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Culross

New principal at YBS

December 30, 2006
The signings continue at the former European Champions as the highly regarded Iain Culross takes over the Principal Cornet seat.


Grimethorpe

Grimethorpe gain new sponsorship deal

December 30, 2006
Three fantastic pieces of news for the National Champions as they gain a new sponsorship deal, solo horn and pick up the 4BR Band of the Year title too.


Butlins

Record entry for Butlins

December 30, 2006
There are a record number of bands geting their lips in shape for the first major contest festival of the year, as Butlins announce the line up of competitors for Skegness.


Sellers International

Sellers Youth Band's Christmas Crackers

December 30, 2006
Just as their senior band have been busy over Christmas, so too have Sellers youngsters.


Test piece workshop set for South West

December 30, 2006
The South West Area of the National Association of Brass Band Conductors will be holding a workshop on the 3rd and 4th section area test pieces early next year.


Sellers International

Sellers close up after hectic Christmas schedule

December 30, 2006
Sellers International Band has finally shut the bandroom doors for the year after a hectic Christmas finale.


Ransome band

New and late arrivals at Ransome

December 30, 2006
The Ransome Band welcome back two players and the arrival of a new one (in perhaps 16 years time).


Old Hall latest to be 'Brassed Off'

December 30, 2006
Old Hall Brass are the latest band to take to the stage with the never ending story of Brassd Off.


Calling all former Stanshawe players

December 30, 2006
The trustees of the former British Open winners are holding a reunion next year.


Euro Brass

2007 Euro Brass Contest

December 30, 2006
Organisers reveal details of 2007 contest. If you are interested then find out more here.


Death of Alan Norton

December 30, 2006
The death of the former Yorkshire Bus Company and Yorkshire Traction Honley Band has been announced.


YBS

New sop at YBS

December 30, 2006
Claire Taylor is the new soprano at the YBS Band as they continue to rebuild in the post King era.


Shannan Lawrence

Enough is enough

December 30, 2006
With the road death tolls mounting, we are reminded of the tragic accident this time 12 months ago which claimed the lives of two members of the Lawrence family from Brisbane Brass.


NABBA announces new recording contest

December 29, 2006
The North American Brass Band Association announces the NABBA Recording of the Year contest for CDs released from December 16th, 2006 – December 15th, 2007.


Tanunda 150 Years

Monumental Celebrations

December 29, 2006
The combined 2007 South Australian State Competitions and 150th Anniversary celebrations of the Tanunda Town Band scheduled for the weekend of 5-7 October 2007 will return to the traditional venue of the Tanunda Show Hall.


EBBA

New sponsorship for Europeans

December 27, 2006
The European Championships are set for a financial boost as well as the return of an iconic trophy.


Brass in Concert

British Bandsman Award for Brass in Concert

December 27, 2006
The revitalised Brass in Concert contest gains prestigious award.


Advert: TP Music

December 27, 2006
Fancy naming a new piece of music and getting it free of charge as well?


YBS

Gresswell set to return

December 27, 2006
Star tuba player set to return to his former banding alma mater.


Hitchin

Hitchin up the funds

December 27, 2006
The Hitchin Band recently did their bit for a fantastic cause by helping to raise £5000 for Macmillan Cancer Support


Summer School heads for a posh venue

December 27, 2006
The longest running brass band summer school is set for a new home to celebrate its 25th anniverary — Uppingham — a real top school for toffs!


Eikanger

Eikanger celebrate Xmas in music

December 27, 2006
The Eikanger Band has had a busy time celebrating Christmas in a most musical fashion.


Band of the Year 2006

4BRDU Band of the Year

December 25, 2006
Who are the players (and conductor) we have chosen as the 4BRDU Band of the Year for 2006? There are some great performers chosen but do you agree with our choices?


Russell Gray

Russell Gray sends festive good wishes

December 22, 2006
Russell Gray, currently down under, sends his festive good wishes as he settles into a quiet Christmas


BRASS BAND AID

Final 24 hours for Grimethorpe auction

December 22, 2006
If you've not put your bid in yet on ebay for that chance to play with Grimethorpe, you've got just over 24 hours to do it as bidding stops at 9pm on Saturday. £340 is the highest bid at the moment.




British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


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


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


Brunel Brass Organisation

June 23 • Brunel Brass (1st Section West of England) are a friendly, ambitious band currently seeking a Solo Horn and an Eb Bass player to complete our lineup.. .


Jonathan Corry

Ph.D, M.Mus, B.Mus (hons)
Conductor, adjudicator, teacher.


               

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