News / 2006
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New Sop for Waitakere
January 16, 2006
The Trusts Waitakere Brass are delighted to announce the appointment of Fendall Hill on soprano cornet.
Rankings: Dyke end 2005 on top
January 12, 2006
Black Dyke Band will become the first recipient of the World of Brass Rankings Trophy.
BFBB put heritage protection first
January 12, 2006
The BFBB are concerned about the protection of our heritage but also safegaurding the future of the Youth Championships.
Full House at Guild Hall
January 12, 2006
Brass at the Guild Hall is a full house as all 60 places have been taken by the bands.
Dutch Baker
January 12, 2006
Brett Baker is to give the Dutch premiere of Richard Grantham's 'Star of the East' all on the composer's birthday. Nice that eh?
Wales set to return to EBBA
January 12, 2006
Just like Gavin Henson, Wales could be appearing in Europe sooner than expected as they are set to return to the EBBA fold.
Yorkshire numbers up for Regionals
January 12, 2006
There has been an increase in the entries for the Yorkshire Regional Championships as 61 bands prepare for Bradford in March.
Whit Friday faces financial blow
January 12, 2006
With the local authority looking to balance their books (why not cut down on the Chief Executives expenses), Whit Friday faces a possible huge financial burden this year.
Mead to step into the breach
January 12, 2006
Stephen Mead is set to appear with Grimethorpe Colliery (UK Coal) Band at the RNCM Festival of Brass.
Faireys and Dykes in town
January 12, 2006
The fantastic work of Tim Mutum and his helpers in maintaining a brass band concert series in Ipswich and raising money for charity is set to continue this year when Faireys and Dyke come to town.
Soft Cell at Rushden
January 12, 2006
If you are old enough to remember Marc Almond and his slightly surreal pop group then you will appreciate the sentiment behind Rushden's latest welcomes and goodbyes. Strange...
Ern Keller 2006
January 12, 2006
Arguably the prestige event on the banding calendar in Australia is the Ern Keller "Band of the Year" and "International Soloist of the Year". This year's event promises to be absolutely top notch.
Marzella becomes new Fairey
January 11, 2006
Star baritone player Katrina Marzella has signed up for Fairey for the contest season opener at the Regionals.
New signings for National Champs
January 11, 2006
The National Champions Leyland have announced some new signings for the 2006 season.
Newsome hands over the reins
January 11, 2006
Dr. Roy Newsome has handed over the leadership of ABBA to Derek Broadbent.
OMOV in Blackpool
January 11, 2006
The team of judges that will sit in the box at Blackpool in March has been announced.
Scots line up for West Lothian
January 11, 2006
The top Socttish bands have been drawn out of the hat for the forthcoming West Lothian Festival — and they must all pay tribute to old Amadeus himself.
Corry to lead Strabane
January 11, 2006
Jonathan Corry is set to lead Strabane Concert Brass on his return to the Emerald Isle.
Drop into Chets for a chat
January 11, 2006
The famous Chetham School has its third Brass Students day on Sunday, so why not pop to Chets for a chat and find out more...
Williams duo at Ammanford
January 11, 2006
Ammanford Town Silver Band welcome two new players to the ranks for 2006.
Metal boys on www
January 11, 2006
All the right technology has been used to get Laganvale (Metal Technology) on the world wide web.
Tuba veteran calls it a day
January 11, 2006
Len Smith calls it a day after over 66 years of playing with the St. Albans Band.
New Saints in St. Austell
January 11, 2006
St. Austell Band welcome new faces to the band ahead of the forthcoming contest season.
This week we present EYMS
January 11, 2006
Contrary to some reports, the EYMS Band will be making their trip across the Pennines for their concert at Formby Hall this weekend, not next. Don't turn up late then...
Welsh tuba seeks new home
January 11, 2006
The sale of three tubas mean that over 50 kids will get a chance to play a brass instrument in the Rhondda.
