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Brass Band World magazine: Latest edition out now

The latest edition of the leading magazine is now out — and once again its packed with essential reading, news, views and opinions.

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  The latest issue is packed to the rafters with great news, features, articles, views and opinions

The latest edition of Brass Band World and BBW Digital is now out and once again packed with news, views, opinions and reviews that add up to essential reading.

Just look what is in store to enjoy in the latest issue...

BBW INTERVIEW


Jonathan Bates catches up with the trumpet star and YouTube sensation, London-based jazz artist, Louis Dowdeswell.

YOUNG VOICES


Comprising players from Black Dyke, Brighouse & Rastrick, and Fairey, the members of Northern Quarters are interviewed by Jonathan Bates as this month's Young Voices.

BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE


Brass band recordings expert, Tim Mutum, surveys the recording achievements of one of brass banding's seminal conductors, Geoffrey Brand, to celebrate his 95th birthday.

STRONGER TOGETHER


Helen Williams meets the inspiring women behind the Canadian Women's Brass Collective.

LEGEND PROFILE — JAMES SHEPHERD


Inspired by the 'Legends' Q&A session at Black Dyke's recent virtual 'Brass Day', Nicola Bland profiles James Shepherd, one of the great cornetists of our time.

PRO PLATFORM


This month's Pro Platform is graced by the talented members of Septura as the dazzling ensemble releases its latest CD, 'Music for Brass Septet 7', on the mainstream classical Naxos label.

PRO PRACTICE


University of North Texas College of Music's Professor of Euphonium, Besson Artist and BBW Editor, David Childs, shares some helpful tips and strategies to enhance practice motivation.

BANDING SPIRIT


Helen Williams finds players working together in new collaborations, and learns about the inspirational fundraising efforts of the highly respected bass trombonist Adrian Hirst.

Jonathan Bates catches up with the trumpet star and YouTube sensation, London-based jazz artist, Louis DowdeswellBBW

BBW CASTAWAY


International euphonium star, Besson Artist and 2021 Mortimer medallist, Steven Mead, is this month's desert island Castaway.

CENTRE BAND


Lewis Merthyr Band emerges from lockdown with a new rehearsal base and fresh repertoire from top composers.

LET'S DEBATE


Musicologist and former Brighouse & Rastrick cornetist, Dr. Richard Jones, examines what we missed about brass banding during a year of pandemic lockdowns and why we turn up to band rehearsal every week of the year.

AND ANOTHER THING


This month we're taken on a journey back to match-fitness with Brass Band World's resident wit and cartoonist, Rob Nesbitt — 'Nezzy' to his friends.

PLUS THE LATEST REVIEWS


Studio Recital Series and cutting-edge chat on WobPlay, plus the latest recordings by Septura and UniBrass; new music from the American Band Journal, Studio Music, Brookwright and Tanglewind.

There is the new R3S Randefalk Mouthpiece, and the month's virtual events, including the online European Festival, Swiss National Solo and Quartet Championships, South West Brass Band Association Solo and Quartet Contest and America's Brass Band of Battle Creek in concert.

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bbe England

Restructuring at BBE as funding challenges tighten

September 12 • There have been job losses and restructuring of roles at Brass Bands England as the funding landscape produces extensive challenges for the future.


RBC

Audition process starts at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

September 12 • If you are looking to study at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in 2026 then auditions are being held this November.


Brookwright

BrookWright Music: We Wish You a Merry Christmas (arr. Kenneth Downie)

September 12 • As Noddy Holder used to shout out — 'It'sssssss Chrissssstmassss' — well for soprano players it is with this little Xmas cracker solo.


Harry Cooper

Death of Harry Cooper

September 12 • The death has been reported of Harry Cooper, the popular and much respected player with Perthshire Brass and Director of Sales at PLC Music.


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


Epping Forest Band

September 11 • We have a solo horn vacancy to join our friendly 3rd section band. We have a sensible calendar of contests and concerts.. Situated with close links to the M11/M25 and Central line tube station, with our own band room.. Rehearsals Monday night 8-10pm.


Delph Band

September 9 • We are a friendly, hardworking North West 2nd Section band based in Saddleworth. Rehearsal nights are Mondays and Wednesdays, 8-10pm at Delph Band Club. We are currently looking to fill the following positions; Tutti Cornet, Percussion and Eb Bass.


Simon Gresswell


Conductor, adjudicator, tutor, tuba specialist


               

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