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Music for isolation

Svalbard isolation inspires new CD release

The forthcoming CD release from the acclaimed tuba and saxophone duo of Gideon Jukes and Rie Takeuchi is inspired by one of the world's most northern settlements.

July 03, 2025


Tone Halo

Tone Halo makes sound impression on global customers

CalderpipsMusic's 'Tone Halo' makes a mark on the brass accessory market place.

July 03, 2025


Brass Band week

Nationwide span for Brass Band Week

You can enjoy bands in the north, south, east and west of the country for the Brass Band Week of performances.

July 03, 2025


Cory

New President at Cory

Long term supporter Ken Price has accepted the Band President role with Cory Band.

July 03, 2025


Helen Teasdale

New addition to coop trom section

Helen Douthwaite-Teasdale joins the cooperation band on trombone.

July 03, 2025


Jonathan Corry

Corry to make hymn connection with Brighouse & Rastrick

Dr Jonathan Corry will lead the West Riding band in a new CD recording project.

July 03, 2025


Eisrteddfod

Eisteddfod to showcase contests and entertainment

There will be banding competitions and entertainment on offer at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in August — including the Llareggub Brass Band and Diego Maradona...

July 03, 2025


Craig Ratcliffe

Ratcliffe high as he becomes full AoBBA member

Craig Ratcliffe has completed his development training programme to become a full member of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.

July 03, 2025


Bolton Crown Court

Brass band conductor sentenced for abuse of position of trust

Sam Olsson is sentenced at Bolton Crown Court after pleading guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a girl under 18 by a person in a position of trust.

July 02, 2025


tIPS

BBE announces partnership with donations platform

Brass Band England member bands can benefit from an easy way to gain cashless donations.

July 02, 2025


Mead in Japan

No fatigue for touring Mead

Steven Mead has just return from tours of Japan and Australia with China, Taiwan and Hong Kong to come.

July 02, 2025


Wainstone Cup

Sextet after big money at Dr Martin contest

Six bands will look to claim a large slice of prize money at the Dr Martin Wainstone Cup contest this weekend in Yarm.

July 02, 2025


Brett Baker

Heroic tributes on latest Baker CD release

Brett Baker has been joined by the National Champion Flowers to record his latest CD — one that pays tribute to the inspirational heroic figures on his musical journey.

July 02, 2025


Fermanagah

Cutt and Co offer warm welcome in Enniskillen

Garry Cutt and colleagues will offer a warm musical welcome to delegates on this year's Fermanagh & Tyrone Brass Band Summer School.

July 02, 2025


Pershore Midsummer Brass

New stage honours stalwart at Pershore

Bands will perform on the Gordon Hartley-Bennett Stage at the popular Pershore Midsummer Brass.

July 02, 2025


March

Bands ready for Brighouse March & Hymn Contest

The 24th contest takes place in the famous banding venue this weekend.

July 02, 2025


Alan Haggart

Granite welcome back Haggart

Alan Haggart returns to Granite City Brass to extend long standing musical connection.

July 02, 2025


Trevor Austin

Death of Trevor Austin

The death has been announced of the hugely respected founder of Rosehill Instruments Ltd.

July 02, 2025


St Ronan

All inclusive course on offer at St Ronan's

The St. Ronan's Band Camp course takes place next month — and inclusive and free.

July 02, 2025


Mark Glover

Glover makes mark in Valencia

Grimethorpe Colliery Band solo euphonium Mark Glover was a guest artist at the recent International Tuba and Euphonium Conference in Spain.

July 02, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More great brass music over the airwaves with Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.

July 02, 2025


Cory

Last chord for Cory legends

The final notes of a decade of unprecedented success have been delivered by Glyn and Helen Williams at Cory Band.

June 30, 2025


Hepworth

Report & Result: Red Admiral March & Hymn Tune Contest

The wizards of Hepworth pick up yet another march and hymn tune victory as they take the inaugural Red Admiral honours.

June 30, 2025


Crofton

Result: Wetherby Drovers March & Hymn Tune Contest

Crofton Silver drive home with the top prize at Wetherby.

June 30, 2025


Mnozil

Mnozil Brass booked for Symphony Hall in 2027

After their memorable performance in Birmingham on the weekend, over 650 tickets have already been snapped up for their 2027 return.

June 30, 2025




Music for isolation

Svalbard isolation inspires new CD release

July 3 • The forthcoming CD release from the acclaimed tuba and saxophone duo of Gideon Jukes and Rie Takeuchi is inspired by one of the world's most northern settlements.


Tone Halo

Tone Halo makes sound impression on global customers

July 3 • CalderpipsMusic's 'Tone Halo' makes a mark on the brass accessory market place.


Brass Band week

Nationwide span for Brass Band Week

July 3 • You can enjoy bands in the north, south, east and west of the country for the Brass Band Week of performances.


Cory

New President at Cory

July 3 • Long term supporter Ken Price has accepted the Band President role with Cory Band.


Brass Bands England - Brass Band Week

Saturday 5 July • Nation wide


Besses Boys' Band - Besses Boys' Band Summer Concert

Saturday 5 July • The Derby High School, Radcliffe Rd, Bury BL9 9NH


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band - Summer Concert

Sunday 6 July • Community Church Putney, Werter Road. SW15 2LL


Longridge Band - Anniversary Concert

Saturday 12 July • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT


Haverhill Silver Band - Proms Concert - St Ives

Saturday 12 July • Hill Rise Park, St Ives PE27 6SP


Haverhill Silver Band

July 3 • Haverhill Silver Band (championship section) seeks a PRINCIPAL CORNET. This is a superb opportunity to lead East Anglia's premier brass band on the concert and contest stage (including the Senior Cup and Whit Friday).


Chinnor Silver

July 3 • Our COMMUNITY BAND meet fortnightly on a Monday morning (next rehearsal 7th) and we welcome any players who want an extra blow.. We require no allegiance just come and enjoy the friendly blow with coffee and cake thrown in.(Its all free)


Hathersage Band

July 2 • FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


Lt Col David Barringer MBE

BMus (Hons)
Conductor and adjudicator


               

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