News / 2015
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Morrison and EYMS to end partnership
October 22, 2015
The successful five year musical partnership between Alan Morrison and EYMS Band will come to an end at the end of the year.
Record entry set for Swiss National
October 21, 2015
A record entry of 62 bands will compete at the Swiss National Championship in Montreux next month.
More practice could lead to bigger brains in brass players...
October 21, 2015
If a Finnish study proves to be correct, brass band players could well have heads the size of the Mekon from Dan Dare in a few years time...
IBBSS set for extra in 2016
October 21, 2015
The International Brass Band Summer School will offer even more brilliant opportunities for delegates in 2016.
Siddis entertainment line-ups announced
October 21, 2015
The line-up of bands taking part in this year's Siddis Entertainment Championship in Stavanger have been announced.
West of England judges announced
October 21, 2015
The adjudication team that will decide which bands go to London and Cheltenham have been announced.
Latest Higgins work set for LPO premiere
October 20, 2015
The latest major work from composer Gavin Higgins will be premiered by the London Philharmonic Orchestra this week.
Praise the Lourdes
October 20, 2015
A resurgent Lourdes Brass has made it a 2015 'Double' after their second major title win of the year under MD Michael Hannan.
Farr leads Lydney workshop
October 20, 2015
Tenor horn star Owen Farr leads a great brass and percussion workshop day with Lydney Training Band.
Loyalty brings fine turn out of bands at Torquay
October 20, 2015
24 bands will battle for the prizes at the forthcoming South West Brass Band Association Championship in Torquay next month.
Radio: Listen to the Band
October 20, 2015
More music from Frank at the BBC — this time from Cory, Wingates, Grimethorpe and Eikanger.
World Rankings: October Update 2
October 20, 2015
London victory secures top spot for Cory for the ninth consective year.
Wales plans for future National success
October 20, 2015
Welsh banding looked towards a very bright future on the weekend as 35 players met in Cardiff under the baton of Philip Harper to make their musical mark.
Rochdale contest ready for flying start
October 20, 2015
The clocks go back and the local Flying Horse pub will be open as a rejuvenated Rochdale Contest offers something for everyone this weekend.
New market leading mallets with the professional touch from Centre Stage Percussion
October 19, 2015
Centre Stage Percussion has launched a fantastic new range of timpani mallets — brilliantly priced to give you the ultimate professional touch.
Report & Results: 2015 North of Ireland Bands' Association Championship
October 19, 2015
1st Old Boys book their place at the European Championship in Ostende 2017 as they reclaim the NIBA title in Armagh.
BBE networking leads to big banding benefits
October 17, 2015
Brass Bands England has been busy networking with bands — and getting their ideas, tips and expertise right to the people that matter...
McKnight set for Stockport debut
October 17, 2015
Iain McKnight and Stockport Schools Band is getting ready for its first contest appearance together.
Windcorp to celebrate 10th birthday with old and new friends
October 17, 2015
Multiple Swedish National champion to celebrate 10th anniversary with the help of some old and new friends...
Details announced of final JSVB concert
October 17, 2015
Details have been announced for the final James Shepherd Versatile Brass concert performance.
Bergen enjoys trip to UK shores
October 17, 2015
Bergen Brass Band has just enjoyed a great trip to the UK — making news friends and wining over audiences with their musical approach.
Report & Results: 2015 Truro contest
October 17, 2015
There was a great day of contesting to enjoy at the 60th anniversary Cornwall BBA Championship in Truro led by St Keverne
Rothwell enjoy day at the races
October 17, 2015
Grand Shield champion enjoys a great day out at Ascot racecourse...
McCann leaves Carlton Main Frickley
October 17, 2015
Philip McCann has stepped down from his role as Musical Director with Yorkshire champion Carlton Main Frickley Colliery.
Edwards takes product lead at Centre Stage Percussion
October 17, 2015
Black Dyke percussionist Neil Edwards has been appointed the new product manager at Centre Stage Percussion.
