News / 2023
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Happy Christmas and Quiz time from Band Supplies and Besson
December 23, 2023
Band Supplies wishes its customers a very Happy Christmas as well as teaming up with Besson to offer another great 4BR festive quiz prize.
Yamaha stars lead musical inspiration in Utrecht
December 23, 2023
Russell Gray, Simone Rebello, Senne La Mela, Arfon Owen and Armin Bachmann led a special Yamaha Band Clinic in Utrecht earlier this month.
Barton becomes new principal at Leyland
December 23, 2023
Lewis Barton become the first major signing of the new Daniel Brooks era at Leyland Band
Lithuanian Badge of Honour for Vilys
December 23, 2023
The inspirational work of Remigijijus Vilys in promoting the brass band movement has been recognised with the presentation of the highest accolade from the Lithuanian Ministry of Culture.
Year of the Dragon in Belgium
December 23, 2023
'A Dragon's Tale' by composer Filip Ceunen wins the 2023 VLAMO Composition Contest for Fanfare Bands.
The best banding Christmas present ever?
December 22, 2023
A trio of anonymous donations amounting to £350,000 will enable St David's Brass to secure their musical future in the heart of their community for generations to come.
Quintet honoured with SBBA Life Membership
December 22, 2023
Five outstanding musicians have been honoured by becoming Life Members of the Scottish Brass Band Association.
Culross returns to WFEL Fairey
December 22, 2023
Iain Culross makes a return to Stockport as he takes the principal cornet seat.
Learning workshops add to SBBA annual general meeting
December 22, 2023
There is a great chance to add skills and knowledge to your bands 2024 outlook at the Scottish Brass Bands Association AGM.
Cooper takes lead at Central England
December 21, 2023
The experienced Stephen Cooper is the new Musical Director of Brass Band of Central England
Fancy being a judge in Yorkshire?
December 21, 2023
The Young Adjudicators Scheme returns for the Yorkshire Regional Championships — and you can enjoy the experience.
Pondashers celebrate titles, awards and dedicated service
December 20, 2023
Black Dyke Band round off a memorable year by handing out their own awards in front of their supporters.
Brooks returns home to take the baton at Leyland
December 19, 2023
Daniel Brooks returns to his former hometown band as he becomes the new Musical Director at Leyland.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 17th December
December 19, 2023
Lots of festive music from Chris Helme to enjoy to put you in the Christmas mood.
Special Radio 3 feature for Mead
December 19, 2023
Steven Mead will host a special Radio 3 'Inside Music' programme in February.
Awards and treats for Foden's patrons and players
December 19, 2023
Mike Warriner, Terri Yates and Gary Curtin receive well deserved recognition at Foden's annual Christmas Concert.
Catalyst boost for free instrumental tuition in Scotland
December 19, 2023
The latest annual report from the Instrumental Music Services in Scotland shows a substantial increase in demand for instrumental tuition throughout the nation.
Rainford honour Hodges and Upton
December 19, 2023
Over 130 years of joint service to the banding movement by Frank Hodges and Phil Upton has been recognised by Rainford Band.
New home for Friary
December 19, 2023
A new home offers added benefits to Friary Brass Band as they also say welcome and goodbye to players.
Arnold and Enderby in concert
December 19, 2023
The Malcolm Arnold Society has released the video recording of its concert featuring the Enderby Band.
Bandamonium launches March Composition competition
December 19, 2023
There is the chance to win a great cash prize by writing a march for the award winning event in Devon.
Nordic quartet to write Euro test pieces for 2025
December 19, 2023
Four Norwegian composers will write the set-works for the European Championships in Stavanger in 2025.
New four for 2024 for Eccles
December 18, 2023
Four new players join the ranks of Eccles Borough Brass as they look forward to the new contesting year.
Black Dyke and Hofs claim BBW CD of the Year accolades
December 18, 2023
National Champion and German trumpet star claim the first two major CD awards of 2023.
Porthouse takes lead at Bradford
December 18, 2023
Harry Porthouse takes on the principal cornet role with City of Bradford Band.
