News / 2024
Page 32 of 58
MBE accolade for Beckley
June 15, 2024
It has been announced in the King's Birthday Honours that conductor Duncan Beckley is to be presented with the MBE for Services to Music.
Maths and music make space for listeners in Florida
June 14, 2024
A remarkable combination of geometric maths and music making will see Brass Band of Central Florida provide listeners with a unique sonic experience over 23 acres this weekend.
Manger shows courage to inspire next generation of players
June 13, 2024
Manger Musikklag has linked with the next generation of potential players with its first 'KorpsMOT' initiative.
Tredegar set to travel to royal centres of musical learning
June 13, 2024
Ian Porthouse to lead his band to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and the Royal College of Music for concerts featuring Philip Sparke's Euro test-piece.
Brabbins takes Malmo lead
June 13, 2024
Martyn Brabbins has been announced as the new Chief Conductor of the Malmo Symphony Orchestra.
BUMA Award for Dijkstra and Hindmarsh
June 13, 2024
Jappie Dijkstra and Paul Hindmarsh are to be the joint recipients of the prestigious 2024 BUMA Wind Music Award.
Daws featured on Gates CD recording
June 13, 2024
Isobel Daws will be featured performing Dorothy Gates' 'Servant of Peace' on a forthcoming CD release by Brighouse & Rastrick Band
Still time to join tuba play day in Edinburgh
June 13, 2024
Why not take your tuba and join the musical fun at the Scottish International Tuba Festival (SITF) Play Day later this month.
Argente joins Adjudicator Association
June 13, 2024
Royal Welsh College Head of Brass Roger Argente is the latest addition to the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.
Worsbrough demise sends chill reminder of banding challenges
June 13, 2024
Worsbrough Brass in Yorkshire closes its musical doors after 30 years.
Lovatt to be featured nice and Ely with Littleport
June 13, 2024
The high wire trumpet star will be featured in a cocnert at Ely Cathedral this weekend — as Littleport Band showcases world premiere and organ finisher.
Skipsey lead at Milnrow comes to an end
June 13, 2024
The musical partnership between Lee Skipsey and Milnrow Band has reached its final chord.
BrookWright Music: I Was Glad (Hubert Parry trs. Andrew Wainwright)
June 13, 2024
The latest release from BrookWright Music brings a touch of majesty to any concert programme.
Welsh banding gains positive spotlight on youth investment
June 12, 2024
The challenges faced by Welsh banding in investing in the next generation of youth has gained a positive national news spotlight.
Paris opt for Belgian double to lead
June 12, 2024
Glenn Van Looy and Tim De Maeseneer are the new Musical Directors at Paris Brass Band.
Report & Result: 2024 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune
June 12, 2024
The Mossley Band claims the march and hymn tune honours in Blackburn
Union concerns as local authority considers music service cost cutting measures
June 12, 2024
Scotland's largest teaching union has raised concerns after East Ayrshire Council considers outsourcing its music service provision.
Come fly with us...
June 12, 2024
The Eagley Band gains generous sponsorship support as they head towards their 175th anniversary.
Cooper calls time at East of England Co-op
June 12, 2024
The musical partnership between Nigel Cooper and East of England Co-operative Band is to come to an end.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 9th June
June 12, 2024
Chris Helme brings us music to mark the commemoration of D Day.
Report & Results: 2024 Wetherby Drovers March & Hymn Contest
June 10, 2024
Fishburn are the happiest of Drovers as they retain their title in fine fashion on their return visit to West Yorkshire.
Sunshine, smiles and sunglasses launch BBE Brass Band Week
June 10, 2024
Hopefully it will be a week of great weather, music making and increased community profile from 6th — 14th July.
What is a true Championship Section band?
June 10, 2024
That's the question explored in the latest episode of the Smith & Grezzy podcast series.
Latest edition of Brass Band World magazine out now
June 10, 2024
The June issue of Brass Band World magazine is packed full of views and opinions, features and reviews.
4BR Quiz: Pick your 11 for the Euros
June 09, 2024
To win a dug out full of the latest CDs all you have to do is link the brass band composer with their Euro nation team...
