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Hybrid success for BBE

Brass Bands England's recent annual conference has gained a 100% approval rating.

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  The conference had plenty to offer for those in-person or on-line

Brass Bands England has reflected on the success of its recent hybrid annual conference.

The in-person event was held in Sale last weekend, whilst interested parties could view the presentations and awards through an on-line broadcast by brasspass.tv

Banding for Life

The conference theme was 'Banding for Life' — one taken up by keynote speaker Ian Bousfield. Another highlight was the presentation of the Brass Bands England Awards 2022.

Throughout the day, Brass Bands England gave several updates and announcements including a new Members Working Group for the sector and continued #BrassBandsAtChristmas Crowdfunder campaign, both currently open for individuals and bands to participate in.

BBE told 4BR that 100% of delegates who completed the feedback survey said that they went away with specific ideas and actions they will take to their bands.

BBE told 4BR that 100% of delegates who completed the feedback survey said that they went away with specific ideas and actions they will take to their bands4BR

Recordings and resources

Resources from the event are already available in the Brass Bands England Member Resources library, recordings of sessions that took place in the main hall will be added in November. Bands and individuals can find out more about joining Brass Bands England on their website.

BBE confirmed that the 2023 Conference will take place at the University of Huddersfield on Saturday 7th October on the theme of 'Heritage and Innovation'.

Find out more

To find out more go to: www.bbe.org.uk

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