News / 2006
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Nap hand of new faces at Sherborne
October 03, 2006
The Sherborne Town Band welcome five new faces to their ranks.
Fantastic day at Galashiels
October 03, 2006
Andrew Duncan recently led over 80 young musicians in a great day of music making north of the border.
New York, New York for Telford
October 03, 2006
Its auction time for Abraham Darby Specialist School as they fund raise for their historic New York trip.
Nambour Festival 2006
October 03, 2006
The entries have closed for this years Nambour Festival of Brass to be held on the weekend of 28-29 October, at the Hungerford School Hall in Nambour — one hours drive north of Brisbane.
Jack's 90th Concert
October 02, 2006
What better excuse do you need to put on a concert than to celebrate one’s birthday. It takes on even more significance when the milestone is a 90th birthday and the recipient is a contributing and active member of your band.
NWCBBA honour long service and contest success.
October 02, 2006
Derek Atkinson among the recipients of awards issued at Fleetwood.
Results: Fleetwood Contest
October 02, 2006
Full Results from Fleetwood where Freckleton came out on top. There were also prizes for Rainford, Pemberton, Tarleton and St Helens Youth.
March composition winners
October 01, 2006
Darrol Barry and David Keeffe are the winners of the Melbourne International Festival of Brass McComish March composition Awards.
Frecklton lead the results at Fleetwood
October 01, 2006
Paul Dalton and Freckleton Band took the top prize at Fleetwood along with Rainford, Pemberton Old JJB B, Tarelton & District and St. Helens Youth. We have a short report and results.
Advert: London Musical Instruments
September 29, 2006
A new company has been launched and has already made a huge impact on the brass instrument market place.
New Besson ready for RAH launch
September 29, 2006
After their return to the Lower Section Nationals, Besson are set to return with their new instruments at the Royal Albert Hall.
Hirst leaves Grimethorpe
September 29, 2006
It has been reported that David Hirst has resigned from his position at Grimethorpe Colliery (UK Coal) Band.
Wrexham add to the ranks
September 29, 2006
Wrexham Brass has been adding a new face to the ranks with the signing of percussionist Rhian Davies.
PolySteel set for radio documentary
September 29, 2006
The reigning Butlins Mineworkers and Wychavon Champions are getting ready for a radio documentary this Sunday. Tune in and find out more...
900 not out for St. Mary's
September 29, 2006
The 900th free concert at St. Mary's church takes place tomorrow introduced by Frank Bough (remember him?) with plenty of great music.
Keller adjudicator appointed
September 29, 2006
The adjudicator for the 2007 Ern Keller International Soloist of the Year has been decided.
Tuckwell Prize goes to....
September 30, 2006
Joshua Davis is the 2006 winner of the Barry Tuckwell Prize for Brass at this years Melbourne International Festival of Brass.
Double success for Powell girls
September 29, 2006
Joanna and Jessica Powell have plenty to celebrate after creating a bit of history winning a national title each — with different bands.
Duguid takes over at Regent
September 29, 2006
The Scotsman Alan Duguid has been appointed the new MD at Regent Brass.
Fodens to make early impression on Judges
September 29, 2006
The English National Champions, Fodens Richardson are set to make an early impression on Judges in London.
Stavanger premiere new work
September 29, 2006
One of the highlights of Stavanger's recent 25th anniversary concert was the world premiere of a new work for brass and piano.
Sweden looks forward to National Contest
September 29, 2006
The Swedish Brass Band Festival is looking forward to its forthcoming championships with a bit of help from composer Peter Graham.
Two needed for Kippax
September 29, 2006
The forthcoming Kippax Contest needs two bands to complete its lineup. There is plenty of prize money on offer too, so why not give it a go.
Betteshanger help gains media coverge
September 29, 2006
The Betteshanger Band's help to Brass Band Heist from Belgium has received lots of local and European media coverage.
Arklow welcomes the stars
September 29, 2006
David Thornton leads a trio of star players to Ireland to give the Arklow Band a real boost.
