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sAVE

£100K target reached by #SaveOurBrassBands campaign

December 21, 2020
Over 70 bands have gained financial help thanks to their link to the Crowdfunder campaign led by Brass Bands England.


WARWICK

pInstruments lead the way in bacteria prevention

December 21, 2020
Warwick Music Group ensures their market leading range of plastic instruments benefit from antimicrobial technology.


Sheona White

Besson to support 'Back to Basics' BBE Webinar

December 21, 2020
Besson to support new series of online development webinars.


Crewe Brass

Crew Brass makes tracks to return to its roots

December 21, 2020
Crewe Brass is looking forward to the future based at a new home ideal to help with all their musical ambitions.


Bandsafe

2021 BandSafe dates announced

December 21, 2020
The first two BandSafe training session of 2021 have been confirmed by Brass Bands England


eLLAND sILVER bAND

Virtual festive reprise from Elland

December 21, 2020
You can enjoy a Cracker of a great festive concert from the Elland Silver Band organisation.


Advent

Strabane keep opening the windows for Christmas

December 21, 2020
Strabane Brass Band has produced a daily advent calendar of music making to lead up to Christmas.


bba

Double time for Conductors

December 21, 2020
The Brass Band Conductor's Association has announced that its membership has doubled following its recent re-launch.


Fodens

Still time to send a special Xmas card thanks to UniBrass and Foden's

December 21, 2020
You can still send a special festive e-card to families and friends — complete with a carol of your choice.


Bradord

City of Bradford bring festive joy with Church link

December 21, 2020
The City of Bradford Band has linked up with the Bishop of Bradford to bring festive musical joy and stunning scenery to a special on-line service.


Cross

Death of Derek Wells

December 21, 2020
The death has been announced of the respected conductor Derek Wells.


BBE outlines Tier 4 advice to English bands

December 21, 2020
Brass Bands England has outlined its advice to bands that are in Tier 4 regions.


Piggy Bank

New funding boost for Welsh banding

December 21, 2020
Welsh brass bands can now apply for two different strands of emergency funding help.


Kershaw

Small ensemble musical bonus at discount price

December 21, 2020
The art of solo playing from small ensemble playing music can be enjoyed at a discounted price thanks to Andy Kershaw and the Queen Victoria's Consort.


Hurst

Siblings bring festive joy to local community

December 21, 2020
Teenagers Matthew and Olivia Hurst will undertake over 30 special carol performances by Christmas Eve in their local community — and in the process raise thousands of pounds to support a local hospice.


Besson

Stars align for Besson festive fun

December 20, 2020
A host of Besson stars have got together to provide some festive musical fun and joy — just when we need it too...


festive

Grimethorpe hope to add to festive joy

December 20, 2020
A reprise festive concert performance from Grimethorpe Colliery Band looks to add funds to the entertainment coffers.


Nefarious

Fieldhouse rewarded for nefarious activity

December 20, 2020
The multi talented Jim Fieldhouse wins a festive bonus Blaze with composition award.


Dyke

Black Dyke ready for festive entertainment

December 19, 2020
Black Dyke will host a special live streamed Christmas Concert on the 22nd December.


Mark Brolmey

National Youth Band CEO reflects on year to remember

December 19, 2020
National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain CEO Mark Bromley reflects on the many reasons why 2020 was a year to remember...


Youth Championships

2021 National Youth Championships cancelled

December 19, 2020
Brass Bands England confirms news — but hopes to promote new non-competitive initiative before 2022 return


Bandsman

Cory and Marshall make it CD awards double

December 19, 2020
Cory and Richard Marshall add to their BBW CD of the Year success by winning British Bandsman recording awards.


British Army Tidworth

Festive concert provided by British Army and friends

December 19, 2020
The British Army Brass Band Tidworth was joined by Tom Hutchinson and Alan Thomas for their online festive concert.


gRIMETHORPE

Television boost for Grimethorpe appeal

December 18, 2020
Covid-19 spotlight on Grimethorpe as they appeal for Christmas Crowdfunder help.


Silk Brass

Silk Brass tour provides essence of Christmas

December 18, 2020
A wonderful piece of community music making has provided care home residents in Macclesfield with the sounds of the festive season.




British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Duncan A. Beckley

BA, MA
Conductor, adjudicator, band trainer and teacher


               

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