News / 2019
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Radio: Sunday Bandstand
April 19, 2019
Chris Helme brings us plenty of great brass band music from the heartland of Yorkshire.
Hear, Hear?
April 19, 2019
Landmark Court of Appeal ruling could have far reaching consequences about the way musicians should be protected at their place of work.
European Countdown: 9 days to go
April 18, 2019
And where was it played again? Whatever happened to the European test pieces?
Mead prepares for Australian judging
April 18, 2019
Steven Mead is in Australia where he will enjoy a short tour as well as being the chief adjudicator at the Australian National Championships.
Fanfare heralds new look for Hammonds
April 18, 2019
The Grand Shield champion will be sporting a new look this year thanks to Fanfare North
England expects...
April 18, 2019
A trio of talented youngsters will line-up with their European counterparts to represent England as part of the European Youth Brass Band in Montreux...
Death of Lydbrook stalwart
April 18, 2019
The death has been reported of the respected Lydbrook player Yvonne Hamblin
Statue erected in honour of the great 'March King' of Antipodean banding
April 18, 2019
A bronze statue has been erected in Invercargill in honour of Alexander Lithgow — the great 'March King' of New Zealand and Australian banding.
Butlins announces test-pieces and BBE discount link
April 17, 2019
The test-pieces that will be performed at the 2020 Butlins Mineworkers Festival have been announced — as well as a 20% entry fee discount link for Brass Band England member bands
European Countdown: 10 days to go
April 17, 2019
From Chop Sauce prizes to one of the world's most sought after orchestral conductors — the European Championship has had it all...
Norwegian champions ready for Montreux challenge
April 17, 2019
Eikanger Bjorsvik will prepare for their Montreux challenge by showcasing their preparations with friends before they go at Bergen's Grieghallen.
First World War commission now available to distant parts of the globe
April 17, 2019
Leadhills Silver Band's special First World War commemorative commission is now available to be downloaded by bands from all parts of the globe.
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Cory to showcase their Cassandra preparations for Montreux
April 17, 2019
The world's number 1 ranked band will be showcasing their European preparations ahead of their trip to Montreux.
Shrewsbury help gives charitable boost
April 17, 2019
Organisations helped by the Freemasons Grand Charity have received a great financial boost thanks to the musical work of Shrewsbury Brass Band.
Report & Results: 2019 IABCB National Championships
April 17, 2019
Drogheda Brass 'Raid' the silverware in Dublin to lead the award winners at the The Irish Association of Brass & Concert Bands National Band Championships
Euro countdown starts...
April 16, 2019
The countdown to the European Championships in Montreux has started — so remember to book your livestream coverage through World of Brass — from Monday 22nd April.
Brighouse to showcase European challenge
April 16, 2019
The English representatives Brighouse & Rastrick will open their doors to showcase their European challenge under Prof David King before they head to Montreux.
National Youth joined by American legends
April 16, 2019
The players on the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will benefit from hearing from two of the world's greatest trumpet legends...
Welsh trio gain cash boost for Euro experience
April 16, 2019
The three Welsh youngsters who will represent their nation in the European Youth Brass Band in Switzerland this year have been given a boost to their finances from a proud banding movement.
Read all about it in Scotland and beyond?
April 16, 2019
The Scottish Brass Band Association is looking to appoint a motivated and inventive Press & Publicity Officer.
Mango combines art and design for graphic success
April 16, 2019
A graphic design company set up by baritone player Ben Stratford is enjoying worldwide success thanks to its inventive approach to doing what's best...
Ashworth takes step back from Horwich
April 16, 2019
Conductor David Ashworth has taken the difficult decision to resign from Horwich RMI Band.
Finalists announced for A4 Brass Quartet competition
April 16, 2019
Compositions from around the banding globe will be featured in the A4 Brass Quartet Composition Final.
Silver threads link Tredegar to Dulais Valley
April 16, 2019
The Welsh Champion opens its doors to help inspire the rejuvenation in the pride of the Dulais Valley Silver Band.
Taylor takes academic direction
April 16, 2019
Howard Taylor, the MD of Brisbane Excelsior Band, has been appointed Director of the Conservatorium Brass Band within the Brass Faculty of Queensland Conservatorium.
