Frame Black and white photographic print of
Major G.H. Willcocks MBE, MVO, ARCM, psm.
Major Willcocks was a military musician. Starting as a cornet player in the Band of the 4th Battalion Royal Fusiliers and later after the Band of the 1st Battalion Royal Fusiliers. He was Director of Music to H.M. Irish Guards during the WW2 period, 1938 to 1948. In retiring from the army he became involved in the Brass Band movement and was Professional conductor for Black Dyke Band from 1957 -61, where he led them to win the Open in 1957 and the Nationals in 1959 and 1961.
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⭐ Black Dyke Band Returns to the BBC Proms 2026 ⭐
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Breathtaking musical virtuosity
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A very Happy Christmas from everyone at Black Dyke Band
As 2025 draws to a close, the Black Dyke Band has been busy bringing joy and festive spirit to audiences across the region.
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