Ciaran Young has announced his decision to step down as solo baritone with Brighouse & Rastrick following ten years with the band. Commenting on the decision Ciaran stated, "The time has come where my career and family has to come first. Brighouse deserves 100% commitment throughout the year, which I've...read more
The 13th annual Ohio Brass Arts Festival hosted by the Central Ohio Brass recently took place at Gahanna Creekside in Ohio. Seven bands took part in the Festival performing impressive programmes, however it was Dublin Silver Band that really wowed the crowds with their winning performance in the annual OBAF Cup...read more
The Charlie Mortimer Fund charity is holding a special auction at the Milton Rooms in Malton on 10th August. The Fund was set up following the unexpected death of Charlie on August 15th 2009. Charlie had undiagnosed MCADD; a rare genetic condition. Amongst the many auction lots available are:A brand new...read more
Widely regarded as one of the most important and accomplished artists of our time, jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis will make a rare UK appearance with his quartet as part of the Cheltenham Festival. The concert begins with a side-by-side project that sees local young brass players from Gloucestershire Music join forces...read more