News / 2024
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The Times it needs a changing for bands
January 06, 2024
A recent article in The Times newspaper touched upon the financial challenges faced by bands — although the successes were less prominent.
Ben and Em head for Oz
January 06, 2024
Tredegar baritone player Ben Stratford and partner Emily Brown head to Australia — although they will be keeping in touch with the Welsh champions.
Foden's set to enjoy new HaBiT in Towcester
January 06, 2024
The British Open and Brass in Concert Champion will head to Towcester for the outreach day.
Free Low Brass Days in Scotland look to inspire next generation
January 06, 2024
Two free Low Brass Days in Edinburgh and Elgin supported by Besson will aim to inspire new and existing players to opt for low brass instruments.
Thomas trio leave Cory with immediate effect
January 05, 2024
Chris, Sue and Daniel Thomas resign from the former world number 1 ranked band.
North West Area to kick off 2024 Regional Championships with big entry list
January 05, 2024
77 bands have entered the North West Regional Championships in Blackpool next month.
4BR Christmas quiz winner
January 05, 2024
A lucky player from Sandhurst Brasshoppers Training Band will learning on a Besson Prodige cornet thanks to the knowledge of their percussionist supporter.
Top Brass returns with James Morrison
January 05, 2024
The 'Wizard of Oz' returns on Radio 2 to present the very best of brass — including brass bands and soloists.
Silver Jubilee celebrations for Pope
January 05, 2024
Players past and present have been sending their congratulations to Alan Pope BEM as 2024 sees him notch up 25 years of inspirational leadership in Camborne.
Creative link builds musical Castles in London
January 04, 2024
An innovative musical collaboration between Regent Brass, Camden Youth Brass Band and Making Music hopes to create a long term musical link in the heart of London.
Wilson takes up new resident role at NASUWT Riverside
January 04, 2024
The experienced Duncan Wilson becomes the new Resident Musical Director at North of England Area champion, NASUWT Riverside.
Steely resolve boosts TATA return to Welsh banding
January 04, 2024
TATA Brass Band hopes to return to the contest arena in 2024 after a decade away after taking committed steps to rebuild over the last 12 months.
Heartfield tenure ends at Skelmanthorpe
January 04, 2024
The five year musical partnership between Martin Heartfield and Skelmanthorpe has come to an end.
New fees for BBP Registry
January 04, 2024
The new fee structure for the Brass Band Players Registry for 2024 has been announced — with cheque payments being phased out.
Player trio boosts ethos at VBS Poynton
January 04, 2024
A family trio of players boosts the confidence of Vernon Building Society Band ahead of the new season.
Death of David Evans
January 04, 2024
The death has been announced of David Evans, one of most respected administrators in the Welsh banding movement.
Countdown to Brassing Around concert
January 04, 2024
There is still time to bag a ticket for a great way to kick start your New Year of brass banding — and support the next generation of brass band reporters.
MBE accolade for Calvert
January 04, 2024
71 years of dedicated service to his band and community sees David Calvert honoured with the MBE.
American composer claims BrookWright double
January 03, 2024
A trombone choir work by Micah Roberts inspired by the cityscape of Cincinnati wins the 2023 Bookwright Composer prize.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 31st December
January 03, 2024
Chris Helme rounds off the year with some great brass band music
Geneva first for Five Lakes
January 02, 2024
The cornet section of the reigning US National, Open and Dublin Festival of Brass champion make a performance link with Geneva Instruments in the USA.
Band tickets now available for European Championships
January 02, 2024
The competing bands can now purchase tickets for the European Brass Band Championships in Palanga — with a second public issue due on 20th January.
