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Full steam ahead as Crewe Brass welcomes new director

Crewe Brass has welcomed new Associate Musical Director Adam Shilton to the group.

Adam has been brought in to assist the Bands Musical Director, Matt Pithers.

June 30, 2021 —

Crewe Brass looks forward to successful 2021

By Jonathan White
Crewe Brass is planning a return to action in 2021 to coincide with a move a new base in the town.

Crewe Brass will be moving to the Exhibition Hall at Crewe Heritage Centre on Vernon Way and from June 21 they will use the premises for rehearsals and as the band in residence.

March 20, 2021 —

Popular South Cheshire band launch new EP record

By Jonathan White
South Cheshire band The Blue Yellows are launching a new EP (extended play) record in 2021.

The Blue Yellows play a range of music from folk to grunge and the band consists of Jonathan Tarplee (Guitar/Vocals), Emma Alcock (Keyboards/Accordion/Backing vocals), Simon Taylor (Bass), and Dave Coomer (Drums).

January 18, 2021 —

Crewe Brass band returns to town’s heritage with new venue

By Jonathan White
Crewe Brass band has been offered a lifeline with a new venue at the Crewe Heritage Centre.

The band, well known throughout South Cheshire and beyond, had bene left without a home due to the impact of Covid-19 pandemic.

December 14, 2020 —

“Meet The Beatles” back to perform at Nantwich Civic Hall

Be prepared to ‘Twist and Shout’ as one of the UK’s top Beatles tribute bands returns to Nantwich Civic Hall stage on March 20.

“Meet the Beatles” are will help you rock ‘n’ roll the night away with their popular live show from 7.30pm.

February 18, 2020 —

The Revolvers head for Nantwich Civic Hall show

Popular band The Revolvers are back in Nantwich to recreate the sounds of the 60s.

The group have played more than 1,500 concerts worldwide, and continue to wow audiences.

October 17, 2019 —

The South to perform at Crewe Lyceum in November

Former members of hit band The Beautiful South will be performing at Crewe Lyceum on November 1.

The South was formed after The Beautiful South split in 2007 as most members of the band didn’t feel ready to hang up their microphones or instruments.

August 22, 2018 —

The Manfreds to play Nantwich Civic Hall during world tour

Popular R&B band The Manfreds will be performing live at Nantwich Civic Hall as part of the world tour.

The group have been lured to put on their show by the organisers of the Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival.

April 23, 2018 —

Nantwich Civic Hall to stage ‘Sounds of the Sixties’ by The Revolvers

Music fans can re-live the golden era of 50 years ago when the ‘Sounds of the Sixties’ concert by The Revolvers comes to Nantwich.

The hit band will bring the great music of the 1960s back to life, recreating the youthful look and the hits from the favourite 60s artists of that decade.

August 2, 2017 —

Award-winning band Mostly Autumn to play at Nantwich Civic

Award-winning rock band Mostly Autumn will be performing their hits live at Nantwich Civic Hall this Friday June 9.

The group was voted Best Band of 2012 in the Classic Rock Society poll.

June 7, 2017 —

Electro 80s to perform fundraiser in Nantwich

By Jonathan White
1980s Electronica tribute band Electro 80s will perform a fund-raising concert at The Studio in Nantwich on April 13.

The gig is at the start of the five-day Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival.

April 7, 2017 —

Nantwich Concert Band

An inspiring and enthusiastic group of players enjoying playing together and involved with providing music for many local events. We welcome all players of brass or woodwind instruments and meet on a Wednesday evening at Shrewbridge Road, Nantwich. If you would like to join us please call Nick Birch, Musical Director or visit our website or facebook, nantwichband.co.uk

March 14, 2017 —