by Julie | Feb 21, 2025 | Blog, Cumbria, Julie Hoggarth
e strategiessIn the Cumbria Brass Network meeting on February 15th, band players came together to duscuss player support. This conversation is ongoing. Take part by completing our survey: Player support survey Training Bands and Boot Camps For those new to brass...
by drum.user | Nov 25, 2024 | Blog, Cumbria, Julie Hoggarth
Kirkby Stephen Silver Band (KSSB), a cornerstone of the Cumbrian music scene since its founding in 1857, has always been a band with a difference. Known for its skilled musicianship, welcoming spirit, and commitment to innovation, the band is as much about community...
by Julie | Nov 22, 2024 | Blog, Cumbria, Julie Hoggarth
A Partnership Model for Music Education and Progression: Insights from Cumbria’s Brass Band Network Meeting held on Saturday 16th November 2024 Guest speaker Phil Goodwin – RNCM Support for Brass Music Culture in Cumbria We opened the meeting by welcoming...
by Julie | Nov 1, 2024 | Blog, Cumbria, Julie Hoggarth
Partnerships provide music opportunities for young people in Tebay All the research tells us that playing a musical instrument is extremely beneficial for young people’s development and mental health. But it is very hard to access thanks to cuts in...
by Julie | Oct 23, 2024 | Blog, Julie Hoggarth
“the journey is the joy and the rewards are life-long” 2025 Brass Bands England conference On Saturday October 19th D+B directors Julie and Davina visited the very favourably situated City of London School (it’s for boys so no need...
by drum.user | Oct 9, 2024 | Blog, Cumbria, Julie Hoggarth
Date: Sunday, 29th SeptemberVenue: Black Combe Junior School, MillomHosted by: Holborn Hill Royal Brass Band Juniors (led by Cath Clarke)MD: Kaytie HardingSpecial Guest: Phil Goodwin, Head of Engage at the Royal Northern College of Music This past Sunday saw a vibrant...
