News / 2016
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Harrison's Dream comes true
October 15, 2016
The remarkable work of the inspirational Samantha Harrison was recognised by the award of the Mortimer Medal at the recent National Finals in London.
Herbert lecture to explore historical genesis of valleys banding success
October 15, 2016
Professor Trevor Hebert is to give the 2016 Gwent Archives Annual Christmas Lecture exploring the earliest days of Victorian brass banding in the south Wales valleys.
Lane explores intoxicating dance spirit with latest premiere
October 15, 2016
Brass band, Bhangra and classical music instrumentation has been brought together by composer Liz Lane to help celebrate the 70th anniversary of Arts Council England.
Neish to help Riverside's latest generation
October 15, 2016
Tuba star Les Neish will be inspiring the next generation of playing talent at Riverside Youth Band in Scotland.
Beckley takes over lead at Drighlington
October 15, 2016
The experienced Duncan Beckley has been appointed the new MD at Drighlington Band.
Brass in Concert spotlights youth and education attractions
October 14, 2016
There is a fantastic list of interactive as well a star attractions on offer at the Brass in Concert Championship weekend this year — so don't miss out!
Hunt on for missing British Open trophy
October 14, 2016
A plea has gone out to try and locate the whereabouts of the Stanley Wainwright Memorial Trophy — and present it to its current winner.
Imps capture Gray for Yorkshire Area
October 14, 2016
Yorkshire Imperial Urqhuart Travel will be conducted by Russell Gray at the Area Championship next year.
Radio: Listen to the Band
October 14, 2016
More great music and chat to look forward to with Frank Renton at the BBC
Childs humbled by Aberfan Cantata
October 13, 2016
David Childs has spoken of the difficulty describing the feeling of pride and emotion in taking part of the premiere of 'Cantata Memoria' by Sir Karl Jenkins.
Dark Arteries gains Norwegian acclaim
October 13, 2016
Manger Musikklag give Norwegian premiere of brass band score to 'Dark Arteries' by Gavin Higgins.
Albert Hall boost for Brass for Africa
October 13, 2016
The Brass for Africa charity gained a wonderful response from the brass band community at the National Finals in London last weekend.
Purkiss joins Ratby team
October 13, 2016
David Purkiss has been appointed as the new Associate Musical Director at Ratby Co-operative Band.
BBC Radio 2 announces search for next Young Brass Musician
October 13, 2016
The annual competition to find the BBC Radio 2 Young Brass Musician is now underway — and it could well be you...
Marsden and Hinckley part ways
October 13, 2016
The musical partnership between John Hinckley and Marsden Silver Prize Band has come to an end.
Miles and upon Miles of talent at Blaenavon
October 13, 2016
An infusion of home grown talent boosts Blaenavon's ranks ahead of Welsh League challenge.
Bands ready for Stanley challenge
October 13, 2016
10 bands will compete at the popular Stanley Entertainment Contest — so why not go along and enjoy the action.
Childs Play broadcast this Saturday
October 12, 2016
The live internet broadcast of the Childs Play project featuring Black Dyke Band is set to take place this Saturday evening.
Cory's Journey to the winning Wolf
October 12, 2016
BBC Radio 2 has made Cory's winning performance from Saturday's National Championships available to listen to.
Band Supplies Scottish Challenge line-up announced
October 12, 2016
25 competitors will will line-up for the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge contest in Kilmarnock in November.
Trumpet Guy wins top musician award
October 12, 2016
John McGough has won the prestigious 'Top Musician of the Year' by the Variety Artist Club of New Zealand.
Coleshill leaders gain recognition
October 12, 2016
The wonderful work of Steve and Sally Fagg has been recognised by their local Town Council.
Dublin Silver ready for intensive tour
October 12, 2016
US Open champion Dublin Silver has a busy time ahead as they look forward to their appearance at the Brass in Concert Championship in November.
Think ahead and book early with rooms4groups
October 12, 2016
The new banding season is already looming on the horizon — so why not get your hotel bookings sorted straight away.
Don't hush — its a silent giveaway from John Packer
October 12, 2016
John Packer are not being quiet about their latest great deal. Buy an instrument and get to play in perfect silence for free...
