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Restructuring at BBE as funding challenges tighten
September 12, 2025
There have been job losses and restructuring of roles at Brass Bands England as the funding landscape produces extensive challenges for the future.
Audition process starts at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
September 12, 2025
If you are looking to study at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in 2026 then auditions are being held this November.
BrookWright Music: We Wish You a Merry Christmas (arr. Kenneth Downie)
September 12, 2025
As Noddy Holder used to shout out — 'It'sssssss Chrissssstmassss' — well for soprano players it is with this little Xmas cracker solo.
Death of Harry Cooper
September 12, 2025
The death has been reported of Harry Cooper, the popular and much respected player with Perthshire Brass and Director of Sales at PLC Music.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 14
September 12, 2025
More chat with a Welsh accent from the trio of Brass Monkeys.
Wychavon releases draw details
September 11, 2025
The draws have been made for the popular Wychavon Festival of Brass in November.
Cheltenham experience added to new AoBBA intake
September 11, 2025
Four musicians will enjoy an insight into the adjudication process at the National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend.
Decade of joint music making to come to end at Rockingham
September 11, 2025
Adam Whittle will step down from his role as Musical Director of Rockingham Band at the end of this year.
National Children's Band Summer Course concert to be broadcast
September 10, 2025
You can sit back and enjoy the talents of the National Children's Band of Great Britain as their end of course concert from their recent Summer Course in to be broadcast on YouTube this Friday.
Runners and riders confirmed for Cheltenham
September 10, 2025
The official list of competing bands and their conductors for the 2025 Cheltenham National Finals has been released by Kapitol Promotions.
European Soloist Competition open for entries
September 10, 2025
If you want to be crowned the 10th European Solo Champion then you need to submit a video entry to be considered for the trip to Linz in 2026.
Registration now open for Youth Championships
September 10, 2025
If you are a band or ensemble wishing to take part in a fantastic day of music making in Birmingham next year, then sign up now.
Foden's to make Citadel link
September 10, 2025
Foden's will share the stage with Birmingham Citadel Band as both ensembles return to the centre of Brum for a joint concert.
How players can help research into MPA
September 10, 2025
A Psychology Research Doctoral student is hoping brass band players can help with her research into music performance anxiety.
Daws to head to Sydney
September 10, 2025
Isobel Daws has been appointed principal trombone of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
Early Music competition looks for young artists
September 10, 2025
The York International Young Artists Competition has announced that applications are invited for its 2026 event.
Entries open for Willebroek solo competition
September 10, 2025
If you wish to enter the solo competition hosted by the European Champion you need to sign up.
Report & Result: 2025 British Open Championship
September 07, 2025
A fait accompli for Brighouse & Rastrick and Prof David King as they are inspired by Shakespeare and Prokofiev to claim the happiest of Symphony Hall endings on 'Star Crossed Lovers'.
Band Supplies at the British Open
September 06, 2025
Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.
Recap on the 4BR British Open preview
September 06, 2025
If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it again ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.
Why not be a judge at the Open this year?
September 06, 2025
If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.
Sterling return at British Open Championship
September 06, 2025
A well respected instrument brand will make a welcome return at the British Open this year.
The Art of Banding comes to British Open...
September 06, 2025
A new project that aims to bring awareness of the passion of banding will be adding to increasing social media coverage at the British Open this year.
Dobcross Wilby ready for Cheltenham
September 05, 2025
A visit from Prof Philip Wilby to a recent Dobcross Silver Band rehearsal has given everyone a musical boost ahead of their National challenge.
