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bbw

Encouraging boost for new Welsh banding body

February 08, 2021
Over 40 bands have already signed up to become members of Bandiau Pres Cymru / Brass Bands Wales.


Crossword

Give us a clue...

February 08, 2021
The brass band answer to a clue in The Sunday Times crossword wasn't quite what it should have been...


Sunday

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

February 08, 2021
More great music from Chis Helme — including performances from the much missed James Scott.


Frank

You are never too old to start a new musical challenge...

February 07, 2021
The great Frank Mathison is itching to get back to band after a spell in hospital — with a new musical career opening up for him aged 92, on cornet.


PRS

Bands urged to understand new licence regs

February 07, 2021
If you are looking at broadcasting music in the future then you need to understand if new PRS licences apply.


Frederick

Free and Felicitous from Yamaha and Schjelderup

February 07, 2021
A great new concert opener has been available for free for bands to download written by Norwegian composer Fredrick Schjelderup.


Bugle

Bugle call put on hold until 2022

February 07, 2021
The famous West of England Bandsman's Festival in Bugle has been cancelled — but will return with a flourish in 2022.


Black Dyke

Do you fancy a £10,000 bonus in March?

February 07, 2021
Become a Black Dyke Pondasher supporter and you could well be in with a chance of a bumper pay out...


Dunne

Matryoshka release for Tredegar star

February 06, 2021
Two new commissions dominate the debut CD release of Tredegar tenor horn star Ross Dunne.


nybbgb

Guest inspiration for National Youth Courses

February 05, 2021
The players on this year's National Youth and National Children's Bands will be inspired by world class conductors and performers.


trumpet

The warm glow of brass...

February 05, 2021
Images of trumpet player Lawrence Killian appeared in the national newspapers today thanks to photographer Lorne Campbell.


SBBA

Adult edition added to Scottish Youth Solo & Ensemble Festival

February 05, 2021
An Open Solo Event has been added to the SBBA Youth Solo & Ensemble Festival.


Vizzutti

Vizzutti to give BBE Masterclass

February 05, 2021
The latest Brass Bands England online development masterclass will be giving by the great American trumpet player Allen Vizzutti — so book your place now.


Cory

Marine support for Kapitol Cory online Championships

February 05, 2021
Her Majesty's Royal Marines add their musical discipline to support the forthcoming online competition.


cONDUCTIR

160 pick up baton for zoom call

February 05, 2021
160 people took the opportunity to find out more about the art of conducting on the latest joint Conductor's Association & BBE webinar


lbba

New secretary takes post for LBBA

February 05, 2021
Adam Whittle becomes the new secretary of the Leicestershire Brass Band Association.


sYMPHONY hALL

European Championship to return to England in 2022

February 04, 2021
Symphony Hall Birmingham will host the European Championships as Brass Bands England step in following Austrian withdrawal.


bbw

Further progress for Brass Bands Wales with website launch

February 04, 2021
Bandiau Pres Cymru / Brass Bands Wales has launched its new website with free membership initiative for bands and individuals.


Rochdale

Customer satisfaction key to repair success

February 04, 2021
Rochdale Brass Instrument Repairs has quickly gained a respected reputation for high class workmanship, competitive prices and outstanding customer service.


MODEFOR

Mode for... re-launches signature brass teaching method

February 04, 2021
A new 'Mode for...Brass!' tutor book will musical education combined with ways to build an emotional toolkit to enhance flourishing, resilience, happiness and positive mental health.


Whitburn

Whitburn goes to Holyrood...

February 04, 2021
The 150 year history of the Scottish Open band has been marked in its nation's parliament.


Neil Jowett

Death of Neil Jowett

February 03, 2021
The death has been announced of Neil Jowett, one of Yorkshire banding's most respected figures.


James Scott

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

February 03, 2021
Chris Helme hosts more great brass band music from across the globe.


Black Dyke

Black Dyke to explore virtual Journey into Freedom

February 03, 2021
Eric Ball's masterpiece will form part of the musical repertoire performed on their upcoming Virtual Brass Day — so why not take the journey yourself and join them...


Bolsover Festival of Brass

Bolsover looks positively to October contest

February 03, 2021
The organisers of the Bolsover Festival of Brass are optimistic that they can host their popular broadcast event later this year.




Lydbrook

Report & Results: 2024 GBBA Own Choice & March Contest

November 27 • Lydbrook braves the elements to claim the honours in Gloucestershire on a day of fine music making.


Parc and Dare

Report & Results: 2024 SEWBBA Autumn Festival

November 26 • Parc & Dare takes the entertainment honours in Tonyrefail, with section awards to Tylorstown, Markham & District, Briton Ferry, Severn Tunnel and brace of super youth ensembles.


Five Lakes

Report & Results: 2024 US Open Championships

November 26 • Five Lakes Silver Band claims US Open hat-trick on a memorable day for the Ward family.


pERTH

Results: 2024 Scottish Youth Championships

November 25 • There was plenty of great youthful musical talent on show in Perth — from percussionists to all levels of brass ensembles and bands.


Dobcross Silver Band - Wardle Anderson Brass Band

Sunday 24 November • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane Dobcross OL3 5AD


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


York Railway Institute Band - Voices & Brass Christmas Spectacular

Saturday 14 December • Selby Abbey YO8 4PU


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Festive favourites - Music for Christmas.

Saturday 14 December • St Mark's Church, Bilton, Rugby CV22 7LX


Rushden Town Band

November 25 • Trombone Player. This friendly band is looking for a tenor trombone player to join its ranks. The band enjoys playing at regular concerts each year and is off to the Rhineland next year on its second tour.


Chinnor Silver

November 25 • You need to be quick, we are almost full but just require Eb bass and percussion. We are a friendly, welcoming and ambitious band and start 2025 at the top of our second section ranking table. We rehearse on a Wed evening in our own bandroom in Chinnor.


Hathersage Band

November 25 • Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving community band. We enjoy making music and have a good gig schedule. An opportunity has arisen for the right person to join our Principal Cornet Ed as co-principal. Are you up for the challenge? This is our only vacancy.


John Maines

BA (Hons)
Presenter, compere and conductor


               

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