News / 2019
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Countdown starts ticking for Perth 2020
July 25, 2019
The organisation for the 2020 Australian National Championships in Perth has already started...
Webster steps down from playing role with Grimethorpe
July 25, 2019
Roger Webster has taken the decision to end his playing commitments with Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Brilliant connections bring inventive musical links for Shirley Band
July 24, 2019
A concert featuring a brass band, professional singers and a 40 strong choir of children with additional educational needs was a great hit.
Report & Result: 2019 Philip Jones International Brass Ensemble Competition
July 24, 2019
There is a heavy metal cash prize of £10,000 for the Connaught Brass quintet as they claim the inaugural Philip Jones Prize at the RNCM in Manchester.
Marshall visits the Kings of military brass
July 23, 2019
Black Dyke principal cornet Richard Marshall has been enjoying a spell of military service with The Band of the King's Division.
David Read concert is a grand success
July 23, 2019
A concert celebrating the musical career of David Read MBE has raised over £1,000 for his chosen charity.
4BR Shop: The Marriage of Figaro Overture (W A Mozart arr. Phillip Littlemore)
July 23, 2019
A classic piece, perfect for concerts from Phillip Littlemore and Timbercroft Publishing
Silverware attractions on show at Bolsover
July 23, 2019
There was a special treat for delegates on the Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School — with the opportunity to get up close to some iconic trophies.
4BR Shop: Apollo 11 (Drew Fennell)
July 23, 2019
There is no better time to celebrate the first steps on the moon — so why not add Apollo 11 to your concert repertoire from Cantatio Music
Jaguar Land Rover to celebrate Lea tenure
July 23, 2019
The 30 year conducting tenure of Dave Lea at the Jaguar Land Rover Band will be celebrated with a special event later this year.
Wessex hits gold with new commission
July 23, 2019
A new work from composer Paul Saggers will help the Wessex Band Summer School celebrate its 50th anniversary
4BR Shop: Sterling Virtuoso Bb Cornet
July 23, 2019
Chance to get your hands on a great second hand cornet from Sterling Instruments
Brighouse make American link to enhance professorial musical partnership
July 23, 2019
The Yorkshire Champion makes a trans-Atlantic musical link as Lee Harrelson of Fountain City Brass becomes their new Visiting International Professor to work alongside David King.
4BR Shop: Thomann Valve — Medium Valve Oil (3X 10ml bottles)
July 22, 2019
Euphonium Store has a great offer on at the moment for the market leading valve oil from Thomann.
Death of Norman Christie
July 22, 2019
The death has been announced of the former Black Dyke, Brighouse & Rastrick, Fairey and Diggle cornet player Norman Christie.
Fantastic tuba ready for action at Band Supplies
July 22, 2019
Band Supplies has a fantastic Besson 982 EEb tuba up for grabs.
Midlands youth enjoy pounding the streets
July 22, 2019
The North East Midlands Brass Band Association Youth Band joined forces with Shirland Welfare Band for their annual gala concert.
RNCM offers conducting courses
July 22, 2019
The Royal Northern College of Music has announced details of its 2019/20 Conducting courses.
4BR Shop: Last Night of the Proms Medley (arranged by Tom Barton)
July 22, 2019
Just in time for those summer concerts with a Last Night of the Proms finale...
Camsay signs for Fulham
July 22, 2019
One of the most respected Salvation Army bass trombone players will be making his debut with Fulham Brass at the National Finals in Cheltenham in September.
Poorer children face sterile cultural treadmill through limited access to music
July 22, 2019
New Social Mobility Commission study reports that children from poorer households are being excluded from musical activities — missing out on life enhancing social skills, confidence building and a sense of belonging.
All roads lead to Bolsover for Summer School attractions
July 21, 2019
Steven Mead will be leading 55 delegates from around the world in a week of great music making at the Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School.
Sky Arts to broadcast Battle of the Brass Bands series
July 20, 2019
The eagerly awaited four part documentary series will be aired on Sky Arts this August.
Sit back and relax in concert with David Read MBE
July 20, 2019
A special concert celebrating the musical life of David Read MBE takes place today — but even if you can't get there you can sit back and enjoy the music making for free on-line.
Band Supplies offers an extra Sparke of help for National Youth competitors
July 18, 2019
Band Supplies links up with Brass Bands England to offer a great deal on the top section test-piece at the National Youth Championships.
