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NYBBWales

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.


NYBBW

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.


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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.


Wales

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.


NYAW

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.


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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.


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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.


Evan Dawson

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.


National Youth band of WALES

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.


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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.


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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'.


Paul Holland

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.


NYBBW

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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


NYBBWALES

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.


Harper

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.


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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.


National YBB Wales

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 fLAG

Welsh reunion makes progress

July 01, 2022
Plans for a special National Youth Brass Band of Wales Reunion concert continues to steam ahead.


Wales

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.


NYBBWALES

Call goes out for Welsh youth

October 07, 2021
Auditions for the National Youth Band of Wales will take place early next year.


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Death of David Mabey

May 24, 2021
The death has been announced of former National Youth Band of Wales Chairman and Treasurer, David Mabey.


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National Youth applications for Wales

October 11, 2019
If you want to be a part of the National Youth Brass Band or National Youth Orchestra of Wales, then you need to be quick about applying.




Megan Bousfield

4BR Friday interview with Megan Bousfield

January 9 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to NYBBGB Conductor Competition finalist Megan Bousfield.


Yorkshire

Yorkshire Championship schedule confirmed

January 9 • There will be two days of exciting Yorkshire banding battles in Huddersfield to enjoy.


Dai Thomas

Tredegar look to new business lead for 150th anniversary

January 9 • Welsh champions will take a new approach to their business outlook as their celebrate their 150th anniversary this year.


Next Step Films

Compilation album on offer from NXTOD

January 9 • There are plenty of highlights to enjoy from 2025 — and its all free from the NXTOD media platform.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band

January 8 • Following our promotion to the 2nd section we are looking for a percussionist to do a bit of bing bonging on the timps for the regionals in March. We are a lovely band - everyone says so - so please get in touch. Rehearsals Weds from 1930 in Putney.


Mid Rhondda Band

January 6 • Mid Rhondda Band are currently looking for a trombone player and percussionists to join the team. We are a friendly, welcoming 3rd section band working towards competing in the Welsh Area in March. We also have a variety of events booked for 2026.


The Marple Band

January 6 • Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly, ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new year.


Andy Wareham

BMus (Hons), MMus (Hons)
Conductor, Composer, Brass Tutor, Musicologist


               

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