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Death of William Homer

August 25, 2020
The death has been announced of Judge William F. Homer, the pioneering co-founder of the Illinois Brass Band.

pHILIP wILBY

American premiere for Wilby work

April 28, 2018
Philip Wilby's 'Wondrous Cross' will be given its world premiere in Chicago later this evening.

Illinois

Fantastic State of play for Illinois Brass Band

July 10, 2016
The 25th anniversary of Illinois Brass Band is marked by a remarkable resolution declaration by their State Legislature.

Illinois

Illinois connection for Wainwright

October 30, 2013
Composer Andrew Wainwright has been appointed artistic advisor to the Illinois Brass Band.

Illinois

New MD at Illinois

June 12, 2008
New MD at Illinois as Stephen Squires takes over the helm.

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Music

Spheres starting to align across the UK

September 3 • Keep an eye out for a chance to hear a preview of 'Music of the Spheres' ahead of the British Open at Symphony Hall.

Youth

Youth Champs registration to open next week

September 3 • It is first come first served for the spots to take part in the National Youth Championship of Great Britain.

March

Call for representation at Holme Valley AGM

September 3 • Bands are being asked to attend the AGM of the Holme Valley Contest Committee to ensure the popular contest can continue in the future.

TIPD

BBE extends partnership with cashless donations platform Tipd

September 3 • Brass Band England member bands can benefit from gaining digital donations.

What's on »

The Hepworth Band - Public Rehearsal ahead of the 2026 British Open

Tuesday 8 September • Ossett Town Hall, Market Place, Ossett WF5 8BE

Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP

Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Vacancies »

Crewe Brass

September 1 • Crewe Brass are looking for a FRONT ROW CORNET to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.

Crewe Brass

September 1 • Crewe Brass are looking for a BBb BASS to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.

Crewe Brass

September 1 • Crewe Brass are looking for PERCUSSION PLAYERS (TUNED and KIT) to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.

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Alan Widdop


Conductor, Brass teacher, Adjudicator (ABBA)

               

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