musselburgh Burnage and District (K. Clayton) also and Fisherrow Trades (J. Faulds). Four bands I have left them out because I don't think that Congratulations to W. 0. Ronnie Liversedge attended Rochdale Contest, and many were � -- competed. Fourth Section. " The Talisman " as they are run at present, they are much to ------on his award of the D.F.M. by His Majesty the agreeably surprised at their performance. (W. & R.). First prize, Winchburgh H.G. (J. worry about in planning for the future. I am Kina for his courage and devotion to duty Street Fold Band (R. Dootson) I should say TYNESIDE NOTES Faulds) ; 2nd, Camelon Silver (J. Faulds) ; . not aware of any great advance that has been serv ng with the R.A.F. Ronnie was a n:iember are the worst hit band m our district due to . . 3rd, Whitburn Miners' Welfare (J. Faulds) ; made since they began their committee of thei Barrow Shipyard Band before iommg the men being in the Forces, but Mr. Doots�n never 4th, Leith Silver (W. Taberner). Also com­ meetings, although I'll support any idea that I would first liJ.<:e to congratulate Harden Service. LENTO. tires of holding his weekly rehearsal. peted, 4th Kirkcaldy B.B. Adjudicators : First proves itself worthy. Colliery on the splendid achievement in the --�· Cheetham Public (R. Cooper) never fail to ------and Second Sections, Mr. E. S. Carter ; Third In conclusion, I would raise my hat to all " Daily Herald " Championship Contest. To show up at a contest, and made their way to BRISTOL DISTRICT and Fourth Sections, Mr. H. Bennett. bandmasters who have kept their bands to­ win 2nd prize at such a great contest is some­ the Rochdale Contest, showing their usual high gether during this worst of all wars. I know, thing to be proud of. standard of playing. ROYAL ALBERT HALL, LONDON. " Daily myself, of their problems. Also the bandsmen The Northumberland Miners' Picnic Contest Very pleased to receive a letter from Mr. Barton Hall Wor�s have a progressive spirit Herald " National Brass Band Championship ; who have kept plodding on in spite of black-out, was held in Newcastle-on-Tyne and a great V. G. Davies, B.M. of B.A.C. Works. The Mr. E. Farrington is their tutor who Festival, October 6th. First prize, Fairey has made call-up, civil-defence, fire-watching, overtime, crowd thronged the City Hall to hear the last band have enjoyed a very successful season an improvement in the band's playing. Mr. K. etc. What do the critics know of their pro­ Contest under war-time rules. The three prize- series of concerts at Weston­ Aviation Works (H. Mortimer) ; 2nd, Harden Bradshaw, their which included a . .bandmaster, never fails to keep blems ? In looking to the future let us forget winning bands gave creditable performances super-Mare and six concerts in London-at Colliery (W. Lowes) ; 3rd, Park & Dare (Haydn his men m the nght spirit. all irrelevant issues. Let us pin our faith to the but over-blowing and bad intonation was Exhibition in Oxford Street, etc., Bebb) ; 4th, Brighouse and Rastrick (E. Ball). ancheste the Aircraft � .r bandsmen had the opportunity of rank-and-file bandsman and bandmaster who, prevalent in all bands ; as intonation is an and a long-to-be-remembered trip to Belle Vue. Also competed : Black Dyke Mills, Blackball paymg a v1s1t to Alex. Owen Exams. Colliery, Clydebank Burgh, Cory Bros. Work­ at Gravel instead of wasting time grumbling about the individual matter it is up to every bandsman Mr. J. C. Dyson has proved an excellent mcntor­ Lane, Salford, but only a few attended. men,. Creswell Colliery, Grimcthorpc Colliery . Mr. J. good old days, have loyally kept together and to put it right. Mr. H. Sutcliffe of Barrow he is now preparing them for their 12th broad­ Clarkson and his committee give Institule, Gwaun-cae-Gurwen, Hanwell Silver, . much of their made our future possible. adjudicated and his awards were lst, Back- cast in November. With the change-over from tune to t.lus movement. Those who did attend Luton, Ransome & l\Iarles Works, Scottish worth ; 2nd, Xewbiggin ; 3rd, North Seaton. war to peace production, however, there is a spent a very enjoyable afternoon. Master -� C.W.S., St. Hilda's, vVingates Temperance. ------Chopwell have had a very good season and certain amount of anxiety due to some of the Bram Gay, pupil of Mr. Harry Adjudic'ltors : Messrs. F. Wright, H. Geehl and Mortimer, won WOR CEST ERSH IBE NOTES are now preparing for next year. The band are bandsmen becoming redundant. Unlike other the Alex. Owen Scholarship. I think we should standing very well. works bands there arc no guaranteed jobs for Denis Wright. say " Thank you ! " to Mr. J. Clarkson and Harton still keep busy ; their regular broad- surrounding the lus bandsmen ; the atmosphere committee for without competitions of this good season, and casts keep them going with interesting rehearsal�. is chiefly of hope that the hard work put LINTHW AITE, October 13th. Slow Melody Langley Prize have had a band nature many of our best boys would be lost to winter ; their were Contest. Section for under 14 years. lst, have booked some jobs for the News is scarce from Newbiggin ; they in by such pioneers as Mr. Yabsley and Mr. the Band world. MANCUNIAN. solo horn player (Mr. W. Hill) has started placed second at the picnic. Miller and others still there, will not be lost. Briar Shaw, Scapegoat Hill (cornet) ; 2nd, teaching some boys to play. North Seaton were third at the Picnic Contest. Mentioning Mr. Miller reminds me that he is - Johnson, Grange Moor (baritone) ; 3rd, B. Coseley have restarted I am glad to say. I After the experience gained al Berte Vue l now interested in the juniors, directing the Aston, Silkstone (cornet). Under 16 years. lst, heard them at the Palace in 1938. Drop me a thought they would have managed to win. Bristol Centre W.J.A.C. Fife and Drum Band, Brian Short (euphonium), Marsden S. School ; line, Mr. Porter, please. Backworlh at.tended the Picnic Contest and also the 17th N.F.S. Bugle Band. 2nd, Briar Shaw (cornet), Scapegoat Hill ; 3rd,