News / 2015
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Brighouse aim to open major doors with key signings
November 02, 2015
There are a number of high profile signings at Brighouse & Rastrick as the West Riding band targets major titles in 2016.
Report & Results: 2015 YHBBA Contest
November 02, 2015
Plenty of reasons to raise a glass or two of wine in celebration as Elland Silver and North Skelton lead the way as the sun shines on the return of a favourite contest to Holmfirth.
Report & Results: 2015 Foden's Solo, Duet & Ensemble Contest
November 02, 2015
A great day out in Sandbach as entrants from all over Europe impress the judges with their musical talents.
Report & Results: 2015 Wychavon Festival of Brass
November 02, 2015
Redbridge lead the way in Evesham with section awards going to Jackfield (Elcock Reisen), City of Bristol and Cheltenham Silver.
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Berlin appointment for Knight
November 01, 2015
Scottish tuba star Ross Knight will make his debut with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra following a worldwide audition success.
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Fantastic deals on offer at PJS Music
November 01, 2015
There are some fantastic baritone, euphonium and cornet deals on offer at PJS Music.
Extra silverware for Indian Queens
November 01, 2015
One of the great names of Cornish banding has been enjoying further success.
Report & Results: 2015 OMBBA Slow Melody Contest
November 01, 2015
A fine day of slow melody music making on show at Austerlands Cricket Club.
Bolsover to develop further on 2015 boost of positivity
October 31, 2015
The success of the Bolsover Festival of Brass will be built upon after 'amazing success' of 2015 event.
From Spiriti to Xi Jinping for Ebury Brass
October 31, 2015
The musicians of the Ebury Brass ensemble of the Household Division have enjoyed a busy few weeks of late — from Spiriti to State visits...
Unique collaboration to explore 'A Richer Dust'
October 31, 2015
One of the most significant musical commemorations to explore what it means to live with violence and extremism is set to be premiered by the Irish Guards Band in London.
Trombone quartet with a difference for Staffs
October 31, 2015
There was a trombone quartet with a difference at the the recent concert given by the Staffordshire Band.
Lawson and Loxley to help commemorate the fallen
October 31, 2015
Brighouse & Rastrick cornet star to help commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Elland Youth receive Euro invite
October 30, 2015
Elland Silver Youth Band will represent England at the 2016 European Youth Brass Band Championship in Lille.
Dark Arteries nominated for British Dance Award
October 30, 2015
The ground breaking artistic collaboration between brass and ballet has been nominated for a prestigious British Dance Award.
Centre Stage Percussion launch hire service
October 30, 2015
Centre Stage Percussion has launched a bespoke hire service to meet the increasing demands of concert and contest promoters, bands, ensembles and soloists.
St Andrews offers Wallace Centre leadership
October 30, 2015
Trumpet virtuoso John Wallace to take on crucial Honorary Professor of Brass role at University of St Andrews.
National Youth auditions
October 30, 2015
There have been some changes in dates for auditions for the National Childrens and National Youth Bands of Great Britain.
Quartet short-listed for British Composer Awards
October 30, 2015
Andy Scott, Rory Boyle, Robert Saxton and Gavin Higgins are nominated for 2015 British Composer Awards.
Strong gallery of contenders for Scottish Open prize
October 30, 2015
There is a strong line up of bands for both the Scottish Open and Scottish Challenge contests in Perth next month.
Foden's ready for widespread solo influx
October 28, 2015
There are going to be musical accents from different areas and countries on show in Sandbach this weekend.
Dutch/Dynamo double for Tredegar
October 28, 2015
Tredegar set for exciting Dutch/Dynamo double in Utrecht and London...
Chancellor's tax hike set to hit bands
October 28, 2015
Forget the House of Lords stepping in — bands need to ensure they can afford the tax premium hike on their insurance premiums.
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French connection to boost Gallic prospects
October 28, 2015
An innovative partnership between Brass Band Nord-Pas-de-Calais and Brass Band of Douai looks to secure exciting French future..
