News / 2023
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Roof support for Abbey
June 27, 2023
Abbey Brass will help raise funds for roof repairs for a local theatre with their latest local concert appearance.
Band Supplies Scottish Challenge reverts to own-choice format
June 27, 2023
Bands will have a free choice of works for the Bands Supplies Scottish Challenge Contest later this year.
Leyland honoured by euph addition
June 27, 2023
The Leyland Band enjoyed welcoming 90 year old Don Bateman to their euphonium section at their recent Armed Forces concert.
Worldwide themes for National Youth Bands
June 27, 2023
The players of the National Youth Brass Band and Childrens' Band will be given the chance to explore global issues with their exciting musical course themes.
Report & Result: 2023 Morley March & Hymn Contest
June 27, 2023
Imps take the Morley honours once more to enjoy their day out in the sun.
Report & Result: 2023 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune
June 26, 2023
Come rain and shine as Flixton Band enjoying getting soaked to claim the honours to send MD Matt Ryan off with fine victory.
The real Brassed Off...
June 25, 2023
There is a chance to hear from the director and to explore the real inspirations and lasting challenges faced by the communities behind the Brassed Off film.
New additions to Wobplay platform
June 24, 2023
Enjoy more great brass music added to the Wobplay.com platform — at home or on your mobile app.
Entries open for Willebroek Solo Competition
June 24, 2023
Brass players from across the globe can now enter the 2023 edition of the Brass Band Willebroek Solo Competition.
Garry Cutt to lead Halle Brass
June 24, 2023
One of the banding movement's most respected conductors will take to the stage next month to direct Halle Brass.
Funeral service for Simon Kinglsey
June 24, 2023
The funeral service for the respected trombone player Simon Kinglsey will be held on 29th June.
Oh we do like to be beside the seaside...
June 24, 2023
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will head on tour to the south coast in August to bring their musical entertainment to some great seaside venues.
Matt finish at Flixton
June 24, 2023
The five year musical partnership between Flixton Band and conductor Matt Ryan has come to an end.
Bugle award for Hunt
June 24, 2023
Phillip Hunt, one of the great supporting enthusiasts of the brass band movement gained a well deserved honour at the recent West of England Bandsmen's Festival in Bugle.
Report & Result: 2023 Kirkby Lonsdale March & Entertainments
June 24, 2023
Morecambe inspired by NASA ambition of 8 year old Aoife Porter to claim the entertainment honours in Cumbria on Father's Day.
Anniversary Hoot for Bon Accord 60th
June 24, 2023
The 60th anniversary of the Bon Accord Band was a real massed musical celebration.
Groves honour for Hazlewood
June 23, 2023
Conductor Charles Hazlewood is presented with the Sir Charles Groves Prize for his outstanding inclusive work with musicians.
New MD at City of Coventry
June 23, 2023
Lee Woodward takes over the baton at City of Coventry as David Nicholson steps down
Exciting new partnership for National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain
June 23, 2023
A musical connection to help develop understanding of the nature and climate crises sees the National Youth Band link with Sir Karl Jenkins and the Wildlife Trust.
Death of James Shepherd
June 23, 2023
The death has been announced of the legendary cornet player James Shepherd.
Stocksbridge to re-Unite for Full Monty thanks
June 23, 2023
The call has gone out for former Stocksbridge Band players to get back together for one night only to thank NHS staff...
Extended deadline for German Open
June 23, 2023
Bands wishing to take part in the German Open Championships have a bit more time to register their entries.
Newbould steps down from Old Silkstone role
June 23, 2023
George Newbould has stepped down from the role of Musical Director of the Yorkshire based Old Silkstone Band.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 18th June
June 23, 2023
More great music from across the banding world to enjoy through the warm summer days.
Muriel Newsome looks forward to celebrating 90th birthday
June 21, 2023
The wonderful Muriel Newsome will be 90 years of age next month — and would like to celebrate her birthday with plenty of brass band friends.
