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NYBSS

Scottish youth ready for music making and fun

170 youngsters will be heading to Strathallan to enjoy themselves on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course.

July 18, 2025


Longridge Bands

Tomlinson music helps Longridge celebration

A new arrangement by Dan Price of Ernest Tomlinson's 'A Gaelic Lullaby'

July 18, 2025


the cooperation youth band

Youngsters urged to join the coop

The Cooperation Youth Band is looking to enjoy yet another great season of fun music making.

July 18, 2025


UniBrass

UniBrass initiatives help student summer fun

The UniBrass Foundation offers plenty of summer engagement for students as they look towards 2026.

July 18, 2025


Northop Silver

Half century of Northop dedication

50 years of outstanding banding service by John Williams has been marked by Northop Silver Band.

July 18, 2025


Music Matters

New appointments at Making Music

New members join the board at the UKs musical making organisation.

July 18, 2025


York Railway

Newiss joins the rail network at York

The experienced Kathy Newiss joins York Railway Institute Band on flugel horn.

July 18, 2025


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: Pachelbel Rock (Pachebel arr. Steven Ponsford)

A new take on an old classic brings invention to any concert programme.

July 18, 2025


Dobcross

Dobcross raises a glass for National title success

It's not just Dobcross Silver Band that will be looking to claim a national title later this year.

July 18, 2025


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 12

More insight into the banding world in North Wales with the trio of podcasters and friends.

July 18, 2025


Richard Blackford

Quintet lead major commissioning project

Five leading bands collaborate to reach out to new major compositional voices — starting with award winning composer Richard Blackford.

July 17, 2025


4BR Review

4BR Review to go live...

For the next episode on Wednesday evening at 7.00pm, the 4BR Review will be live broadcast — and we want your to ask the questions that matter...

July 15, 2025


Ambassord

National Youth Ambassadors inspire Bradford youngsters

The NYBBGB Ambassador Ensemble has played their part in celebrating all things brass in Bradford.

July 15, 2025


IBBSS

Great Hall conclusion for IBBSS global delegates

The Great Hall at Swansea University will provide the venue to close this year's International Brass Band Summer School.

July 15, 2025


Wardle Blast

Wardle Blast help tie global city links

The commercial connection between the cities of Manchester and Osaka have been strengthened by the brilliant youngsters of Wardle Blast.

July 15, 2025


nybbs

NYBBS talent to showcase in Perth

The annual National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland summer course will conclude with a concert at Perth Concert Hall.

July 15, 2025


Downshire

Downshire fitness regime from Couch to Concert

If you want to get yourself fit to enjoy playing then Downshire Brass is leading a 12 week fun regime...

July 15, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

There is airborne flavour to the music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge this week.

July 15, 2025


Llangollen

International Eisteddfod victory for Welsh Youth

Gwasanaeth Cerdd Gwynedd & Mon Senior Brass Band claims honours in the Community Band category at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod.

July 14, 2025


Swiss National Youth

Live broadcast 50th celebrations for Swiss Youth Band

You can enjoy the special anniversary concert of the National Youth Brass Band of Switzerland and friends today.

July 13, 2025


LEEDS bEST OF bRASS

Leeds Best of Brass series launched

Eight top level bands will be featured at Pudsey Civic Hall as part of the new season of 'Best of Brass' concerts.

July 13, 2025


Sir Karl Jenkins

Aldbourne to lead Armed Man celebrations

The West of England Regional Champion will help lead the 25th anniversary celebrations of Sir Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace' in two major concerts appearances this year with the composer.

July 13, 2025


Tewit

Tewit take delivery of new instrument set

Tewit Silver Band's musical progress is boosted by the purchase of a complete set of Besson instruments.

July 13, 2025


Onyx

New Onyx recording is a top 5 hit

The new release by the critically acclaimed Onyx Brass and conductor John Wilson has already made its mark on the best seller charts.

July 13, 2025


Purcell School

Purcell School to offer place for talented musician

A formal partnership between the leading music school and the New Talent Festival has been announced.

July 13, 2025




Cheltenham

Cheltenham judges confirmed

July 25 • The judges tasked with picking the winners at the 2025 Cheltenham National Finals have been announced.


Sold Out

National Youth Band sells out in London

July 25 • Its returns only if you wish to enjoy the NYBBGB in London next month with tickets going fast for the Childrens' Band too.


Italian Brass Band

Italian Brass Band continues to reach out to new audiences

July 25 • The Italian Band was joined by trombone soloist Andrea Conti for a festival performances in heart of Tuscany.


NYBBS

Perth ready for trio of NYBBS music makers

July 25 • Perth Concert Hall will host the trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland later today — so if you are around why not pop along and enjoy them showcasing their talents.


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Dobcross Silver Band - Marsden Silver Prize Band

Sunday 27 July • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Saffron Hall

Wednesday 27 August • Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

July 25 • Ready for a NEW Music Challenge?. . Dodworth Brass Band, is looking for a new principal cornet as our current player prepares for retirement. Just 5mins from J37 M1. . friendly welcoming band with a packed calendar of exciting concerts & events. . . S75 3RF


Enderby Band

July 24 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire) are a Championship section band looking for: Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). We are an ambitious, friendly, band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


The Marple Band

July 24 • Cornet( back row), Baritone, Horn, Bb Bass and Kit percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new musical journey with our MD Nick Birch.


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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