News / 2016
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Copyright challenge upheld by High Court
June 20, 2016
The Government has been successfully challenged in the High Court over their plans to allow copying of legally acquired music.
Social media overtakes television as main source of news
June 20, 2016
Over 50% of young people now access their news through social media and not through the google box...
West Midlands BBA gain vote of confidence
June 20, 2016
A successful year of events sees the West Midlands Brass Band Association re-elected on mass.
Report & Results: 2016 West of England Bandsmen's Festival
June 20, 2016
St Dennis leads the way in Bugle as they take the Royal Trophy home with them for a 30th time.
Fairey sign Owen Farr for Open Time travel
June 20, 2016
Tenor horn star Owen Farr will appear with Fairey Band at the British Open.
Hirst tenure ends at Unite
June 20, 2016
The musical partnership between David Hirst and Unite the Union Band has come to an end after 3 successful years.
Belgian elite to unravel Sparke to get to Ostend
June 20, 2016
Philip Sparke's latest major work heads the list of test-pieces at the 2016 Belgian National Championships.
Report & Results: 2016 Morley March & Hymn Tune
June 20, 2016
Here comes the sun — and cash — as Hepworth fill their marching and hymn tune boots at Morley.
Report & Results: 2016 Holme Valley Slow Melody & Ensemble
June 20, 2016
There was a great day of music making
Time tickets running out for Symphony Hall
June 18, 2016
You may need to be quick if you want to enjoy your Time at the British Open this September as tickets start to run out...
Get ready for the great British Summer with Your Logo Here
June 18, 2016
Make sure you are prepared for any weather eventuality this Summer from the team at Your Logo Here
Switzerland prepares for Battle in Montreux
June 18, 2016
Music for Battle Creek leads the list of set-works to be used at the 2016 Swiss National Championships in Montreux in November.
Fernie moved by life affirming trip to Africa
June 18, 2016
Composer Alan Fernie has just returned from an amazing musical experience in Uganda as part of the Brass for Africa charity.
Gloria! Gloria!
June 18, 2016
There is sometimes nothing wrong with being perfectly type cast for a stage role...
Time called on Dutch Championships
June 18, 2016
Peter Graham's 'Triumph of Time' heads the list of set-works at the 2016 Dutch National Championships in Utrecht in October.
VBS Poynton determined to recover after flood damage
June 18, 2016
The VBS Poynton Band is looking ahead to Cheltenham despite the recent major flood damage that wrecked their bandroom.
Irish return for Smithills
June 18, 2016
Smithills Schools Band will return to Ireland next month on the latest exciting tour for the talented youngsters.
Symphonic link for Brass Bands England
June 18, 2016
Symphonic Brass of London has made Brass Bands England its first Education Partner.
Exmouth closing date looms
June 18, 2016
The closing date for the popular Exmouth Brass Band Festival is fast approaching — so get your entries in.
Report & Results: 2016 West Lothian Challenge
June 17, 2016
Whitburn make space for another top prize in their trophy cabinet with victory at the West Lothian Challenge.
Conducting Final looks for support
June 16, 2016
The final of the NABBC Conducting Competition will be held in Elland on Sunday — so why not come along and support the competitors.
Brass Band World June Edition is out now!
June 16, 2016
The June Edition of Brass Band World is now out — and its packed with everything you need to know on whatever format you choose...
Cory set for unique Land of My Fathers celebration
June 16, 2016
The second leg of Cory's 'Home Nation' tour will see the band perform a very special 'Father's Day' concert in Swansea this Sunday — and you don't even have to bring one along!
Foden's enjoy triple success
June 16, 2016
The Foden's family of bands recently came together in Warrington to provide a showcase of their work and talent.
At Her Majesty's pleasure
June 16, 2016
A new brass band work has made its way to Buckingham Palace to help Her Majesty celebrate her 90th birthday...
