News / 2024
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Superbrass Saturday: Red Hot Pepper Stomp (Jelly Roll Morton arr. Jock McKenzie)
December 21, 2024
Why not spice up your band concert programmes with a Jelly Roll Morton New Orleans classic?
Celebratory ale brewed to mark Tewkesbury 50th anniversary
December 21, 2024
A special 'Fifty' Golden Ale has been brewed to help locals celebrate the 50th anniversary of Tewkesbury Band.
UniBrass runners rack up the miles for money
December 21, 2024
Eight superfit runners are pounding the roads to raise money to help with the hosting of the 2025 UniBrass Championships in Cardiff next February.
New Year resolutions catered for by Doodles
December 21, 2024
If you want to get your mouthpiece in tip top shape for 2025 then make sure you get in touch with Dave Houghton at Doodles.
BrookWright Music: Alegria — Joyful (Barrie Gott)
December 20, 2024
A foot tapping samba to enjoy from from teh pen of the great Barrie Gott
New trio welcomed at Tyldesley
December 20, 2024
Three new players have joined the ranks of Tyldesley Band in time of New Year challenges.
Leyland provide Festive Brass entertainment
December 20, 2024
You can enjoy plenty of festive entertainment from Leyland's recnet concert in Chorley thanks to Next Step Films.
Black Dyke In Tune today on Radio 3
December 20, 2024
Black Dyke Band will appear on 'In Tune — The Christmas Edition' later today
Moore to bring trio to Manchester
December 20, 2024
Peter Moore will be joined by Anna Huntley and Michael McHale in a recital concert at Stoller Hall in January.
Brindle replaces Baker for Elland Area challenge
December 18, 2024
The experienced Gareth Brindle will take Elland Silver Band at the Yorkshire Regional Championships following the departure of Brett Baker.
Yamaha stars inspire European youth
December 18, 2024
The latest weekend of Yamaha Young Band Clinics saw stars Arfon Owen, Margie Antrobus, Russell Gray and Armin Bachmann inspire players in Heerenveen and Utrecht.
Celebration and competition for bands at French National
December 18, 2024
17 bands will compete at the 20th anniversary French National Championships in Metz in February.
Eagley bring festive spirit to Bolton
December 18, 2024
There was literally no room in the hall for Eagley Band's 'Bing to Buble' recent Christmas Concert.
Knight takes new teaching role
December 18, 2024
Tuba star Ross Knight joins Ian Bousfield and Thomas Ruedi in working at the Hochschule der Kunste Bern HKB.
Ensembles announced for Euro Conductors Competition
December 17, 2024
Sola Brass, the Insimul ensemble and Stavanger Brass Band will provide the musical accompaniment for the candidates in the 8th European Conductors Competition
Sriram fundamentals now available to all
December 17, 2024
Shri Sriram passionate speech at the 2024 BBE Brass Band Conference can now be enjoyed on the organisation's Youtube channel.
Wilkinson steps down from regular banding commitments
December 17, 2024
Dr Keith Wilkinson has announced that he is to retire form his regular banding commitments.
Dallas Youth initiative enjoys successful start
December 17, 2024
Over 60 players have formed two ensembles as part of a youth initiative led by the Dallas Brass Band.
Cory past and present to celebrate 140th anniversary
December 17, 2024
The Cory Band will celebrate its 140th anniversary with a concert in Barry this weekend.
BrookWright Music: Adagietto from Symphony No.5 (Mahler arr. Keith M. Wilkinson)
December 17, 2024
Music from Mahler's great Fifth Symphony brought to life by Keith Wilkinson's arrangement.
Smith & Grezzy Big Chat podcast: Latest episode
December 17, 2024
The duo are joined by former Grimethorpe Colliery Band flugel star Mark Walters.
Death of Derek Greenwood
December 15, 2024
The death has been announced of the respected conductor Derek Greenwood.
Superbrass Saturday: Gaudete (Traditional arr. Jock McKenzie)
December 14, 2024
Makes sure your audience enjoys a touch of Wolf Hall meets Jock McKenzie with this energised concert piece.
British Open to build social media presence with new addition
December 14, 2024
Social Media Marketing Manager & Coordinator Elisabeth Rogers to work with bands and stakeholders to widen appeal of British Open events.
Rutter leaps back towards top of charts
December 14, 2024
The latest John Rutter — Brass at Christmas CD from Black Dyke and Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus is heading back towards the top of the classical music charts.
