News / 2024
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Award winning inspiration for Shepherd Group
October 23, 2024
A wonderful project creating musical opportunities for D/deaf young people claims BBE Award.
Japanese players perform for charity cause
October 23, 2024
Over 120 players continue to help rase funds for the victims of the naturel disasters that have affected Japan.
Superbrass Saturday: Creature's Comfort (Jock McKenzie)
October 23, 2024
An early Saturday treat for bands and ensembles to celebrate the arranging talents of Jock McKenzie — the winner of the Brass Bands England Services to Youth Award.
World Tour this Friday in Cardiff
October 23, 2024
There will be a quick trip to musical stops offs around the globe led by brass students at the RWCM&D this Friday.
Bakewell beating the drum to stop closing its doors
October 23, 2024
A super community band is determined not to close its doors in Derbyshire.
Time for Xmas...
October 23, 2024
If you are looking for a great musical gift for the bandsperson your life — then this might by the right time to buy it from Blossom Hill Cards
Report & Results: 2024 ODBBA Contest
October 23, 2024
The prize winning wheels on the bus went round and round for Kidlington as they led the prize winners in Witney.
Friary's big response from Reading
October 23, 2024
London National finalists gained a big response from a smaller than usual audience at their recent Reading concert appearance.
Oakmead youth to enjoy 65th anniversary
October 23, 2024
A youth band formed 65 years ago will be looking to recall youthful achievements with their reunion call.
Fantastic day of music making at Kirkbymoorside
October 23, 2024
Players aged from 7 to 87 took to the stage to showcase their talents at the recent Kirkbymoorside Band Solo & Ensemble Competition.
BBE offers financial resilience guides to member bands
October 23, 2024
Brass Bands England is offering how-to help to ensure your financial banding house is fit for purpose. .
Extra Elgar experts added to Summer course
October 23, 2024
There will be some new faces joining the tutors ranks at the 2025 Elgar International Brass Band Summer School.
Uppermill enjoys long awaiting podium Raid in Rochdale
October 23, 2024
Uppermill Band has made a welcome return to the top step of the contest podium with the aim to build further on the success.
Welsh bands look towards Tonyrefail
October 23, 2024
There is still time for bands to enter the SEWBBA Contest in Tonyrefail.
Primary purpose boosts brass opportunities
October 22, 2024
A great new initiative called 'The Brass Brigade' has got off to a fantastic start in teh first of six primary schools in Harrogate and Wetherby.
Report & Results: 2024 Austrian National Championship
October 22, 2024
Brass Band Oberosterreich retains its grip on its National title in Linz to book its place back as the home representative at the 2026 Europeans.
Countdown on for Dutch Nationals
October 21, 2024
The 43rd Dutch National Championships take place this weekend in Utrecht.
Taylor celebration for half century of excellence
October 20, 2024
The banding movement has paid tribute to Brian Taylor of the KNDS Fairey Band at a special concert at the RNCM in Manchester
Brass Band England Awards made in London
October 20, 2024
From the Young Bandsperson to Lifetime Achievement accolades were presented to a host of outstanding winners at the Brass Band Conference.
PLC connection with Five Lakes Silver
October 20, 2024
Paul Lovatt-Cooper has become the Composer in Residence with Five Lakes Silver Band in the USA
National qualification focus on Smith & Grezzy's 'Big Chat Brass'
October 20, 2024
The latest podcast from Smith & Grezzy looks at the decision to reduce the number of Royal Albert Hall finalists — and whether there may be a better option or two...
Volunteer opportunities at Youth Championships
October 20, 2024
Brass Bands England announce volunteer opportunities at the 2025 Youth Championships of Great Britain
Flowers stars boost communal excellence at Enderby
October 20, 2024
Players from the new National Champion have helped players from all parts of the Enderby musical family
Queensbury to return to Yorkshire Area
October 20, 2024
After 37 away the name of Queensbury Music Centre will once again appear on the Yorkshire Area Championships programme.
Full day of musical entertainment on offer at Wychavon
October 20, 2024
There will be a full day of competitive entertainment on show at the De Montfort School in Evesham next month.
