News / 2024
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Strong entertainment entry for Troon
August 15, 2024
Kirkintilloch will return to Troon later this month to defend their West of Scotland Entertainment Contest title against a strong field of rivals.
Halstead takes lead at Hyde
August 15, 2024
Ben Halstead has been appointed as the new MD at Hyde Band
Police busy in Wales
August 15, 2024
The South Wales Police Band under their MD Alex McGee has enjoyed a busy musical summer.
Ashworth gives Besses boost in determination
August 15, 2024
The appointment of the experienced David W Ashworth has brought increased optimism as well as new signings to the famous Besses o' th' Barn Band.
Parkhill transformed by King experience
August 15, 2024
Joshua Parkhill has described his recent association with Prof David King and the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain as transformational.
Long playing slice of Evans history helps future NYBBS youngsters
August 15, 2024
Sales from an 1986 LP recording of Kirkintilloch Band directed by the late great Richard Evans will help future generations of young players attend the annual NYBBS Summer Course.
BrookWright Music: Pachelbel for Brass — Canon in D (Pachelbel arr. William Himes)
August 15, 2024
The latest release from BrookWright Music is a superbly crafted arrangement of Pachelbel's famous 'Canon in D'.
City of Bristol weaves Sonic Threads to Elevate artistic scope
August 13, 2024
The City of Bristol Band will link in artistic collaboration with the Sonic Threads Duo to bring the music of east and west together as part of BBE's Elevate programme.
Best course ever for global friends in Swansea
August 13, 2024
Prof Nicholas Childs hails the 32nd International Brass Band Summer School as the best yet as 120 delegates from across the globe enjoyed the sun, fun and music making in South Wales.
Pop up extra at Brass Bands Archive Volunteer Day
August 13, 2024
A special pop-up exhibition will provide extra information and insight to volunteers who wish to explore and help curate the Brass Bands Archive in Huddersfield.
Awards and accolades for NYBBS young performers
August 13, 2024
The young players of the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have gained well deserved awards and accolades for their music making on their Summer Course.
ISB add to Graham attractions on National weekend
August 13, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will present a concert of the music of Peter Graham just across the road from the Albert Hall on the eve of the National Final.
Euph trio prepare for Jeju final
August 13, 2024
Lorenz Havermans, Domenico Cima and Thomas Dubois will compete for the prestigious Euphonium Competition title at the Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival.
Lovatt's Brass Pack heads to Snape
August 10, 2024
If you want to hear the wonderful music of Ella Fitzgerald sung by the superb Louise Clare Marshall backed by Mike Lovatt's Brass Pack then make sure you don't miss out.
Top Elgar trio added to Wobplay platform
August 10, 2024
You can now enjoy at home what a sold out audience were thrilled by from Brighouse & Rastrick, Cory and Foden's at the recent Elgar International Festival of Brass.
Taylor made for Carlton Main
August 10, 2024
Claire Taylor is announced as the new principal cornet of Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band
King and Fountain bring antipodean flavour to Blackburn with NYBBGB
August 10, 2024
Prof David King and James Fountain will lead a National Youth Band programme packed with Australian and New Zealand musical colours to Blackburn Cathedral later today.
NYBBS ready for Evans tribute
August 09, 2024
Bands from across the world will join the trio of National Youth Bands of Scotland this weekend for a musical tribute to the late great Richard Evans.
Bursary help for bands wishing to attend BBE Conference
August 09, 2024
Brass Bands England announce that it can help a limited number of bands wishing to attend its Brass Band Conference later this year.
New additions boost Conductors' Association
August 09, 2024
New members add to the sense of optimism at the Brass Band Conductors' Association.
Book early for the major banding attractions
August 09, 2024
Rooms4groups has plenty of great offers on hotel packages for the major events of 2024 and 2025.
Cory adds recording prizes to their solo and ensemble attractions
August 09, 2024
There are some attractive prizes to entice those wishing to take part in the inaugural Cory Solo & Ensemble Competition
Leeds Best of Brass line-up announced
August 08, 2024
The eight bands who will provide the concert entertainment for the 2024/25 Leeds Best of Brass series have been announced.
On-line additions to BBE Conference
August 08, 2024
There are a trio of interesting on-line fringe attractions to add to the build up to this year's Brass Band Conference.
Pendel Praise...
August 08, 2024
Pendel Brass in the USA will be hosting a special reading day open to all that want to find out more about the inspirations of musical praise.
