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BBE Conference change of venue
The Brass Bands England Conference has had a change of its London venue.
September 11, 2024
RNCM announces new Young Projects
The exciting free outreach programme means that you can send youngsters to the RNCM in Manchester for free workshops.
September 11, 2024
Subscription to enjoy Red Admiral Entertainment action
You can sign up to hear all the bands in every section of the forthcoming Red Admiral Entertainment Contest.
September 10, 2024
Cory launches 10 piece ensemble
Cory launches a new 10 piece ensemble to help reach out to even wider entertainment audiences.
September 10, 2024
100k Cat call to help raise funds for charity
Two musical friends will be pounding the roods for 100 kilometres to help raise funds for a wonderful charity.
September 10, 2024
New music link for Grimethorpe
Grimethorpe Colliery Band has announced a new partnership link with music retailer Brass Band Music Shop.
September 10, 2024
New trio joins Markham's ranks
Three new players add to the playing strength of Markham & District Band.
September 10, 2024
Derwent looks to increase Welfare profile
A 10 piece ensemble from Derwent Brass will add to their stage experience as part of a new production at Derby Theatre later this month.
September 10, 2024
PR work aims to claim President's Award
Amanda Drury's successful use of social media technology for the City of Lincoln Band could well be in line to win the Making Music President's Award.
September 10, 2024
Result: 2024 Dr Martin Wainstone Cup
The GUS Band retains the Dr Martin title in Stockton on Tees
September 09, 2024
Report & Result: 2024 British Open Championship
Brass Band Treize Etoiles wins the 170th British Open title courtesy of a truly stunning performance of 'The Lost Circle'.
September 07, 2024
Sit back and enjoy The Lost Circle action on Wobplay around the world
If you cannot make it to the event itself to hear the 18 performances of Jan Van der Roost's 'The Lost Circle' you can still sit back and enjoy it all
September 06, 2024
Cash in on programmes and scores at the British Open
You can enjoy the music making at the British Open and still go home with change in your pocket if you bring cash to Symphony Hall.
September 06, 2024
Sunday at the Open packed with music making
The day after the 170th British Open Championships will also be packed with great music making to enjoy
September 06, 2024
Gold and silver meets Macdonald's McCann needs
Dave Houghton of Doodles Mouthpiece Replating is looking forward to being busy with his work.
September 05, 2024
Higgins inspired by Black Sun and Monstrous Child for new premieres
Award winning composer Gavin Higgins has taken inspiration from art and opera for his latest forthcoming world premieres.
September 05, 2024
Mind your march speed in Uppermill
Anyone wanting to do a really quick march at the Whit Friday contest at Uppermill had better beware the ghost speed bumps...
September 05, 2024
Full up signs in Oxfordshire
There is now a waiting list for bands wishing to compete at the ODBBA Entertainment contest next month in Witney.
September 05, 2024
Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass podcast: Sea Lions and Car Horns
Find out what Smith and Grezzy thought about the announcement of the Spring Festival test-piece choices and player eligibility changes.
September 05, 2024
Still time to book a BBE training session
Find out more about BandSafe as well as Neurodiversity awareness with two special BBE Training webinars later today
September 05, 2024
Bands ready for Doctor Martin test
There is a hefty prize money fund of offer at this weekend's Wainstone Cup contest in Stockton on Tees.
September 05, 2024
Final countdown starts for line-up at 170th British Open
Time is ticking for the bands competing at the British Open Championship to put their final musical stones in place
September 05, 2024
Enjoy a 'Lost Circle' preview ahead of Symphony Hall
A number of bands are showcasing their British Open preparation this week — so why not get along and find out more about the intriguing test piece by Jan Van der Roost.
September 04, 2024
Texas rangers as Garasi sets up new youth band
The future of brass banding in Texas is being inspired by the long range vision of conductor Michael J Garasi,
September 04, 2024
Minshall becomes Bone-afide member of award winning quartet
Bass trombonist Simon Minshall joins the Bone-afide Trombone Quartet.
September 04, 2024
