News / 2018
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World Rankings — December update
December 12, 2018
Lots of movement in the rankings following Brass in Concert and plenty of other contests but it's hats off to Carlton Main who jump eight places to secure a top ten spot to end 2018.
No registration border between Wales and England
December 11, 2018
Clear border roads ahead as the Welsh Brass Band Registry merges with the Brass Band Players Registry from 1st January to guarantee no future ambiguity in relation to cross-border transfers.
Double-sided Christmas telly treat for Oldham Band (Lees)
December 11, 2018
The First Section National Champions to appear on both BBC1 and ITV on Christmas Day...
Foden's link up with Ford for double festive treat
December 11, 2018
National Champions to link up with big-band singer Matt Ford for a double dose of festive music making close to home.
Marzella and Varley hope to build on strong Saxhorn foundations
December 11, 2018
Katrina Marzella and Helen Varley will host a second 'Saxhorn Fest' event in February next year — hoping to build on the success of the first with added features and attractions.
Black to take reins at Hawick
December 11, 2018
Stuart Black returns to take the helm at Hawick Saxhorn Band.
New brass solo contest to be held at Loughborough Schools Foundation
December 11, 2018
A brand new brass solo competition is to be held at the Loughborough Schools Foundation.
No room for the in on the night at Bolton this Christmas...
December 11, 2018
People turning up on the night at Bolton's Victoria Hall for the concert hosted by Eagley Band will be disappointed...
Can you help for a carol or two?
December 11, 2018
The UniBrass Foundation is looking for some carol playing help to boost the funds for the 2019 UniBrass Championships.
Report & Results: 2018 Valaisian Solo & Quartet Championship
December 10, 2018
Swiss showcase 'remarkable standard' of solo and quartet talent — as over 300 participants take part in regional championships in Sion.
Gaspoz and Schwartz leave Grimethorpe with immediate effect
December 09, 2018
Principal cornet and solo euphonium duo Kathleen Gaspoz and Philippe Schwartz have tendered their resignation from Grimethorpe Colliery Band with immediate effect.
2019 Regional adjudication teams confirmed
December 09, 2018
The full list of adjudication teams at the 2019 Area Championships have been confirmed.
Cory revive Aloud link
December 09, 2018
Cory will team up with the vocal group Only Men Aloud for a three date concert series in 2019.
Schwartz to showcase Mealor Concerto in Exhibition setting
December 08, 2018
Philippe Schwartz will give only the second performance of Paul Mealor's acclaimed 'Euphonium Concerto' with orchestral accompaniment this weekend in Wales.
Extreme Makeover present for de Meij
December 08, 2018
There will be a special performance of Johan de Meij's celebrated brass band test-piece, 'Extreme Makeover' this weekend by Dutch Champion, Provinciale Brassband Groningen to mark the composer's 65th birthday.
Midlands youth enjoy pounding the streets...
December 08, 2018
The talented young players of the North East Midlands Youth Brass Band enjoyed their last musical get together of the year — led by Brett Baker.
Brass progress continues in Lithuania
December 07, 2018
Lithuania continues to provide exciting opportunities for brass players from all over the musical world as superb performances are heard at the second International Juozas Pakalnis Competition.
Self help boosts finances for leading UK youth band
December 07, 2018
A joint fund raising initiative by Audley Brass and Lions Youth Brass has boosted both band's finances and strengthened musical links.
Grimethorpe inspire next generation — and the ones after that as well...
December 07, 2018
A recent school concert with a difference saw Grimethorpe Colliery Band help inspire the children in their local community to become the brass band music makers of the future...
Midlands success for second BBE Artistic Development seminar
December 07, 2018
Over 20 conductors and brass band enthusiasts took the opportunity to pick up essential artistic tips from Philip Harper in the Midlands.
Death of Peter Sanderson
December 07, 2018
The death has been announced of the popular Yorkshire bandsman and supporter Peter Sanderson.
New Mead mouthpiece and CD release round off record year
December 06, 2018
A new Ultra mouthpiece and CD release by Misa Mead has been launched to round off a record year for the EuphoniumStore on-line outlet.
Geneva invite for Bates masterclass
December 06, 2018
The second Geneva masterclass with Foden's horn star Jonathan Bates will be held in Stockton on Tees later this month — and all are welcome.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
December 06, 2018
Music from the heartland of Yorkshire with Chris Helme — and with a touch of the festive season.
