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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.




Alison Balsom OBE

Mail headline highlights depressing attitudes towards female performers

August 30 • The decision of multiple award winning trumpet player Alison Balsom to retire from the concert stage has been met with an awful objectifying Daily Mail headline.


mORTIMER tROPHY

Mortimer Maestro Trophy ready for a new home

August 30 • For the 35th time this year a Mortimer Maestro Trophy will be presented to the conductor of the British Open Champion.


Mental Health

Crofton to continue support for mental health awareness with new project

August 30 • Yorkshire band takes a proactive approach to mental health wellbeing series of initiatives around their music making.


Brett Baker

Final touches in place for Baker heroics

August 30 • Brett Baker's latest solo CD release will be available at the Royal Albert Hall.


Dobcross Silver Band - Yorkshire Imperial Band

Sunday 31 August • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Petworth Town Band

August 30 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for BASS TROMBONE, CORNET and TUBA. We are an active band with a full calendar of engagements and are led by our inspirational MD Paula Streeter. We would welcome new players to join our band


Enderby Band

August 30 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire, Championship section) seek: . 2nd EUPHONIUM, Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). . We are an ambitious, friendly band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


Stretford Band

August 30 • Our community based Stretford Band (Manchester) needs YOU! We are looking for enthusiastic bass, trombone and percussion players or any player who fancies a relaxed blow without the pressure of competition. No auditions. Good fun guaranteed. . .


Stan Lippeatt

BA, LRSM
Conductor, adjudicator, tutor


               

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