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Welsh youth set for trio of Harper led performances
May 21, 2026
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales and Philip Harper can be heard in Bangor, St David's and Newport in August.
OBE recognition for Matthew Jones
January 11, 2026
The Senior Producer and Deputy Chief Executive of National Youth Arts Wales has been awarded the OBE in the recent New Year Honours List.
Closing date looms for National Youth Brass Band of Wales auditions
October 09, 2025
Young Welsh players who wish to represent their brass banding nation still have time to book an audition date.
Welsh Youth ready to shine on tour
August 21, 2025
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be heard on tour in Wrexham, Aberystwyth and Newport over the next three days.
Welsh Youth reach out to nation on tour
June 20, 2025
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales will head to Wrexham, Aberystwyth and Newport this year under the baton of Paul Holland.
Welsh Youth ready for concert tour trio
July 26, 2024
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales kicks off its mini tour of the nation in Bangor this evening.
New partnership announced to help boost next generation of Welsh music makers
July 26, 2024
A new initiative between National Youth Arts Wales and the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music aims to inspire a new generation of musicians.
Double Dutch for Welsh youth
July 03, 2024
A double sized National Youth Brass Band of Wales will be led by Dutch conductor Erik Janssen on its Summer course and concerts this year.
Audition dates for National Youth Brass Band of Wales
September 27, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales is looking for the latest cohort of players to audition for its 2024 course.
New Chief Executive at National Youth Arts Wales
August 10, 2023
Evan Dawson becomes the new CEO of the charity that overseas the stable of youth arts organisations in Wales — including its National Youth Brass Band.
Holland enjoys quality work with Welsh youth
August 01, 2023
Conductor Paul Holland enjoyed his recent tenure at the helm of the National Youth Brass Band of Wales.
Welsh Youth ready for concert trio
July 28, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales will head North, West and South this weekend to give their trio of concert performances.
National Youth Band of Wales set for three peaks challenge
July 06, 2023
Paul Holland will lead the youngsters of the National Youth Band of Wales on demanding repertoire on their annual course and trio of concerts — including Eric Ball's classic 'High Peak'.
Holland to lead Welsh youth
June 13, 2023
Flowers MD Paul Holland will lead the National Youth Brass Band of Wales on its Summer course and concerts.
40 years of Welsh brass banding youth celebrated in Cardiff
October 23, 2022
The 40th anniversary of the National Youth Brass Band of Wales was celebrated with a special concert in the Welsh capital.
Welsh youth look forward to 40th anniversary concert
October 21, 2022
40 years of the National Youth Brass Band of Wales will be celebrated in Cardiff on Saturday evening.
Welsh retain youthful musical spirit for 40th anniversary
October 11, 2022
There is plenty of talent and great music on show as the National Youth Brass Band of Wales alumni join forces for anniversary concert.
National Youth Band of Wales opens audition doors
October 07, 2022
If you want to be a part of the 2023 course under the baton of Philip Harper then the application process is now open.
Welsh youth to reunite for 40th anniversary
September 25, 2022
The 40th anniversary of the National Youth Band of Wales will be marked by a special celebratory concert next month.
Welsh youth ready to shine in distant parts
August 04, 2022
Philip Harper will lead the National Youth Brass Band of Wales alongside special guest soloist Isobel Daws in a trip of concerts covering all corners of the country.
Interview with Philip Harper
July 24, 2022
We catch up with the Cory MD as he prepares to take the reins at the National Youth Brass Band of Wales, as well as heading on his own travels to Sweden and with Cory to South Korea.
Harper to point Welsh youth in musical direction
July 04, 2022
Philip Harper will lead the National Youth Brass Band of Wales in concerts in Bangor, Fishguard and Cardiff this August.
Welsh reunion makes progress
July 01, 2022
Plans for a special National Youth Brass Band of Wales Reunion concert continues to steam ahead.
Welsh youth looks to celebrate 40th birthday
May 26, 2022
It is hoped that the 40th anniversary of the formation of the National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be marked by a special concert event later this year.
Call goes out for Welsh youth
October 07, 2021
Auditions for the National Youth Band of Wales will take place early next year.
