News / 2023
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Drury service to start at Clackmannan
January 15, 2023
Paul Drury has taken over the baton at Clackmannan District Band following the decision of Ross Brotherston to step down.
Death of Chris Mellows
January 15, 2023
The death has been reported of the former Ransome & Marles cornet player.
Interview with Ulf Rosenberg
January 14, 2023
4BR talks to the President of the European Brass Band Association as contesting returns across the continent and the EBBA flagship championships visit Sweden.
West of England Area judges announced
January 12, 2023
The judges who will make the all important Area qualification decisions in Torquay in March have been announced.
1OB looks forward with new additions
January 12, 2023
1st Old Boys Band look towards an exciting 2023 season boosted by additions in front and behind the stands.
Tredegar looks towards Fountain link at RNCM boosted by new signing
January 12, 2023
Tredegar returned to the New Year with Fountain focus for the RNCM and a new tuba player to add to the team.
Halifax Minster set for youth extravaganza
January 12, 2023
Elland Silver Youth & Training Bands, Dobcross Youth Band, HD9 Youth Band and Red Admiral Youth Band are getting get ready for a fantastic day of music making at Halifax Minster.
Chelmsford look to new era
January 12, 2023
The Chelmsford Band is looking to start a new musical era after six fine years under Alex Campbell's baton.
Staffs rooms for additions to Area ranks
January 12, 2023
Bethan Brown and Bo-Rong Li join Staffordshire Band as they prepare to defend Midlands First Section Area title.
Adopt a Music Creator 2023 pairings announced
January 12, 2023
Composer Robin Fielder will work with Camden Brass and Regent Brass Bands as part of the annual scheme to promote leisure-time music making.
Watership visit for Wade
January 12, 2023
Sheona Wade will make a return visit to Watership Brass in Newbury a quarter of a century from her first visit.
Purple Reign, Purple Reign...
January 11, 2023
Nobody needed Prince to remind them that 2022 was the year in which Brighouse & Rastrick reigned supreme at the British Open and Brass in Concert.
Job opportunities at Brass Bands England
January 11, 2023
BBE is looking to appoint a Projects Officer and a Graphic Designer to join their team.
London & SC Area judges announced
January 11, 2023
There will be an experienced team of judges making the National Final qualification decisions at Stevenage in March.
European Championship ticket sale date announced
January 09, 2023
Tickets for the European Brass Band Championships will go on sale to the general public from 25th January.
Foden's head north for Red Priest connection
January 09, 2023
Members of Foden's Band linked up with Westoe Band as the North East band start their 'Red Priest' Area preparations.
Yorkshire announces judges and schedule
January 09, 2023
The schedule and the judges in the box at Huddersfield in March have been announced.
Limited places at Youth Championships
January 09, 2023
There are only limited places available for the National Youth Championships of Great Britain.
Perc insight and tips from Cory stars
January 09, 2023
Steve Jones and Ali Woodman have been talking all things percussion with Matty Roberts on the latest 'Percussion Discussion' video podcast.
Heritage & Innovation contributors sought by BBE
January 09, 2023
Brass Bands England is looking to connect with leading researchers, historians and personalities to make presentations at its 2023 Brass Band Conference.
Busy start to 2023 for Wantage
January 09, 2023
There is an immediate new year focus of musical attention for Wantage Band as they look forward to concert and contest appearances boosted by new signing.
Brass Bands Archive to reopen to the public
January 09, 2023
A new home offers an exciting future for the Brass Bands Archive — opening in March with a special exhibition.
Hammonds' New Year Fayre launched in Scarborough
January 09, 2023
Hammonds' launch new CD and acknowledge achievements as they open 2023 with their annual visit to Scarborough.
Chet's free Open Day for Brass and Percussion
January 07, 2023
There is a great opportunity to find out what Chetham's School of Music has to offer with a free Open Day for brass and percussion in March.
Brindle to lead Bradford
January 07, 2023
The experienced Gareth Brindle will lead City of Bradford Band at the Yorkshire Area and Grand Shield contests.
