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Gavin Higgins

Leading composers shortlisted for British Composer Awards

October 26, 2012
Simon Dobson, Kenneth Hesketh, Andy Scott, Gavin Higgins and Emily Howard are short listed for British Composer Awards.


Birchfield Music

Advert: Birchfield Music

October 26, 2012
Birchfield Music will be at the forthcoming Foden's Solo, Duet & Quartet Contest — so make sure you seek us out!


Russell Gray

Gray takes Presidential lead

October 26, 2012
Russell Gray to take a proactive lead in his new role as President of the National Association of Brass Band Conductors.


Regent Brass

Diversity celebration for Regent Brass

October 26, 2012
A major new work celebrating one of London's most diverse areas is set to be commissioned by Regent Brass.


Lucy Pankhurst

Pankhurst to write Wingates Concerto Grosso

October 26, 2012
British Composer Award winner Lucy Pankhurst is to write a 'Concerto Grosso' for three former Wingates euphonium stars.


Greater Gwent

Greater Gwent looking for entries

October 26, 2012
The popular Greater Gwent Youth Festival is looking to pack the sections out — so get in touch.


John Maines

Radio: World of Brass

October 26, 2012
More great music from John Maines


Frank Renton

Radio: Listen to the Band

October 26, 2012
Early Christmas entertainment from Frank at the BBC


Yorkshire Area

Yorkshire judges announced

October 25, 2012
The men in the box at St George's Hall in March 2013 have been revealed by the Yorkshire Regional Committee.


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Wallace set for keynote in Stirling

October 25, 2012
The great trumpet player John Wallace is to give the keynote speech at this year's Scottish Brass Band Association Annual Conference.


Fodens in action

Foden's overwhlemed by congratulations

October 25, 2012
The historic Double has brought congratulations from all over the banding world for Foden's — and a huge boost in profile.


Young player

Report & Results: 2012 DCBBA Solo, Duet & Quartet

October 25, 2012
A fine turn out of playing talent in the North East with prizes galore for the competitors.


Katrina Marzella

Marzella magic boost for youngest Lions

October 25, 2012
Baritone star Katrina Marzella is to work with the youngsters of the Lions Youth Beginner's Band.


Jonathan Bates

Bates to link with Peebles

October 25, 2012
Black Dyke horn star Jonathan Bates is to link up with the Peebles Development Band.


Hamonds Saltaire

Hammonds leeds with building apprenticeship

October 25, 2012
Hammonds Saltaire link with Leeds Building Society for musical apprenticeship scheme.


Nigel Seaman in action

Seaman’s mission at Burry Port

October 25, 2012
The vastly experienced Nigel Seaman will lead Burry Port's mission to claim Welsh League title and future success.


The new percussion van

White van Band

October 25, 2012
Smithills to go the extra mile with new van sponsor


Soundhouse Brass

Shead to build at Soundhouse

October 25, 2012
Davis Shead has been appointed as the new MD at Soundhouse Brass in Plymouth.


Cowes Concert Band

New Cowes recruits

October 25, 2012
The Cowes Concert Band has welcomed a brace of new recruits.


Foden's Celebrate on stage at the Royal Albet Hall

How Foden's did the 'Double'

October 24, 2012
BBC Radio 2 has made Foden's historic winning performance from Saturday's National Championships available to listen to.


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4BR National Finals Quiz

October 23, 2012
Five lucky winners will get their hands on Steven Mead’s ‘Diamonds’ CD after answering our tricky National Finals quiz question.


Don't chicken out

No kidding: Facts, figures and Foden's at the Nationals

October 23, 2012
Foden's victory at the Royal Albert Hall threw up a few interesting facts and figures...


Bugler

Rifles at the ready for McElligott

October 23, 2012
Over 300 musicians perform a new work at the Albert Hall by Sandhurst MD, Ian McElligott.


Brass player enjoy themslevs

Selkirk ready for cross borders battle

October 23, 2012
The 12th annual Borders Entertainment Contest has attracted a record entry of 22 bands from across land and sea.


Grimethorpe Colliery Band

Grimey bolt the door

October 23, 2012
The full up signs are out for the forthcoming Grimethorpe led Brass & Percussion workshop day.




BBW

Bliss and White claim BBW CD of the Year accolades

December 24 • CD releases by Black Dyke Band and Sheona White have claimed the Brass Band World magazine CD of the Year awards.


EBBA

EBBA thanks banding community

December 24 • The European Brass Band Association has thanked the banding community for its contribution and commitment to peaceful and joyful musical rivalry in 2024.


Golden Bough

A Golden Bough taste of Christmas

December 24 • The Ensemble of the Golden Bough provide just the right performance to put you in the mood for a reflective Christmas...


Hamonds

Hammonds ready for Christmas broadcast

December 24 • The Hammonds Band had a bit of a successful run out for their Christmas Day broadcast on BBC 1 with a great event at Halifax Minster.


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Enderby Band - Broughton Astley Rock Choir

Friday 13 December • Thomas Estley Community College. 2 Station Road. Broughton Astley. Leicestershire LE9 6PT


Bedford Town Band - Bedford Town Band Brass Academy

Saturday 14 December • Putnoe Heights Church MK418EB


Newstead Brass - Christmas Showcase 2024

Saturday 14 December • St Wilfrid's Church, Church Street, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 8LA


Wakefield Metropolitan Brass Band

December 24 • Solo Baritone Eb Bass and Percussion required to complete the line up building towards the NEMBBA and area contests. Under the Direction of Duncan Beckley, the band is keen to fill the few remaining seats.


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

December 19 • Current joint 1st place in the L&SC 4th section grading tables and 2024 4th section National Finalists. We have recently appointed a new MD and are now looking to fill a few empty seats! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Dobcross Silver Band

December 14 • Looking for a new challenge in the New Year? . Dobcross Silver Band is a progressive and Successful 3rd section band on the lookout for a competent SOLO BARITONE PLAYER. If you are a team player you fit perfectly! Really enjoyable rehearsals here!


Derek Renshaw

ABBA Member
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator.


               

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