News / 2025
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Relaunch sees City of Bristol reach out to the community
February 10, 2025
The newly relaunched City of Bristol Community Band is offering a great musical experience for payers of all ages and abilities.
Report & Results: 2025 Dalmellington Slow Melody Contest
February 10, 2025
Great support and playing featured in annual Dalmellington slow melody spotlight
Pleasing entry for ODDA own choice contest
February 10, 2025
There will be 36 bands showcasing their regional championship preparations at the ODBBA Contest later this month.
Gregson and Graham on Fully Scored podcasts
February 10, 2025
Two of the banding movement's leading composers are featured on the Fully Scored podcast series.
Welsh conductor charged with sex offences
February 10, 2025
Former Welsh Conductor of the Year Gareth Ritter will stand trial later this year.
Life Award recognition for Anne Crookston
February 10, 2025
The leading adjudicator is given a surprise presentation at a recent joint concert in the heart of the Scottish capital.
New adjudication line-up for Midlands
February 10, 2025
There has been a late chance to the adjudication teams for the Midlands Regional Championships
Report & Results: 2025 Norwegian National Championships
February 08, 2025
Manger return to the top of the winner's rostrum in Bergen for the first time since 2010 with a stunning victory under Allan Withington.
Oldroyd interest boosts ethos
February 06, 2025
The new range of Oldroyd instruments is already making a mark.
Welsh youth to perform at UniBrass Championships
February 05, 2025
The South Wales Youth Band will provide extra entertainment ahead of the results at the UniBrass Championships in Cardiff next weekend.
NYBBGB looks to next generation Artistic lead
February 05, 2025
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is looking to appoint a new Director of Artistic Planning.
Wyss to lead Northop numbers in Swansea
February 05, 2025
Thomas Wyss will lead Northop Silver and its new signings at the Welsh Regional Championships
Foden's enjoy another Armagh visit
February 05, 2025
Foden's make their 24th visit to Armagh to inspire players and entertain audiences.
BrookWright Music: Two-gether (Kenneth Downie)
February 05, 2025
A super collection of four hymns and spirituals to add to your small ensemble catalogue playing.
Monsters, beasts and spirits set to elevate Regent Brass
February 05, 2025
Regent Brass will team up with artists and storyteller Phoenix Fry for a pioneering artistic BBE Elevate partnership.
Pemberton Solo & Ensemble Contest returns
February 05, 2025
There is a welcome return for the popular contest with the hope that it will attract lots of entries.
Half century return for Steve Pritchard-Jones
February 05, 2025
Steve Pritchard-Jones returns to Porthywaen Silver Band half a century after he first started his musical journey with them.
Spennymoor to host Regional showcase
February 05, 2025
Four bands will showcase the Area test-pieces they will perform before the big day in Durham
Bergen ready for National challengers
February 05, 2025
80 bands are lined up to compete at the Norwegian National Championships this weekend — and 4BR will be there to bring you the action as it unfolds.
Job opportunities on offer at BBE
February 05, 2025
Brass Bands England is looking for a Learning Coordinator and someone to fill a Contract for Services: Safeguarding role.
Iles and Mortimer Medals for Holland and Renshaw
February 05, 2025
The outstanding service to the brass band movement of conductors Paul Holland and Louise Renshaw will be marked with the presentation of the Iles Medal and Mortimer Medals.
Moore ready to Shift
February 05, 2025
The much anticipated new solo CD from trombone virtuoso Peter Moore will be released on 21st March.
Gilchrist provides milestone moment for Whitburn
February 05, 2025
The long term strategy of developing playing talent from the very first notes is has paid off in brass for Whitburn with the signing of 19 year old Ross Gilchrist
Ritter resigns from conducting roles
February 05, 2025
Gareth Ritter has resigned from his conducting roles with Ebbw Valley Brass and Lydbrook Bands.
Diversion tactics at Dobcross for KNDS Fairey
February 05, 2025
There will be a sneak preview of Fairey's preparations on the Area test-piece as they bring their Showcase Entertainment to Dobcross.
