News / 2020
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Radio: Chunks of Brass
August 20, 2020
Join presenter Ian Clarke for a great Sunday evening of brass band music over the airwaves.
Pendennis call in the Marines
August 20, 2020
Royal Marine Ben Elliott returns to Pendennis Brass to take on the role as Musical Director
Cory looking for Welsh players...
August 20, 2020
Fancy joining Philip Harper and the world's number 1 ranked band for a weekend of great music making — and all for free?
Extreme Makeover for Fulham
August 19, 2020
Composer Johan de Meij is the latest leading musical personality to join Fulham Brass Band for an inspirational chat — and you can join him to find out more about his iconic European test-piece.
Summer sale at Brass Band Music Shop
August 19, 2020
Now's the chance to get some new title in your library to look forward to when rehearsals start up again.
Moore to feature at Wigmore Hall
August 19, 2020
Peter Moore is to be featured in a recital concert from London's Wigmore Hall next month.
New career move for Archibald
August 19, 2020
The highly respected professional trumpet player Paul Archibald has become Head of Woodwind and Brass at Shrewsbury International School, Bangkok.
Rousing virtual finale for 2020 Brass Band Summer School course
August 17, 2020
Delegates and tutors joined together to round off a great week of virtual music making on the 2020 Brass Band Summer School Course led by Richard Evans.
Accept full responsibility and accountability for your actions
August 15, 2020
Brass Bands England CEO, Kenny Crookston reinforces the organisation's understanding of the most recent COVID-19 announcement and how it will affect its member bands.
Enjoy the Virtual Brass Band Summer School Grand Finale Concert
August 14, 2020
There is a Friday night treat for you this evening with the Virtual Brass Band Summer School Grand Finale Concert.
Symphony Hall to host virtual Brass Gala
August 14, 2020
Mnozil Brass, Cory, Black Dyke and the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire will provide an evening of virtual entertainment thanks to a new Symphony Hall on-line initiative on British Open weekend.
Glimmer of rehearsal light for bands in England
August 14, 2020
Brass Bands England's request for clarification on latest Government Covid-19 guidelines sees rehearsal opportunities allowed under strictest of provisions.
Indoor performance easing decision in England met with disdain
August 14, 2020
The announcement to allow socially distanced live indoor performances in England from this weekend has been met with extensive and widespread criticism.
New leadership roles at National Youth Bands of Great Britain
August 13, 2020
Dr Robert Childs steps down as Chairperson of the National Youth & National Childrens Brass Bands of Great Britain to welcome in new faces to lead the organisation into the future.
World of Brass to launch new streaming service
August 12, 2020
World of Brass is to launch wobplay — a new subscription streaming service offering over 8,500 audio tracks and videos old and new for brass band lovers across the globe.
Tredegar euph star reaches Jeju final
August 12, 2020
Yu-Han Yang, the solo euphonium of Welsh champion, Tredegar, has reached the final of the prestigious Jeju International Brass Competition in Korea.
Last chord looms for Durham composer competition
August 12, 2020
You need to be pronto to get your entries on for the Durham & Open Composition Competition.
Welsh arts venues on critical list
August 12, 2020
A further blow to Welsh banding as Arts venues throughout the nation are said to be in need of further urgent support if they are to survive.
Foden's set to welcome the world to Armagh
August 12, 2020
The annual Armagh Summer School will be a virtual event this year — lead by tutors from Foden's Band and open to players from around the world.
New summer school resonates with Midlands youth
August 11, 2020
85 youngsters enjoy a musical week of learning with a difference.
Sign up for BBE on-line webinars
August 11, 2020
From advanced arranging to copyright issues and even a Conference call — make sure you sign up for Brass Band England's latest raft of attractions.
Fulham Brass add to the star chat rota
August 11, 2020
Fulham Brass Band has added to its list of star interviews — with LSO violinist Maxine Kwok Adams dropping in for their latest musical chat...
New radio station brings chunks of brass on air
August 11, 2020
KL Radio has been launched with a regular brass band programme each week...
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
August 11, 2020
Plenty of great music to enjoy from Chris Helme this week — with some great playing across the banding world.
Brass Bands England makes new webinar arrangements...
August 10, 2020
After a short break, BBE launches a new programme of webinar sessions to keep you better informed to enjoy your banding when we do return!
