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A Belated Welcome

Many greetings to two new female members who now grace our band.
Elizabeth Clements joins the Trombone section, Elizabeth was previously with Bon Accord Sliver and has recently moved to our area.
Berris Smith joins the back row cornets, Berris was a former member of Nottingham City Transport Band.
Tony and all members [...]

AGM

A very short version of events
The year’s AGM took place on Sunday 12th Feb. The meeting was initially chaired by Fred Straw. Fred expressed that with the sad demise of NCT Band he would like to put on record the achievements that the band had made over the years especially having [...]

A Christmas message from Tony

Carlton Brass has had a very enjoyable and busy schedule this Christmas.
I would like to thank all members for their hard work and attendance during the build up to Christmas and the commitment given at this busy time.  We’ve had some really prestigious concerts, playing to capacity audiences who have [...]

Welcome

The Band extends a warm welcome to Esther Pritchard who joins the back row. Esther has previously played with Rothwell and Flimby Saxhorn Bands.
Also making a return to the back row is Dave Saddler. Chris McMullen from Swindon Pegasus is keeping his “Lip In” with us on Euph while he is [...]

Hayley – A Celebration of Life

Bramcote crematorium was packed to capacity with over 200 people gathered together with family, friends and the banding community there to celebrate the “Life of [...]

Hayley’s service

Bramcote Crematorium, Coventry [...]

Our Tragic Loss

It is with deep regret and sadness that I have to report the tragic death of Hayley Donze. Hayley passed away on Sunday night after a sudden and very short illness. Our deepest condolences and thoughts are with Martin, Michelle, Kim and their family.
Funeral details and arrangements will be announced soon.

France Trip

By special request here is the 2004 report on the France trip
Click here for the report

Sad Loss of Loz Briggs

After having a fantastic day at this years area contest the trip back home to the Fox & Hounds was marred by a phone call informing us of the [...]

Band Social

By our special correspondent Phil Scott
Saturday 19th February

Humperwink in action
Carlton Brass celebrated another highly successful [...]