*
banner

Audition opportunities open for National Youth Bands

A special Open Day opportunity has arisen for a new generation of youngsters wishing to become part of the National Youth Bands of Great Britain.

National Youth
 

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is to hold an Open Day in Taunton in April with the opportunity for talented players to audition directly for it two ensembles.

Encouraged

Brass and percussion players aged from 8 to 18 are being encouraged to come along to see the current 80 strong band in action on Tuesday 2nd April, listen to a masterclass and the annual solo competition, as well participate in a question and answer session with Artistic Director, Bramwell Tovey.

The youngsters will also have the opportunity to audition if they wish, for either the National Youth, or the National Children’s Band.

Inspire

Open Day Co-ordinator, Martin Armstrong told 4BR: "We are looking attract and inspire talented youngsters to attend. Previous Open Days have been extremely successful, and we expect this one to be no different."

We are looking attract and inspire talented youngsters to attend. Previous Open Days have been extremely successful, and we expect this one to be no differentMartin Armstrong

Courses

The National Youth Band is holding its Easter course at Taunton School, Somerset between the 30th March & 6th April this year with its Summer course at Giggleswick School, North Yorkshire, between the 3rd & 10th August.

The National Children’s Band will be holding its annual course at Repton School between the 22nd a& 27th July.

A second Open Day will be held during the NYBBGB’s summer residential course.

The NYBBGB Open Day will be between 10am and 4pm.

To find out more, email armstrong_martin007@hotmail.com or click to www.nybbgb.com for details about how to audition for the band.

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Competiton

Conductors prepare to claim Final berths

June 28 • The semi-finalists at the Brass Band Conductors Association Conducting Competition will be looking to book their place in the final this evening in Halifax.


Mnozil Brass

Choir pews only for Mnozil

June 28 • If you want to see Mnozil Brass tonight in Birmingham then be prepared to sit in the choir.


Russell Gray

Gray Pops in to CBS news...

June 28 • Russell Gray recently appeared on Minnesota CBS News in the USA to give a plug for the start of the Minneapolis Pop Concert series he is leading.


Foden's Armagh

Foden's stars to lead in Armagh once again

June 28 • Players from Foden's Band will continue to help inspire players of all ages and abilities in Armagh in August.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Duncan Wilson

Bmus(hons), LGSMD
Conductor, Adjudicator (member AoBBA)


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd