News / 2020
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Concorde to provide iconic backdrop to massed performance
January 10, 2020
One of the world's most iconic aeroplanes will provide the backdrop for a performance of Liz Lane's 'Innovation 2016' next month.
Top end changes at Pemberton
January 10, 2020
Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band has welcomed a new principal cornet and soprano cornet to the ranks.
Foden's to head to Armagh for 20th time
January 10, 2020
Foden's will head for another weekend of fantastic music making with friends later this month.
Elland Silver Youth ready for 25 year celebrations
January 10, 2020
The remarkable Elland Silver Youth Band hopes to celebrate its 25th anniversary with past generations.
High profile appointment at Royal Welsh College
January 10, 2020
Tim Rhys-Evans MBE will herald a new era at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama as he becomes the new Director of Music.
Death of Jennifer Giles
January 10, 2020
The death has been announced of Jenny Giles — a stalwart administrator and supporter of the Rogerstone Band and Welsh banding movement.
BBE announces new dates for Artistic and Player Development workshops
January 09, 2020
A series of new dates have been announced for the acclaimed courses run by Philip Harper, Roger Webster and Paul Cosh — so make sure you book up quick to gain the benefits...
Strong field prepares for high Wire challenges
January 09, 2020
There is a strong turn-out of contenders ready to test their early season form at the Brass in the Wire and British Open Youth in the Wire contests in Warrington later this month.
Llwydcoed add youth and experience to 2020 ranks
January 09, 2020
Martyn Patterson and Iwan Hill are the latest recruits to Llwydcoed Band as they seek to make a qualification mark on majors on 2020.
Scottish banding makes lasting impression on German youth
January 09, 2020
The scenery, music making and warm welcome certainly made a huge impression on the 3BA Experience Band from Germnay on their recent trip to compete at the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge Shield contest.
12 bands set to battle for Welsh Open title
January 09, 2020
A dozen bands from both sides of the River Severn will head to Porthcawl for the Welsh Open in February.
Euph signing at TCTC Group
January 08, 2020
The experienced Simon Crowley has joined the TCTC Group Band as they look ahead to Area challenge.
Flowers gain Butlins boost with Belgian top man
January 08, 2020
Harmen Vanhoorne makes a detour to Skegness ahead of New Zealand future to spearhead Flowers Butlins challenge.
Childs to lead youth event in Cardiff
January 06, 2020
Dr Robert Childs and the talented students of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama will offer a warm musical welcome to the next generation of star players — and you can be part of it for free.
New quartet strengthens Whitburn's 150th anniversary challenge
January 06, 2020
Four new players join the ranks of the Scottish Open Champion as they prepare for what they hope will be a memorable 2020 on the contest and concert stage.
Neish and Smith add to Summer School attractions
January 06, 2020
Tuba soloist Les Neish and trombone star Becky Smith add to the star studded line-up of tutors on the Brass Band Summer School in Harrogate in August.
New trio take flight with Fairey
January 05, 2020
Fairey Band sign youthful talent and star quality experience as they look ahead to 2020.
Radio: Sounds of Brass
January 05, 2020
Phillip Hunt brings you plenty of more great music over the airwaves.
Good times beckon for Johnstone
January 05, 2020
The Johnstone Band will work with conductor Mark Good in 2020.
Death of Charles Shipp
January 05, 2020
The death has been announced of the highly respected musician Charles Shipp.
1000th accolade for Black Dyke MD
January 03, 2020
Prof Nicholas Childs was recently presented with a plaque marking his 1000th concert appearance with Black Dyke.
Festive treats at Littleport as they look towards 2020
January 03, 2020
There was a great festive atmosphere at Littleport Band's last concert of 2019 — with the wise man in the middle giving out some gifts...
Crowther takes last playing bow with Grimethorpe
January 03, 2020
The remarkable Shaun Crowther has retired as solo Eb tuba at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Rankings update: 2019 round-up
January 03, 2020
Time to reflect on who were the biggest winners and losers over the past 12 months in a year where once again Cory dominated the contest stage.
National Youth look Farr into 2020 future
January 02, 2020
Ray Farr, Nicholas Childs, Tom Hutchinson and Brett Baker set to inspire the next generation of talent on National Youth and Children's Band courses...
