*
banner

Colorado makes first investment in youth

Colorado Brass recently held its first Youth Brass Weekend as it looks for opinions on how to shape its musical future.

Colorado Brass
  The band recently launched its first Colorado Brass Youth Program.

Colorado Brass, the leading British style brass band in the US state recently held its first ever Youth Brass Weekend that heralded the launch of its 'Colorado Brass Youth Program'.

45 young musicians were able to perform with the band in sectionals, masterclasses and individual tuition which resulted a short concert featuring three pieces worked on throughout the day.

Milestone

Speaking about the initiative, Music Director Brett Keating said: "The launching of the 'Colorado Brass Youth Program' is a large milestone for the Colorado Brass.

Our first ever Youth Brass Weekend signifies our organization's commitment to provide meaningful brass and percussion instruction to young musicians.

These amazing students represent 14 different schools across the Front Range, and it is our goal to enhance the strong education these students receive from their school band directors and private teachers!"

Help and assistance

Now the band is looking for the help and assistance to map and plan its future from its local community and those with an interest in brass banding.

They are asking musicians, educators, audience members, donors, and supporters to complete a short survey to help guide their artistic programming, community engagement, and educational initiatives.
Responses will remain confidential and will be used solely for Colorado Brass planning purposes.

Find out more

To help please go to: https://coloradobrass.questionpro.com/strategicplan

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    


ebba

Future Europeans to head to Belgium and Denmark

November 9 • Antwerp and Copenhagen have been confirmed as the hosts cities for the 2029 and 2030 European Championships.


Greighallen

World of Brass to live-broadcast Norwegian National Championships

November 8 • The action from the 2027 Norwegian National Championships will be live-streamed by World of Brass on their wobplay.com media platform.


swbba

Results: 2026 SWBBA Contest

November 8 • Tongwynlais Temperance claims the cross border honours in Torquay with section wins for Weston Brass, St. Pinnock, Pendennis Brass, St. Austell Youth and Hatherleigh Training.


SBBBa

Result: 2026 SBBBA Borders Entertainment Contest

November 8 • Jedforest Instrumental claim the honours in Galashiels.


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Brass Ensemble

Friday 20 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Bilton Silver President's Concert

Friday 27 November • St George's Church, St Johns Avenue, Rugby CV22 5HR


West Yorkshire Police Band - Mid Yorkshire Breast Cancer Support

Saturday 28 November • Cluntergate Centre, Horbury WF4 5DA


Newstead Brass - The Snowman - Live

Saturday 5 December • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West, Forest Town. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Christmas Magic and More

Sunday 13 December • Rugby Theatre, Henry Street, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2QA


Chinnor Silver

November 6 • We are looking to strengthen our top end and require an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNET to join this friendly and ambitious 1st Section band.Good book of concerts and contests planned that includes a trip to Belgium.


Chinnor Silver

November 6 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (9th) and we welcome players of all abilities to join us for a relaxed and friendly rehearsal.Playing with us does not impact on your band. We meet in our bandroom at 11am it is all free including refreshments


Oxford Cherwell Brass

November 6 • Oxford Cherwell Brass invites applications for a new MUSICAL DIRECTOR . We seek a new MD who is committed to an inclusive positive approach towards enjoyment of music making and development. We are a friendly second section band (L&SC).


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd