News / 2017
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Glasgow to host brass stars
February 02, 2017
Mnozil Brass, Christian Lindberg and a host of other trombone stars will be making plenty of music in Glasgow in July.
Raf Van Looveren becomes new principal at Noordlimburgse
February 02, 2017
Brass Band Noordlimburgse adds star addition to their cornet ranks with the signing of Raf Van Looveren.
Majestic deals to be bagged at Ev-entz
February 02, 2017
If you are on the look out for some fantastic Majestic Percussion then make sure you get in touch with Ev-entz straight away.
Waespi to lead new Masters Course in Berne
February 02, 2017
The acclaimed Swiss composer Oliver Waespi will lead a brand new Masters programme in Composition for Symphonic Wind Orchestra and Brass Band at Berne University of the Arts.
New tuba at Derwent
February 02, 2017
Derwent Brass welcomes a new tuba player to the ranks ahead of Midlands Area challenge.
New name for former French leaders
February 02, 2017
The former French National Champion Brass Band Nord-Pas de Calais will now be known as Hauts-de-France Brass Band to reflect the the political changes in their region.
Childs to lead Foden's Area defence
February 01, 2017
Black Dyke Director of Music Prof Nicholas Childs will once again lead Foden's at the North West Regional Championships.
Death of David Pearce
February 01, 2017
The death has been reported of popular bandsman David Pearce.
Cory gain Freedom after 43 years...
February 01, 2017
Just a few days after performing Hubert Bath's classic work at the RNCM in Manchester, Cory has gained Freedom of another kind.
Roberts brings a taste of Rothwell to Norway
February 01, 2017
Dave Roberts will lead Orskog Brass in the Second Division of the Norwegian National Championships on the weekend with a little home grown talent helping out.
Holmfirth Contest offers extra goodies to attract more bands
February 01, 2017
The popular Holmfirth Contest comes with hefty prize packages in a bid to attract more competitors.
Downie sentencing deferred
February 01, 2017
The sentencing of Lee Downie for the offences of voyeurism and possessing or distributing indecent images of children has been deferred for six months.
Bletchington Silver hands out the awards
February 01, 2017
Dedication, commitment and great playing has been rewarded at the annual Bletchington Silver Band Awards evening.
Report & Results: 2017 Brass at the Guild
January 29, 2017
Celebrations are muted for Hatfield, Marsden, Pemberton Old Wigan DW 'B', Eccleston, Thornton Cleveleys and Youth Brass 2000 as competitor is seriously injured on way the contest in Preston.
Derwent go for Gold to support Brass for Africa
January 27, 2017
Derwent Brass has become the first English band to support the Brass for Africa charity with a Gold partnership.
Mitchell addition brings perc experience to St Dennis
January 27, 2017
The addition of the highly experienced John Mitchell boosts the percussion ranks of St Dennis ahead of Area challenge.
Notts students pray to the Gods for Harrogate help
January 27, 2017
The University of Nottingham is placing its musical faith in the Gods for this year's UniBrass contest in Harrogate.
Latest Gregson CD launched at RNCM Brass Band Festival
January 27, 2017
The latest CD of the music of Edward Gregson performed by Black Dyke will be launched at the RNCM Brass Band Festival in Manchester today.
Band Supplies provide Jupiter launch pad
January 26, 2017
Band Supplies will be at the RNCM Brass Band Festival on the weekend with a world class line-up of their own — led by Jupiter premium student and performance level instruments as well as the professional range of XO Brass
Pennine head to Preston
January 26, 2017
Pennine Music will be heading to Preston this Sunday to showcase the superb range of products for the early season contest goers.
Guild Hall contenders ready for early season action
January 26, 2017
Plenty of bands will be testing their their early season form in Preston on Sunday as the popular Brass at the Guild takes place.
Strata Brass add to Pageantry team
January 26, 2017
Strata Brass has made several new signings as they look forward to their Yorkshire Pageantry test.
Report & Results: 2017 NCBBA Solo & Ensemble
January 26, 2017
Scottish talent shows its quality in the battles for qualification places for Besson Scottish Solo & Ensemble Final
Kippax back to full strength for Yorkshire challenge
January 26, 2017
The Kippax Band will take to the stage with a full team at the Yorkshire Area Championships in March.
Students reveal invigilator teams
January 26, 2017
Philip Harper, Annie Crookston, Mark Wilkinson and Katrina Marzella are the judges to be impressed at this year's UniBrass Championships.
