News / 2024
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Radio: Sunday Bandstand 19th May
May 22, 2024
Chris Helme returns form his holiday break to bring you plenty of great brass band music.
Brass included in Kerkrade BLOW!
May 22, 2024
The WMC in Kerkrade will host its BLOW! Festival later this year.
And we will walk 35 miles
May 22, 2024
Scots duo to walk a tenth of the way to Cheltenham to help raise funds for Croy Silver.
New ticket sale date for Albert Hall National Final
May 22, 2024
The date to purchase tickets for the Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall has changed to this Friday.
Dixon becomes new MD at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
May 22, 2024
Former player Ben Dixon joins the musical team at Grimethorpe Colliery Band as their new Musical Director.
Holst anniversary to be celebrated with new recording
May 21, 2024
The 150th anniversary of the birth of Gustav Holst is being marked by a CD release by Tredegar Band featuring new editions of works.
Report & Result: 2024 NCBBA Entertainment Contest
May 21, 2024
Lochgelly bring James Bond back to musical life in Perth to claim their first Northern Counties BBA title.
New duo to lead at Kirkintilloch Kelvin
May 21, 2024
Mareika Gray and Mark James will spearhead the musical direction at Kirkintilloch Kelvin Band.
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Ruck steps down from Drybrook podium
May 21, 2024
Joshua Ruck will end his 12 year tenure with AW Parker (Drybrook) band in July.
Senior Trophy relegation details confirmed
May 20, 2024
Just one band will be relegated from the 2024 Senior Trophy as organisers seek to restore a 20 band field to its 2025 event.
Roberston heads home for musical weekend
May 18, 2024
Besson star Chris Robertson has a busy weekend of workshops and adjudications as he returns to Aberdeen and Perth.
Death of Keith Hollinshead
May 18, 2024
The death has been announced of the former player, conductor and administrator who played a central role in the British Open Championships.
Whit Friday emphasise Code of Practice to bands
May 18, 2024
Organisers state that if you wish to take part in the Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday contests, then please respect and follow the rules, guidelines and event Code of Practice.
Black Dyke Festival Workshops
May 17, 2024
There is the opportunity to work alongside the stars of Black Dyke Band at their 'Brass Festival' Day in Huddersfield in June.
Judges to set up discussion forum
May 17, 2024
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators is to set up a Contest Controllers' Forum with the aim of increasing dialogue and best practice.
Proms in the Playground gets song boost
May 16, 2024
If your band is taking part in the Proms in the Playground initiative this July — them make sure you find out more at a special drop in session with BBE today.
Smith and Grezzy Spring Festival chat...
May 16, 2024
The podcast lads are back to air their thoughts on the issues arising from the recent British Open Spring Festival in Blackpool.
Government congratulations for Eikanger
May 16, 2024
The Minister of Culture and Equality has congratulated the Norwegian champion on their success at the European Championships.
Elgar trio prepare for concert sell out
May 15, 2024
Tickets are going fast for the one-day triptych concert series featuring Foden's Brighouse & Rastrick and Cory in Bromsgrove in June.
Niece to see you to see you Niece...
May 15, 2024
John Barber enjoys a trombone family connection on his recent trip to be featured as guest soloist with Galashiels Town Band.
Ashworth takes baton at Besses
May 15, 2024
The experienced David Ashworth takes the helm at Besses o' th' Barn.
Fairy Tale finish for Broxburn
May 15, 2024
A wonderful youthful fairy tale will be brought to musical life this weekend by Broxburn & Livingston Band.
Change in ownership structure at Kapitol Promotions
May 15, 2024
Nicola Bland's shares in the owners of the National Finals are purchased by The Nicola Morris Trust.
New one way system for Grotton Whit Friday contest
May 15, 2024
A new one way system will be out in place for the Grotton Whit Friday Contest.
BBE fundraising Works for Buxton success
May 15, 2024
Burbage Band (Buxton) will be undertaking an exciting project thanks to the help of Brass Bands England's fundraising specialist.
