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eASTER

Different vibe provides Easter progress for NYBBS

April 20, 2024
The recent Easter Course of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland has seen great progress made by its young players.


Alan Fernie

Fernie inspires new compositional talent

April 18, 2024
Alan Fernie has used his vast experience to help inspire youngsters on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter course to try out their composer skills.


National Youth

Easter treats on show at National Youth Band of Scotland

April 11, 2024
The National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have been enjoying their Easter Course in Strathallan.


NYBBS

New NYBBS for 2024

December 01, 2023
Applications can now be made to be part of the trio of 2024 National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.


NYBBSS

NYBBS stars to shine in Orkney

August 22, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland will be heard in Orkney next month at the International Science Festival.


NYBBS

NYBBS principals gain Besson congratulations

August 10, 2023
Besson Musical Instruments has supported the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland's Principal Ensemble as they wow audiences with their performances.


Marsalis

NYBBS gain acclaim from a King and a Duke

August 10, 2023
A memorable National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course came to a close last weekend with Wynton Marsalis and the Duke of Edinburgh on hand to enjoy the music making.


Scotland

Thumbs up for NYBBS tutors

August 06, 2023
The team of tutors on the recent National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland summer course have been given a big thumbs up by the conductors and organisers.


NYBBS

Ready for action in Perth...

August 05, 2023
The three National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland are ready for their showcases performances at Perth Concert Hall.


Solo winners

Soloists shine on NYBBS course

August 03, 2023
There has been plenty of great playing on show in Perthshire as the talented young performers on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland showcased their solo talents.


NYBBS

Busy start to NYBBS Course

August 01, 2023
There has been plenty to keep the players busy on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland courses in Perthshire.


NYBBS

New arts award link for Scottish Children's Band

July 31, 2023
Former NYBBS player Carole Ednie will be a 'Trinity Champion' to help boost creativity, curiosity, confidence and communication skills.


NYBBS

Scottish youth head to Perthshire in record numbers

July 29, 2023
185 young players will enjoy their National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland experience this coming week.


NYBBSWICK

NYBBS gain Denis Wick support for solo competitions

July 24, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland has linked up with Denis Wick Products to support its in-house solo competitions


Festival

Scottish Youth to herald Edinburgh International Festival

July 14, 2023
Both the Reserve Band and the Senior Band of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland will play their part in entertaining a worldwide audience at the Edinburgh International Festival next month.


nybbs

Record numbers set to enjoy NYBBS experience

July 01, 2023
185 youngsters will enjoy the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Summer Course this year — with plenty of music and fun to keep everyone busy.


Richard Evans

Swagger tribute to Evans

April 26, 2023
A new march has been released to pay tribute to the banding world's much missed greatest entertainer.


NYBBS

Scottish Youth set for Easter musical treats

April 08, 2023
60 young players will head to Strathallan School for the Easter Course of the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.


Crumlish

A brilliant Christmas prezzie for young horn star

December 19, 2022
17 year old Andrea Crumlish has plenty to look forward to in 2023 as the talented horn player secures her place at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.


NYBBS

NYBBS Concerts now on You Tube

October 26, 2022
You can now enjoy the 2022 Summer Course concert performances of the three National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Ensembles on YouTube


NYBBS

Scottish youth reinvigorated by Summer Course

August 14, 2022
Over 150 young brass band players have returned home exhausted but reinvigorated by their NYBBS Summer Course experience.


NYBBS

Scottish Youth ready for Stirling climax

August 06, 2022
The three ensembles of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland will be in concert in Stirling later today — so why not get along and enjoy the music making.


Strathallan

NYBBS put principals in place

August 02, 2022
The principal players of the three National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have been chosen in Strathallan.


NYBBS

Scottish youth prepare for musical action

August 01, 2022
Over 150 young performers are at Strathallan School in Perthshire eager and enthused by a week of great music making to come...


NYBBS

Interview with Ian Porthouse

July 29, 2022
We catch up with Ian Porthouse to find out more about the forthcoming National Youth Brass Bands Summer course has in store for players in all three of its bands.




Mike Cavanagh

Purcell appointment for Cavanagh

April 25 • Mike Cavanagh has been appointed as the new Head of Wind, Brass & Percussion at the internationally acclaimed Purcell School.


Bandamonium

Bigger and better Bandamonium promised in Devon

April 25 • 15 bands have already signed up to perform at this year's Bandamonium event around the picturesque villages of West Devon.


Trombone Society

Troms to head to Durham

April 25 • The British Trombone Society will host its annual Trombone Day NorthEast in Durham next month


Tameside

Tameside Whit Friday announces contest details

April 25 • There are ten contest venues on the Tameside Whit Friday circuit this year for bands to try and claim a share of the prize money pots.


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band - Reading Festival of Brass: Open Workshop Rehearsal

Saturday 27 April • St Laurence Church, Reading RG1 3EJ


London Central Fellowship Band - Hemel Hempstead Salvation Army

Saturday 27 April • Waterhouse St, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1ES


Haverhill Silver Band - Friends' Requests

Sunday 28 April • Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 8AR


Boarshurst Silver Band - Sunday Brass Concert - Stockport Silver Band

Sunday 28 April • Boarshurst Band Club, Greenbridge Lane OL3 7EW


Contest: European Brass Band Championshiips

Friday 3 May • Palanga Konsortu, Vytauta st. 43, LT-00135, Palanga 43, LT-00135


Sherborne Town Band

April 24 • Exciting opertunity for a principal cornet player to lead our friendly band. We also would be excited to hear from percussionists with experience in tuned percussion and kit. We are currently in the Championship section and have a busy schedule in 2024.


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

April 24 • We have lots of cornets and horns but a little thin in the bottom end. Our players are happy to move around to help new players join the band, if you play baritone, euph or bass please give us a try. We rehearse every Sunday and Thursday at 7.30pm


Mereside Brass

April 23 • MERESIDE BRASS (Rudheath,Northwich) are looking for a FRONT ROW CORNET & a 2nd EUPH to complete our line up. We are a friendly 4th Section band with a sensible calendar of jobs and band social events and enjoy occasional contests. Come and give us a try!


Nicholas B. Hudson

FTCL LGSMD (Hons)
Musician | Trombonist | Educator


               

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