News / 2019
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EBBA President looks forward to 2020
December 24, 2019
EBBA President Ulf Rosenberg has reflected on the success of 2019 as well as looking forward to an exciting 2020.
Radio: Sounds of Brass
December 24, 2019
Start 2020 with plenty of great brass band music from Phillip Hunt
Butlins announce list of 2020 competitors
December 23, 2019
63 bands will be looking for a bumper pay day payout in Skegness in a just a few weeks time... including challengers from the USA and Germany
Brass on the Mind and in the Bandroom
December 22, 2019
Tabby Kerwin launches her new initiative to help provide a greater understanding of mental health and well-being issues — right in the heart of your bandroom.
Closing date looms for Youth Championships
December 22, 2019
The closing date is getting closer and closer for bands and ensembles wishing to take part in the 2020 National Youth Championships of Great Britain.
Porthouse enjoys Japanese inspiration
December 22, 2019
Ian Porthouse has been enjoying his first trip to Japan to carry on the inspirational brass band work of the great Richard Evans.
Brass Band Music Shop set to save you pounds at Butlins
December 22, 2019
The Brass Band Music Shop is offering 10% off its titles if you order now to be picked up at the Butlins Mineworkers Championship.
Baker awarded Presidential honour
December 22, 2019
Brett Baker has been presented with the President's Award by the International Trombone Association.
Christmas treat for young and old from BlechKLANG
December 22, 2019
A trio of themed concerts provided the generational entertainment provided by Brass Band BlechKLANG and friends this Christmas.
Childs play for Gwent Youth 60th birthday
December 22, 2019
Robert and David Childs will feature as soloists as part of the Greater Gwent Youth Band's 60th anniversary celebrations.
Formby makes annual visit to stalwart
December 22, 2019
Members of the Formby Band have paid their annual visit to bring festive cheer to a great stalwart.
New trio join BD1 for 2020
December 22, 2019
Three new players have joined the ranks of BD1 Brass in time for the start of the 2020 contest year.
Vanhoorne heads for new musical life in New Zealand
December 21, 2019
The star Belgian cornet player is to start a new musical life in New Zealand as he returns permanently to North Shore Brass.
New Day breaks at City of Bradford
December 21, 2019
City of Bradford Band has announced the appointment of Neil Day as their new principal cornet.
Three new additions to the judges bench
December 21, 2019
Chris Houlding, Duncan Wilson and Gordon Eddison have become new appointments to the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.
Wyss and Bradley to lead Kirky Kelvin
December 21, 2019
Thomas Wyss and Chris Bradley form the new musical partnership at the helm at Kirkintilloch Kelvin Brass.
New principal role for Fountain
December 21, 2019
James Fountain has been appointed the new joint-principal trumpet at the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
East London Brass help with charity single
December 21, 2019
East London Brass has played its part in helping the prevention of suicide by linking up with East 17 star Tony Mortimer and Waltham Forest Youth Choir for Christmas single launch.
Shirebrook Summer concert series announced
December 21, 2019
There will be bands in the park in Shirebrook at the height of Summer next year...
New musical direction at Buzingen
December 21, 2019
Simon Van Hoecke has been appointed the new Musical Director at Brass Band Buzingen.
Spreading the festive musical spirit
December 21, 2019
The great little players of Consett Junior Brass have been providing wonderful festive entertainment.
Death of Paul Walton
December 19, 2019
The brass band world has been shocked by the news of the death of the talented euphonium player Paul Walton.
Pacho Flores to deliver RNCM masterclass
December 17, 2019
There is a great New Year's treat for all brass players as the great Pacho Flores will give a masterclass at the RNCM in Manchester in January.
4BR Shop: K&M Tuba stand
December 17, 2019
There is still time to get the perfect Christmas present for a tuba playing in your life...
Millions enjoy Grimethorpe festive radio appearance
December 17, 2019
Millions of Radio 2 Monday morning listeners enjoyed the sound of Grimethorpe Colliery Band...
