News / 2020
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High fives as London & Southern Counties look at potential 2021 contest return
December 02, 2020
There may be the possibility of an amended 'Area' contest held in June next year, if conditions allow.
Much Moore to enjoy this evening...
December 02, 2020
The latest Brass Bands England webinar will see trombone star Peter Moore in the spotlight.
Kiwis look back on 2020 with hope for the future
December 02, 2020
New Zealand banding is looking forward to the next 12 months after a year unlike any other in its proud history.
Two part treat from brass band stars this weekend
December 02, 2020
A virtual All Star Band has got together to provide some brilliant entertainment in support of the CreateBoltones charity.
Bolsover advent entertainment: No.1 Skelmanthorpe
December 01, 2020
Highlights from the 2019 Bolsover Festival of Brass — with a reminder of how Skelmanthorpe Band under Martin Heartfield took the top section honours...
On the 1st Day of Christmas...
December 01, 2020
My true love said to me... Have you heard the one about?
New Year treat from Cory
December 01, 2020
The world's number 1 brass band will be offering players a chance to keep up those New Year's practice resolutions.
Report & Results: 2020 Brass Band League online solo contest
December 01, 2020
There was a fantastic response from entrants in taking part in the Brass Band League Northern Ireland online solo competition — and plenty of fantastic playing on show too.
New English Covid-19 guidance from BBE
December 01, 2020
Brass Bands England publishes new Coronavirus pandemic advice to take effect from 3rd December.
Coalburn to go online for festive concert
December 01, 2020
The Coalburn Band will showcase its musical talents this Christmas with a special online event to help raise funds for charity.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
December 01, 2020
It's back to the good old 1980s with some fantastic brass band music from Chris Helme.
Christmas is coming...
November 29, 2020
Soon it will be that time of the year again... and hopefully there will some festive cheer for brass bands across the globe.
Grimethorpe launches fund raising initiative
November 29, 2020
One of the world's most famous bands spearheads Crowdfunder appeal to raise vital funds.
Helping others leads Mode for value
November 29, 2020
Mode for...Publishing will be able to help others if you donate to get some great music on your festive stands.
Filton look for festive boost
November 29, 2020
Filton Concert Brass launches its own festive shop to help raise funds.
Death of Peter Argyle
November 29, 2020
The death has been announced of the former Yorkshire Imperial and Rothwell Temperance trombone player Peter Argyle.
Unified approach on new CD release
November 28, 2020
World of Brass has released a new CD by The Household Troops Band of The Salvation Army & Amsterdam Staff Band.
Tune in to YouTube for Scottish youth festival broadcast
November 28, 2020
You can tune in this weekend for some great music making on the new SBBA YouTube channel.
Artistic lead for Dr Robert Childs with National Youth Band
November 28, 2020
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain has appointed Dr Robert Childs as its first ever Director of Artistic Planning.
2021 European Championships cancelled
November 27, 2020
The 2021 European Brass Band Championships due to be held in Malmo in Sweden have been cancelled due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
Next steps for Foden's gains Arts Council funding
November 27, 2020
Successful Grants for Arts grant application sees Foden's awarded £31,500 towards a total project cost of £61,888 over next three years.
Welsh champion takes first steps back to rehearsal
November 27, 2020
Tredegar has taken the first small steps back to playing together by following the regulations and guidelines provided in Wales.
Top Cs featured on this week's Besson Fridays at Home
November 26, 2020
The father and son duo of Stephen and Philip Cobb are the guests Roger, Phil and Steve for a bit of Friday night chat this week.
Death of Morfydd Childs
November 26, 2020
4BR has been informed of the death of the hugely respected Morfydd Myfanwy Childs.
