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Elland Silver Band launch Composers Competition
Composers are being invited to submit works to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Elland Silver Band organisation.
April 09, 2024
Morton to lead Oslofjord Brass
David Morton will add to his conducting portfolio as he is set to become the new Musical Director at Oslofjord Brass.
April 09, 2024
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 7th April
A Dream of a programme to enjoy this week from Chris Helme — including a chance to hear the Royal Albert Hall test-piece by Peter Graham
April 09, 2024
Dr Martin looks to improve future health
The Dr Martin Wainstone Cup competition will take place in September this year, with a new date to be sought for 2025.
April 08, 2024
Farr returns to Riverside for National challenge
Ray Farr will direct NASUWT Riverside at the Royal Albert Hall later this year.
April 08, 2024
Results: 2024 North American Brass Band Championships
James Madison University claims the Championship Section for the first time, as accolades head to San Francisco, Massanutten, Fountain City Youth, Youth Brass Academy, Triangle Youth Brass and Watson Brass.
April 07, 2024
Geoffrey Brand tribute marked by National Youth Brass Band and friends
Players young and old paid tribute to the great Geoffrey Brand at the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Easter Concert in Cardiff on the weekend.
April 07, 2024
Judges announced for European Championships
The various adjudication panels have been announced for the forthcoming European Championships in Palanga.
April 07, 2024
Report & Result: 2024 ConsTest Birmingham Open
Sovereign reigns in Birmingham once again as they claim the own-choice title
April 06, 2024
EuphoniumStore.net continues to meet worldwide demand
The bespoke on-line store for all things euphonium and baritone keeps meeting the needs and ambitions of its customers.
April 06, 2024
Vork to reach final chord with Schoonhoven
Dennis Vork has announced that he is to step down as principal cornet of Brass Band Schoonhoven at the end of this contesting season.
April 06, 2024
Live coverage of the 2024 ConsTest own-choice competition
You can add to your enjoyment of the popular own-choice contest at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire today by following our live coverage to complement the action.
April 06, 2024
The need to break down barriers
Sarah Groarke-Booth recently led a focused webinar on the challenges faced by female conductors in the banding world.
April 05, 2024
Brass Band World magazine: March edition out now
The latest edition of the leading publication is now out — and is full to the brim with all things brass banding.
April 04, 2024
Communication key for Bathgate partnership
A new partnership link between a leading communications company and Bathgate Band will enable youngsters to enjoy being part of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland.
April 04, 2024
American bands ready for lift-off at Von Braun Centre
The final countdown is on for the North American National Championships in Alabama- and the rest of the world can enjoy the action.
April 04, 2024
BrookWright Music: Excursion (Christopher Cook)
The latest release from BrookWright Music is an exciting study for brass with a twist.
April 04, 2024
Elgar Festival trio to showcase major programmes
Foden's, Brighouse & Rastrick and Cory will provide major programmes of repertoire at the inaugural Elgar International Festival of Brass in June.
April 04, 2024
Special recognition for Pemberton Youth
Pemberton Old Wigan Youth Band is presented with a 'Special Recognition Award' from The High Sheriff of Greater Manchester.
April 03, 2024
Towcester Studio HaBiT to come to an end
A highly successfully musical outreach HaBiT comes to an end in May with the help of Foden's.
April 03, 2024
Still looking for a final hotel?
rooms4groups still have plenty of options available for bands for Cheltenham and London
April 03, 2024
New horizons for National Youth Bands of Great Britain and Switzerland
Young players from each country will enjoy new musical experiences thanks to partnership agreement supported by Besson.
April 03, 2024
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 31st March
A bumper show to enjoy from Chris Helme with plenty of Easter music in the mix.
April 03, 2024
Instrumental music provision in jeopardy in parts of Scotland
Four Scottish Councils set to review their provision of instrumental music services as critics accuse them of wilfully ignoring Scottish Government guidance.
April 02, 2024
Gender inequality still prominent says Musicians Union report
2023 Women Musicians Insight Report finds that gender inequality is still a prominent, alarming issue in the music industry.
April 02, 2024
