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Gregson

Dutch tribute to Gregson at National Championships

The 2025 Dutch National Championships will feature five major compositions from the pen of Edward Gregson to honour his 80th birthday.

April 13, 2025


NYBBGB

National Youth principals lead the way to Tidworth

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is working hard towards its Easter Course Concert this coming weekend.

April 13, 2025


Moore and Childs

Classical charts marked by Moore and Childs

The recent solo CD releases from Peter Moore and David Childs have made their mark on the wider musical world.

April 13, 2025


Antiphones

Antiphones heard from Black Dyke Band

The latest CD release from the Yorkshire Champion includes a reminder of Malmo and a concerto trip to Venice.

April 13, 2025


Stabanger

Foden's focus on Stavanger

The English representatives are fully focused on getting to and winning the European Championship title in Stavanger.

April 13, 2025


Dutch Open

Five packed days in Groningen

There are plenty of musical attractions on offer at the Groningen Brass Experience this June — incouding the Dutch Open Contest

April 13, 2025


Brighouse

Brighouse March & Hymn Tune Contest returns in July

The popular march and hymn tune event will be held in Brighouse in July, so get your entries in.

April 13, 2025


Fife

Fife entertainment festival returns

11 bands will provide the entertainment at the Fife Brass Band Festival later this month.

April 13, 2025


Constest

Report & Result: 2025 ConsTest Birmingham Open

Parc & Dare claim the own-choice honours in Birmingham as they 'Blitz' the opposition to take the title back to Wales.

April 12, 2025


Constest

Enjoy the ConsTest — live

You can enjoy a full day of contesting action from the ConsTest Championship in Birmingham in the comfort of your home.

April 12, 2025


Stavanger judges

Experienced adjudication line-ups for Stavanger

EBBA opt for musical experience in deciding the European titles in Stavanger next month.

April 11, 2025


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys Episode 6

The latest episode of the musings of the trio of North Wales bandsmen is now available to enjoy.

April 11, 2025


BBW

Brass Band World magazine: Latest edition out now

The latest edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out with plenty to sit back and enjoy reading.

April 11, 2025


Barrhead Burgh

Barrhead Burgh hopeful of making contesting return

From a low point of just 8 players, the former Scottish Fourth Section champion is now targeting a long awaited return to the contesting fold.

April 11, 2025


Royal College

Regent's joint explorations at Royal College of Music

Regent Brass joins forces with the Santa Monica HS Wind Ensemble and cellist Julian Bliss for a free showcase of works from Sparke and Howarth to Peter Yarde Martin and Kelly-Anne Murphy.

April 11, 2025


4BR Review

4BR Review podcast: Episode 3

The latest 4BR Review is now available with views and opinions to go with the recommendations of all things brass banding.

April 10, 2025


Video

Video promo training from BBE

If you want to enhance your social media footprint then BBE is offering specialised help to make a big impression in time for Brass Band Week.

April 10, 2025


cONSTEST

Countdown to ConsTest in Birmingham

There will be a full day of own-choice action to enjoy at the ConsTest Contest at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and at home, this weekend.

April 10, 2025


Italian Brass Band

Rome welcomes Childs

The Black Dyke Director of Music enjoyed a warm welcome in Rome to work with the Italian Brass Band.

April 10, 2025


Beatles

The Beatles, Bradford and Black Dyke

The story of the emergence of The Beatles and their connection to Black Dyke Mills Band has been explored on the 'BBC Radio 2 Loves Brass!' programme.

April 10, 2025


Creative

Community routes open for creative talents in the Midlands

There are opportunities for young creative talents in Graphic Design, Music Technology, Event Production, Film, and Vocal Performance to gain invaluable training.

April 10, 2025


Colorado

Colorado Quintet claims second NABBA Small Ensemble Crown

The Colorado Brass Quintet retained its Small Ensemble National title at the recent NABBA Championships.

April 10, 2025


gLOSSOP sCHOOL

Old Glossop School players to celebrate former conductor

The inspirational Jack Fletcher, the conductor of the Glossop School Band is to be remembered in a special concert.

April 10, 2025


Vintage Cory

Vintage Cory help raise funds in memory of former players

Past members of Cory Band recently got together for a wonderful fun raising tribute to two former much missed players.

April 10, 2025


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: Angel Voices (Brian Bowen)

A wonderful lyrical soprano cornet solo with a very personal inspiration

April 10, 2025




Gregson

Dutch tribute to Gregson at National Championships

April 13 • The 2025 Dutch National Championships will feature five major compositions from the pen of Edward Gregson to honour his 80th birthday.


NYBBGB

National Youth principals lead the way to Tidworth

April 13 • The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is working hard towards its Easter Course Concert this coming weekend.


Moore and Childs

Classical charts marked by Moore and Childs

April 13 • The recent solo CD releases from Peter Moore and David Childs have made their mark on the wider musical world.


Antiphones

Antiphones heard from Black Dyke Band

April 13 • The latest CD release from the Yorkshire Champion includes a reminder of Malmo and a concerto trip to Venice.


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Spring Concert

Saturday 5 April • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Bilton Silver at the Musicals

Saturday 5 April • St Andrew's Church, Rugby CV21 3PT


Rushden Town Band - Hope Spring Concert

Saturday 5 April • Hope Methodist Church, Linnets Lane, Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire NN10 8DE


Regent Hall Concerts - The Central Band of the Royal Air Force

Friday 25 April • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Newstead Brass - Under Gaia

Saturday 26 April • Mansfield Palace Theatre. Leeming Street . Mansfield. Nottinghamshire NG18 1NG


Hathersage Band

April 14 • Front Row Cornet. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving non-contesting community band. We enjoy making music and have a comprehensive gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


Petworth Town Band

April 14 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for back row cornets, repiano, flugelhorn and tuba. We have a thriving list of concerts and engagements and are led by our enthusiastic and inspirational MD Paula Streeter


Lofthouse2000 Brass Band

April 11 • Lofthouse are currently recruiting Bb & Eb Bass, Bass Trombone, Front & Back row Cornet, Kit and 2nd Baritone. Its the perfect time to join the band with various seats available and regular events throughout the year. We would LOVE to see you!


John Durrant

MA LLCM TD CertEd (Dist)
Conductor, Band Trainer, Composer, Trumpet and Cornet Soloist, Arranger, Adjudicator


               

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