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Blackpool

North West ready for Winter Gardens sunrise before kick-off

February 24, 2024
The North West Regional Championships take place at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool on Sunday.


NYBBGB

Concerto Grosso collaboration for National Youth Band and National Youth Orchestra

February 24, 2024
Performances of Gavin Higgins' epic work will be given in Liverpool and London in April as ensembles prepare to showcase major works.


rncm

Cory and Brighouse complete RNCM recording highlights

February 24, 2024
The concert performances of Cory and Brighouse & Rastrick from the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival can now be enjoyed on the Wobplay media platform.


Porthouse

Porthouse returns to Desford

February 24, 2024
Tredegar MD Ian Porthouse will direct Desford's challenge at the Midlands Area and Grand Shield this year.


Eybb

2024 European Youth Band line-up announced

February 24, 2024
36 talented European Youth Brass Band performers will be directed by Philip Harper in Palanga.


Brett Baker

Baker trips the Light Fantastic with York

February 24, 2024
York Railway Institute Band recently welcomed trombone soloist Brett Baker for a concert of fantastic highlights.


Ryan Anthony

Song for Hope released on Amazon Prime

February 22, 2024
The inspirational story of the Ryan Anthony can now be enjoyed on Amazon Prime.


Symphony Hall

Concerns grow over drastic cuts to arts and culture sector in Birmingham

February 22, 2024
Major arts and culture organisations in Birmingham face huge cuts as council looks to balance books.


rooms4groups

Rooms4groups ready for Finals call

February 22, 2024
If you qualify for Cheltenham or London over the next few weeks — then your first call should be to the hotel experts.


Morley March

Welcome muted support for Morley March & Hymn Tune contest

February 22, 2024
Band Supplies Ltd is the latest business to offer practical musical support to one of the most popular march & hymn tune contests in the UK.


Proms in the Park

Proms in the Park to return

February 22, 2024
Bands wishing to be part of reaching out to inspire the next generation of young players should sign up now for BBE's initiative.


Leeds Brest of Brass

Brighouse latest Morley Best of Brass attraction

February 22, 2024
The popular 'Best of Brass' concert series at Morley Town Hall continues next month with Brighouse & Rastrick Band.


BrookWright Music

BrookWright Music: Easter treats

February 22, 2024
With Easter fast approaching why not give your band an extra East treat or two with some new music


Hearing

ISM offer free webinar on managing hearing health

February 21, 2024
You can join Dame Evelyn Glennie and Chris Aldren next month for a free webinar addressing hearing health for musicians.


bbe Awards

Nominations open for BBE Awards

February 21, 2024
The nomination process for the 2024 Brass Bands England awards is now open — with a new Green Hero up for grabs.


Mead

Mead takes lead on Inside Music on Radio 3

February 21, 2024
Steven Mead's 'Inside Music' programme on BBC Radio 3 will air this weekend.


Slide Action

Slide Action to record debut album

February 21, 2024
The award winning Slide Action trombone quartet will record their debut album as part of the 35th anniversary celebrations of the NMC Recording label.


Norman Knapton

Death of Norman Knapton

February 21, 2024
The passing has been announced of the respected musician and brass band supporter Norman Knapton.


De MAESENEER

De Maeseneer project to give horn repertoire major boost

February 21, 2024
A raft of significant composers will provide Belgian performer Tim De Maeseneer with new works for tenor horn as part of landmark recording and performance project.


wANTAGE

Childs plans base camp assault on High Peak with Wantage

February 21, 2024
Dr Robert Childs has helped Wantage Concert Brass plan their 'High Peak' assault in Stevenage.


Elevate

Elevate programme opens for third round

February 21, 2024
If your band is looking to try and expand its musical horizons in different ways then the third round of the BBE Elevate project has just been launched.


Red Admiral

New entertainment contest launched to celebrate Red Admiral anniversary

February 21, 2024
A brand new entertainment contest with equal prize money across the sections will be held later this year.


John Maundell

RNCM Founding Principal to be honoured with sculpture

February 20, 2024
The contribution of Sir John Manduell CBE in helping to create the Royal Northern College of Music is to be marked with the unveiling of a new sculpture at the conservatoire.


Manx Concert Brass

Manx ready to create top section history

February 20, 2024
Manx Concert Brass will become the first band form the Isle of Man to play in the top section at the Regional Championships this year.


Scottish Festival

Tuba Festival extends application date

February 20, 2024
Players with a professional ambition have a bit more time to apply for a place on the Scottish International Tuba Festival.




Lydbrook

Report & Results: 2024 GBBA Own Choice & March Contest

November 27 • Lydbrook braves the elements to claim the honours in Gloucestershire on a day of fine music making.


Parc and Dare

Report & Results: 2024 SEWBBA Autumn Festival

November 26 • Parc & Dare takes the entertainment honours in Tonyrefail, with section awards to Tylorstown, Markham & District, Briton Ferry, Severn Tunnel and brace of super youth ensembles.


Five Lakes

Report & Results: 2024 US Open Championships

November 26 • Five Lakes Silver Band claims US Open hat-trick on a memorable day for the Ward family.


pERTH

Results: 2024 Scottish Youth Championships

November 25 • There was plenty of great youthful musical talent on show in Perth — from percussionists to all levels of brass ensembles and bands.


Dobcross Silver Band - Wardle Anderson Brass Band

Sunday 24 November • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane Dobcross OL3 5AD


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


York Railway Institute Band - Voices & Brass Christmas Spectacular

Saturday 14 December • Selby Abbey YO8 4PU


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Festive favourites - Music for Christmas.

Saturday 14 December • St Mark's Church, Bilton, Rugby CV22 7LX


Rushden Town Band

November 25 • Trombone Player. This friendly band is looking for a tenor trombone player to join its ranks. The band enjoys playing at regular concerts each year and is off to the Rhineland next year on its second tour.


Chinnor Silver

November 25 • You need to be quick, we are almost full but just require Eb bass and percussion. We are a friendly, welcoming and ambitious band and start 2025 at the top of our second section ranking table. We rehearse on a Wed evening in our own bandroom in Chinnor.


Hathersage Band

November 25 • Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving community band. We enjoy making music and have a good gig schedule. An opportunity has arisen for the right person to join our Principal Cornet Ed as co-principal. Are you up for the challenge? This is our only vacancy.


Stephen Phillips

MA, BA (Homs), PQSI, NPQH, PGCE
Conductor, Band Trainer, Educator, Compere


               

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