We’re thrilled to invite you to a special Open Rehearsal with The Cooperation Band as we prepare to represent Scotland and Glasgow at the European Brass Band Championships in Stavanger, Norway—our 16th appearance at this prestigious event. 🎺 Open Rehearsal 🗓 Monday 5th May 🕢 7:30 PM 📍 Govan and Linthouse Parish Church, Glasgow, G51 2YL Join us for an exciting preview of our...
Join us for an extraordinary evening of music as The Cooperation Band, alongside the legendary John Wallace, presents Romantic Brass—a concert featuring remarkable transcriptions of works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Dvořák, Wagner, Schumann, and Sordillo. This concert holds special significance, as these transcriptions were completed by John Wallace during his treatment at the Beatson Cancer Charity clinic in Glasgow last year. Demonstrating...
The cooperation band is thrilled to welcome Grant Henderson to our ranks!Born and raised on The Wirral with strong Scottish roots, Grant started his musical journey on baritone at just seven years old before switching to euphonium at eleven. His early years saw him progress through the Wirral Schools Music Service, playing with the Wirral Schools Brass and Concert...
We’re thrilled to share that our very own Principal Conductor, Katrina Marzella-Wheeler, is in the spotlight on 4barsrest.com! 🌟 Check out the article "2025 RNCM International Brass Band Festival: Interview with Katrina Marzella-Wheeler" to get a behind-the-scenes look at her thoughts and inspiration as she prepares for the RNCM Brass Band’s upcoming performance in Manchester this weekend. 🎺✨ Dive into her...
Are you a young brass or percussion player looking to take your musical talent to the next level? The CO Youth Brass Band is now accepting new members, and we want YOU to be part of our exciting journey! Meet new friends Perform in amazing concerts Develop your musical skills Be part of a...
#vote4katrina - Royal Philharmonic Society Awards 2025! We are beyond excited to share that Katrina Marzella Wheeler has been nominated for the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award! For over two centuries, the Royal Philharmonic Society has celebrated the power of music in our lives, and Katrina exemplifies this legacy through her trailblazing work in the brass band world.Katrina is...
We are absolutely thrilled to officially welcome Leigh Price back to the Cooperation Band! Leigh began playing the trumpet in 2005 at just 10 years old. His passion and dedication were evident early on, leading him to attend the Junior Conservatoire at RCS in 2011 while still at school. During this time, he served as principal trumpet of the...
The cooperation band has been named Scottish Band of the Year for the Championship Section in 2024, capping off a year of exceptional performances across Scotland's brass band community. This annual recognition celebrates the dedication and musical excellence of bands in all sections. Championship Section Highlights The cooperation band earned the top spot in the Championship Section with 38 points, reflecting...
Six players from the cooperation band enjoyed playing their hostage role in the BBC 1 sit-com 'Mrs Brown's Boys'. coop players held comedy hostage for New Year... — 4barsrest Sit-com The six players were part of the sit-com, 'Mrs Brown's Boys New Year's Special', in which the Irish grandmother Agnes Brown, played by comedian Brendan O'Carroll, decides to rent out...
What an incredible experience for some members of the band! We were honored to feature in the Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year Special! Sharing the set with such iconic characters was an unforgettable moment for us. New Year Special! Sharing the set with such iconic characters was an unforgettable moment for us. It was a fantastic day of filming featuring...
