News / 2016
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Tongwynlais keep Temperance link for Albert Hall
June 27, 2016
Rothwell MD Dave Roberts keeps to his Temperance roots to lead Tongwynlais at Royal Albert Hall.
World Rankings — June update
June 27, 2016
New chapter for rankings as new sponsorship deal reached with Band Supplies.
Black Dyke to return to Harrogate Festival
June 26, 2016
Black Dyke will make a long awaited return to the prestigious Harrogate International Music Festival next month.
Welsh League offers warm welcome in Fishguard
June 26, 2016
The second leg of the 2016 Welsh League series will take place in Fishguard in October — and a warm welcome is assured.
Beckley steps down after 27 years at Newstead
June 26, 2016
Duncan Beckley steps down from his role as MD at Newstead Brass after a memorable span of 27 years...
Scottish Youth heads to Norway
June 26, 2016
The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland is heading to Norway today for a special Summer Course led by Russell Gray and Richard Evans.
Durham University Brass Band students enjoy great Belgian trip
June 25, 2016
Thanks to Rayburn Tours, the students of Durham University Brass Band have just returned from a memorable concert tour trip to Belgium.
Last Boult secured with Lloyd Webber premiere
June 25, 2016
The last brass band concert at the Adrian Boult Hall in Birmingham was marked by a memorable world premiere of a work by William Lloyd Webber.
City of Cardiff celebrate another year of progress
June 25, 2016
The City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) organisation continues to give amazing opportunities to players young and old.
Mr Jums comes to Loxley
June 25, 2016
Composer Chris Hazell has paid a welcome visit to the Loxley Band
Rising sun link for Middleton 140th celebration
June 25, 2016
The Neo Brass Band from Japan will visit the UK to help the Middleton Band with their 140 years of perseverance.
Death of Tylorstown bandsman
June 25, 2016
The tragic death has been announced of Tylorstown bandsman Terry Hill.
Pot hunting bands set for Denby
June 24, 2016
There will be a very special trophy to win at the Denby Pottery Village 'Brass on the Green' contest this weekend.
The Wizard of OZ has landed
June 24, 2016
If you want to catch the great James Morrison in concert this weekend then you still have a chance if you can get to Worthing on Sunday.
Your Logo Here deliver at the Stretford end
June 24, 2016
The Stretford Band has taken delivery of brilliant new polo shirts from the team at Your Logo Here.
Geneva boost for Yorkshire & Humberside March & Hymn tune contest
June 24, 2016
There is a great additional prize on offer for the winning bands at the forthcoming Yorkshire & Humberside Brass Band Association contest — so make sure you book your place.
Young Wardle star heads to Norway
June 24, 2016
Laura Conway from Wardle Academy will experience a year of tuition, performing and Norwegian banding thanks to an incredible opportunity.
10 over par for Irvine & Dreghorn
June 24, 2016
Four golfing bandsmen have been doing their bit for fund raising and sartorial elegance in aid of the 40th anniversary of Irvine & Dreghorn Band.
Business gains Sterling boost in Brighouse
June 24, 2016
Forget Brexit and England at the Euros — there has been at least one Sterling boost this week in Brighouse.
North West elects new leaders
June 24, 2016
The hard working people who will help bands in the North West BBA have been elected.
Radio: Listen to the Band
June 24, 2016
Lots of great music and chat from Frank Renton at the BBC over the next few months...
4BR Thursday quiz
June 23, 2016
With all things Euro on all our minds at the moment — a question to test your Welsh European Brass Band knowledge to win our quiz prize...
Bates confirmed as new Black Dyke solo horn
June 21, 2016
18 year old Siobhan Bates has been confirmed as the new solo horn at Black Dyke.
4BR Tuesday quiz
June 21, 2016
A little afternoon brain teaser to solve with the help of The Archers, a submarine and Eric Ball...
Lloyd Webber world premiere marks last brass band concert at Adrian Boult Hall
June 21, 2016
A world premiere will be performed at the last brass band concert at the Adrian Boult Hall in Birmingham this week featuring Welsh champions Tredegar.
