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Youth sounds return to Brass in Concert
The sounds of brilliant youngsters taking part in the Youth Brass in Concert Championships will be heard again later this year as the entertainment contest returns to Gateshead weekend.
April 19, 2024
Marathon Man reveals 26.2 mile play list for London run
Nathaniel Dye has a mega-long play list to perform as he hits the roads with trainers and trombone for the London marathon this weekend.
April 19, 2024
British Open announces 2024 test-piece
'The Lost Circle' by Jan Van Der Roost will pose questioning musical challenges for bands wishing to construct a British Open winning performance at Symphony Hall this year.
April 19, 2024
Cory and White lead summer releases from World of Brass
A pair of blue riband recordings from Cory Band and horn star Sheona White will herald a series of major summer releases on the World of Brass recording label.
April 19, 2024
Italian banding continues foundation building
The Italian Brass Band is helping build the brass band culture in the Eternal city and beyond in more than a day...
April 19, 2024
Legge celebration of a wonderful life
A celebration service marking the wonderful life of musician Steven Legge is to be held and live-streamed on May 3rd.
April 19, 2024
Childs and Fisher to be awarded Iles and Mortimer Medals
David Childs and Paul Fisher will be the recipients of the 2024 Iles and Mortimer Medals in recognition of their outstanding service to the brass band movement.
April 18, 2024
Flemish Open to showcase new works
23 bands will perform at the Flemish Open in Mechelen this weekend with four new set-test works being premiered.
April 18, 2024
Pacey lead relinquished after 20 year temporary help
The outstanding John Pacey has stepped down from the principal cornet role at Harborough Band after a temporary stay of 20 years...
April 18, 2024
Rothwell ready for Morley appearance
Rothwell Temperance Band is the latest top flight attraction at the Leeds Best of Brass series at Morley Town Hall.
April 18, 2024
Moore in recital mode at Wigmore Hall
The trombone virtuoso can be heard in recital mode at London's Wigmore Hall this Friday
April 18, 2024
Fernie inspires new compositional talent
Alan Fernie has used his vast experience to help inspire youngsters on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter course to try out their composer skills.
April 18, 2024
NASUWT Riverside to bind time in Sunderland
A reprise collaboration between a brass band and an innovative pop-art group will be heard loud and clear at one of Sunderland's leading performance venues this weekend.
April 17, 2024
Bands ready for Buxton
There is a small but competitive field of own-choice performances to enjoy at the Buxton Contest this weekend.
April 17, 2024
World Rankings: April update
After a busy start to the contesting year, the first Band Supplies — 4barsrest World rankings update of the year sees Foden's sitting proudly at the top.
April 16, 2024
New duo to lead Easington challenges
The experienced conducting duo of Michael Fowles and Luc Vertommen will lead the newly crowned North of England champion at Blackpool and London.
April 16, 2024
Dalmellington appoint Duncan as new MD
Andrew Duncan has been appointed the new Musical Director of top section Scottish band Dalmellington.
April 16, 2024
New cornet addition welcomed at Tredegar
Ahead of their European assault, Tredegar welcomes the signing of cornet player Ollie Cordner.
April 16, 2024
Bernstein link fitted perfectly at Tyldesley
A new business and musical partnership looks to support future progress of the Tyldesley Band.
April 16, 2024
Tweed Valley arts combine in Innerleithen
A collaboration between local artists, photographers and two bands will bring music and imagery together for a special concert next month.
April 16, 2024
Heartfield to lead Newstead
Martin Heartfield has been appointed the new Musical Director of Newstead Brass.
April 16, 2024
Sheppard Service of Remembrance
A special Service of Remembrance will be held later this week to celebrate the life of musician Mike Sheppard.
April 16, 2024
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 14th April
Something for everyone — including gardeners for the recent National Gardening Day — from Chris Helme.
April 16, 2024
National Youth Band comes of collaborative age in London
The musical collaboration between the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and the National Youth Orchestra makes a huge artistic impression in the heart of London.
April 15, 2024
Cash boost for bands at new BBE Youth Fest
Bands wishing to take part in the inaugural BBE run Foyle Foundation Youth Fest can get generous help with travel thank to financial boost from sponsors.
April 14, 2024
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