News / 2021
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Full house at Elgar International Summer School
August 26, 2021
Malvern College in the heart of Worcester will host delegates at the Elgar International Brass Band Summer School.
Green light for Albert Hall
August 25, 2021
Kapitol Promotions confirm that the Championship Section National Finals will go ahead as scheduled at The Royal Albert Hall in October.
Cory help to reveal mysteries of conducting...
August 24, 2021
Philip Harper, Nigel Seaman and members of the world's number 1 ranked band were on hand recently to help 10 budding conductors explore the art of conducting.
New signings and new additions boost Hade Edge credentials
August 24, 2021
Two exciting signings and an investment in technology gives Hade Edge Band a great boost as they return to rehearsals.
BBE looking for new trustees
August 24, 2021
If you want to play an active role in helping shape English banding then Brass Bands England wants to hear from you.
Band of the Year contest cancelled
August 24, 2021
Organisers state that a combination of factors has led to the cancellation of the 2021 BrassPass.tv Band of the Year contest
Welsh banding asked for responses
August 23, 2021
Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales offers new Covid-19 updates as bands are asked to complete a survey to help with future connections to Welsh Government.
Scottish Youth looks for extra support
August 22, 2021
You can now help support the future of the National Youth Bands of Scotland through Just Giving donations.
Report & Results: 2021 cooperation band Youth Solo Competition
August 22, 2021
There was a fine display of brass banding talent on show as the Scottish Champion invited young players to showcase their performances — led by a cracking winner.
Bay Brass builds new future
August 22, 2021
The Devon based community band, Bay Brass is looking ahead to an exciting future with an ethos of fun and inclusion.
New MD takes helm at Kirton
August 22, 2021
The experienced Andy Scott take the baton at the Lincolnshire based Kirton Brass
4BR Weekend Quiz: Think of a number?
August 21, 2021
With banding returning on the horizon we have four fantastic CDs to be won if you can come up with the right answer to our test-piece math problem.
Innovation and ambition provide foundations for 2022 European Festival
August 20, 2021
An innovative schedule of initiatives, musical ambition and ticketing provide the platforms on which the 2022 European Brass Band Festival will be based.
Proactive approach signals countdown to 2022 Europeans
August 20, 2021
There is an ambitious flavour to the schedule of events at the 2022 European Championships as organisers and participants look forward to Birmingham next year.
A4 Quartet gains Classic FM spotlight
August 20, 2021
You can hear the A4 Brass Quartet on Classic FM this afternoon with a track from their latest CD release.
Festival help for Band Manager software
August 20, 2021
A new software programme aimed at helping players and band librarians is currently be developed with the help of Festival Brass Band in Belgium
Whitburn receives Creative funding boost
August 20, 2021
Scottish Open champion has gained a financial boost to help it continue its proactive music making.
Amended Dutch Nationals to go ahead
August 19, 2021
The Netherlands National Championships will be a one day event later this year — although with Covid-19 protocols and monitoring caveats.
BBE gains funding to build on Foundations success
August 19, 2021
Arts Council England award Brass Bands England extra money to further their successful Brass Foundations education initiative.
New date for Willebroek Solo Competition
August 19, 2021
The lucrative Willebroek Solo Competition will now take place in October — and there is still time to get your entry in.
Psappha Ensemble offer composer opportunity
August 19, 2021
The critically acclaimed group will be running four Composing for... schemes this year — offering an ideal opportunity for young composers wishing to look a little further afield with their work.
New trio take wing at Fairey
August 19, 2021
The Fairey Band has announced a trio of new signings as they look towards their full time performance return.
Violet colours Gregson Concerto
August 18, 2021
The Belgian cornet star has just recorded a new transcription of Edward Gregson's 'Cornet Concerto' with piano accompaniment.
Borders Entertainment looking for entrants
August 18, 2021
The popular Borders Entertainment Contest is looking for a dozen bands to fill the day with great music making in Langholm in November.
Conductors Association looking for online connections
August 18, 2021
The Brass Band Conductors' Association will be hosting a special networking session next month — with the chance to air your views.
