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WILLIAM POLLARD CORNET SOLOIST, BAND TEACHER,

AND ADJUDICATOR 11 PARROCK ST., CRAWSHAWBOOTH

ROSSENDALE

J. A. GREEN.WOOD BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

19 NORTHWOOD ROAD, PRENTON BIRKENHEAD

___ ____ Telephone: _!l��AD 3264

GEO. H. MERCER TRUMPET, CORNET, BAND TEACHER

AND CONTEST ADJUDICATOR Address--

MONA VILLA, BURNGREAVE STREET SHEFFIELD

TOM EASTWOOD Associated Teacher to the Bandsman's College of Music

("The Easy Way," by post) SOLO CORNET,

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICA TOl< ALTON HOUSE, BROUGHAM ROAL

MARSDEN, Near HUDDERSFIELD

N O E L T H O R P E SOLO CORNET, BAND TEACHER,

AND ADJUDICATOR c/o. THE COMMERCIAL HOTEL

SLAITHWAITE, near HUDDERSFIELD

GEO. HAWKINS BAND TEACHER

BROADDALES HOUSE, NEWMILN!:i AYRSHIRE

Teacher of Theory and Harmony by post

JOHN FAULDS BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOI<

44 KENNEDY CRESCENT, KIRKCALI 1 > FIFE

HAROLD LAYCOCK THE RENOWNED TROMBONIST

of St. Hilda (1920-26) and Callenders (1927-43) Band Fame PUPILS PRIVATE OR POSTAL

Conductor, Blackball Colliery Band. BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

96 WEST STREET BLACKHALL COLLIERY, WEST HARTLEPOOi.

Co. DURHAM

DAVID ASPINALL Musiool Director, Ransome & Marles Works' Ba"' I

(Late Conductor, Creswell Colliery and i:'.iar.y Bre"e'' Bauns) BAND TEACHER, BAND AND CHORAL

CONTEST ADJUDICATOR "PRIORY VIEW," 14 FRIARY ROAll

NEWARK-ON-TRENT, NOTTS. Tel.: Newark456-7-8-9

FRED MORTIMER (Bandmaster, Foden's Motor Works Band)

TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR CLIFTON RD., EL WORTH, SANDBACI 1

CHESHIRE

w. W O O D CONDUCTOR AND TEACHER

Young Bands a Speciality 6 COLBECK STREET, HANSON LANE

HALIFAX, YORKS.

H. MUDDIMAN BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOT�

"ASHBURN," ALLOA

J. B O DDI C E BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

13 LAKE ROAD. WOODLANDS, DONCASTER.

HERBERT BENNETT BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 40 LEVEN STREET, POLLOKSHIELDS

GLASGOW, S.l. Tel. : Poll�k 0826

HAROLD BARKER (Conductor, Dannemora Steel Works, and Eckington Band ..

BAND TEACHER AND CONTEST ADJUDICATOR

"SOMERVILLE," ECKINGTON SHEFFIELD --

Lieut. JOHN FLETCHER PROFESSIONAL CONDUCTO;R AND

ADJUDICATOR Brass. Military. Orchestra. GRIFFIN HOTEL, HALIFAX

Phone : 361011

HARRY MILEMAN (Conductor Firbeck Colliery Band)

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOI� 20 DONCASTER ROAD,

Langold, Worksop, NOTTS.

HAROLD MOSS L.R.A_.M., A.R.C.M. (Bandmastership)

Musical Dtrcctor, Creswell Colliery Bann TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR (Coach for Diploma Exams.1 etc., by post) Successes m vano11s Grades of the B.C.M. Exammations including Bandmastcrship 5 NEW VILLAGE, CRESWELL

Near WORKSOP, NOTIS.

WILLIAM FARRALL BAND TRAINER AND ADJUDICATOR CHORD PLAYING DEMONSTRATED

"CORONA," 14 MANOR GROVE, BENTON NEWCASTLE-ON -1 'YNE

Phone BENTON 61114

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Band Teachers, Adjudicators and Soloists

CHAS. A. COOPER A.Mus.V.C.M.

BAND TEACHER, ADJUDICATOR, COMPOSER AND ARRANGER

Life-long experience Brass, Military, Orchestral and Choral

Band or Choral Contests Adjudicated 19 COLUMBIA STREET, HUTHWAITE

NOTTS.

DRAKE RIMMER "\AND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

"MIRELLA," MILTON ROAD KIRKCALDY .

Phone : KIRKCALDY 2844

ALFRED ASHPOLE F.T.C.L., A.R.C.M., L.Mus.T.C.L., B.B.C.M.

BAND, VOCAL AND CHORAL TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

Author of 0 Viva Voce Questions" for Brass Band Examination Candidates

Associated Teacher to the Bandsmun's College of Music

Special Arrangements scored for uands Specialist Coach for ali Band Diplo:nas Successes include all lower grades, also

A.B.C.M. ond B.B.C.M. BISHOP'S STORTFORD, HERTS.

Tel. 386

W. D A W S O N BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

(Late c..-nductor Blackhall Colliery Band) ROSE & CROWN HOTEL,

CHEAPSIDE, HALIFAX, Yorks.

J. M. HINCHLIFFE Euphonium Soloist (late Black Dyke; Besses)

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 56 NEWTON STREET, HYDE

CHESHIRE F R E D R O G A N

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR "ALDERSYDE," DARVEL, SCOTLAND

J. H. PEARSON BAND TEACHER

" AVONDALE," 94 GROVE LANE TIMPERLEY, CHESHIRE

ALBERT s. GRANT A.B.C.M., B.B.C.M.

Associated Teacher to the Bandsman's College of Music Postal Lessous a Feature

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR " ROYSTON A," LONG LANE, SHIR:EBROOK

Nr. MANSFIELD, NOTTS.

CHARLES ANDERSON (" 0.R.l:l."-Contest March)

Fullv experienced Soloist TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 158 COPPICE STREET, OLDHAM

HERBERT SUTCLIFFE Musical Director

(VICKERS-ARMSTJWNGS l.IMlTED) BARROW SHIPYARD SILVER BAND BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

41 CEDAR ROAD BARROW -IN-FURNESS

EDWARD KITTO (Conductor, Thomley Colliery Band)

I3AND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR 28 HENDERSON A VENUE

WHEATLEY HILL, Co. DURHAM

s. s. H. ILIFFE BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

8 NUTFIELD ROAD. LEICESTER

GEORGE THOMPSON B.B.C.M., L.G.S.M.

BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR Arranger for Brass and Military Bands

Associated Teacher to the Bandsman's College of Music

12 BURNTWOOD RD, GRD1ETHORPE, BARNSLEY, YORKSHIRE

WRIGHT AND RouNn's BRASS BAND NEws. SEPTEMBER 1, i-946.

lllINOR ADVERTISEMENTS 20 words ls. Od. 6d. for each additional 10 words. Remittances must accompany adver­tisement, and reach us by the 24th of the month. For Box address at our 0 ffice count six words, and add 3d. for forwarding of replies. This rate does not apply to Trade Adverts.

HERBERT BROOKES, the celebrated Comettist (late ot Wingate&) is now open for engagements as Soloist or

Teacher.-The Library, Parrin Lane, Winton, Manchester.

BANDSMAN'S COLLBGE OF MUSIC. Syllabus of all examinations can be bad from the secretary-Mr. H, COLLIER, 13 Montrose Avenue, Stretfocd, Nr. Manchester.

who is willing to answer all enquiries and advise, genernlly.

J. B. Mayers & Sons (THE OLD ORIGINAL)

MANUFACTURERS OF THE

ALEXANDER OWEN MEMORIAL FUND. All enquiries "C ONCORD" BA N D INSTRUMENTS should be sent to-Mr. J. CLARKSON, 3 Bre.U>ton Drive, Worsley, Manchester. . . be :.,1:�s: :���:.i�onation, no matter how small. It

will Se con d-han d I nstr u men ts l) SMITH, Solo Cornet, Brass Band Trainer and Adjudicator, :\, 0 is open to teach or judge anywhere. Ternis :-

C 0 R "Beaumont," Scarborough Road, Muston, Filey, Yorks. NETS • Besson • Hawkes

MONOMARK Service. Permaneut London address. Letters FLUG EL • Besson re-directed. Confidential. 5/- per a=um. l{oyal TEN OR HORNS Besson patronage. Write Monomark, BM/MON07G, W.C.l. (2) EUPH O N IUM 4v. Lamy C A. ANDERSON, Band Teacher and Adjudicator. Musi cal Eb BASS • Besson • Gisborne 8 . Director, Leicester Band Festival.-" Tyndareus,"

Wanlip Avenue, Birstall, Leicester. (10) TEN OR TROMBO NE • Higham

B- AND ARRANG1"1G efficiently done. Compositions G. TRO M B O N E Higham . Besson harmonised, scored, and prepared for publication.

Dance dru m outfit First-class work assured.-Mr. CHAS. A. COOPER, 19 Colum-

plated

bia Street, Huthwaite, Notts. (D) 24# CHI NESE G O N G on Stand W ANTED IMMEDIATEL.Y for the Band of the Eb TUBULAR BELLS (8) on Stand CORPS of ROYAL ENGINEERS, tw0 ex· verienced TROMBONISTS, experienced CORNET and BASS players, also three BOYS with knowl�dge of 6 S OUT H ERN STREET, Liverpool Rd. music, preferably some knowledge of the v IOLIN (age between 14·16 years). E_xeellent prospects in large Service Orchestra and Military B.and. Apply­D!RECTOR OF MUSIC, Royal Engmeers, Ripon, Yorks. (1) L-,RAI\ K WRIGHT Adjudicator, Arranger, Composer, J..' Conductor.-Add�ess: BCM/BATON, LONDON, W.l.

(1 2) l NTERNATIONAL lJOMBUSTION LTD \YORKS BAND require keen BANDSMEN for all IN­

STRUMENTS. Vacancies exist for PLATERS, PLATERS' HELPERS, all classes of FOUNDRY WORKERS and YARD LABOURERS. Apply, giving particulars of trade to '.l'HE EMPLOYMENT SUPER-

M A NCHESTER 3 (Our only address)

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BRASS BAND CONDUCTORS

Hon. Sec.: Mr. B. HISC OTT, F.C.C.S.,

23 Bury Road, Epping.

VISOR International Combustion Ltd., Sinfin Lane,

�,e��r.,.:r EY ROWE Band Teacher and Adjudicat�), NOW READY! for Band Funds

,., 2 M;erscroft Cl�se, New Moston, MANCHESTER 10. BELLE VUE SUCCESSES: 1�40, 41, 42, 43, 44 and 45. (12)

M- R. J:l. HOLDlNG, late of Abram Colliery; Baxendale's aud

M Besscs (Holder of four B.C.M. Certificates). Brass. or

ilitary BAND TEACHER.-18 Hawtllorn Avenue, l{adchffe nr. Manchester.

our favourite BLACK CAT

POCKET DIARIES J HARTSHORN, Solo Cornet, holder of Three Diplomas: F OR 1947.

• (1) Bandmastership, also 2 Prep. to Diploma. Teacher Y B d N d SI • t d of BRASS BANDS and also THEORY.-Apply: The Willows. our an s ame an ogan prrn e on

Annscroft, nr. Shrewsuury. (10) every diary. Order Early. Suppl ies Limited JAMES ELLIS-Teacher and Coad\"lctor The Royal SEN D FOR SAM PLE 3d. post free.

Scottish Academy of Music. Principal Trumpet-Seottish Orchestra. Yom1g Scottish Bands prepared for M

• t p & ( d t ' Contests, etc.-27Alderman Place,Knightswood, Glasgow,W.3 anuscr1p aper on UC ors 'Phone, Scotstoun 2756. (1)

A WHITEHEAD, (Euphon.iumist). Brass Band Teacher Scoring Paper and March Cards 30 May Street, Beverley Road, Hull.

ALWAYS I N ST OCK l• OLMBRIDGE CONTEST COMMITTEE. The Third I Annual QUARTETTE C0"1TEST. will be held in th� Parish Hall, Holmbridge, on Saturday, i;;ovember 16th, 1946. Adjudicator, Mr. D. Aspmall. lst pnze, �O Gns Challenge Cup aud£7; 2nd,£.4.; 3rd,£2; 4th,£1; 5th, 10/·; and.10/- special. Test-piece "Own Choice." Entrance fee 5/-. Schedules from the Secretary, Mr. D. BROADHEAD, Yew Tree, Holmbndge, Huddersfield. WANTED for CASH, BRASS and SILVER PLATED

BAND INSTRUMENTS, including CORNETS, EUPHONIUMS, TENOR HOR:-IS, etc. HESSY'S, 20 Man· chester Street, Liverpool.

QUICKFIT PUBLISHING CO. CLARKES LANE, ROCHDALE. Phone 2788

THE RUSHWORTH; HALL, LIVERPOOL

RUSHWORTH AND DREAPER'S 3nh ANNUAL QUARTETTE CONTEST

For Brass Instruments. HULL CITY POLICE, require brass ":�d reed, all instru·

1nents. Cornets willing to play lenor Cornet, also Drummer urgent. Srate age, height, etc., to THE CHIEF CONSTABLE, Kingston-upm1-Hull, Yorks. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER lGth, at 4-30 p.m

W UY WAIT FOR-NEW JNSTRUMENTS. Forward your Test-piece: Any Quartctte from W. & R.'s Nos. 12, 21, or old ones to us, and have them ove�hauled an? Repla�cd, 24th Sets.

to look as new. Brass Bands our spcc1alty. Quick ;erv1ce. First prize, £3 and the Rushworth & Dreaper Challenge Shield SCOTrISH MUSICAL INSTRUMENT HEPAIR CO., o Drury (Shield to be held by the winning band for 11 months) Street Glasgow. Phone Cent. 0832. second prize, £1/10/-; third prize, £1; fourth prize, 101-()N:iCs:P:-BbC· OI�NE"T(Courtois) £12 ; One S.P. Bb In addition a Prize uf 10/- for the Best Local Quartette from

CORNET £7. ONE S.P. Bb BARITONE (Besson), £14; any Band within seven miles radius of Liyerpool Town Hall ONE BHASS EUPH. (Besson), £8 ; ONE BRASS EU�H. Entrance Fee, 2/-. O

(Higham), £12; ONE S.P. TENOR TROMBONE (Besson) £8; Please send e•tries early as the organisers NE S.P. TENOR TROMBOi\E (Besson). £8 ; Will sell reserve the right to limit the number.

separately, or what otiers? G. LANGLEY, �v Hammill Street, Adjudicator: Mr. J. A. GREENWOOD. St. Helens, Lanes. A Representative of each Quartette to draw for position. FOR SALE. TWO S.A. "TRIUMPH" BBb, in excellent at 4-15 p.m.

condition, plated, best offer over £<10 _each secures. '.\. Admission to the Hall, 6d. (tax included). All pay. LAWRENCE, 2� :11acKenzie Road, Cambridge. __ Entries to be sent not later than November 9th to FOR SALE. PLATED CORNET, complete with ;iew leather Messrs. lUJSHWORTH & DREAPER LTD.,

case, in very good condition, best o�er ov�r £15 secures. Brass Band Specialists, \V. LAWRENCE, 29 MacKenzie Road, Cambridge. ___ 11-17 ISLINGTON, LIVERPOOL.

NATIONAL BRASS BAND "The Welfare of Brass Bands"

Hon. Secretary: FRANK S. MUNNS, 46 Sparrow Farm Road,

CLUB

Tel. Ewell 3290 EWELL, Surrey

1947 LIVERPOOL JOURNAL

As already announced, our 1947 Journal will be on sale on October lst.

We have had a great number of letters from bands saying how pleased they are at the prospect of getting some new real brass band music, and so great is the confidence in us that we have already had some orders for the com­plete Journal to be delivered as soon as ready. Vi'e are quite sure that none of the bands will be disappointed with what we are providing for them, and contesting bands in particular will be delighted with the four test-pieces, " Les Preludes," " Aroldo," " Recollections of Mendelssohn," and " Pride of the Forest." The Scottish First and Second Section bands are already revelling in the two first named, and are enthusiastic in praise of them. It is a matler of great regret to us that the other two pieces could not be rushed through in time for the Third and Fourth Section bands to receive them six weeks before their contest on Secptember 7th, and we have had to fall back on old pieces for them.

Our new Journal Prospectus is now ready, but we are waiting for the Sample Booklets. We hope to have these some time during Sep­tember, and will send them out to all bands as early as possible. All who write for a Prospectus and Sample Sheet should enclose one Penny stamp and give name of band.

----�·�---MAN CHESTER & DISTRICT

Many congratulations to Besses Boys, winners of the " Daily Herald" Junior Championships held at Belle Vue, 1945/46.

Cheetham Public also attended Belle Vue and were awarded the 3rd prize in the 3rd Section.

Manchester Boys also competed and were placed 5th in order of merit.

Maston Collieries ·works continue to make progress, they were listed 5th in the awards at \Vhitefield; many engagements have been booked.

Faireys Aviation along with Manchester C.W.S., are to represent the North Vi'estern Area at the Royal Albert Hall, London in October. V.ie wish them all the best.

Richard Johnson and Nephews; just what has happened is hard to say, but I do hope to see the progressive spirit maintained when your re-organizing has taken place.

Clayton Aniline ; Glad to hear you continue to make headway, pleased to see you entered for the contest at Whitefield and played a good band.

Many Manchester bands will, I have no doubt, be rehearsing " Gems of Old England " for the Rochdale Contest. Why not more of our newly formed bands take the opportunity of these contests ?

Stretford Borough are almost at the end of their engagements. Annual picnic took place on the l8th inst., when a party of 60 journeyed to Llandudno and Rhyl. A very good spirit exists in the band and they will be glad to welcome old members or new ones, but they must be keen.

MANCUNIAN. ----�----

TYNESIDE NOTES

B E LLE VUE , M A N C H E STER·

For the 94th Annual September Champion­ship Contest which will be held at the Zoological Gardens Belle Vue Manchester, on Saturday, September 7th, the following thirty bands have entered:-

Amington (Tamworth), Barrow Shipyard, Bickershaw Colliery (Leigh), Bnghouse . and Rastrick Brodsworth Main Colliery Institute (Doncaster), Canal Ironworks (Shipley), Carlton Main Frickley Colliery (South Elmsall), City of Coventry, Cory Bros. Workmens,_ Creswell Colliery, Crookhall Colliery, Edg� Htll L.M·.S. (Liverpool), Enfield Central, Fairey Aviation Works, .Firbeck Colliery, Fisher and Ludlow Works (Birmingham), Grimethorpe _Colliery Institute (Barnsley), Han well Silver. ,H1ckkton Main Horwich Munn and Felton's (h.ettenng), Nels�n . Nutgr�ve, Pare and Dare Workme!1· Sankey's Castle Works, Slaithwaite, St. Hilda s, Watford Silver and British Legwn, Wmgates Temperance, Yorkshire Copper Works.

Contest commences at 11 a.m. The Test-piece is an original composition

" Salute to Freedom " by Eric Ball. � � � �

T H E B.B. N STALL On this occasion we will have a Stall with a

display of Solos and other home practice music, and Tulors. We also hope to have on sale our 1947 Joy Book. We shall be pleased to _meet all old friends, and any new ones who will make themselves known to us.

�---­OXFORD AND DISTRICT

Although there are now plenty of bands to select from for the numerous outdoor funct10ns taking place, all too many of the J?r��notors still apparently prefer " canned music, wluch, I presume, is cheaper to them than the hire of_a band. Bands themselves, I feel, are to blame m some instances for a letter early in the day to the promoters,' setting forth the attractions of a band, would, in many cases, influence them to engage one, and it must be admitted that many fete promoters do not know wh�re to apply for a band in these times. Here is a pomt that Associations could well add to their activities.

In this area however we have had a few bands taking p�rt in functions, Swindon Military providing the music at the fete at Ardmgtoi:i., and Swindon Royal Artillery Association were m the same area at Grove Show and Sports.

Morris Motors provided the music at the ·works Sports Meeting on the l 7th, and were booked to appear in Cardiff on the :H�t, also Birmingham on September 2lst, both m con­junction with Sankeys Castle Works Band.

From Didcot I hear that the Band are pullmg well together i� the capable hands of Mr. Phil Rust, and, although they will not be tackling any contests this season, they hope to be ready to meet all comers next year.

South Berks Silver (Newbury), has been wound up, and all the effects transferred to the British Legion, to be used in the format10� of a new band in connection with the Legion.

I was very sorry that owing to being on holiday these notes did not appear in last month's issue. A record crowd attended the Northumber­land Miners Picnic Contest, the weather was alorious and it was a treat to hear the bands playing at Morpeth again. Nine bands competed seven of which gave very good performances. Mr. H. Heyes of Coleshill was adjudicator, and as I anticipated lst prize went to North Seaton, Newbiggin took 2nd prize and 3r� priz� went t.o Cowpen and Crofton who were disqualified, this was a great pity but quite justified. When will bands stop breaking the rules ?

The Durham Gala was a hectic day and I admire all bandsmen who strived to do their best. The streets were simply crammed and deportment was out of the question, but some bands still managed a fair good show.

The Berkshire and Neighbouring Counties Band Festival Guild are going ahead for their contests at Reading on October 26th, and schedules are now ready. Mr. Watkins has resigned from the Secretaryship, Mr. A. J. Le Sueur taking his place. His address will be found elsewhere in this issue.

The announr.ement oL..the New_Liverpool Journal has been greeted with enthll:siasm, and bands will be looking forward to bemg able to act down to rehearsals on the new music during the winter months. Although nothing is settled, I should not be surprised to see the test-pieces for the Oxford Association's Contests in 1947 chosen from the " L.J .", and understand that this matter is on the agenda for their next meeting. PIU VIVO

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SNEYD GREEN, Stoke-on-Trent, 17th

A. E. BAD RICK

SLOW :t!ELODY SOLO CONTESTS. OPEN JUNIOR. SECTION (Under 16 years), October 5th, 1�4(i. lst

Prize Cup to be held for one year and £1; 2nd, 15/-; 3rd, 10/·. !\1edais for Best CoRNET, HoRN, TROMBONE, .EuPHONIUM, BA.s� or BASS TROMBONE. Senior Section, October 2Gth9 1!1

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lst Prize Cup value £2G to be kept for one year and£. ; .nd, £1 10s. Od.; 3rd, £1 Medals for Best CORNET, HORN, TnoM· noNE, EUPHONIUM, BASS or BASS TRO�BONE. Ad]ud1c�tor both Contests: H. Moss, Esq., L.R.A.M., A.R.C.M., Musical Director Creswell Colliery Band. Entry forms from Secretary, Mr. E. G. WELLS, 1 Avon Road, New Brumby, Scm1thorpe. ,

--- STILL WANTED Cop y of "PlWGRESSIVE METHOD for CO!WET by V. CA USSINCS (Part 2 only suffice)

Apply :-PALMER, Carr's Lane, :11iddles�'�n,_ �!<�field WOODS Be co.

North Seaton have been very busy this month with a full programme; they are finding the benefit of winning the Area contest. They are booked to play at Haydon Bridge, September 7th. They were on parade at Ashington Show and sports, as the contest did not take place, only two bands entered. I mn afraid that bands will not enter for the pnze money offered.

August. "Songs of England" (W. & R.). First prize, Parker's Brewery (J. Thorpe) ; Second, Crewe West End (J. Thorpe); Third, divided between Madeley Silver (J. Glover) and West Bromwich Excelsior (J. T. Hughes). March, own choice. First, Parker's Brewery; Second, Greenway Moor (T. Bailey) ; Third, Middlewich Centenary (W. Powell). Adjudicator Mr. J. C. Webster.

(Conductor, Carltou Main Frickley Colliery Band ) BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

106 OXFORD STREET SOUTH ELMSALL, Near PONTEFRACT

YORKS

HARRY MORTIMER POST OFFICE, ELWORTH, SANDBACH .

CHESHIRE Private Address: Trumpet Villa, Sanduach, Cheshire.

Phone : SANDBACH 28

W-.ANTED for brass band use, INSTRUMENT CASES as follows :-TWO TENOR TROMBONES, ONE G (Proprietor: G1to. HAI.CROW)

TROMBONE TWO BARITONES. Offers to SECRETARY, MILITARY, BRASS AND DANCE BAND LANGLEY PRIZE BAND, 72 Brandhall Road, Bnstnall INSTRUMENT MAKERS AND REPAIRERS Fields, Oldbury, Biriningham. .

J DAVlES, Brass Band Teacher, Conductor, at hb�rty ·to FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES Coach Bands for CONTEST, CONCERT, or BhOAJ)- 176 Westgate Road, Newcastle-on-Tyne

CASTING Engagements. Would also consider RESIDENT Telephone 23044 position with Keen Contesting Band. Write :-1 Huyton Road, ---==================== Upper Eastville, Bristol 5. -

SHEPTON MALLET TOWN BAND wants a BASS DRUMMERS SKIN APRON. Write to Councillor Pull_en,

Shepton 1vlallet, Somerset, and state condition and pncc. GLOUCESTERSHIRE NOTES

CLIFTON JONES

• OLO TROMBO:-IIST would like to join BRASS BAND, or 8 will help any Band competing at BLACKPOOL contest. A Box No. 31, c/o B.B.N., 34 Erskine Street, Liverpool, 6.

L10R SALE, Besson CORKET B.b.2 plated, engraved Class A. l' Perfect condition, in case £15 fos. Box No. 30, c/o 13.B.N.

34 Erskine Street, Liverpoo�- ---·--

I regret the absence of my notes from last month's issue ; they were unfortunately crowded out.

CORNET SOLOIST, BAND TEACHER, AND ADJUDICATOR

142 BURNLEY ROAD, BACUP, LANCS. Phone : BACUP 200

REG. LITTLE MUSICAL DIRECTOR,

Rhyl Urban District Council. PAVILION THEATRE, RHYL, N. WALES

Private Address: G2 V\Tellington Road, �Rhyl.

CYRIL I. YORATH B.B.C.M.

Associated Teacher to the Bandsmen's College of Music BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

SANKEY'S CASTLE WORKS WELLINGTON, SHROPSHIRE

Phone : 500 Wellington, Shropshire

J. DAVIES BAND TEACHER

CONDUCTOR & ADJUDICATOR (Formerly Musical Director, Penzance Silver Band) Preflares Bands for Contests, Concerts

and Broadcasting. 1 HUYTON ROAD, UPPER EASTVILLE

BRISTOL. 5

ROBT. TINDALL A.B.C.M., L.R.S.M. (London),

BAND, VOCAL AND CHORAL TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

(Associated Teacher to the Bandsman's College of Music) Playing taught personally, Pupils prepared

for B. C.M. Examinations personally, or by correspondence

l MELROSE A VENUE, LOW FELL GATESHEAD 9, Co. DURHAM

J. C. WEBSTER Soprano Cornet, late of Creswell Colly. Band

BAND TEACHER SONGWRITER .. LYRIST

176 CHURCH STREET, W AINGROVES, CODNOR, DERBYS.

" 'Tis easier to learn to win, Than it is to learn to lose."

1.J"IOR SALE.--4 Premier Type SIDE DRUMS and, BUGLE�. _r Practically new. Accept £30. Secretary, GLASTON­BURY TOWK BAKD, Somerset.

Band Teachers, Adjudicators and Soloists

HARRY HEYES, CONDUCTOR AND ADJUDICATOR

c/o. GEORGE AND DRAGON HOTEL COLESHILL, Near BIRMINGHAM

WARWICKSHIRE Tel. : COLESHILL 2249

Association Contest.-This annual event took place this year at Charfield, on August l 7th, and attracted a huge crowd. The proceedings opened with a March Contest, Test-piece own choice in which all the bands took part. For the Se'lcction Contest there were two Sections : :No. 2 confined to Association bands and No. 3 Open. In the Association Section there were 9 entries. Test-piece, " Songs of England (W.& R.). The Open Section, however, only attracted three bands. The adjudicator, Mr. Alfred Ashpole, of Bishop Stortford, gave his awards as follows : Open March Contest, lst, Drybrook and District; 2nd, Lydney Town; 3rd, Yorkley Onward. Section 2 (Association bands). lst, Drybrook and District; 2nd, �ister's Club

JOHN R. CARR Silver; 3rd, East Compton.2

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M lst, Fishponds Argyle; nd, . . . a B.B.C.M., A.B.C. . First winner of" John Henry Iles" Prize Association.

(Conductor, Newbiggin Colliery Band, I must congratulate the organisers for the County League Champions •

. 1943, very efficient manner in which they carried out

Northumberland Miners Champions, 1944) all their arrangements, Mr. 0. W. H. Adlam m CONDUCTOR ANEJ ADJUDICATOR particular must have had a very busy time.

It was very pleasing to see the G.W.R. Staff 4 WOODHORN CRESCENT Association Band (Swindon) and Bristol St. NEWBIGGIN-BY-SEA, NORTHUMBERLAND. John Ambulance Band taking part in the

R. H. PENROSE � contest, both these bands, I hear, have joined

the Association. Consultant and Tutor (Band Dept.) Devon

County Education Authority BAND TEACHER AND ADJUDICATOR

" Exponent of Tone " . . (Over 35 years' successful tmt10n)

45 MAGDALEN ROAD, EXETER

JOHN BALDWIN L.G.S.M., B.B.C.1\.1.

BAND TEACHER - ADJUDICATOR Specialist in Postal Course of Theory

and Bandmastership. ASPER STREET, NETHERFIELD

Tel. 58704. NOTTINGHAM

ROLAND DAVIS TEACHER OF MUSIC

COMPOSER, ARRANGER, ADJUDICATOR Bands prepared for Contests or Concerts

THE ELMS, AMINGTON, TAMWORTH, STAFFS.

Bristol and the \Vest Annual Festival organised by the Bristol Aeroplane Co. This event took place on July 13th and I was for­tunate enough to be able to attend this contest. What struck me most was the small unmber of entries in both sections, considering the hand­some trophies and cash prizes offered. Anyway I had the pleasure of hearing some good playmg from those bands present and of meeting a good many bandsmen friends (too numerous to mention personally).

I hear that a Band Contest will be held at Lydbrook l{ecreation Ground, on Sept_embe� 14th (in connect10n with the Local Cripples Fund), for Forest of De.an bands only. Test­piece, own choice. Pnze money £40, . and adjudication by Mr. Harold Laycock. It is to be hoped a large entry an_d a fine day will reward the committee in their efforts for such a splendid cause. The Secretary is Mr. A. Lewis, near Post Office, Central Lydbrook, Glos., and entries will be accepted up to September eth.

WESTERN STAR.

Congratulations to Wa'.lsend Shipya:d �m their win at Stockton. This band is havmg its share of engagements this season.

Newbiggin are having a very busy season. I hear they are booked every weekend. They are advertised to play at Bellingham and Whittingham shows with Parks engagements.

The only award from Manchester up in this district came to \Vashington Colliery who were fourth in their section.

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PRESTON NOTES

Durin()" the holidays local bandsmen have been h�·tunate in ha ':'.ing visits to ou1· district by sueh bands as Dickershaw and Horwich . U nfortunately l was unable to hear the Horwich Band though they played rn the parks on the S�nday and the Thursday. Hy all accounts the performances re.ached a hiah level though only small audiences attended to appreciate tho music.

Bickersha•v gave a double concert at Garstang on the Thursday , which included songs by their Euphonium player and vocalist Rowland Jones. Quite a gathenng of bands­men attended these concerts.

While at Blackpool during the holiday week I was introduced to Mr. Dan Shepherd, who took Preston Town Silver to the Freckle­ton Contest last year. Due to the ill health of Mr. Stan Jenkinson, musical director of Blackpool Associated Band, he has handed over the baton to )fr . Shepherd. 1 was sorry to inform Mr. Shepherd that Preson 'I'own were not in a position to follow up last years performance, though they have i mproved considerably since last winter.

I am glad to hear that Uarstang are getting together nicely and have given concerts in the village.

Calder Yale are still very busy, and it i s good news that their bandmaster Mr. Dick 'Yalsh has decided against reti ring from this position .

1 have heard that Leyland intend to go to Rochdale Contest and I wish them luck. They are having good rehearsals iln the Canteen on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7-30 p.m.

Now that the concert season in the Preston Parks is almost at an end, I feel it my duty to thank on behalf of all local Brass Bandsmen, the Preston Corporation, for the interest and encouragement they have given to our local bands during the past season .

I am sorry if I have mentioned little of the local bands this time , but my space is limited, and perhaps next month I shall have a detailed account of each ban d .

PROUD PRESTON

l\lOU:XTAIN ASH, Kational Eisteddfod. .Monday, Aug . 5th . Clas s A. "Liszt" (W .&R . ) l st, .Park and Dare; 2nd, Gwaun-cae-gurwen; 3rd, Melingriffith; 4th, Cory Workmen. Also competed, Y stalyf.era Town, Y stalyfera Pubiic . Class R. lst, Ystradgwynlais; 2nd, Vartilg; 3rd, .Mynyddygarreg; 4th, Glyn­neath; 5th, Tonyrefai] _ 1'\.dj u dicator, ::Vlr. J. A . Greenwood. Class C . "Hereward" (\V&lt) l st Cwmavon and District; 2nd, Tonyrefail; 3rd, Cwmbran U _ D . ; 4th, Tylorstown junrs. Also competed, Cwmaman Institute, Lady \Vindsor CoJh.ery, Resolven, Hirwaun, Myny­ddygarreg;, .Bedwas and District. Adj udicator, ]\fr. A. E . Badrick.

BELLE VUE, MANCHESTER. "Daily Herald" Solo Contest Final s . Cornet: l st, Charles Rushworth (Kutgrove) · 2nd Eric Bravington (Hanwell) ; 3rd , L. AJ;!bott (Kirby Old ) ; 4th, H. Higgins (Wellesley Colliery) . Trombone : l st, F. Wesson (Hickleton Main) ; 2nd, K Appleyard (St. Hilda ' s ) · 3rd G. Gilmore .(Barry Ostlere and Sheph�rd);

'4th,

J. Jenkms (Callenders) . Euphonium: l st, Arthur Doyle (Luton) · 2nd, F . Prince (Pare and Dare): 3rd, P. N. Boase (Middlesborough Silver) ; 4th, M . Robertson (Glasgow Corpor­ation ) . Juniors: l st, D . Stephens (Black Dyke); 2nd, T. Atkinson (Bradford Vic­toria); 3rd , tied-Brian Whiteside (Besses Boys) . and B .

, Bygraves (Eckington) . J u_vemles : lst, Betty Woodcock (Stocks· bndge); 2nd, L. l\foakes (Nottingham}· 3rd Tony Sims (Somerset ) · 4th D Mixe1'. (Norwich). The Adjudic�tors ' for · cornet. j uniors and juven iles, were ::Yiessrs. Harry ::Vforti.mer, Fran!� Wright and Harold·.1foss, and for euphonmm and trombone, :Messrs .

J . A. Greenwood and Alec :Mortime r . STOCKTON. August 17th. Selection. lst, Swan Hunters Shipyard (G Thomp son ) · 2nd Ensington Public (E. Pea�ock) · 3rd Soutl� l\<foor Colliery (N. Thorpe); 4th , Middles­brough Borough (E. Edwards). March : l st. So�1th Moor Colliery; 2nd, Swan Hunters Slup:vard; 3rd, Rasington Public; 4th f,[u]dlesbrough Borough . Adj udicator : Mr. I. Eastwood.

WHITJ<�FIELD. Aler Owen Festival (spon sored by Besses o' th' Barn Band). July 27_th. "Songs Qf England" (W.&H..) �1rst prrne. Rhos Silver (K Clayton); second, Nutgr�ve ( S . Rushworth): third, Scape Goat :f!i!l CB. B� rry) ; fourth. North Ashton (J. W. 1' aylor) ; nfth, Platt Rros . , Maston Colliery (E. Clayton ): sixth, Tweedalcs & Smelley1s 'Vorlrn (C. Jones) . Twenty Bands entered. Adjudicator: Mr. A. Ashpole .

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ACCIDENTALS

�Ir . .J. CLARKSON (Uniform Clothing and Equipment Co.) i s to be congratulated on having obtained for bands from the Roard of Trade the privilege of collecting loose clothing �oupons , and using them for the p urchase of Umforms, and we understand several bands have already availed themselves of this privilege . But a word of warning is necessary . This is not a "General Privilege" to bands and every band, before collecting coupon s, ' must obtain permission to do so from the Board of Trade . \Ve hope no band will fall foul of the law through neglecting to obtain the necessary permission.

<i> <i> <i> <i> All bands who are interested in the

Rushworth & Dreaper Quartette contest arc a.sked to note that the date has been al�red to November 16th , with closing date for entries November 9th . This i s to avoid clashing with the Wigan Band Contest on November 2nd, and we trust both events will have good entries.

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Although insufficient space was available for my notes to be inserted in the " B.B.N." last month, " Egloshayle " covered a good deal of the news submitted which was chiefly concerned with the Solo Contest held at Exeter for the " Daily Herald " Chan1pion,.hip. However , I would like to add that M. Bunt, St. Austell,

. was second in the Cornet Section and only two oints behind the winner. Also, Miss Joll of � Falmouth certainly gave the winner in the

Junior Section a close run for premier position and both she and Mr. Bunt were competitors at Belle Vue.

The following Cornish Bands have been fulfilling engagements :-St. Agnes, Sports at Mount Hawke ; Truro City, Hospital Sunday, Devoran ; Falmouth Town, Manaccan Gala and local Gala week ; Porthleven, Horse Down and Leedstown Fetes ; Camborne Town, Lanner Sports; Pcnwithick, Water Gala, Mevagissey; Helston Town, St. Ives Regatta; Portloe and District, Portscatho Fete ; Lostwithiel Boro', Par Regatta ; Redruth Town, local Races and Hospital Sunday; St. Austell , Concert at St. Stephens.

On the 7th of September a Second and Third -Section Contest is to be held at Nanpean, St. Austell, the test pieces being " Emilia " and " Hereward," Mr. A. W. Parker, Camborne, is engaged as Adjudicator and there should be a good entry.

Yet another Contest {Third Section and Solo) is 5taged for September 2lst, at Gweek, near Helston, where Mr. J. Volanti formerly of Camborne Town has been appointed Bandmaster and Mr. E. H. Moyle, Hon. Secretary.

Although a 50 mile an hour gale greeted St. Hilda Band at Teignmouth on the finale of their West country tour, they certainly displayed to the many Bandsmen present the art of subdued playir.ig in a glorified iron shed.

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ESSAY writes : " I am an interested reader summer engagements, with good resuUs . o f the B.B.N. and I enjoy reading the notes of the � Warn

,ngton ban�ma_ster who heard us 111

varions scribes until I come to those dealing with Sefton 1 ark said it \\ as a mce , clean and our own area-South West Lancashire-by Sub well balanced performance. Our s?lo trom bone Rosa, as rarely, if ever, do I read anything about has . been appom�d bandmas�i of Crosb)'. the band to which I belong, the Salvation Army, Bntish Legton and we wish him the best of which has a warm place in the hearts of the luck. 1 hear that there are two ne1v bands m

public. \Ve have a band of 34 men, and several the makmg. One , the Dockers Bras�, who still in the forces; we are not allowed to borrow have been lucky to secure �be services of players even if we needed them and when we Mr . .J. Bur leigh of Port Sunlight. The ot.her fulfil an engagement the band is composed solely 1s the l\..f.ersey Docks and Harbour Board. We of Salvationists. ·vve have been able to carry on have four Dock Board workers with. us and with our usual activities all through the war they have been approached, but I thmk they with an average band of 25 and are capable of wil l stick to u s . " giving a s varied a progran\me as any other <i> <i> <i> <;> musical combination, being able to turn ourselves LAKOASTRlAN , write s : The famous into a :Male Voice Choir as a contrast to banding." Resses have been very active lately and have

<i> <i> <i> <i> fulfilled engagements during the month at I Oldham, Cnngle Fields (Manchester) a11d "r allasey, attracting huge crowds at each place, particularly at Oldham and "'.allasey . Con"ratul ations to the Roys on the1r great win-=- in the Junior Section of the Daily Heral d Contest at Belle Vue. This shows splendid consistency and reflects great credit

QUA YITE writes : " It is with great regret that I have to report the news of the death of Mr. E. T. Edwards, who for many years was an outstanding figure of the Connah's Quay Silver Prize Band. He was the principal Horn player during the band's heyday, and he will long be remembered for his patience and encouragement with the younger members of the band. However the Band itself is rapidly returning to its former glory, clue to the players being released from the Forces, and it should not be long before once again they >viii be after the prizes."

� <i> <i> � INTERESTED writes : " At a contest at

Redcar (Marske-by-Sea) on Saturday, July 27th, the Ollerton Colliery Silver Prize Band (Conductor vVm. Appleton) scored a notable success when they took the first prize of £10 and the ' Society's ' Cup, also two Specials (miniature cups) for Cornet and Euphonium. The cup for the best cornet was won by Mr. Joe Holland the band's solo cornet player and secretary."

� � <i> � ETAT writes : " On Saturday 14th September

1946, Brecknock Estate Silver are holding their annual Solo and Quartette Contest amongst their own members, and there is great keenness among them to get the prizes. This contest takes place in the afternoon and in the evening the first Junior Massed Band Concert will be held in London. The Rev. W. /\.. Harling has kindly placed his Methodist Central Hall, Drayton Park, Holloway, London � 5, at the disposal of the bands for the Contest and Concert. The junior bands taking part are Cable and Wireless Messengers, 4lst London Boys Brigade, Finsbury Park Y.M.C.A. and Brecknock Estate Silver; and the Hornsey British Legion have agreed to join in as the representative Senior Band of the district."

Mr. F. WHITTLE, bandmaster of Hindley British Legion writes : " We changed over from Hindley Subscription about 1 2 months ago, and have done very well . After being dormant for 6 years, we have now a band 2 2 strong. We have had a good engagement list, and are having good rehearsals, an average of 18 men round the stand during the last 1 2 months, which is satisfactory considering sickness, cross shifts, and other things that crop up."

<i> � � � Mr. E. 0. JONES, secretary of Cory Brothers

Workmen's Silver, writes : " During the last 10 weeks, the interim period between the resig­nation of Mr. R. Little and the choosing of his successor, the band have been very fortunate in having such a capable substitute in Bandmaster E. S. Brown, a member of the band. His first venture was at the Treorchy Semi National, June 1 1 th when to his credit he brought home the lst prize and the much coveted shield Again on Saturday July 27th he had the privilege of conducting the band at the S. Wales and Mon. championship contest, held at South Park, Cardiff. Again he brought credit to himself and the band, by gaining lst prize We desire to thank all applicants for the vacant post of Musical Director, and wish to state that the position has now been filled."

<i> <i> <i> � ESSEXITE writes : " Braintree Town are

having a record season, every weekend being booked right through the season. Band were very pleased to work on the Cambridge test-piece ' Lord of the Isles , ' and were only 8 points behind the winners but gained second prize in the March Contest."

<i> <i> <i> � NORTH writes : " I had the pleasure of

hearing Enfield Central at Avenue Hous e Finchley, on the 28th of July. Unfortunately the weather was rather bad all over London and the attendance was poor. The band played very well. They have entered for the B.V. contest on September 5th."

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NORTHERNER, writes : "Much has been said and writ�n about con�st results but the results of the 2nd Section Final "Daily Heral d " Contest at Belle Vue on August 17th only add fuel to the flame s . The vast majority of band critics were of the opinion that Boldon Colliery, Pheonix ·works , and Wigan Borough would be lst. 2nd and 3rd , but none of these bands were

, placed by the judges . I don't pretend t o know how they arrived at the decision but the pnzes were clearly not given for �usical merit. I should like to read the opinions of others who heard the bn11ds.

'Vhat is the point of striving for e xcellence if we keep getting results like this P I would like to add that I am not a member of any of the above mentioned bands . "

<i> <i> <i> � Mr. G . GRIFFITHS, secretary of Rhyl

Silver, writes : " The Band' ��Concerts in the Pavilion Gardens are provmg very popular with huge audiences at each performance every Sunday. The weather has not been too kind to us this season, but we have not misse d one performance since we commenced on May 26th. On August Sunday we had the valuable assistance of Mr. Benny Thorton . Solo Cornet of Sankey' s Castle \\'orks . \Ve do apprecia� these Bandsmen coming along to help us, as on this occasion we were short of our own Solo Cornet player, who was assisting his father's Band at the National Eisteddfod at Muutain Ash , and who incidentally won the first prize in Section B. Congratulations Mr. \Vhit.e . "

<i> <i> <i> � WANDERER, writes : Bolton Borough

continue to hold rehearsals three times weekly . with very good attendances, under the guidance of Mr. Hughe s . Progress i s very rapid as can be seen and heard at the mai1y engagements fulfilled during the past month . Th<>y were at Swinton on a recent Sunday, and although I was away 011 holiday, 1 heard of yet another good show. They are due for a return visit i n one of Rolton ' s parks and I hope t o report this bands performance . Let us hear some 'V . & R . ' s publ ications Mr. Hughes. They have been practising "Gems of Old England . " Is this an incentive to visit Rochdale Contest ? 1. hope so, because I have vague recollection s of Bolton .Boro' winning many prizes with this beautiful piece many years back . "

<i> <i> <i> . � TYKE , writes : " 'Vakefield Old have

had a very successful season, and are now preparing for Concert Hal) work . They are rehearsing twice a week and have every prospect of building up a first class b n n d .

� <i> � � ROBIN HOOD writes : "Wit._h the idea of

forming a Brass Band Association for tlus Area, Mr. J. Levick of Shirebrook has arranged for a meeting at the Labom· Club, West Hill Drive off Leeming Street , Mans­fied, on Satmday September 14th, at 3-30 in the aftern oon . I hope a number of bands wil l send representatives so that we can get it going. I feel sure it will be for the benefit of the bands in the area . "

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BOSWORTH & CO. LTD., 1 4/ 1 8 Heddon St., Regent St., LONDON, W. I . Mt. A . ASHPOLE of Bishops Stortfor d ,

writes : " O n .July 17th I adjudica�d White­field Contest on "Songs of England" with an entry of 19 bands . It was a p ity the weather was unfavourable but Mr. F. Cowburn and his committee had made adequate provision and they did everything possible for my comfort. On August l 7th I ag;ai n .adjudicated on "Songs of England" tlns time at the Gloucester Association Contest at Charfield in the 2nd section. lt was good news to hear that the Gloucester City Band is being re­started by the effors of the Beckingham Bros. and other enthusiasts. The Gloucester A ssoCJ­ation is 11ot lacking i n enthusiasm and initiative and one feel s that before l ong they will be making themselves one of the leading associations in the country . "

<i> <i> <i> � Mr. CLTFTON .JONES of Bu,cup, writes :

"Pleased to say that I am very busy and Twcedales and Smalleys 'Vorks Band are doing very well indeed, getting great crowds at theii· concerts and playmg first class pro­gramme s . I am very pleased to say I won 2 l st prize s at Charfield o n Saturday, August 17th. l st in M:arch and lst in Selection with Drybruol� Band on "Songs of England . " I wa<; with a n old frien d of mine at Llandudno a few weeks age , Mr. Traversi of Llan_dudno Town Band, who is l ookmg very well mdeed after his l ong and faithful service m Llandndr.i o . "

<i> <i> <i> <i> 'Ve are pleased to hear that Mr. W.

GEORGE conductor of Coedpoeth Silver and Teacher of Brass Section at the· Technical College , \Vrexham , is recovering from his act;ident of eight months ago which resulted in the loss of his eyesight. After eight months of blindness, he has recovered the sight of his left eye , and inwnds starting to teach the college again this month . I t is good to know that he is making such good progress . Best Wishes !

<i> � <i> <i> �fr. W. S�IITH of Bexley, Kent, writes :

"It 11·as with great regret that I heard of the death of Mr. R. Kitchen of Leeds . Ju brass, military, orchestrial and commercial circles Robert Kitchen was for over 50 years one of Yorkshires most popular pesonal ities .

During h i s direction o f the firm o f R . S . Kitchen & Co . , which he founded, Bob , :i s he was affection ately called, was ever the guide , phil osopher n nd friend of Yorkshi re ba11dsmen. I went to Leeds to say Goodbye to him before he clied. He was 74 and my o ldest pal."

long and honourable career. That's a fine tribute from my correspondent, and I 'm .more than glad to give it publicity, because th�t type of man has always had my deepest admirat10n, realizing as I do just how much we owe to the life's work of men like Peter Peden. Might I add a word of deep sympathy to all who mourn his passing. . . . .

Clydebank will be paymg their annual visit to the Royal Parks, London, at the end _of August, and I hope it will be as successful as its predecessors. I suppose we may also exp�ct their usual broadcast from the London studio. Best of luck to Mr. Telfer and your buys. I look forward to hearing them in St. Andrew's Hall.

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LAN CASTER & DISTRICT

Lancaster A.T.C. have had a busy season, and in addition to the engagements I mentioned last month, they have twice visited Blackpool, and were also engaged at Formby. They gave a good programme at Holme Sports under their B.M. , Mr. A. E . Brownbill. They are also to supply the music at the Ladies Football Sports.

Lancaster S.A. under Mr. B. France led the Sunday School procession of the Skerton P.M. Church on their Anniversary. Besides being busy with their own Corps work they have again been invited to play on the sands at Morecambe.

Glad to report Mr. Brownbill has commen�ed rehearsals with the White Cross Band, I wISh them every success in their efforts. There is a good spirit prevailing and if my friends Mr. H. Fletcher and Mr. R. Perkins get the Standfast Works going well again, this district will be well in the band world. JOHN-0-GAUNT.

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First of all congratulations to our young local stars, D . S. Swphens �Dyke) and

Tom Atkinson (Bradford V1ctona) who did so well in the "Daily Herald" Solo Champ­ionships at Belle Vue, also. well done Bradford V ictoria .Hoys ! Second prize m the Nat10nal Junior Championship was a splendid achieve­ment after all your difficul�ies .

The new Hriromon<h' f.\ance \Vnrks hn n cl are makinO' fine progress, Mr. HawJey with his usual e�thusia sm , is putting all he knows into this Combination, and he is very pleased with i:esults up to date. .

Dyke are still very busy and strengthenmg their ranks. Although they wil� not be at Belle Vue nor the Albert Hall this year, they

<i> <i> � � will be readx, and able, to uphold their great Mr. R SAl::\T of Hebburn-on-Tyne, writes : tradition next season .

I have recently been on holiday in the " Please record my sincere thanks to all bands Bournemouth district and I would like to who took part in the playing of the ::VIiner's Hymn con<Yra.tulate our Wessex correspondent 011 Tune ' Gresford ' at Durham Miner's Gala on the "'

playin" form of one or two of his bands J�ly 20tl_i . �ineteen bands were present: . a.nd the 1 had the 0 good fortune to hear, and which c10wds '' ere unprecedented . . I hope to v1s1t each gave me a pleasant surprise . Boscombe St. band personally anc.l expla.m vanous matters .John ' s Ambulance had a very nice tone, and May I also express my very 0heartfelt .thanks to after meeting their conductor Mr. Cliff �Ir: Ed"' �r� K�tto. mu�ical dn ector of J Young this was easily understan�able, as he 1 horn!ey and . Shotton � ilver Bands for 1 is a gentleman of grand experience , tact, servKes rendered m tlus effort. and patience, and Boscombe are very fortun-

ate. Another band I heard was Wellworthy' s \Vorks , Lymineton, and who else\ should I see in their ranks but Mr. Jim Finney, onr ol<l Yorkshire Star on the Bass Trombone P

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S.C.W.S. and Clydebank have just concluded There a.re some ti.ne players i n \Vellworthys their engagements at Aberdeen, each band hav- and I hope that they will. be able to . stick ing performed there for a week during the holiday tog-ether . [ was . very �hankful for the fnendly period. From returned holiday makers as well I welcome 1 received from both bands . as from local sources I was glad to learn that . Cana) Ironworks are a very busy and both bands left a fine impression in playinrr and improved ba:i d , engagemei1t_s have only deportment, and proved much more popula:' than all owed them 3ust over a fortmght to get the the military bands which had also been engaged. Belle Vue p1.ece up � but I am confident that That's good news, and fine propaganda for our thei r e uthusiasrn will make up for shortness movement. of ti.me . . . .

I noticed too that Clydebank had broadcast \Vilsde n Boys sti l l keep losing their best

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HUMBER DISTRICT

Since mv last notes l have had news of Immingham and District. Their enthusiastic assistant Secretary informs me that the Band are going along nicely; they are having good rehearsals, and gave an open air Concert in the Market Square recently. They also played at the Immingham Horticultural Show.

TAFFY writes : " Gwespyr and District Brass are having good rehearsals under their Conductor Mr. J . T. Conway (Rhyl) and are averaging 20 members at each rehearsal. They recently played for Community Hymn Singing, to large audiences of both local residents and visitors to the districts. Their newly formed Lady Supporters' Committee held their first meeting this month, and are looking forward to raising their first £100 for the new instrument fund in the near future.

Mr. J . B. YOH.KE of Yeovil writes : " I spent my holidays this year in South \'\'ales fur the first time since I left nearly 20 years ago, and attended the National Eisteddfod on August Monday. The last time I attended the �ational was about 20 years ago when for the first time an Open Sight­Reading Competition was introduced which I was successful in winning wilh Pontypool Silver, the adj udicator being Mr. J . Ord Hume. I was well repaid for my visit this year. The playing was certainly great, and what a fine test is ' Liszt's Works ! ' I was pleased to meet many old friends including Mr. C. Rogers, President of the South Wales Assut;iation ; Mr. A . Hendy, Secretary ; etc."

from the Aberdeen Studio, the first occasion I can pl ayers to the forces, the latest blows bemg, remember that such an honour has come the Raymoi; d Tipple, Solo Cornet, .Jack Mann, way of a Scottish brass band. I also under- Solo Euph umum a�1d J� Hannam , Solo stand they called at Arbroath en route to Aber- :�rombon�; Mr . . Col l ison mll have his work deen, and played two programmes to large and cut out . to fill the!l" places, but, if trymg appreciative crowds. I do hope the local band ca n do it , it will be done.

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Scotter are having good rehearsals and are kept busy with engagements and Concerts.

Crowle are enjoying a very busy season, with -engagements and practices.

Barnetly; good reports come to me of the progress of this Band ; I hope to hear from them soon.

Scunthorpe Salvation Army are having plenty of work; they have a very good combination together.

Barton Town are fulfilling engagements and having good rehearsals.

Lii:coln B.L. are busy and having regular practices. Brigg are busy at Fetes, etc. , the Band -i-enclered a very good programme in Manor Park, Ashby, .recently under Mr. L. Mumby. Con­gratulations and best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Rands on the celebrating of their Golden ·wedding recently. Mr. Rands has also been Secretary and Solo Horn player of the Brigg band for fifty years,-a fine record. Gainsborough Britannia are having good rehearsals and are very busy with engagements and Concerts. Waltham B.L. are making good progress ; rehearsals are well attended and they are fulfilling engagements. I would like to remind Bands in this District that we have in our midst a very fine Musician and Conductor. I refer to Mr. W. Richards of Scunthorpe who, I am sure, would give good a_dvice �o any Band m the District in regard to Contestmg; he has had many years of playing .and Contesting with first class bands.

FLASHLIGHT.

<i> <i> <i> � EGLOSHAYLE writes : " Wadebridge Town

Silver have almost completed a busy engagement season and are now preparing for the first contest to be held in Cornwall for some years, at Nanpean on September 7th. It is hoped there will be a large number of entries as the test-pieces are fairly easy."

Mr. H . M. COLES, Publicity Secretary of Varwg Silver, wri�s : " Our Band gained 2nd prize in Class B at the National Eisteddfod at Moutain Ash on August Monday. We also made the long journey from Manchester for the "Daily Herald" Area Finals, and put up a good performance but failed to catch the Adjudicator' s ear, we were conducwd by Mr A . E. Badrick of Carlton Main. Frickley Colliery. The band have gained valuable experience under bis Baton. \Ve heartily congratulate all the winners at Manchester and especially the Welsh Bands who came in the prizes, namely : Mynyddy­garreg and Ammanford Boys Bands, and on behalf of my Band and Committee would like to congratulate the "Daily Herald" on all they are doing to help the Brass Band Movement. "

<i> � <i> � EAST ANGLIAN writes : "The newly

formed New Buckenham Band consist of boys and girls nearly ,all of school age . Although only formed 2t years ago, they havo raised a good band fund and have secured a full set of instruments. They are under their original conductor, Mr. E. P. Skipper, who trained the band from its infancy ancJi raised the funds in the early stages for music and in struments. ,·,

<i> <i> <i> <i> Mr. F. COWBURN, secretary of Besses

o' th' Barn, writes : "\Vil! you please thank all those Bands and supportors who attended our Contest. lt was to be regretted that for the first time the weather was 11011e too goorl and the contest had to be held indoor s . However with the wonderful co-operation of all it passed over very smoothly. I know that many are in terested in our effort a n d its obj.eds and for their benefit l can state that no loss wil l b-e sustained, but our bal ance will be somewhat less than on previous occasions. \Ve hope that we may again be suppor�d by i.he same entt·y nest time nnd in conclusion , on behalf af the Committee may I again say Thank you. "

� <i> � <i> Mr. P. HOLD r N G of Ratcliffe , writes :

"Ou Saturday, August lOth , I spent the day at Belle Yue Xational Sol o Contest promoted by the Daily Hera l d , a n d although' there was sqme exceedingly good pl aying, l was sur­prised to . fi nd so many youngstern stil l apparently being taught the old method of playing . There 1rn s too much of that putti 1 1g the bell of the inst ru ment tu the lips . after each varie . denoting iip fatigue. Playing should be a pleasure and itot hard work. Now you teachers of boy s , get in touch with someone who teaches the " Easy \Vay" and get some advir'c or ask them down , to giv,e - lectures periodical ly. Y 011 am doi ng a grand job of work teaching these Juniors , but dont brc•ak their hearts by the time they get to man-hood. by having learnt the wrong method . They must be able to stay the course. "

will be making a serious effort to get back to the first flight, because a.t one time Arbroath boasted of a first-class band, and an enthusiastic one at that, which could hold its own in the best com­pany. A word from their Secretary or other interested party would be given all the publicity possible, in an effort to help the reconstruction.

The Association Contests are now on top of us, chief amongst them being the first section on Saturday, 28th September, in St. Andrew's Hall, Glasgow, which has a capacity of about 3,000. Mr. Bennett will adjudicate, which is tanta­mount to saying that a good decision will result.

The finals of the " Daily Herald " Solo Con­tests brought honours to at least three of our lads, and I° want heartily to congratulate Messrs. Higgins (Wellesley), Gilmour (Barry Ostlere & Shepherd) and Robertson (Dalmellington) on the places gained by them. It is to be hoped this will be an encouragement to others to culti­vate that spirit of adventure without which no progress is ever made.

From a Glasgow correspondent I received inti­mation of the death of a man who was connected with Kirkcaldy Trades in the days of Mr Gladney and Mr. " Dicky" Marsden, and who was the first Tenor Horn player to win a medal at the once famous Raith Con.test. I refer to Mr. Peter Peden, who, after leaving Kirkcaldy, came to the Glasgow district forty years ago and continued his brass band activity there, mainly as a teacher, and many players and bands got the benefit of his wide experience and out­standing ability. Mr. Peden was one of the founders of the S.C.W.S. band, and was their first bandmaster, afterwards taking part in the management until they becam e firmly establish­ed. Latterly he devoted his time to a Boys' Brigade band until advancing years caused him to retire, leaving a fine record of service, and a grand example, to all he came in contact wilh, of gentlemanly conduct in every phase of his

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Al"TUMN EXAl\fiNA'rlONS 1 946

DJ l'LOMA "RXAMINATIONS. These will be hel d on 26th October, 2nd and 9th Novem­ber 1 946. Entries close 14th September 1 946 . Entrance forms and full particulars can be had from the secretary . Special awar d . 'rl1e "Joh n Hen ry Iles" prize .

PRELIMINARY EXAMI NATIONS will be held 26th October, 2nd and 9th November 1 946 . Entries close 14th September 1 946. A l l candida.�s sitting f o r the Elementary Grade who are not over 15 years of age on the l st November 1946 wil l be eligible to compete for the "Stanley .Jenkinson" Scholarship value £10. Candidates sitting for the Intermediate Grade who are not over 17 years of age on the l st November 1 946 will be eligible to compe� for the "Stanley .Jenkinson" Scholar­ship value £15.

Full particulars of the examin atio11s and schodarships ran be had from the Assista11t Secretary.

Candidaes a.re requested to note REVISED FEES for the following g1·ades . ELEMENT­ARY1 - 7 / 6d. l NTERMEDTATE - 1 0 / ­ADVANCED - 1 2 / 6tl. All other grades remain unalwred.

�ew enq uiries about J;he above exarnin­at10ns shoul d be addressed to the A ssistant Secretary, Mr. L. HARPKR.� 1 , Doris Street, MANCIU�STEH., 10.

En trance Forms aJ 1d fees should bei for­warded to the Secretay, Mr . H . COJ,LTEH , 13 , Montrose Avenue, STRETFORD, Lanes .

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One must pay tribute to the 'Daily Hera l d . ' Learnin<>' much after twelve months ex­perience� they l1ow boa�t the most perfect and elttborate orga111sat10n for the smooth running of their contest programme , that h as ever been experienced by our vast Movement. Their recent efforts at Belle Vue, gained the approval of all present. lt was officialism without a flaw.

The Solo Contests at Belle Vue, although advertised as the "A 11 British Solo Champion­ship" together with the offer of prizes that would have amazed the giants of the past, failed to attract present day aeknowleged Champions . 'l'herefore , "Championship"_ with� out the "Champions" t1ppeared somethmg of

a mis-nome r . Sti l l that' s not the fault of the promotors. 1f most of our prominent Sol?ists were not prepared to risk their reputations, one cannot blame those with more courage, and if the winners claim to be champions, well , who is to say otherwise ?

Not the least feature in this event, and one u nique in Brass Band history, was the display of, and the performa1?ce on the collection of Antique and Anetent [nstru­mei1ts . Mr. Philip Bate , who recited their pedigree , proved very interesting. Messrs. Harry Mortimer, Jack Mackintosh , Harold Moss and A lce .Mortimer dressed in the period fashions conforming to the time s , gave the audience a l ittle of the same genius for which they ,a,re known by more modern

equipment. The "Area" Championship Finals, also at

Belle Vue , did not add much lustre to this district. "\Vigan Baro , our only representative were strongly fancied, after ·a good perfor­manee , but the audience have not the last word in decisiou s , hence so ma11y disappo i n t­ments.

'Vhile opinions us11a l l y vary, it seemed pretty u narnious that of the three sections the Boys was the most i11teresting. The play­ing generally was of a higher standard a,ncl the test piece "The Forest Chief" (W.&R.) the most pleasing t o l i sten to. Besses Boys, popul a r winners , gave a rendition of perfect tune and ble n d , the result of experienced and patient tuition.

WESSEX NOTES

Considerable interest seems to have been aroused this past month over my brief report of the Wessex Association Contest, and I wish to make it quite plain ONCE MORE, that I am in no way connected with the Association. For the benefit of some who have written me I under­stand the Association incorporates only the Counties of Rants., Wilts. , Somerset and Dorset. This, as all will appreciate, covers a very extensive Area, and to extend it would, I feel, be very unwise. For my Devon friends who have written, I would suggest an Association with its H.Q. in Exeter. Perhaps my colleague "EXEFAL" will think it over?

Weston-super-Mare British Legion were due to make their debut on the 23rd of this month. Mr. L. Abram has put in a lot of hard work with this combination (many starting from scratch) . Thanks Mr. Abram for your kind invitation to be present, but I regret business will not permit on this occasion.

Woodfalls have had quite a good "press " since their brilliant performance at Salisbury. I shall hope in next month's issue to give some very interesting details referring to this Band. Thanks for your letter, Mr. Warner. I was indeed very sorry to hear recently from a mutual friend that you have had such a serious illness, and do hope you are now feeling much better.

Exeter S.R. (although out of my Area) , have come along with leaps and bounds, and since the " D.H. " Area Contest have been putting in all they can to improve their status. Thanks for your letter, Mr. Drew. I hope my reply will be satisfactory. All good wishes.

Somerton are also hoping to restart. A public meeting has been called, and I await further news from this quarter with interest.

As I was doing these notes, the post brought me a newsy letter from my very old friend (I may call you that please) Mr. Tom Spencer of Verwood. He tells me the reason they were not able to compete at Salisbury was the fact that they have now only about a dozen players. Still my friend, keep at it. When quite a lad I remember " Verwood " was a name to conjec­ture with at Contests. So glad you had a good time at Salisbury, and thanks a lot for your letter. Please keep me well posted from time to time.

Yeovil B.L. have, I hear turned to an all brass combination. Surely with such a reputation as Yeovil had a few years back we shall be able to look forward to another contesting Band from that area.

Wincanton have again pulled themselves out of the fire, and are certainly hoping to get back to their pre-war standard. Please try to avoid individualists.

I also hear that Wells City and Shepton Mallett are out to improve matters. You have the men, and instruments so j ump to it, and let me have some news, Mr. Secretary.

Bath Imperial have come into their own again. This was, pre-war, a very consistent combination with Mr. Horler at the helm, and their two firsts at Salisbury show that the will to win is still prcvelant.

A line in conclusion to thank all my corre· spondents this month. Although quite a number gave no Band news, yet it was nice to get their letters showing an interest in these notes. Please keep up this, and your Area will again become " Band-minded." OBSERVER.

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HARTLEPOOL & DISTRICT

HUD DERSFIELD NOTES

Congratulations to the Slaithwaite band on winning the March Contest at Belle Vue, also the second in deportment. The September test-piece has arrived, and with Mr. Noel Thorpe in regular attendance there is every prospect that Slaithwaite will again climb back to their place as one of our top bands.

Lo�kwood, under Mr. F. Braithwaite, were first m the deportment at Belle Vu<\ but were unsuccessful in the March Contest, although they put up a good performance.

Scapegoat Hill were formerly an excellent March band and would, undoubtedly, have tried their luck at Belle Vue if time had permitted. Their success at 'Whitefield, under Mr. Berry, means that they will have to be reckoned with in the future.

Marsden Senior School failed to get in the prizes at Belle Vue on August l 7th, although in the opinion of many, capable of j udging, they should have had second place.

\Vriting before the event, I am informed that 18 bands are competing at the Huddersfield Association Contest on August 3lst, and it will be interesting to see how the " borrowed player clause " works.

As this contest will be the final event of the year for Greenhead Park it is up to bands to organise winter events to keep our bandsmen interested. We no longer hold all the Champion­ships in the North. The 2nd Section Champion­ship at Belle Vue was won by a Midland band ; the 3rd Section by a Welsh band ; and the Junior Section by a Lancashire band. The only Yorkshire band to score were Bradford Boys. Our bands can't hold their premier position unless we provide Solo, Duet, and Quartette contests for the individual players. Now is the time to organise such events to provide enter­tainment for the public, the bandsmen, and

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WORCESTERSHIBE NOTES

Bretforton Silver, under Mr. J . S. Thomas, were successful at the Oxford Band Contest recently. In the 2nd Section they won third prize and in the March Section (own choice) won second prize, and Master Radford Halford (age 16) won the Soprano medal. Congratulations.

Evesham Town are making good progress under B.M. A. King and Mr. W. Pither the wide-awake Secretary.

Hereford Silver (under B.M. Pritchard) were engaged at Ledbury Sports and carnival on August Monday. A few lines Mr. Secretary would be much appreciated.

I am glad to hear that a meeting has been held to consider the formation of Cleobury Mortimer Town Band. Mr. A. A. Millichamp was the convenor and has 2 1 promises of support, which looks like a live concern soon. The said gentleman is B.M, and Secretary and I wish him all success.

Mr. Hastie of Stratford-on-Avon says they have not been able to get the Town Band going yet, there seems to be a lot of controversy about same. Mr. A. Savage (Hon. Sec.) was present at the Entertainment Committee Town Council meeting. Some councillors wanted a new Band, with professionals, although some hoped that young members would be added. I am afraid Mr. Savage was not very satisfied with the meeting, it was so confusing. I shall be glad Mr. Hastie if you will keep me informed of the future developments. HONOUR BRIGHT.

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Judging from the report issued by the Lancashire Ba11ds A s sociatio n , many ambitious schemes are in prespect. The officials are apparently in real earnest. One of their early events, l hear, will be a contest 1:011fined to members , to be helcl later rn the year at St . Hele11 s . This shoul d be wel l supported , for there are scores of . Ba1:ids within a radius of 10 mile s . Any band 1 01nmg the A ssociation six weeks befor'j the event is eligable to compete , providing tiiey conform to rule s . f hear "\Y . & R. test piece will be adopted.

The final contest of the Durham League took place at Barnes Park, Sunderland, when seven bands competed, and an enjoyable day was spent. Arthur 'Vise , the cola Cornet of the

Hartlepool Mission have had a good season Bour11v1lle '\l arks .baud attendeli the 8010 "\Vingate·; recently registerccl their best with engagements and have, as usual, given a �.!' rnal) Contest at lielle V ue on August lOth

broadcast of this year . Now one of the good account of themselves. tind managed to obtain 5th in uruer ot Ment regular s , their programmes are con sidered Easington Colliery have not appeared at so carryrng with it t\ consolation .Prize and as above the average : Belle Vue has now many contests as they did last year. After such Certiticate of Merit. 'Ve otter h11n our hearty thei1· urgent attention. a, successful time I fully expected them to do (;Qngratulations

Leigh British J,cgiou , while not conte sting even better this year; they have had a good .l! 'ishor & Lu dl ow' s are very disappointed as in previous years , for reasons explained number of engagements. that circumstances do not permit them in earlier issues . have had a record year Easington Public are another busy band who attending the Belle V ue September Contest. of engagements. Htwing now replaced the have a go at every available contest. They have 'l'his is a great pity as we al\ looking forward prnmising pl ayers Jost to other ban ds, with just completed a weeks engagement at Butlin's to the struggle with our other Local Bands. lads of their own teaching, they will atte nd Camp. They attended Stockton Contest and Langley t'rize are intent on attending the Wigan Contest. Mr. Harry Foxwell, were placed 3rd in the March Contest and 2nd \Vest Bromwich Contest, and have booked although a successful conductor, is not averse in the Selection, well done boys. �h·. Roland Davies to prepare them for the to the assistance of a Professional Teacher. Wingate Colliery competed at Sunderland and occasion. Had more of this tmselfish . spirit been were well up in the prize list, being awarded Bravo, Shirley Silver, I am pleased to hear prevalent many bands would be far more lst in March and 2nd in the Selection. that at last you have decided to try your efficient and prosperous. Many ban ds are kept Horden Colliery have been very busy during hancl on the Contest Stage , and I wish you in tt state of decay, due to the selfish desires the past season and have fulfilled a large number every success in your endeavou r s . of those who like t o wag �t, stick . of engagements, including a week at Eastbourne. Coleshill and District 1 am told intend Chapel-en-le-Frith were highly delighted Blackhall Colliery have fulfilled a large numbe1 having another try at the \Vest Bromwich with their success at the Belle Vue :Maren of engagements during the past few weeks in Contest, and the experience they gained :i,t Contest. Although unsuccessful at "\Vhitefield, addition to their broadcasting engagements. Leicester this year shoulcl be a great hel p there was a deal of merit i n their perform- The 2nd and 3rd Sections of the " Daily ance. Their mime was frequently mentioned Herald " Contests are now over and we must to ��he

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Manchester Parks e ngagements are now I I am sure all bandsmen in the North East will l 7th confirms that your previous successes striving to repeat their) l ast three appear- join with me in congratulating Mr. P. Boase of were no fluke. 1 1.1nclerstand thi1t your, old ances at Belle Vue , _ bern ii; 111 t_he prizes for Middlesbro Borough on winning 3rd Prize friend Mr . .I. Perrin, put in a good weeks a sequence of four visits 1s then· aim . in the Euphonium section at the " Daily Herald " work to prepare you for this event, and the

[rlam Public are quietly building up. They Solo Contest Finals. THE COASTGUARD. result proves that the preparation was well dont do much talking about what they are � worth the time spent. Hearty congratul ations �oing to do, bu� the signs are , well , ;>rogress- to George Clarke and his men . ive. NORTH S TAFFS. DISTRICT It is aood news to hear that yet another

So Mr. Sam Ru shworth has , he definite l y Band is in the making i n the City o f Binning-says, retired from p laying (I doubt it) and i s ham through the good offices o f o u r old to devote his time and experience to pl acing The Hanley Secondary School Boys Band, a friend Moses Clayton, l ate Euphonium of the Nutgrove Band back were they formerly band recently fon;ned, have fulfilled a number of Dunlop ' s Works Band, who would welcome belonged, amon gst the "Top Notchers . " His Park engagements, under their energetic con- any in strumentalists. tq get in _ touch with tlebut, as a eon ductor, has al ready met with ductor, Mr. O. Owen, their pro.grammes being him and assist with its format10n. May f success . much appreciated. I have heard them recently, suggest to Mr. Clayton to get in touch with

A n other September Belle Vue Contest is and I wish to congratulate Mr. Owen on the Georrre Grundon of Hockley. who may be in rlo t h d ·1 t 1 1 th test · · f work he has put in for the benefit of the Youth ., h ' se a an . am o c e · ptece is o a position to contact the Trustees of t . e a modern type, <i,n d any one of the thirty Movement. Birmingham City Band, who I do know, did e t t · U d tl · t Parkers Brewery have fulftlled engagements at 1 n ran s can wrn . n er le circums ances possess a very fine Library of Music anr T l efl·ai· 1 fi·o t . · th ob bl · Audlem and Rugeley. Mr. E. W. Cotterill was in · 1 m 1pp111g e p1· a e winner. 0· ther assets . If succesful , they have :i name It nlay be tll · t 1 t · a · t 0-1' 1 b d charge. The band has had a record season. e 1 n e1 L n is o ,.., ve eve ·y an wel l worth reviving, and a rrreat deal of all eq llal nl1 a c D u t h 1-·ep tati·o City of Stoke-on-Trent Constabulary keep �· ' n e. w en u n s are \Vllt· .1·y financiall y would be prevented . n t c· t·1kn 1· t b 1 ne " ·0 tte d busy under Mr. \V. Hughes. The band have ... " . ' • ce< 1 " t\ sen us ma r, an "\V�st Bromwich Boro having pu rcha sed one cannot wonde r , some bands prefer to be visited Leigh, Uttoxeter, where they put up a

tl1e TEST PJECE and commenced rehears a l s absent. good progi:amme. . . . . . h L c· l Con-[ am req nested to comment regarding the I Stoke. City �1htary keep to_gether well ,and on it fully mtendcd ent�I mg t e

b 0.k_ h early hours of comrnen i:ing the Contest at appear m public at frequent inlervals. 1hey tes� , but suffered a se 1 wus set ac w en

Belle Vue . 1 1-0 a . m . or even 12 noon is much have had a good season. Mr. Kirkham is still their Co.nductor_, Tom Brennan went a.way too soon fo r many of the loyal attenders at in charge. Mr. W. Hi.bberts, a membei; of the I

(on Mechcal advice) to Porthcawl for rest and these events . 'Ve have not, as yet , reached band, and a personal friend of mine, commenced c·hnnge. . . . that happy state of a five days working week. playing in the year 1890. He is still active, being .No_ news of any nnper_i dmg meetmg of the Co11 sequently , �or the firs} . two hours , Barn.ls , the chairman of the band. We all wish him many

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or other forms of comp�t1t1011 . usually play more years of band work. rumom s are . rife that .some of the offic1.tl s to an almost empty I-Iafl . Attending Belle I wish to thank Miss Gracie Cole, for corre- ure not so mterested m . the movement as Vue Contest is now an expensive affair spondcnce which I have received from her they used to be . Why IS th i s ? If you d� want

particularly for those who like to be in at the recently. She states that she is busy with to make the moven:ent a success. get at begin ning. A l ittle more consideration for engagements. th� " C.;.ERM" that 1s eatm g away the root .

· those who rrn y the pippr, Please. One realises Wingates and Fodens have visited this district 'rhc A ssociat ion h a s helped to nnprove the business is business, ai1 d if two shows per recently, under their respective conductors, rnndition s n n d i:mymcnts for 9:11 engagen�cnts day can be crammed in, wel l , so much the Messrs. Eckersley and Mortimer. in this District, and havmg benef1ttecl better fo1· business. Formerl y , Rol le V ue Congratulations to Mr. F. Prior, a member of , th rough their l fl bonrs , some think that is al l Contest , its Bands a n d followers, had the Park and Dare, on his recent success at Belle we ought to expect . Let me sa:v at once . al l day to themselve s , and what a day ! Vue. He gave a good performance and was Band s i n this District that are NOT members

Tn conclusion , T desire to thank the many assisted by that ever popular brass 13and Trainer, of th e A ssoci� tion , ought to send a don ation who have written me in appreciation of the Mr. Haydn Bebb, musical director of the band. I to Mr Kerlrlle as a sl ight token of the recent article, "Interpretation qud Contest All bands connected with the S.A. in this fi n aneial ben efit they have enj oyed through Results . " district are busy with their Corps Work. ! t h� effort,. of the A ssociation .

SUB ROSA CORNETTO. 1 OLD BRUl\1.

SOUTH WALES NOTES I Radcliffe Borough arc advertising for players. I hopc they succeed in making up a full band.

Three Contests, held at Blaina , Roath Park and Mountain Ash, during the past month , were all atteuded by Bands in all sections. Some excellent performanG,es made the adjudicators tasks very difficult, and they congratulated the Bands on their fine 11laying, whicl): has proved to them (they admit) that "\'\i elsh Bands can give perform­ances equal and even more than equal to those of their I<:nglish contemporaries .

The. Contest at Blain a on J ul y 20th well oq�amsecl by Mr. T. Rees (Secretary) was ad1ud1cated by Mr. Haydn Bebb and won by Tonyrefail , with Tonypan<ly in �econd p lac� . At Roath Park on Jul y 27th beautiful weather and a good attendance of bands ensured the success of the S. \V. M. B. B. A. A nnual Champion8hip Contest, n djudicatecl by .l\�r . Rnc Bal. I , who -placed Cory Workmens' Band fi:rst m Class A ; Tonypandy first in B ; Blama first Lll C. Trmlegar who applied for (and were granted) regradin a to Class C this season, came third proving tlrnt they are once agam on t!w up-grade, they owe much to thell' energetic Secretary Mr. J . Thomas. I was p le_ased to meet the young Secretary of Lad.Y "\Vm clsor Band , now competing o n ce again .

The Welsh National Eisterldford . hel d on August 5th , at Mountain A sh , was adj udi­cated by Messrs . J. A. Greenwood and A. E . Badrick. whose awards will be found i n Contest Hesults column .

C1nnbran (Class C) are now welcoming members returning; from the Forces and under their Bandmaster E. C. Jone� are looking forward to further successes next se.ason. Cwmavon, who fvl ly deserved their wm Ill Section C, have two blind pl ayers , who have to be taught to play each piece by memory, a remarkable performan ce , which reflects great credit on their conductor and themselves . Fourth place in Class C was j u stly taken by 'l'ylorsto\vn Boys Band whose spirited rendering entitled them to ' praise for their attainment while they are so yomw . The fine evenings Concert given by Pare a1�d Dare, was well received by the l arge audience . and young Harold Nash ' s tro111b011 e solos were vei·y popular. I shall greatly appreciate any news sent to me by Band Secretaries .

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SHEFFIELD & DISTRICT

Creswell (H. Moss) gave a fine and popular programme at Ripley Show on August l 7t h Band in big demand at Annual Events, besides locally, always delighting their many supporters and colleai;ues.

At Stocksbridge Open Air Musical Festival on July 28th, Stocksbridge Old gave appropriate items with something like their old skill. Also at Show on August 6th.

Ecclcsfield engaged August 6th at the Gym­kana and Show at the Stadium-"a repeat order " which proves satisfaction given at the previous event on Whit-Tuesday.

Meersbrook are securing engagements regu· larly. At Gleadless Show on August 3rd, the band gave a well-arranged programme. By the way, I opine that the words " Prize Band " are being anticipated ; for though I hope the band will earn the title in near future, I have no record of the band having merited it, as yet. It is sometimes bad for the reputation of a band when questions are asked that cannot be answered factually. I write without prejudice ; and have the band's interest at heart. withal, Finally, I have found that rival bands aon't always keep this to themselves !

Cawthorne (glad this old-timer is coming to the front again) played at the Show held at Cawthorne. Should be glad of a line from Secretary, now band has been " resurrected. "

Dannemora ( " featuring " B. Bygraves and J. Hinde, the young soloists) , again secured the engagement at Norton Show on Bank Holiday giving the usual satisfaction.

Foden's at Bakewell Show on August Sth proved a big attraction. I imagine L. Barker and his men of Bakewell would be listening in full force, revelling in the performances of Fodens.

Swallow Nest Contest and Demonstration was a huge success on August 3rd. Houghton Main lst; Manvers (Wath) 2nd ; Phoenix 'vVorks 3rd; and Hinchcliffe 4th, gave fine performances. The locals also, for the most part gave good renderings of the test-pice. Hearty congratu· lations are due to our near local competitors in the finals at Belle Vue Solo Contests. Betty Woodcock (juvenile Section) lst prize ; B. Bygraves (junior Section) 3rd prize ; C \/\lesson (senior Trombone Section) l st prize, doing exceedingly well and doing honour to themselves and the district, for the " opposition " was strong !

Carlton Main Frickley Colliery, were engaged in vVeston Park on August llth, delivering fine programmes in two sessions ; but the elements were not very favourable in the evening, spoiling a first-class show.

Wombwell British Legion : have n ot heard much about you this mouth. Hope eve rythino­is alright.

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'Vath Town Silver : [ heard this Baud at the Mexboro Hospital Cheq uo PrcsC'11tation of £ 1 ,600 ; they played a v�ry good pro­gramme.

Manvers a nd Barnboro are working very hard for some contest . ] hope it is for Manchester and I wish you the best oi Good Luck .

Hickleton Main are going to m n ke a n ame for th<'.mselves . [ hope to hear yon bring off the pnze at l\fanchester September Conte:;t .

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BURY & DISTRICT

There is not much doing round Bury apart from Park concerts. Bury Home Guard have played in �-arious parks during the past month. I also noticed Bolton H.G. gave a concert in Bury recently.

Tweedale & Smalley's gave a concert recently in the works canteen. These concerts are very popular with the workpeoplc. I heard this band at Besses' Contest, but I expected a better performance, although they came in sixth. The winners, Rhos Silver, from Wrexham, gave a very good rendering of " Songs of England. " Nutgrove _also gave a mce performance, to win second pnze. It was nice to see Mr. S. Rush­worth conducting this band. I wish him more successes in the future.

Glad to see Un,sworth have started again. They led a parade of the Parish Church School recently. They also played for the crownino- of the Rose Queen. "

Bury Silver played at l'nsworth Wesleyan School annual gala day.

Bury Home Guard must be very disheartened at the result of the two concerts they gave recently in one of the Bury parks. All they were able to collect was £� l 5s. 2d.-a poor result which does not speak well for Bury people.

I attended the " Daily Herald " finals at Belle Vue, and must congratulate Besses' Boys on their success in the Junior Section. They gave a very fine show. l only heard one band in the Third Section Cheetham Hill Public, and as to the Second Se�tion, I must say I did not � ,,_ like the test-piece, and think a much more suitable piece could have been chosen. I '.leard many other people expressing the same opmwn .

I also attended the final Solo Contests at Belle Vue, and heard many good performance�. Congratulations to all the winners.

WELL WISHER.

:JSrass 1San� <tontests N A N P EA N , Cornwal l

Brass Band Contest, for Second and Third Section Bands, Saturday, September 7th. SECOND SECTION. Test-piece " Emilia " (W. & R. ) . First prize, £ 15 ; :2ncl, £ 1 2 ; 3rd, £9. March Contest. Own choice. First prize, £2 ; 2nd, £ 1. Hymn Tune. Own choice. First

prize, £2 ; 2nd, £ L . Entrance fee, 1 2/6' THIRD SECTIOX. Test-piece "Hereward .' (W. & R. ) . First prize, £ 1 2; 2nd, £9 ; 3rd, £7. March Contest. Own choice. First prize, £2 ; 2nd, £1 . Hymn Tune. Own choice. First prize, £ 2 ; 2nd, £1. Entrance fee, 10/-. Ad­judicator. :\fr. A. W. Parker.

Secretary, Mr. H. H.O'vVE, Longstonc, Xan­pean, St. Austell, Cornwall.

SCOTTIS H AMAT E U R BA N D ASS OCIATI O N

A nnual Champi011 shi1) Contests wil l be heJc.! as under :

Thircl and Fourth ,Sections in lJ sher H all Edinburgh , September 7th . Th ird Section test piece "Sailor Songs" ("\V . &R . ) : Fourth Section, "Alexanders Feast" ('V.&B .. )

J<'irst and Second Section s in St. A ndrew:; Hal l , Glasgow , Septem her 28th. l•'irst Section 1�estpiece . " Les Prel ude s " ("\V.&R. ) ; Seeond Section "Aroldo" (\V . &R. ) .

Secretary, Mr. H. \VlLSON, 46 Dru moyne Quadrant, G l asgow . S . ,V. 1 ,

W R E X H A M North vVales Brass Band Festival (sponsored

by the Rhos Mineworkers Institute Committee) will be held at the Miner's Institute, Rhos, vVrexham, on Saturday, September 2 l st.

£ 135 in cash prizes. Class A, open to England and Wales. First prize, £50 ; second, £ 20 ; third, £ 10. Class B, coniined to Vilales and Border Counties. Test-piece, " Gems of Old England " (W. & R. ). First prize, £ 25 ; second, £ 1 2; third, £8 ; fourth, £6 ; fifth, £4. Entries close September 9th.

All particulars and entrv forms can be obtained from the Organiser, Aid. J . T. EDWARDS, J .P., Miners' Institute, Rhos, Wrexham.

L O U G H B O RO U G H , Leicestersh i re Brass Band Contest (promoted by Lough­

borough. District Toe HJ on Saturday, 28th September, 1946, commencing at 3 p.m. Test­pi�ce " Songs of England " (\V. & R. ) . First pnze £ 15 and Challenge Trophy value £20 second, £ 10 and Challenge Trophy ; third, £5 . ..i.. Adjudicator, Mr. Chas. A. Cooper, A .Mus.V.C.M. { Huthwaite, Notts. Entries close 14th Septem� ber. Entrance fee £ 1 per band.

Particulars from Hon. Secretary, Mr. F. EDGINGTON, 339 Park Road, Loughborough.

R O C H DALE �econd Annual Brass Band Contest, in the

Dnll Hall, Rochdale, Saturday, October 12th, commencing 2 p.m. ; draw 1 p.m. Test-piece " Gems of Old England " (W. & R.). First prize, £ 20 and Challenge Shield ; 2nd, £ 10 and Challenge Cup ; 3rd, £7 ; 4th, £3. Hymn Tune Contest. First prize, £3 ; 2nd, £ 2 ; 3rd, £1. Entrance fe�, 10/-. Entries close September 28th. Adjudicator, Mr. Fred Mortimer.

Hon. Organiser, Mr. W. A . ASHWORTH. Quickfit Publishing Co. , Clarkes Lane, Rochdale. �������������������-

READ I N G Preliminary Notice

The Berkshire and neighbouring Coanties Band Festival Guild (formerly known as The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Band Festival Guild), will hold their annual Contests at the Town Hall Reading, on Saturday, October 26th. Test.:. pieces : lst Brass : " Recollections of Mever­beer " (W. & R. ) ; 2nd Br:>.ss : " May Day " (W. & R. ) Adjudicators required for Military and Brass Sections.

Secretary : Mr. A. J. Le Sueur, c/o. Berkshire Chronicle," 17/19 Valpy Street, Reading, Berks.

W I G A N �nnual B-rass Band Contest (promoted by ..... . •

Wigan Borough Band), Saturday, November 2nd. Testpiece, "Gems of Old England" (W.&K) Adjudicator, Mr. H. Heyes. Entry forms on application to :-

Secretary : Mr. T. LANCASTER, 37 Duke Street, Goose Green, Wigan.

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National League of Bands ' Association

A Brass Band Festival will be held in the De Montfort Hall, Leicester, on Saturday, November 2nd. Three Sections. First Section. First prize, £ 20 and Trophy ; second, £15; third, £ 10. Second Section. Test-piece, " Songs of England " (W. & R . ) . First prize £ 15 and Trophy; second, £10; third, £7. Third Section. First prize, £10 and Trophy; second, £7; third, £5. Entrance fees : First and Second Sections £ 1 per band ; Third Section, 10/6 per band'. Entries close September 30th.

Schedules and all particulars from the League Secretary, Mr. E. T. RUFFLES, Wells Road, Fakenharn, )J or folk. �����������-�������-

LA N CAS H I RE B RASS BA N D ASS OCIATI O N

FIRST ANNUAL CONTEST, Saturday, 23rd November 111 the Town Hall, St. Helens. W. & R. test-piece. Bands eligible for this contest are those whose applications for membership, have been received and accepted by the Association, not later than October lst. ADJUDICATOR WANTED.

Secretary : :\fr. STANLEY M. ROWE, 2 Myerscroft Close, New l\Ioston, Manchester 10. ------------l'ri nted by " Dai ly Post " Pri'.lters, and Published by WR IGHT & �OUND ( Proprietor, A. J. Mellor), at· No. 34 Erskine Street! i� the City of LivcrpG>ol, to wluch all Communications for the Editor are

requested to be addressed.

SJ<� P'T'El\IBER , 1946.