The History in a Nutshell The West of England Bandsmen’s Festival, better known as Bugle Contest, is famous throughout the brass band world. Its host village takes on a different complexion on the day of the event as the typical clay mining community is transformed into a festival location and
Tony Mansell
- 18 April 2020
The Cornwall Youth Brass Band had its beginnings in 1955. It has enriched the lives of so many young musicians but countless other folk have also been involved, some as tutors and others in administrative roles. Their contribution is acknowledged and recognised. My thanks go to all of the organisations
- 18 April 2020
By Tony Mansell The Cornwall County Youth Brass Band was formed in 1955 and for the first four years it was divided into two groups: the seniors, led mainly by Fred Roberts of Camborne Town Band, and the training group led by Frank Moore of St Agnes Silver Band. These
- 17 April 2020
Gulval is a village in the former Penwith district of Cornwall Although historically a parish in its own right, Gulval was incorporated into the parishes of Penzance. Unknown formation date. 1859: Gulval Brass Band at Porthmear Sunday School, Zennor. (RCG 1st July 1859) 1887: At given points in the
- 16 April 2020
Golberdon is northwest of Callington Unknown formation date. 1862: “The enlivening strains of the Golberdon Band quite counteracted the weeping humour of the skies.” (Cornish Times 1862) “What can one say after that?” (John Brush) Early 1870s and early 1880s: John Tregilges played euphonium. (John Brush) 1870: Golberdon Brass
- 16 April 2020