News / 2017
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Dinnington adds talent and experience to the ranks
September 06, 2017
The Dinnington Band has had in infusion of talent and experience to their ranks from top to bottom.
Bands set for big money Doctor Martin contest
September 06, 2017
Eight bands will compete for £8,000 worth of prize money at the Doctor Martin Wainstones Cup competition this weekend.
Last chance to get Foden's entry in
September 06, 2017
If you want to compete at the Foden's Solo Competition then you need to get your entry in as soon as possible.
BAFTA nomination for 2016 Band Cymru Final
September 06, 2017
The innovative production of the 2016 Band Cymru Final has been nominated for a British Academy Cymru Award
Death of Derek Bourgeois
September 06, 2017
The death has been announced of the composer Derek Bourgeois.
Batty to notch up Open half century
September 06, 2017
BBb tuba player Roy Batty will be marking 50 years since he first took to the British Open stage at Symphony Hall this weekend.
Full house at Wychavon
September 06, 2017
A fantastic response from competing bands means that entries are closed for the Wychavon Festival of Brass.
Unite look for Fourth Section help
September 06, 2017
If there is a Fourth Section Championship qualifier out there looking to showcase their Cheltenham preparation, then Unite the Union Band can help...
Targets sought for Arrow Valley
September 06, 2017
Any former players, supporters and friends of Arrow Valley Brass are being sought from all over the country to help celebrate their 40th anniversary later this year.
Closing date looms for Leicestershire BBA Open
September 06, 2017
If you want to take part in the popular Leicestershire BBA Open Contest then you need to get your entries in fast.
Aldbourne keep dry with their musical focus
September 06, 2017
Aldbourne Band's final 'Pond Concert' proved to be a splendidly dry and wry occasion.
2018 Yorkshire judges revealed
September 05, 2017
The panel of adjudicators who will judge at the 2018 Yorkshire Regional Championships have been announced.
Reg Vardy to show off their Doctor's papers
September 05, 2017
The Reg Vardy Band will be providing a sneak preview of their Doctor Martin Contest programme later this week.
Welsh League 2nd leg attracts increased interest
September 05, 2017
The second leg of the three contest Welsh League series will see a fine turn out of competitors in Burry Port in October.
Cheltenham runners and riders announced
September 05, 2017
The full line-up of bands that will perform at the National Finals in Cheltenham have been announced.
Brass band players get it in the neck with new vampire book...
September 04, 2017
Make sure you get your MD to conduct with a stake in rehearsal from now on, as a new horror book by Angela Blythe sees a brass band pursued by a music loving vampire...
Cory set for live broadcast
September 04, 2017
If you want to enjoy a live taster of the defending British Open champion in action ahead of Symphony Hall, then all you have to do is sit back and log on...
Boobs & Brass to come to an end
September 03, 2017
The remarkable brass band organisation has announced that its final fund raising chord will be heard in 2018.
Radio: All Brass Radio
September 03, 2017
The August voting sees a number of great tracks on the All Brass Radio list.
British Open registration reminder for competing bands
September 03, 2017
Bands preparing for Symphony Hall must make sure their registration details are all in order.
Elland Youth to head to Albert Hall
September 03, 2017
European Champion to crown memorable year with Music for Youth Prom appearance at Royal Albert Hall.
Tredegar crack the history code
September 03, 2017
A handy bit of 21st century technology will help visitors to Welsh band enjoy 170 years of history.
Great support for Enderby training initiative
September 03, 2017
There has been a great response to the Enderby Youth & Junior Band Training Day supported by Yamaha Musical Instruments — and there is time sign up to join Garry Cutt and friends.
Formby enjoys French connection
September 03, 2017
The Formby Band has just returned from a wonderful musical trip to France.
