News / 2022
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Welsh bands to discuss new festival
January 16, 2022
The South East Wales Brass Band Association will look to host a festival of brass later in the year.
Interview with John Maines
January 15, 2022
We catch up with with one of the inspirational figures behind the success of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain over the past 40 years or more..
Shanks take up residency at Reg Vardy
January 15, 2022
Chris Shanks has become the new Resident Conductor at Reg Vardy Band.
New horn addition at City of Cardiff
January 15, 2022
Tom Goodman becomes the latest addition to the ranks at City of Cardiff (Melingriffith).
No crisis for Irvine & Dreghorn with SUEZ boost
January 15, 2022
A fantastic funding boost from the SUEZ Communities Trust will ensure a great community future for the hard working Scottish band.
Kinneil quartet presented with Life Membership awards
January 15, 2022
Four stalwart players with UNISON Kinneil Band have been presented with their richly deserved Life Membership Awards by the Scottish Brass Band Association.
Swiss 'Beast' joins Mercer & Barker
January 15, 2022
The highly regarded Swiss bass trombonist Lionel Fumeaux is the latest high profile star to link up with the mouthpiece manufacturer.
GUS welcome new trombone signing
January 15, 2022
Matthew Brown makes the move from Carlton Main to GUS Band to take over as solo trombone.
Downs and ups for Abbey Brass (Abingdon)
January 15, 2022
The Fourth Section band from Oxfordshire has overcome a major set-back to get ready for action at Stevenage in March.
Death of Percy Dinsdale
January 15, 2022
The death has been announced of one of the stalwarts of York Railway Institute Band.
Norwegian Championships cancelled
January 14, 2022
The 2022 Norwegian National Championships have been cancelled due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions.
Rainford looks to build for the future with new sponsorship link
January 13, 2022
The Rainford Band has announced a new sponsorship partnership with local builders' merchant, Beesley & Fildes.
Media link for World Music Contest
January 13, 2022
The Kerkrade event has announced a live streaming and recording link with IBB Media Ltd.
New signing adds to Tylorstown ranks
January 13, 2022
The talented euphonium player Cari Jones will make her top section debut with Tylorstown Band at the Welsh Open.
Golborne look to add Area success to Butlins triumph
January 13, 2022
The Golborne Band will host a special Area Preview evening as they look to add the North West Regional title to their 2022 CV.
Eggleshaw humbled by Butlin's recognition
January 13, 2022
The brass banding career of Butlin's contest administrator Brian Eggleshaw was celebrated with a special award at the event — one that left him 'truly humbled'.
Combi tickets attract demand for European
January 12, 2022
2022 European Brass Band Championship Festival has been boosted by Combi-ticket demand.
Cory add to foundation team
January 12, 2022
The European champion brings in a new signing to their tuba team.
Gifford takes the helm at Blidworth
January 12, 2022
Alan Gifford is to become the new Musical Director at Blidworth Welfare Band.
Report & Result: 2021 Salford International Online Brass Soloist
January 12, 2022
There were some wonderful solo performances to consider for the judges as the Salford prizes went up for grabs.
New funding opportunities for Queen's Platinum celebrations
January 12, 2022
A special Jubilee Fund has been announced that can be accessed by bands wishing to help celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee later this year.
Maines connection ends at National Youth
January 12, 2022
John Maines steps down from 42 years of outstanding service to the National Youth Band of Great Britain.
BBE invite to help shape 'Banding for Life'
January 12, 2022
Brass Bands England is offering the opportunity for people to help shape the theme of 'Banding for Life' at the annual Brass Band Conference later in the year.
Butlin's solo mistake rectified as Smith takes award
January 11, 2022
Jamie Smith of Flowers Band will be presented with the Geoff Dove Soloist Award from the entertainment element of the Butlin's Championship Section contest after result mistake is rectified.
Report & Result: 2022 Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival: Championship Section
January 09, 2022
Flowers monopoly of Butlin's silverware is maintained as they claim a ninth title success in imposing fashion.
