Besses o' th' Barn Band

New MD for Besses

Besses o' th' Barn Band are delighted to announce the appointment of Trevor Halliwell as their new Musical Director.

A cornettist from the age of 9, Trevor's talent was spotted as a young player by members of Wingates band. He went on to become assistant principal at Foden's, before returning to Wingates where he held the principal position for ten years, also winning the coveted title of Champion Soloist of Great Britain 1979 and playing principal trumpet with the Haffner Orchestra.

Trevor brings to the band a wealth of experience as a player, teacher, adjudicator and conductor. In his conducting career, Trevor has taken numerous bands including Stalybridge, Marple, Hoover Bolton, and more recently leading Golborne band to promotion into the 2nd section.

The band are very excited to be working with Trevor as they approach their Bicentenary year in 2018 and would like to invite any players who would like to come for a blow to join us at rehearsals every Tuesday and Thursday 8-10pm at the band room, 2 Moss Lane, Whitefield, Manchester M45 6HG.

Besses Joint Summer Concert 2017

It's time for our annual summer concert with our good friends from Affetside Choir.

Tickets are now available from either the Choir:Joanne Wilcock 01204 882775 or Besses: 07581 230637

Come and have a wonderful time with a selection of music for all tastes.

Upcoming Concerts

Want to see Besses in concert?

Here are our latest bookings:

Sun 23 April 2017 - St. Georges day Concert, Ramsbottom Civic Hall 7.30pm start.

A great evening with traditional Brass Band music and featuring some superb solo perfomances.

Tickets available on the door

Sun 7th May 2017 - Ring o Bells, 130 Church Lane, Marple.SK6 7AY. Meet 3pm start.

Sun 21 May - Clough Day, Church Inn, Church Lane Prestwich.M25 1AJ. Afternoon.

Sun 4th June - St Mary's flower Park ,Prestwich. Afternoon .TBC

Fri 9th June - Whit Friday.4pm onwards - Greatest FREE show on earth!!!

Sun 18 June - Ajex parade,Heathlands,Prestwich.1pm.

Sun 13 August - Ring o Bells, 130 Church Lane, Marple. SK 6 7AY. 3pm start.

If you would like further information please contact us.

Latest Vacancies

As we approach the summer we are looking to strengthen our team with additional players.

All players are welcome, but we have permanent positions available for the following:

Cornet (postion flexible)

Baritone

Tenor Trombone

Bass (either)

Please contact Debbie (Secretary) for further information.

Rehearsals are every Tuesday