Rothwell Temperance Band are a Championship Section brass band based in Rothwell, near Leeds, in the North of England. This site contains information about the band, its members and its concerts and contests.

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6th January 2012 - Christmas Morning

The band were once again out in force on Christmas Day making twelve stops to play at houses of supporters, relations and patrons. At one point there were 50 people in the street drinking mulled wine awaiting the band in a scene almost from Charles Dickens. They collected over £250 in cheques of donations to the band.

Our final stop was on the set of ITV's "Text Santa" from the live Christmas Eve show hosted by Ant & Dec. On the show Russell Watson sang live as a surprise to local lady Pam Clarkson who gives up her Christmas Day to cook dinner for OAP's who are on their own at Christmas. The band always play a few carols at the event before heading back to their families for the rest of Christmas Day.

24th December 2011 - Dave Looking for a Leader

Our musical director Dave Roberts is very excited about the opportunity of appointing a new principal cornet as the band start a new year. "I am looking for a communicator, a leader for the cornets and it’s a great seat for the right person," he said. "James McCabe has held the seat for over 6 years and has opted for a change and a new challenge."

Dave is delighted to have covered the position for the Yorkshire Area contest with Jef Vermieren (the 2010 British Open Solo Champion). Jef jumped at the chance having played with us in 2010. Dave is also delighted at the the return of Andy Padgett, saying "He is a great player and a friend that I have missed." Dave met with Padge just before Christmas and said "He is practising hard and is keen to get going."

22nd December 2011 - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

The band would like to wish all our supporters a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. We've had a great time over Christmas, playing in various well attended and high-profile concerts. The audience reaction has been great everywhere we've played. We look forward to the challenges that 2012 will bring.

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Next Events

Saturday, 28th January 2012
Concert, Morley Town Hall (7.30)

Friday, 10th February 2012
Rotary Club Concert, Blackburn Hall, Rothwell (7.30pm)

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