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Penicuik

Three wise men head to Penicuik

December 14, 2012
Three wise musical men have stopped off at Penicuik Silver.


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FABB to reinvent itself in 2013 and beyond

December 14, 2012
New deal with QPAC looks set to secure the contest for the next 5 years.


Kingdom trombones

Budgie smugglers set for Kingdom dip

December 13, 2012
Five of the bravest brass band players in the world are preparing to take a plunge not even a brass monkey would enjoy — all for a great cause.


West Midlands Fellowship

Every little helps....

December 13, 2012
Even Tesco has been showing a bit of festive banding spirit.... and beer


2013 Australian Nationals logo

Top bands head west for the 2013 Australian Nationals

December 13, 2012
A strong line up of bands are set to head to Perth for the 2013 Australian Nationals.


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BBE to consider recommended approach

December 12, 2012
BBE to reveal further recommended approach to supporters in Registry battle in seven days.


Byron Newton

Buzz settles in to NZ life

December 12, 2012
Former Tredegar principal euphonium settles back to homeland musical life with a little help from friends and Besson.


Kerkrade

World Championships looks for entrants

December 12, 2012
The famous WMC Kerkrade contest is looking for entrants to claim a world title.


Drighlington

Drighlington help shine the light

December 12, 2012
The Drighlington Band has helped shine a light on the wonderful work of their local hospice.


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IBBC admits to money problems

December 11, 2012
The ambitious International Brass Band Contest in Belgium has admitted that it faces problems paying bands the money they are owed.


Chris Helme

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

December 11, 2012
More festive music from Chris Helme


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December 10, 2012
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December 10, 2012
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BBE reveals new Registry team

December 08, 2012
Brass Bands England reveals the team that has been running the British Brass Band Regisrty since September.


Ashworth

Ashworth to present registry discussion paper

December 08, 2012
Well known conductor David Ashworth hopes to be able to present a registry discussion paper at this weekend's BBE National Forum.


Besson

Buffet acquires leading German instrument maker

December 07, 2012
Buffet Group acquires B&S GmbH, the leading German brass music instrument manufacturer.


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Record entry for University challenge

December 07, 2012
17 bands will perform at the UniBrass 2013 Championship at Lancaster University next February.


Dobson

Dobson inspires Gillingham success

December 07, 2012
Award winning composer Simon Dobson has inspired Gillingham Imperial to Wessex success.


John Maines

Radio: World of Brass

December 07, 2012
More great music to bring in Christmas with John Maines.


Renotn

Radio: Listen to the Band

December 07, 2012
More from Brass in Concert to enjoy in January at the BBC with Frank


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December 07, 2012
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Cory with Philip Harper

World Rankings: December Update

December 06, 2012
Brass in Concert win sends Cory back to the top of the world rankings.


Long Eaton

Result: 2012 Long Eaton Solo, Duet & Quartet

December 06, 2012
There was a fine turn out of performers at the Long Eaton recent Solo, Duet & Quartet Contest.


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Venue change for BBE Forum meeting

December 06, 2012
There is a change of venue for the BBE National Forum this weekend.


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December 06, 2012
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Mike Eccles

Eccles takes final bow at Brighouse

September 17 • Mike Eccles ends his Brighouse & Rastrick flugel tenure on a high after British Open victory.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

September 17 • More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge with a flavour of the National Finals at Cheltenham.


Flowers

Flowers stars to inspire next generation

September 16 • The Oxfordshire & District Brass Bands Association will host a special youth workshop with members of Flowers Band — so get along.


Royston

Balsom return to Royston gains BBC coverage

September 16 • Award winning trumpeter recently returned to her brass banding roots as she prepared for her final concert appearance at the Last Night of the Proms.


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


Dobcross Silver Band - Milnrow Band

Sunday 21 September • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


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


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Haverhill Silver Band

September 17 • Haverhill Silver Band (Championship Section) seeks a FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). This is a superb opportunity to join East Anglia's premier brass band for the L&SC area contest, the Senior Cup, Whit Friday and beyond.


Cheltenham Silver Band

September 16 • Required:. Musical Director : Cheltenham Silver Academy Band Following the relocation of our current conductor we are looking for a progressive, passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Academy Band, and to support our continued improvement.


Chinnor Silver

September 16 • We need a Bass player (either Bb or Eb) and a percussionist to join our happy team! The band is promoted to the first section in 2026 and were also 2025 Second section National Finalists. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in our own bandroom in Chinnor


Ian Holmes

BA (hons), PGDip (RCM), ARCM, ALCM
Conductor, piano accompanist and educator


               

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