In this episode I chat to David Hirst about the origins of the probably the most famous brass band in the world - Black Dyke. We discuss the early contests, instrumentation, local rivalries and some of the legends of the Queensbury band in the Victorian era.
<a href='https://www.blackdykeband.co.uk/shop/shop/merchandise/the-celebrated-black-dyke-mills-band-the-victorian-years-david-hirst/'>The 'Celebrated' Black Dyke Mills book</a>
<a href='https://www.blackdykeband.co.uk/the-band/the-heritage-project/the-heritage-centre/'>The Heritage Centre</a>
<a href='https://www.salford.ac.uk/library/archives-and-special-collections/salford-digital-archives/find-out-more-5'>Roy Newsome Brass Band Archive</a>

Ep 11. James P Gregory Jnr - Cora Youngblood Corson

A podcast where we explore the rich culture and history of the brass banding world. Each episode myself and a guest will delve into a topic from the brass band past - contests, conductors, clothing and everything in between.