News / 2020
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Schoonhoven happy with extra Overhead
July 08, 2020
Dutch Champion team up with British composer Christian Overhead as their new Composer in Residence.
Heavy Bottomed surge as new additions make their mark
July 08, 2020
New additions to the range of Heavy Bottom Caps has seen worldwide interest increase
Riverside Youth enjoy zoom celebrations and awards
July 08, 2020
The Coronavirus couldn't put a stop to the talented players of Riverside Youth enjoying their annual awards night.
Open letter seeks support to banish discrimination in brass banding
July 07, 2020
An open letter seeking support from those wishing to develop a brass band movement that is inclusive, diverse and welcoming has been launched .
Great response brings success to virtual Picnic in the Park
July 07, 2020
An innovative approach and wonderful support made sure the Durham County Brass Band Association (DCBBA) 'Picnic in the Park' event was enjoyed across the globe this year.
Saynor becomes latest Geneva signing
July 07, 2020
The Black Dyke tuba star is the latest high profile player to become a Geneva Group Performance & Development Artist.
Bont makes virtual annual appeal
July 07, 2020
Pontardulais Town Band may have been unable to give a live annual concert this year, so they took an inventive virtual approach instead..
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
July 07, 2020
More brass band music to enjoy from Chris Helme in the heartland of Yorkshire...
Foden's launch lockdown podcasts
July 06, 2020
The ever inventive Sandbach band is making sure it is reaching out to its fans all over the world.
Financial spotlight for Arts and culture sector with £1.57 billion support package
July 06, 2020
The government announces huge one-off package of help, although questions are raised over help to performers and the phased return to full opening of venues.
Death of Pete Arden
July 06, 2020
The City of Hull Band has announced the death of its respected tuba player and administrator Pete Arden.
Grimethorpe held Spellbound by Bronte
July 05, 2020
An exciting new collaboration sees Grimethorpe Colliery Band bring Emily Bronte's 'Spellbound' poem to life...
Virtual performance to celebrate Yorkshire Day
July 05, 2020
All things Yorkshire will be celebrated in virtual style thanks to a quartet of proud White Rose bands.
Dewsbury contest cancelled
July 05, 2020
The Yorkshire & Humberside BBA contest due to take place in Dewsbury later this year has been cancelled — but will return next year.
Death of Jim Stewart
July 05, 2020
The death has been announced of one of the most popular figures in the Scottish brass band movement.
Meltham take to the Moors for music making
July 04, 2020
Members of the Meltham & Meltham Mills Band recently took an inventive approach to keeping their lips in trim.
Archibald abdicates from Regency role
July 04, 2020
Paul Archibald has stepped down from his role as Musical Director of Regent Brass as he takes up new appointment in Bangkok.
Government ministers not helpful as venues face bleak future
July 04, 2020
The CEO of the Royal Albert Hall accuses ministers of not being helpful as arts venues of all sizes face the prospect of laying off staff and closing the doors for good without financial investment.
Brass playing under threat in post COVID English schools
July 03, 2020
It is being reported that the government is recommending that singing, wind and brass playing should not take place in larger groups when schools return in full in England.
Lovatt to lead virtual powerhouse performances in Harrogate
July 02, 2020
Harrogate International Festivals announce major line-up of powerhouse talent — led by Mike Lovatt and global musicians on the world premiere of David Lancaster's 'Eclipse'
Musicwearetc getting ready for banding's return
July 02, 2020
When we get back to banding Musicwearetc will be on hand to ensure that they play their part in giving everyone a boost.
Bronte museum hopes to reopen with sound of brass
July 02, 2020
Cornet player Bethan Plant plays outside the famous Parsonage in Haworth — home to the literary Bronte family
Classic test-pieces revisited No 4: Victorian Snapshots — On Ratcliff Highway
July 01, 2020
The the fourth of our series, Prof Steven Allen takes an in-depth look at one of the major crossover works to the banding movement that came from the Salvation Army composer Ray Steadman-Allen.
Positive announcement boost for banding given by Butlins
July 01, 2020
Butlins organisers say they are "extremely hopeful" that their 2021 Brass Band Festival will take place — with an extended entry deadline issued to help bands wishing to take part.
Nidaros Brass looks forward to return to settled music making
July 01, 2020
After having to cancel rehearsals, concerts and a tour to the UK, Nidaross Brass Band is mow looking forward to the future.
