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Eikanger

Eikanger prepare for female tributes

March 06, 2026
The Norwegian champion will link up with Katrina Marzella Wheeler to celebrate International Women's Day with music this weekend.


Eiamjer

Major financial boost to help Eikanger ambitions

February 03, 2026
A substantial three year grant will help support the Siddis champion with its educational, music outreach programmes and ongoing running costs.


players

Eikanger's holiday inspiration for next generation

August 11, 2025
Over 100 youngsters have enjoyed being inspired by the music, fun and guidance of Eikanger Bjorsvik players and supporters.


Eikanger-Bjørsvik

World Rankings — June update

June 07, 2025
Eikanger-Bjørsvik hits the high note topping the World Rankings after Spring shake-up.


Reid

Eikanger extend Gilje connection to 27 years

March 13, 2025
The musical partnership between Eikanger-Bjørsvik Musikklag and conductor Reid Gilje has been extended for another two years.


Viggo

Leadership connection strengthened between Eikanger and Oster

March 13, 2025
The respected administrator Viggo Bjørge has become the new Chairperson of Oster Brass.


Award winners

Eikanger celebrate 2024 success with award winners

January 23, 2025
Eikanger look back as well as forward with their annual awards to players


Eikanger

Eikanger welcomes new players for new season

July 24, 2024
The National and Siddis Champion has added five new faces to the ranks ahead of the forthcoming season.


eikanger

Death of Eikanger stalwart

June 28, 2024
The death has been announced of Oddvar Bjørge, a stalwart member of the Norwegian champion.


European

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.


Katrina

Marzella maintains busy musical schedule

March 31, 2024
Katrina Marzella has been enjoying a busy musical schedule of appearances as a conductor, teacher, panel speaker and performer — with more to come.


Eikanger

Jon-Vegar Sole Sundal to end on high note with Eikanger

March 14, 2024
The Norwegian champion's star soprano player will be starting a new chapter in life after ending his Eikanger playing career later this year.


Katrina

Marzella to lead Eikanger in major Brass Sounds concert

March 08, 2024
Katrina Marzella will take the baton to debut with Norwegian Champions in a major concert programme in Bergen.


Eikanger

Financial boost for Eikanger youth development

December 08, 2023
The Norwegian champion's commitment to inspiring and developing the next generation of young players has been recognised and supported by one of Norway's largest banks.


Eikanger

Government Minister appointment for former Eikanger Bjorsvik board member

June 28, 2023
Lubna Jaffrey has been appointed the Minster for Culture and Equality in the Norwegian Government.


Kluxen

Eikanger reach out for charismatic year ending

June 01, 2023
One of Scandinavia's most dynamic orchestral conducting talents will lead Eikanger Bjorsvik in a classic concert round up of their year.


Eikanger

Death of Monica Vabo Reigstad

May 25, 2023
The death has been announced of Monica Vabo Reigstad, an inspirational figure within the Eikanger Bjorsvik Band in Norway.


Eikanger

Eikanger focus on Malmo and beyond...

April 26, 2023
The Norwegian champion is concentrating on the European Championships at present, but also has one eye on next season.


Bjorsvik

Rydland takes top chair at Eikanger

March 10, 2023
The widely respected Frode Rydland has become the new Chairperson of Norwegian Champion, Eikanger Bjorsvik Musikklag


Eiamger

Interview with Viggo Bjorge

January 19, 2023
We catch up with one of the leading figures in Norwegian banding as the movement prepares to return to National contesting in early February and as he prepares to inspire the next generation of young players in his new educational appointment.


Florent Didier

French connection for Eikanger

January 15, 2023
Conductor Florent Didier has teamed up with Eikanger-Bjørsvik Musikklag as the countdown begins to the long awaited return of the Norwegian National Championships.


Eikanger

Eikanger to round off old year with new tradition

December 30, 2022
Eikanger Bjorsvik will be joined by special guests to help bring in the New Year with a musical toast.


Eikanger

Eikanger opinion sought for Government policy initiative

December 01, 2022
The Norwegian government seeks the opinions of Eikanger Bjorsvik as they look to develop a national cultural volunteer strategy.


Eikanger

New signings for Eikanger

September 25, 2022
Four new players join the ranks of Eikanger Bjorsvik Musikklag


eIAMKER

Eikanger education outlook gains financial boost

May 17, 2022
Eikanger Bjorsvik's strong education ethos attracts further financial support from leading Norwegian philanthropist.




Gray

Tributes for Gray as conductor announces Eccles departure

March 31 • Thanks and best wishes as 16 year partnership between Mareika Gray and Eccles Borough comes to an end.


Brass Band Week

Banding campaigns return this summer

March 31 • Brass Band Week and Proms in the Park return this Summer — so make sure you reach out and connect with your local communities.


gALASHILS

Report & Results: 2026 SBBA Solo & Ensemble Championships

March 31 • There was a fantastic day of competitive solo and ensemble action to enjoy at Bellshill Salvation Army Centre.


BBW

March Edition of Brass Band World magazine out now

March 31 • The latest edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out — packed with interviews, articles, reviews and news...


The Hepworth Band - Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra

Saturday 18 April • Huddersfield Town Hall HD1 2TA


Regent Brass - Woodbridge Excelsior Band and Russell Gray

Saturday 9 May • The Salvation Army (Regent Hall), Oxford Street, London W1C 2DJ


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


The Hepworth Band - Brassband Burgermusik Luzern

Saturday 30 May • Dewsbury Minster, Vicarage Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 8DD


Regent Brass - Living Lines

Sunday 5 July • St Saviour's, Pimlico, St.George's Square, Pimlico, London SW1V 3QW


Thornton Cleveleys Band

March 31 • MD VACANCY. Are you the missing piece to our FULL BAND?. We are a NW 3rd section band looking for our new MD. We are based just outside of Blackpool close to the M55 motorway. Mon+Thurs rehearsals.


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 29 • BBb BASS player required following our 4th place at the North West regionals. We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester and we rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Mossley.


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 29 • SOLO CORNET players required (position negotiable) following our 4th place at the North West regionals. We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester and we rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Mossley.


Julian Bright


Conductor, Compere/MC, Cornet Soloist


               

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