News / 2014
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Growing demand gives Geneva European boost
August 06, 2014
The growing demand for Geneva Instruments has been down to hard work from Henk van Loon and some brilliant instruments...
Global appeal attracts delegates to IBBSS in Swansea
August 06, 2014
A worldwide mix of languages and accents is enjoying the International Brass Band Summer School lingua franca of music making in Swansea this week.
Welsh giants to combine again
August 05, 2014
Cory and Tredegar will combine forces again in 2015 to help raise funds for the Velindre Cancer Care charity.
Fine farewell for Loukes
August 05, 2014
The funeral service for the popular musician David Loukes has been held in Cornwall.
Cross border entrants for Mining Entertainment
August 05, 2014
There will be a keen cross border battle in Porthcawl in September for the Miners' Welfare Entertainment title.
More Reg Varney than Reg Vardy for EYMS
August 05, 2014
There is an On the Buses appearance for the East Yorkshire Motor Services Band this Friday on national television.
Welsh principals on Bardic show
August 05, 2014
The top men of Fairey and Tredegar can be seen in slightly different playing action this week....
Quality reading leads the way for Brass Band World
August 05, 2014
No wonder Brass Band World Magazine is leading the way in the publication stakes — so check it out for yourselves..
Judges announced for 2015 North West Regional
August 04, 2014
The men and women who will be in the Area boxes in Blackpool next year have been announced.
Presidential lead inspires National Youth
August 04, 2014
The musical lead of Major Michelle Rakers has been keeping the rank and file of the National Youth Band of Great Britain on their toes...
Report & Results: 2014 Welsh National Eisteddfod
August 04, 2014
There was plenty of great entertainment on show in Llanelli on the weekend as Burry Port, Blaenavon, Ebbw Valley and Royal Oakeley claim National titles.
Midlands Area announce 2015 judges
August 03, 2014
There is an interesting mix of youth and experience for the Midland bands to impress if they want to get to London and Cheltenham in 2015.
Dyke announce Binns appointment
August 03, 2014
Chris Binns to take over principal trombone role with Black Dyke after National Finals.
Wright first time move for Thurcroft
August 03, 2014
Matthew Wright takes first conducting step with appointment at Thurcroft Welfare.
New duo head to Poynton
August 03, 2014
Vernon Building Society Poynton announce two new signings ahead of a busy second half of the contesting year.
2014 National Eisteddfod of Wales
August 02, 2014
If you want to enjoy live brass band contesting on the television this weekend then make sure you tune into Welsh television!
Shilton turns to Great War for latest commemorative work
August 02, 2014
Composer Adam Shilton has looked back to the start of The Great War for his latest compositional project with Co-operative Funeralcare Band North West.
Banding rivalries set aside for great charity cause
August 02, 2014
Two rivals bandsmen are taking time out from competing against each other to help a great charity cause.
Strata and Holling call time on musical partnership
August 02, 2014
Strata Brass and David Holling have parted company after three and a half years.
Cardinal blessing at Reg Vardy
August 01, 2014
Reg Vardy give heir blessing to the new Oldroyd Cardinal range of instruments from Geneva.
Joslin returns to Camborne after Wurzel detour
August 01, 2014
Tim Joslin has returned to the ranks of the Camborne Band after a highly enjoyable time with the Cornish Wurzels...
New PLC euph work to help Stroke Association
August 01, 2014
A brand new euphonium solo by Paul Lovatt-Cooper will aid the ongoing work of The Stroke Association as well as reflect on the centenary of The Great War.
New euph team adds experience to Mount Charles
August 01, 2014
A new euphonium team adds experience to Mount Charles ranks.
Curtin drawn to Salford
August 01, 2014
Black Dyke euph star Gary Curtin joins Mark Landon, Helen Varley and Mike Eccles as a new tutor at the University of Salford.
Darwen add brace to National build up
August 01, 2014
Darwen Brass has added two new players to their ranks ahead of their forthcoming appearance at Cheltenham.
