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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow...
Despite the restrictions and the weather there is still a little bit of fun to be had if you want to play together..
January 15, 2021
Enjoy the 4BR winners at Wobplay
You can now enjoy a dozen 4BR 'CD of the Year' releases on the Wobplay.com platform.
January 15, 2021
BBE strengthens foundation work for bands
Brass Bands England has appointed five new Youth Development Brass Specialists to provide essential community help and assist partnership building.
January 15, 2021
Geneva launches worldwide cornet competition
Phillip McCann and Geneva Group launch exciting new cornet competition seeking to inspire the next generation of lyrical performers.
January 15, 2021
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
Chris Helme is reaching out to even more people now as another radio station adds to his list of brass band output.
January 15, 2021
It's a Prestige offer from Band Supplies
If you are looking to purchase a new Prestige or Sovereign cornet — then a £1,000 minimum part exchange deal from Band Supplies is just perfect to give your playing an extra boost this January.
January 14, 2021
Mode for... offers five free places on mental health training
There are five free places available for a mental health awareness training course being led by Tabby Kerwin.
January 14, 2021
Kippax awards recognise service and excellence
The successful Yorkshire band has been presenting awards of its own
January 14, 2021
Welsh congratulations on nation's success
Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales has offered its congratulations to the nation's bands and musicians in the recent 4BR Awards as it continues to make solid progress towards the future.
January 13, 2021
Replay button for GBBA virtual festival
You can enjoy a week of a showcase performances from the recent Gloucestershire Brass Band Association Virtual Festival.
January 12, 2021
New dates for Kapitol Cory Online Championships
Ongoing concerns over Covid-19 restrictions sees the hugely popular online event push back dates for broadcasting.
January 12, 2021
Media spotlight falls on UK banding
The national media in the UK is taking interest in the plight of brass bands — with the Express and Telegraph following the Daily Mirror is highlighting the movement's challenges.
January 12, 2021
Musicians Union demands explanation of unbelievable EU decision
The Musicians Union is demanding that the UK Government explain why it turned down the opportunity to allow performers the chance to gain free permit access to Europe.
January 11, 2021
Free New York trip on offer tonight!
If you want to enjoy a session with the former stars of the low brass section of the New York Phil — then tonight's the night...
January 10, 2021
New approach adds numbers to judges bench
The online Annual General Meeting of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators proved a success this weekend
January 10, 2021
17 bands signal intentions for Dutch Open
If Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines allow, seventeen bands from the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany will hopefully take to the stage in Groningen in June.
January 10, 2021
Welsh bands reminded of funding help
Welsh bands will be able to apply for funding help to rescue, restore, restart, create, engage and inspire their post Covid-19 playing aspirations.
January 10, 2021
2021 North American Championships cancelled
The ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic sees the 2021 NABBA event due to be held in Fort Wayne in Indiana cancelled.
January 10, 2021
Whitburn accolades for players
Whitburn Bands presents awards to players who have helped maintain the band's high profile media presence
January 10, 2021
Wobplay adds classic vinyl to platform
The Wobplay.com digital platform has started to add restored classic vinyl LPs to its increasing catalogue.
January 10, 2021
Fraser dedication marked with presentation
70 years of remarkable service to the Kirkintilloch Band by Peter Fraser MBE has been marked.
January 10, 2021
Back to Basic for bones...
Trombone players have the chance to enjoy a weekend of enjoying what they like doing best — thanks to Matt Gee and Josh Cirtina.
January 08, 2021
Musicians permit plight gains momentum
The lack of visa free travel in the EU for professional musicians is starting to make the newspaper headlines.
January 08, 2021
Brucie bonus for Whitburn
The Scottish Open champion enjoys a high profile boost by reuniting with radio presenter Ken Bruce as well as getting a feature mention with Classic FM.
January 06, 2021
Death of Don Jones
Unite the Union Band has announced the death of their respected colleague and tuba player Don Jones.
January 06, 2021
