News / 2017
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A little bit of Water Music to kick start Bolsover Summer School week
July 24, 2017
A relaxing trip down the beautiful Chesterfield Canal has given delegates on the Bolsover Summer School a lovely way to start a great week of tuition and music making.
Wormald heads stateside
July 23, 2017
Chris Wormald has flown to the USA to take up the baton with a Symphonic Wind Band in North Carolina.
Sovereign heritage at John Packer
July 23, 2017
If you are in the market for a classic bit of Sovereign heritage then take a bow at John Packer.
Woodfalls say farewell to Sam
July 23, 2017
Woodfalls Band has said a fond farewell to one of their most dedicated bandsmen.
High Peak of performance in aid of Adoo
July 23, 2017
The latest CD in aid of the Clarence Adoo Trust has been completed.
Foden's heritage appeal seeks missing links
July 23, 2017
Foden's appeal for help to fill the missing links in their history following extensive restoration work. .
To Takapuna and beyond...
July 23, 2017
North Shore Brass from Auckland will be hosting a series of masterclasses and expert tuition from Byron 'Buzz' Newton and David Chaulk.
Leyland players enjoy the music and fun in Fermanagh
July 23, 2017
A team of tutors from Leyland Band have been enjoying themselves in Fermanagh this weekend.
Band Supplies new Yamaha spectacular
July 23, 2017
If you are quick you can bag yourself a brilliant Yamaha deal at Band Supplies — but time is running out...
Cathedral celebrations for Grimethorpe centenary
July 23, 2017
The centenary of the most successful band in the history of Brass in Concert Championship will be celebrated with a special concert at Durham Cathedral next year.
Welsh bands set to battle again for £10,000 televised prize
July 19, 2017
The cross-genre Band Cymru band and ensemble competitions will take place for a third time in 2018 — with a hefty prize to be won alongside plenty of television exposure .
From Rapa to Royalty as the Guards display their musical colours
July 18, 2017
100 years of Guards music making has been celebrated in all sorts of ways of late — all with a touch of Pride too...
Hail to the Chief: Davoren set for American leadership
July 18, 2017
Tom Davoren will fly to the USA next month to lead the annual Gramercy Brass Orchestra of New York course.
Wormald takes final bow at Smithills
July 18, 2017
Three decades of inspirational music making comes to an end at Smithills Schools as Chris Wormald puts down the baton.
New principal lead at Milnrow
July 18, 2017
David Gilson becomes the new principal cornet at Open and National contenders Milnrow
Fraser legacy to be continued with Scottish youth
July 18, 2017
A great act of generosity will see the music and the memory of the popular composer and conductor Bruce Fraser live on at the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.
A load of balls...
July 18, 2017
Four fashion conscious golfers will once again tee off to try and sink putts and pounds for two great causes close to their hearts...
Swiss tour for Blackburn & Darwen
July 18, 2017
There is a great Swiss summer break to enjoy for the players and supporters of the top flight north-west band.
Timeless images of refugees inspire Belgian duo
July 16, 2017
Images of refugees seeking a new life in America has inspired the latest musical collaboration between cornet soloist Harmen Vanhoorne and composer Stan Nieuwenhuis.
Triple bonus attractions for Scottish Youth
July 16, 2017
You can hear plenty of fantastic music making in Scotland over the next few weeks — from the trio of National Youth Bands to Tubular Brass
CAMUS to showcase musical attractions at Summer Academy
July 15, 2017
The Corps of Army Music will be looking to persuade potential recruits to belong to a musical career in the British Army.
Pennine lead hunt for Respighi work
July 15, 2017
A great new arrangement of Respighi's 'Huntingtower' has been made for brass band.
New personnel and moves at Black Dyke
July 15, 2017
Two new players and movement of personnel at the Queensbury band as they look towards the second half of the contest season and beyond.
Foden's hit the Blues...
July 15, 2017
The latest musical video presentation from the Foden's dup of John Barber and Andy Scott look at overcoming the Blues...
McLeod retains his Patron's Choice
July 15, 2017
James McLeod has once again been voted Leyland Band Patrons' 'Player of the Year'.
