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Kippax

Kippax awards recognise service and excellence

January 14, 2021
The successful Yorkshire band has been presenting awards of its own


Brwa

Welsh congratulations on nation's success

January 13, 2021
Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales has offered its congratulations to the nation's bands and musicians in the recent 4BR Awards as it continues to make solid progress towards the future.


GBBA

Replay button for GBBA virtual festival

January 12, 2021
You can enjoy a week of a showcase performances from the recent Gloucestershire Brass Band Association Virtual Festival.


Cory

New dates for Kapitol Cory Online Championships

January 12, 2021
Ongoing concerns over Covid-19 restrictions sees the hugely popular online event push back dates for broadcasting.


Newspapers

Media spotlight falls on UK banding

January 12, 2021
The national media in the UK is taking interest in the plight of brass bands — with the Express and Telegraph following the Daily Mirror is highlighting the movement's challenges.


Brexit

Musicians Union demands explanation of unbelievable EU decision

January 11, 2021
The Musicians Union is demanding that the UK Government explain why it turned down the opportunity to allow performers the chance to gain free permit access to Europe.


New York

Free New York trip on offer tonight!

January 10, 2021
If you want to enjoy a session with the former stars of the low brass section of the New York Phil — then tonight's the night...


Aobba

New approach adds numbers to judges bench

January 10, 2021
The online Annual General Meeting of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators proved a success this weekend


Dutch Open

17 bands signal intentions for Dutch Open

January 10, 2021
If Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines allow, seventeen bands from the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany will hopefully take to the stage in Groningen in June.


mONEY

Welsh bands reminded of funding help

January 10, 2021
Welsh bands will be able to apply for funding help to rescue, restore, restart, create, engage and inspire their post Covid-19 playing aspirations.


us flag

2021 North American Championships cancelled

January 10, 2021
The ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic sees the 2021 NABBA event due to be held in Fort Wayne in Indiana cancelled.


Whitburn

Whitburn accolades for players

January 10, 2021
Whitburn Bands presents awards to players who have helped maintain the band's high profile media presence


wobplay

Wobplay adds classic vinyl to platform

January 10, 2021
The Wobplay.com digital platform has started to add restored classic vinyl LPs to its increasing catalogue.


Peter Fraser

Fraser dedication marked with presentation

January 10, 2021
70 years of remarkable service to the Kirkintilloch Band by Peter Fraser MBE has been marked.


Trombone

Back to Basic for bones...

January 08, 2021
Trombone players have the chance to enjoy a weekend of enjoying what they like doing best — thanks to Matt Gee and Josh Cirtina.


bREXIT

Musicians permit plight gains momentum

January 08, 2021
The lack of visa free travel in the EU for professional musicians is starting to make the newspaper headlines.


Whitburn

Brucie bonus for Whitburn

January 06, 2021
The Scottish Open champion enjoys a high profile boost by reuniting with radio presenter Ken Bruce as well as getting a feature mention with Classic FM.


cross

Death of Don Jones

January 06, 2021
Unite the Union Band has announced the death of their respected colleague and tuba player Don Jones.


Morecambe

Bring us sunshine...

January 05, 2021
Wouldn't it have been great if Eric Morecambe could send us 60 million doses of his musical sunshine to keep the nation happy?


Radio

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

January 05, 2021
Plenty of great music to welcome in the New Year with Chris Helme.


Yorkshire Youth

Yorkshire Youth ready to hit the road running

January 04, 2021
Get your musical daps on! There is still a chance to join up with the team at the Yorkshire Youth Brass Band — but you need to be fast


qUIZ

4BR Quiz: Christmas Day quiz winner

January 03, 2021
One lucky person will soon be receiving a Besson Prodige cornet and a bag full of goodies to enjoy.


Jim Trott

MBE Award to Brass for Africa charity founder

January 03, 2021
Jim Trott, the founder and Executive Director of the Brass for Africa charity has been awarded the MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours.


cRWODFUNDER

Mirror provides positive reflection for bands

January 03, 2021
A two page spread article in the Daily Mirror newspaper has shone a positive light on the challenges faced by bands during the current Coronavirus pandemic.


Hurst

Final chord brings brilliant result for carol players

January 03, 2021
The amazing fund raising efforts of teenagers Matthew and Olivia Hurst has raised over £5700 for their local hospice.




Herbert

The Brass Band Story set for publication

February 26 • A new book written by Prof Trevor Herbert and aimed at general readers interested in an overall analysis and insight into the brass band movement in the UK and beyond, is to be published in July.


Desford

Small drop in Midlands Area entrants

February 26 • 69 bands will compete at the Midlands Regional Championships over two weekends in March.


Perth

Positive uptake for Scottish title challenges

February 26 • There will be two full days of competitive and non-competitive music making at the 2026 Scottish Championship in Perth.


Riverside

Line-ups for North of England Area confirmed

February 26 • 42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and Cheltenham later in the year.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 1 March • St. Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street. London SE10 9BJ


Regent Hall Concerts - London Central Fellowship Band

Saturday 7 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 10 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Banks Brass Band

February 25 • It's not too late to join Banks Brass Band, a friendly non-contesting band near Southport. All players welcome particularly euphoniums, trombones and basses. Rehearsals: Mondays 8.00-9.30pm in the Hub@Banks community centre, PR9 8BL


Chinnor Silver

February 23 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting on MONDAY 2nd at 11am in our bandroom.. Join us for a relaxed friendly blow with coffee and cake as an added bonus.. Playing with us wont impact your No1 band so come along for a blow.


St Albans Brass Band

February 19 • TUNED PERCUSSION PLAYER Wanted. St Albans Band. Rehearsals Wednesdays 8 to 10pm. Varied programme of concerts, gigs and civic events throughout the year. Friendly, welcoming brass band. Experienced players and returners welcome. www.stalbansband.co.uk


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

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