News / 2022
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Daws claims Academy role
January 27, 2022
Trombone player Isobel Daws has won a position at the Berlin Philharmonic's prestigious Karajan Academy in Berlin.
Interview with Jessica Sneeringer
January 26, 2022
We chat to the Musical Director of Athena Brass in the USA — a remarkable brass band with an unique ethos.
Wednesday interview with Prof Nicholas Childs
January 26, 2022
We talk to Black Dyke Director Music, Prof Nicholas Childs about the programme his band will perform at the forthcoming RNCM Brass Band Festival in Manchester.
Scottish Young Musicians launches ensemble competition
January 26, 2022
A new ensemble competition open to local authority, independent schools and brass bands has been launched in Scotland.
Brass in Concert stalwart takes final bow
January 26, 2022
The hugely respected David Bennett has retired form the Brass in Concert Championships.
UniBrass looks for project manager for exciting initiative
January 26, 2022
The UniBrass Foundation is looking for a Project Manager for its latest Artist in Association programme initiative.
2022 West of England Area Championships cancelled
January 25, 2022
Contest organisers forced to cancel Area Championships in Torquay as NHS extends use of International Conference Centre at short notice.
Tuesday interview with Adam Cooke
January 25, 2022
We chat to Adam Cooke, Musical Director of the WFEL Fairey Band ahead of their performance at the forthcoming RNCM Brass Band Festival.
Transformed Wareham cherishes composer memories at Black Dyke
January 24, 2022
Andy Wareham has spoken of his gratitude towards Prof Philip Wilby, Prof Nicholas Childs and the team at Black Dyke for making him a much more sophisticated composer.
Whitburn excited by landmark anniversary concert with Mike Lovatt
January 24, 2022
It will be well worth the wait in West Lothian early next month as Whitburn Band gets to finally perform with trumpet star Mike Lovatt.
Monday interview with David Thornton
January 24, 2022
We speak to the MD of Grimethorpe Colliery Band and the conductor of the RNCM Brass Band about the repertoire they will perform at the RNCM Brass Band Festival this weekend.
Conductors ready for Weston challenge
January 24, 2022
Six talented finalists will take part in the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Weston Conductors' Competition this weekend — and you can be there to enjoy the action.
Early Bird sales at Band Supplies
January 24, 2022
If you are up nice and early you can bag yourself a great second hand deal from Band Supplies in plenty of time for the Regional Championships.
Brooks to lead Northop Silver at Area
January 23, 2022
Daniel Brooks will head from Yorkshire to Wales to lead Northop Silver at Welsh Regional Championships
Interview with Peter Bassano
January 23, 2022
We catch up with professional trombonist Peter Bassano to talk about great music, great conductors, great musicians, great stories and recording 'Hey Jude' with The Beatles...
Tredegar makes National link to help inspire next brass generation
January 22, 2022
The Welsh champion has linked up with the National Orchestra of Wales for an ongoing outreach programme that looks to inspire youngster to take up brass playing.
Brass Band World magazine: Latest edition out now
January 22, 2022
The New Year January edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out — and there is plenty to enjoy.
Enjoy the British Open highlights
January 22, 2022
Although there is no delayed contest this weekend you can still enjoy highlights from 2004 — and Foden's famous victory.
Welsh Open attracts cross border rivals for entertainment battle
January 22, 2022
There is a great line-up of bands from both sides of Offa's Dyke that will lock horns for the 24th Welsh Open Entertainment Contest in Newport next month.
Artist looks forward to cool brass band connection
January 22, 2022
The award winning artist Emily Peasgood will link up with the Oxted Band for an exciting 'Adopt a Music Creator' project.
Timpani revisions added for Facets of Glass
January 22, 2022
The Third Section Area test-piece has been further revised.
Looking to transform your fundraising activities?
January 22, 2022
Brass Bands England will be hosting a special webinar to help open the doors to fund streams for bands.
Harper to swap batons to help transform futures
January 22, 2022
Philip Harper will conduct the massed ranks of orchestra and choir for his new work that will help celebrate the transformation of future lives in the city of Bristol.
Weekend interview with Mark Heron
January 22, 2022
We speak with Mark Heron, Head of Conducting at the Royal Northern College of Music about ConductIT — a comprehensive set of free digital learning resources aimed at helping aspiring conductors at all levels.
Live broadcast coverage of UniBrass Championships announced
January 21, 2022
Both the UniBrass Trophy and Shield competitions can be enjoyed with a live broadcast from the event this year.
