News / 2024
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BrookWright Music: The Nutcracker Suite (Tchaikovsky arr. Keith Wilkinson)
December 05, 2024
The perfect sound of the festive season ready to be performed in concert.
Hamlyn Foundation to provide endowment to support Liverpool youth
December 05, 2024
A multi million pound endowment will enable the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic to carry on its work inspiring young musicians in its region.
Composers offered pathway to Eisteddfod prize
December 05, 2024
There is an opportunity for composers to write for chamber ensemble as part of a new pathway in Wales.
Soprano change at Cory
December 05, 2024
After playing with the Welsh band at the National Final and Brass in Concert, Martin Britt takes on the soprano role with Cory.
Purcell School to host Taster Day
December 05, 2024
The Purcell School will host a Woodwind, Brass & Percussion 'Taster Day' in January.
New principal lead at Lanner
December 05, 2024
Elliott Smith takes on the principal cornet role at Lanner & District Band as new MD makes signings
Friary ensures audience enjoys musical brew
December 05, 2024
Friary Brass reconnected with its brewery origins to provide some early seasonal entertainment in Surrey.
Harper passion ignites Italian progress
December 04, 2024
Philip Harper's recent trip to Rome adds to the musical experience and development of the Italian Brass Band.
Slide Action claims BBC Music Magazine accolade
December 04, 2024
The debut CD release from the Slide Action trombone quartet is the December Recording of the Month in the BBC Music Magazine.
Fond horn farewell and warm welcome at Brighouse
December 04, 2024
Brighouse & Rastrick Band has said a fond farewell to horn player Trevor McCormick but welcomes new player Alice Clarke.
New year progress to be finally made on Todmorden Bandstand
December 04, 2024
The Grade 2 listed structure could finally be revitalised after local council gains ownership
BBE closed for festive period
December 04, 2024
The offices of Brass Bands England will be closed from 20th December — opening on 6th January.
Bon Accord to honour inspirational founder
December 04, 2024
The Bon Accord Band will unveil a plaque to honour their founder conductor Stewart Watson MBE in Aberdeen.
Royal Welsh students to bring festive cheer in Cardiff
December 04, 2024
The Royal Welsh College Brass Band will round off 2024 with a special lunchtime concert at the Hoddinott Hall in the heart of the Welsh capitol.
Smith & Grezzy Big Chat Brass podcast: Latest episode out now
December 04, 2024
The podcast pairing discuss the 'Golden Rules' of banding
Cardiff offers warm welcome for UniBrass Championships
December 02, 2024
Cardiff University will offer two halls, great facilities and a warm pub welcome to students players and performers in February.
Hillary appointment brings anniversary excitement for Poynton
December 02, 2024
Acclaimed video game conductor Tom Hillary brings excitement to 200th celebrations for VBS (Poynton).
Result: 2024 Belgium National Championships
December 02, 2024
Brass Band Willebroek retains their Belgian title to book their berth in Stavanger, as section awards go to Brassband Bacchus, Brassband Panta Rhei, Brassband Zuid-Limburg and Academic Brass Band in Heist-op-den-Berg.
Major rule changes for National Championships of Great Britain
November 29, 2024
New borrowed players rules and qualification numbers for Cheltenham and London come into force from 1st January.
Black Dyke's Bliss nominated in Presto Classical Music Awards
November 28, 2024
The critically acclaimed Chandos recording is nominated as one of the 100 Classical Music Recordings of the Year.
New youth band launched by the cooperation band
November 28, 2024
The Scottish champion will launch its brand new youth band this weekend in Scotland — and it has open doors to young players.
Belgian bands prepare for National challenges
November 28, 2024
16 will take part in the 44th Belgian National Championships this weekend.
Whitburn to return to Keli stage
November 28, 2024
Whitburn Band will be part of a welcome return of Martin Green's explosive stage production of 'Keli'.
Peripatetic battle continues in Scotland
November 28, 2024
Accusations of betrayal ramp up rhetoric in hope that Scottish Government will intervene to protect music services.
Judges announced for 2025 Scottish Championships
November 28, 2024
The judges who will pick the all important Cheltenham and Albert Hall qualifiers in Perth have been announced.
