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Report & Results: 2021 Great Brummie Solo Contest
January 28, 2021
65 entrants from nine different countries focused their musical gaze on Birmingham for the first Great Brummie Solo Contest.
2021 Tameside Whit Friday contests postponed
January 27, 2021
Covid-19 health and safety concerns means that Tameside joins Saddleworth in postponing is famous Whit Friday contests until 2022.
Willebroek looks to invest in future generations
January 27, 2021
The Belgian champion will be holding a special course in August aimed at developing future talent.
Project Neverland makes mammoth progress
January 27, 2021
Over 400 people sign up to be part of the latest BrassFestUK project
Besson sign up inspirational euph talent
January 26, 2021
Scott Kerr and Chris Shanks are the latest high profile signings to the Besson stable of performance artists.
Digital delights for Krohnengen winners
January 26, 2021
There was an annual awards night with a difference for members of Krohnengen Band to enjoy this year...
Scottish Youth Solo & Ensemble Festival goes online
January 26, 2021
The 2021 qualifying events and final will be held online this year.
Aldbourne youth gain glimpse into possible Army future
January 26, 2021
Musician Robinson-Plain of the Band of the Household Cavalry was the inspirational guest on the Aldbourne Youth Band's recent Zoom get together.
Get inspired by Felix and the French horn
January 26, 2021
The internationally renowned French horn player Felix Klieser will be giving a free online masterclass later this week.
Bousfield launches international solo competition
January 26, 2021
One of the world's greatest trombone players has launched a new international solo competition aimed at performers under the age of 25.
35 year partnership ends at De Bazuin Oenkerk
January 25, 2021
The remarkable 35 year musical partnership between Klaas van der Woude and Brass Band De Bazuin Oenkerk is to come to an end in 2021.
Fancy picking up the baton?
January 25, 2021
If you do then the next Brass Band's England webinar is your chance to find out more...
Adjudicators lead tributes to James Scott
January 25, 2021
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators have led the tributes to James Scott following his death at the age of 95.
Black Dyke opens doors for Virtual Brass Day
January 25, 2021
Brass players across the world can join Prof Nicholas Childs and Queensbury stars for a great Virtual Brass Day in March.
Wales to ask for Euro guidance from UK Minister
January 25, 2021
Brass Bands Wales will joined by representatives from England, Scotland and Northern Ireland to seek guidance from the UK Government on future European travel for brass bands.
Menai Bridge enjoys Queensbury connection
January 25, 2021
Members of Band Pres Porthaethwy/Menai Bridge recently enjoyed an inspirational chat with Nicholas and Alison Childs.
Scottish BBA opens doors to AGM and Learning Festival
January 25, 2021
You can find out just how Scottish banding is being run — and then make sure your band gets the added benefits of some expert advice — from virtual performance skills to supporting mental health and more...
RNCM offers more online attractions
January 25, 2021
The RNCM in Manchester is opening its virtual doors to entice you in to enjoy more brass and percussion attractions...
Shepherd looks for new flock
January 25, 2021
The Shepherd Group Brass Band is offering a warm welcome to anyone who wants to join them for some great Zoom rehearsals.
Death of James Scott
January 24, 2021
The death has been announced of one of the most revered figures in the banding movement.
Yorkshire Youth enjoy virtual get together
January 22, 2021
The first virtual course of 2021 of the Yorkshire Youth Brass Band was a great success — with another planned for March.
Calling all early morning risers...
January 22, 2021
The swans at Ulley Country Park, Rotherham enjoy an early morning post horn call...
Duguid returns for second Regency era
January 22, 2021
Alan Duguid returns to Regent Brass for a second time as Musical Director.
New President for PRS
January 21, 2021
Award winning singer and composer Michelle Escoffrey has been appointed President of the PRS Members' Council.
Prestige offer hits the mark at Band Supplies
January 21, 2021
If you are looking to purchase a new Prestige or Sovereign cornet — then a £1,000 minimum part exchange deal from Band Supplies then there is still time to give your playing an extra boost this January.
