News / 2023
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Brass Band World magazine: Latest edition out now
September 22, 2023
The latest edition of Brass BAND World magazine is now out — covering the British Open Championships and a preview of next month's Royal Albert Hall showdown.
Youth boost to latest International Summer Brass Band Camp in Germany
September 22, 2023
30 children took part in the latest ISBBC Summer Camp in Germany as the brass band movement continues to sow the musical seeds for the future.
180 not out...
September 22, 2023
The Amersham Band recently celebrated its 180th anniversary with a performance that recalled their first contest against rival opponents...
Kirkintilloch pioneer Dementia Friends link
September 22, 2023
The Kirkintilloch Band has become one of the first 'Dementia Friends' brass bands in country following a pioneering visit and training from Alzheimer Scotland.
Room legacy celebrated
September 21, 2023
The 50th anniversary of the Cheshire County Youth Band proved to be a celebration of a remarkable musical legacy.
Hepworth welcomes new flugel signing
September 21, 2023
Adam Hofland-Ward has been permanently signed by Hepworth Band.
UniBrass Championships start exam prep
September 21, 2023
The 2024 UniBrass Championships are set to take place in February next year — but the homework is already being done to make it a success.
Friary set for 40th anniversary
September 21, 2023
Friary Brass will mark its 40th anniversary next month with a special celebratory concert.
RWCMD Cory Band Composition Prize finalists announced
September 21, 2023
Works by French, American, Welsh and Finnish composers will look to claim the RWCMD Cory Band Composition Prize 2023.
SWBBA Championships to celebrate 75th anniversary with numbers
September 20, 2023
The annual South West Brass Band Association Championships will take place in Torquay next month — with a special anniversary celebration.
British Open contests to adopt Brass Band Players Registry rules
September 18, 2023
The British Open and Spring Festival Contests will use the Brass Band Players Ltd with immediate effect.
Report & Result: 2023 National Championships of Great Britain: Second Section
September 17, 2023
Whitworth Vale & Healey enjoy their trip to the Swiss lakes to finally end their long wait for a National title success.
Report & Result: 2023 National Championships of Great Britain: Third Section
September 17, 2023
Porthleven Town find the winning formula on 'The Lost Village of Imber' to claim the National title in Cheltenham and join the bands on a very special Cornish honours board
Report & Result: 2023 National Championships of Great Britain: First Section
September 16, 2023
Ebbw Valley catch fire to take the First Section National title back to Wales and complete their Cheltenham Grand Slam.
Report & Result: 2023 National Championships of Great Britain: Fourth Section
September 16, 2023
A fantastic performance full of quality and control — and maybe a pinch of contesting Karma helps Newhall claim the Fourth Section National title.
2024 Area test-pieces revealed
September 16, 2023
Music from Philip Sparke, Eric Ball, Christopher Bond and Alan Fernie will test the bands at the 2024 Regional Championships.
World Rankings: September update
September 16, 2023
Foden's edge closer to number 1 spot following their impressive victory in Birmingham last weekend.
Ev-entz on hand at Cheltenham for a little bit of everything
September 15, 2023
The team from Ev-entz will be at Cheltenham this weekend with bags and bags of great deals to take home with you.
Global artist and ambassador boost for Denis Wick
September 15, 2023
A new raft of high-profile soloists, conductors and educators around the world join Denis Wick as international artists and ambassadors.
Leading composers commissioned by Elgar International Brass Band Summer School
September 15, 2023
An innovative music commissioning strategy sees Philip Sparke, Lucy Pankhurst and Alan Fernie write new works for the 2024 Elgar International Brass Band Summer School.
Rooms for you and your groups at Cheltenham and beyond
September 15, 2023
The hotel specialists are wishing their clients all the best in Cheltenham this weekend — but also reminding them that 2024 is just around the corner...
Thundersley celebration for a special bandsman
September 15, 2023
The Thundersley Band will giving their musical thanksgiving for the life, friendship and brilliant talent of their much missed player Mathew Schroeter in a forthcoming concert.
Open success for Mercer & Barker leads to Cheltenham
September 15, 2023
The mouthpiece makers are heading to Cheltenham determined to enjoy yet more success at the National Championships.
Frank Hodges steps down from British Open controller role
September 15, 2023
Frank Hodges steps down from his contest controller role with the British Open and Spring Festival with immediate effect.
Youth quartet investment by Denis Wick
September 15, 2023
Denis Wick Products is linking up with four talented young performers with an eye to an ambassadorial future.
