NASUWT Riverside Band

25/08/2026

It’s been a very busy summer for Riverside, with plenty happening both inside and outside the bandroom. We’ve had some wonderful reasons to celebrate within our band family which we’d like to share. ❤️

We were delighted to hear that two new “mini” band members arrived safely over the summer, although they may need a little time to grow before they join the band officially.

🍼 Back in May, our 1st Horn player Andy Thompson and his wife Louise welcomed their second child into the world.

👶 Shortly after, at the end of July, our Soprano player Phillip Tait and Percussionist Beth Tait welcomed their first baby girl safely into the world.

💍 As if that wasn’t enough excitement, a very special celebration happened in Bali with our Repiano cornet player Dave Gillson and his wife Hannah tying the knot!

Several other band members have also been making the most of the summer and heading off on holidays ✈️☀️. But now it’s time to get back to business…

With everyone rested, refreshed and raring to go, the band is ready to turn its attention to the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain and the challenge ahead.

With Maestro Richard Marshall at the helm, we’re looking forward to getting stuck into the preparation and making the most of every minute in the bandroom.

The countdown is on… 🔥

20/07/2026

Fantastic day, and the band was proud to lead in the NASUWT banner!

14/07/2026

What a fabulous night of music 🎶

Thank you to all that made it possible, and especially our own Kim Johnson and Tony Thompson.

Thanks Hays Travel for the support.

05/07/2026

🎺 FREE EVENT AT LOCOMOTION, SHILDON – MONDAY 13 JULY 2026 🎺
Project Momentum & Shildon Little Brass Bash
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, energy and celebration as NASUWT Riverside Band, in partnership with Durham Music Service and several local schools, presents the finale of Project Momentum — an inspiring initiative supporting youth development through music.
This special joint concert takes place at Locomotion, Shildon, as part of the Durham Brass Festival, and showcases the incredible talent and hard work of young musicians from across the region. The band extends its heartfelt thanks to the Hays Travel Foundation, whose generous support has made this project possible.
But that’s not all…
On the same evening, Locomotion will also host the Durham Brass Festival, Shildon Little Brass Bash, featuring three dynamic street bands bringing festival flair, rhythm and excitement to the site.
📅 Monday 13 July 2026
⏰ 6.00pm – 9.00pm
📍 Locomotion, Shildon
💷 Free entry for everyone
Bring your family, bring your friends, and enjoy a summer evening filled with brass, community spirit and musical celebration.

14/06/2026

What an unforgettable evening at the Gala Durham, as we celebrated our 150th Anniversary. Thank you to everyone who joined us to mark this monumental milestone for the band.

Our sincere thanks to Professor Nicholas Childs and Richard Marshall for preparing the band and shaping our performance with exceptional direction throughout the evening. Together we showcased our band in style and paid respect to players past and present, for their commitment and musicianship throughout the years. A highlight voiced by many, was our tribute to our Pelton Fell heritage with a deeply moving performance of the miners' hymn, Gresford.

As a band, sharing the stage with the legendary Black D**e Band and soloist extraordinare David Childs Official was an absolute honour. Woven between the players, we had the pleasure of experiencing world-class musicianship and were immersed in breathtaking performances making the evening truly special. Thank you ✨

And as for our finale, how else could we have brought our evening to a spectacular close, than with a stage-rumbling performance of 'Pines of Rome'; our massed bands expertly marched to Rome by none other than John Wilson. The sound of both bands was electrifying and certainly a players' highlight of the evening.

Our thanks extend to our fabulous sponsors, MD Autoservices and NASUWT who generously support the band so that we may continue to proudly keep the legacy of our North East band alive.

And finally to the gent behind the magic, band manager, Tony Thompson. The band expresses their heartfelt thanks for his tireless dedication to the band and mastery in driving the band forward.

A world-class soloist, wizardry from the middle, massed bands, and a thrilling finale—what a spectacular way to celebrate 150 years of brass banding! 🎶🎉

08/06/2026

Looking forward to having David Childs Official perform with the band! 🎶

I'll be joining NASUWT Riverside Band and Black D**e Band at Gala Durham Theatre this Saturday to celebrate Riverside's 150th Anniversary. Can't wait to share the stage with these fine bands 🎺

18/05/2026

🎟️ Tickets now available in the circle 🎟️

The band are looking forward to what will be an amazing concert 🎶