There will be a memorable weekend of brass banding at Symphony Hall in September after B:Music announced that it is to host its 'Brass in a Day' on Sunday 10th September.

Brass in a Day

That is the day after the 169th British Open Championship and will see Black Dyke and Cory Bands joined by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain, the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and the local Services for Education for day aimed at encountering, experiencing and enjoying brass band music making.

It is hoped that first time players to experienced performers, inquisitive listeners to dyed in the wool band supporters will enjoy initiatives on the day such as 'Have a Go Brass' in the B:Eats Café, to listening to the talented youngsters of the National Youth and National Children's' Band and Service for Education ensembles, as well as sitting back and lapping up the entertainment provided by two of the world's finest bands in Black Dyke and Cory.

Early Bird 10% off

All this and there is an exclusive 'Early Bird' offer of 10% off bookings to 9th June using the promotional code 4BARS10 which is exclusively available via www.bmusic.co.uk

https://bmusic.co.uk/brass-in-a-day

All ages

Speaking about the day Chris Proctor, Head of Programme at B:Music told 4BR: "Following the success of hosting the 2022 European Championships, and our wonderful link to the British Open Championship we're delighted that we're producing our 'Brass In A Day' event.

Expanding on the traditional Brass Gala performance, this initiative will enable people of all ages to experience brass band music from an introductory 'have a go' session, all the way through to being able to hear some of the best bands in the world whilst supporting young musicians on their respective musical journeys."

Band support

The initiative has been enthusiastically endorsed by those taking part with Black Dyke's Director of Music, Prof Nicholas Childs adding: "Black Dyke always looks forward to the Brass Gala concert, and its development into Brass in a Day is the perfect way to reach out to yet more people."

Cory's Philip Harper agreed: "It's always been a joy to be part of the Sunday and this adds further to that. With the new expanded format, we're looking forward to being able to inspire our next generations of brass musicians."

Something for everyone

Meanwhile, Mark Bromley, CEO of National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain added: "We are delighted to be involved in this initiative. Creating an environment where children and young people can experience brass playing from multiple ensembles at different development stages will I hope, provide them with the inspiration and encouragement to continue their own journeys."

All this and there is an exclusive 'Early Bird' offer of 10% off bookings to 9th June using the promotional code 4BARS10 which is exclusively available via www.bmusic.co.uk4BR

Schedule

Sunday 10th September:

https://bmusic.co.uk/brass-in-a-day

Have A Go Brass: 10.00am — 11.00am

B:Eats Café
Featuring: Services for Education plus NYBBGB ambassadors

Workshop: 10.00am — 11.00am

Justham Family & Jane How Room
Featuring: Cory & Black Dyke representatives plus S4E (Services for Education) ensembles

Pre-concert performance: 2:00pm — 2:40pm

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space
NYBBGB Children's Band

Brass Gala 2023:

3:00pm — 5:00pm (including 20-minute interval)
Symphony Hall Auditorium
Cory & Black Dyke & Services for Education

Post-concert performance:

5:00pm — 5:45pm
Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space
Tuba Loving Care from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

Ticket prices:

Brass Gala 2023 featuring Cory Band, Black Dyke Band and Services for Education Brass Ensembles:

£20 standard
£12 Under 25
Groups of 4+ £15 per ticket

https://bmusic.co.uk/brass-in-a-day

Early Bird

All this and there is an exclusive 'Early Bird' offer of 10% off bookings using the promotional code 4BARS10 which is exclusively available via www.bmusic.co.uk