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Wingates Band are pleased to announce that we will be partaking in the production of Brassed Off at the Octagon Theatre, Bolton, alongside Eagley Band. It’s 1994 and the tight-knit mining community of Grimley, Yorkshire, are fighting to keep their colliery open. Meanwhile, revered band leader, Danny, battles to keep his dispirited band of brass-playing miners together with the dream of qualifying for the National Championships at London’s Albert Hall. When the uncertainty around the Read more

Eagle-eyed followers of the band may have noticed a few changes to our line-up in recent months as our resident conductor, Andrea Price, has chosen to step down from her position as Musical Director to focus on her alternative musical endeavours and opportunities. Andrea took over the baton in 2022 at a transitional time in the band’s history. The legacy of Andrea’s tenureship with the band has included the development of exciting collaborations and partnerships Read more

An American in Wingates | Josh Fleming on His UK Banding Experience Over the last year, we have had the privilege of having American euphonium musician and Masters student, Joshua Fleming in our ranks, whilst he has been studying at the RNCM.  Originally starting on solo baritone at Wingates in May 2022, before making the move to euphonium, Josh has been an invaluable asset to our team. Sadly, all good things must come to an Read more