Thornton Cleveleys Band - 3rd Section Contesting Band
1st at last!
The band are delighted to have secured 1st place at Tameside on Sunday 28th March with185 points  - 2 points ahead of York RI in 2nd place

'The Third Section saw victory go to Thornton Cleveleys conducted by Steve Simpson. They produced a fine performance of ‘Oceans’ to take the title ahead of Harrogate bound York Railway Institute who made the trip down from the North of England, with another Harrogate bound band, Farnworth & Walkden in third'

Many thanks to Pauline, Beth, Dave, Roger, Andy and Mark it was much appreciated by us all!

New Members
The band is delighted to have two members - Jeremy (Sop)  and Gemma(2nd Baritone) who have recently moved to the area from Wales.  You are both very welcome additions.

Sad News
The band were very saddened recently to hear that Mr Rod Lewis had passed away.  Rod was the conductor of the junior band  and he spent a great deal of time, effort  and enthusiasm into developing our younger musicians.  Rod was well know by the local banding organisations and will be sadly missed by all.

Resignation of long standing member.
The band are sorry to announce that Howard Midgeley, band secretary and trombone player has decided to resign from the committee and his playing position.  Howard's connection with the band goes back over 40 years, during which he has dedicated so much of his own time to band activities.  Chairman Andrew Swann thanked Howard on behalf of the band and committee for everything he 'd done and achieved over the years and assured him that he would always be welcomed back.


Fleetwood Contest 5th October 2009  (02/10/09)
This Sunday the band are heading all the way to sunny Fleetwood for the annual Marine hall contest.  Playing Goff Richards 'Hollywood' the band hope for a good result in the 3rd section.    Good luck Steve and all.

New Principal Cornet (01/10/2009)
Paul Cooper (previously the bands Soprano player) has taken over the reins as principal cornet following the departure of Steve Tarry.  Ex Army band master Paul has a wealth of playing and conducting experience and will be an asset to the band in his new position.

UPDATE- COMINGS AND GOINGS (30/09/09)
In August the band had to bid a fond and reluctant farewell to two players:
Principal Cornet Steve Tarry- Steve has moved to a new job in Dubai.
Phil Webb 2nd Cornet - Phil has decided the time has come to retire after a good 21 years (or so) .  Both players will be really missed but we wish them all the best in their different ventures.

Welcome to Kathy Redman who joins on 2nd cornet, Kathy has played locally with both Blackpool Brass and Pilling and Fiona McKenzie  who joins us on 3rd cornet.  Fiona becomes the youngest band member who due to her excellent progress in the junior band has been promoted to the senior band.  Well done Fiona its great to have you and Cathy in the band keeping the back row in check. 

Feb 8th - Preston Contest 3rd Section.
Despite a ridiculously early Sunday morning start for many in the band it seemed that everyone had woken up enough to provide a great performance when the time came at Preston today.  Playing 2nd out of 16 the band secured the excellent result of 4th place.  Many thanks again  to the five players (you know who you are) who also assisted us today.  An extra congratulations goes to Tony Armitstead who playing principal cornet for us won the section soloist prize.  Congratulations to all, and as always a mighty big thanks to Steve Simpson for his continued hard work to progress the band at every opportunity. Oh and quote of the day stated after the result by a member of the audience...' I bet many bands are very relieved that Thornton are not going to the areas'!

Oct 12th 2008 - Fleetwood Contest
Drawn 9th of 9 bands and playing Goff Richards 'Oceans' the band achieved 2nd place in the 3rd section at Fleetwood today.  After a few years out of the contest scene this is an excellent achievement.  It reflects the hard work put in by all and especially the consistent commitment, direction and encouragement from Steve Simpson (MD).  In addition to the odd post result hangover the band also walked away with a trophy and a cheque for £200.  Congratulations to all!

Sept 10th
Grand Charity event  in Memory of Rachel Holland.
Following the loss of his Sister, Rachel (a fine Euphonium player with North Fylde Band) earlier this year,  Ian Holland (E flat Bass) has arranged a charity event to raise money for  the Heart Unit at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. a charity for which Rachel donated and raised money.
It starts at 7pm will be compared by the "Local Celebrity" Ryan Gleeson, and there will be excellent entertainment from the one and only DEADBEATS.  There will also be a raffle with some amazing prizes.   Tickets are £5.00 but you will be able to pay on the door, with all monies going to the charity.
So put a note in your diaries, and remember to bring LOADSA MONEY!!!