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Award trio for KNDS Fairey players
A trio of KNDS Fairey Band players have been presented with annual awards by the Stockport Band.
December 21, 2024
Superbrass Saturday: Red Hot Pepper Stomp (Jelly Roll Morton arr. Jock McKenzie)
Why not spice up your band concert programmes with a Jelly Roll Morton New Orleans classic?
December 21, 2024
Celebratory ale brewed to mark Tewkesbury 50th anniversary
A special 'Fifty' Golden Ale has been brewed to help locals celebrate the 50th anniversary of Tewkesbury Band.
December 21, 2024
UniBrass runners rack up the miles for money
Eight superfit runners are pounding the roads to raise money to help with the hosting of the 2025 UniBrass Championships in Cardiff next February.
December 21, 2024
New Year resolutions catered for by Doodles
If you want to get your mouthpiece in tip top shape for 2025 then make sure you get in touch with Dave Houghton at Doodles.
December 21, 2024
BrookWright Music: Alegria — Joyful (Barrie Gott)
A foot tapping samba to enjoy from from teh pen of the great Barrie Gott
December 20, 2024
New trio welcomed at Tyldesley
Three new players have joined the ranks of Tyldesley Band in time of New Year challenges.
December 20, 2024
Leyland provide Festive Brass entertainment
You can enjoy plenty of festive entertainment from Leyland's recnet concert in Chorley thanks to Next Step Films.
December 20, 2024
Black Dyke In Tune today on Radio 3
Black Dyke Band will appear on 'In Tune — The Christmas Edition' later today
December 20, 2024
Moore to bring trio to Manchester
Peter Moore will be joined by Anna Huntley and Michael McHale in a recital concert at Stoller Hall in January.
December 20, 2024
Brindle replaces Baker for Elland Area challenge
The experienced Gareth Brindle will take Elland Silver Band at the Yorkshire Regional Championships following the departure of Brett Baker.
December 18, 2024
Yamaha stars inspire European youth
The latest weekend of Yamaha Young Band Clinics saw stars Arfon Owen, Margie Antrobus, Russell Gray and Armin Bachmann inspire players in Heerenveen and Utrecht.
December 18, 2024
Celebration and competition for bands at French National
17 bands will compete at the 20th anniversary French National Championships in Metz in February.
December 18, 2024
Eagley bring festive spirit to Bolton
There was literally no room in the hall for Eagley Band's 'Bing to Buble' recent Christmas Concert.
December 18, 2024
Knight takes new teaching role
Tuba star Ross Knight joins Ian Bousfield and Thomas Ruedi in working at the Hochschule der Kunste Bern HKB.
December 18, 2024
Ensembles announced for Euro Conductors Competition
Sola Brass, the Insimul ensemble and Stavanger Brass Band will provide the musical accompaniment for the candidates in the 8th European Conductors Competition
December 17, 2024
Sriram fundamentals now available to all
Shri Sriram passionate speech at the 2024 BBE Brass Band Conference can now be enjoyed on the organisation's Youtube channel.
December 17, 2024
Wilkinson steps down from regular banding commitments
Dr Keith Wilkinson has announced that he is to retire form his regular banding commitments.
December 17, 2024
Dallas Youth initiative enjoys successful start
Over 60 players have formed two ensembles as part of a youth initiative led by the Dallas Brass Band.
December 17, 2024
Cory past and present to celebrate 140th anniversary
The Cory Band will celebrate its 140th anniversary with a concert in Barry this weekend.
December 17, 2024
BrookWright Music: Adagietto from Symphony No.5 (Mahler arr. Keith M. Wilkinson)
Music from Mahler's great Fifth Symphony brought to life by Keith Wilkinson's arrangement.
December 17, 2024
Smith & Grezzy Big Chat podcast: Latest episode
The duo are joined by former Grimethorpe Colliery Band flugel star Mark Walters.
December 17, 2024
Death of Derek Greenwood
The death has been announced of the respected conductor Derek Greenwood.
December 15, 2024
Superbrass Saturday: Gaudete (Traditional arr. Jock McKenzie)
Makes sure your audience enjoys a touch of Wolf Hall meets Jock McKenzie with this energised concert piece.
December 14, 2024
British Open to build social media presence with new addition
Social Media Marketing Manager & Coordinator Elisabeth Rogers to work with bands and stakeholders to widen appeal of British Open events.
December 14, 2024
