News / 2017
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North of England Area judges announced
October 13, 2017
The quartet of adjudicators who will sit in the various boxes in Durham next March have been revealed.
New contact number for Butlins
October 13, 2017
If you need to contact the Skegness Resort to sort out your rehearsal facilities then there is a new number you have to ring...
Quick acting tuba addition at St Austell
October 13, 2017
St Austell add to their tuba section after James Kenney decides on a quick response...
New signings at Blackburn & Darwen
October 13, 2017
There are more new signings at the Blackburn & Darwen Band as MD Neil Samuel adds to the ranks with youth and experience.
Radio: Listen to the Band
October 13, 2017
More music and chat from Frank Renton on a visit pat and present to the centenary celebrating Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Brass Band Podcast: Episodes 46 & 47
October 13, 2017
The views on the banding world from the two Scottish sages... from Palanga to how to run a brass band properly
EBBA offers acoustic olive branch to Palanga
October 13, 2017
A more conciliatory tone is heard from EBBA as it responds with an offer of re-engagement with Palanga over the future hosting of the European Championships.
World Rankings — October update
October 12, 2017
Valaisia and Whitburn reach new heights in the latest rankings release following their stunning efforts in Birmingham last month.
Hat-trick rule scrapped for National Championship
October 11, 2017
The historic convention of a fourth year bar has been scrapped by the organisers of the National Championships.
Van Looy to premiere autobiographical concerto with a twist
October 11, 2017
A brand new concerto from the pen of Swiss composer Ludovic Neurohr will see euphonium star Glenn Van Looy take an innovative time line musical journey.
Foden's solo contest draws made
October 11, 2017
The draws have been made for one of the most significant solo and quartet contests in the country — with time for a few more quartets to take part.
Kippax welcomes trio of new signings
October 11, 2017
Three new players help boost the ranks at Kippax.
Skelmanthorpe's prospects looking up for 2019 and beyond
October 11, 2017
Skelmanthorpe Prospect Brass has enjoyed a great 2017 — but is now planning for further success in the next 12 months.
Heritage celebration for Brass Band of Western Reserve
October 11, 2017
The Brass Band of the Western Reserve has just celebrated its 20th anniversary — helped by a brand new work from the pen of Philip Sparke.
National Champions open Gallery doors as they seek hat-trick triumph
October 11, 2017
Cory will be showcasing its National Finals preparation work on Howard Snell's 'Gallery' installations ahead of their trip to the Albert Hall.
Reg Vardy add new signings as they showcase Gallery prep work
October 11, 2017
There are a number of new signings in the Reg Vardy ranks as they get ready for their Gallery opening at the Royal Albert Hall.
Cross border welcome at Rochdale contest
October 11, 2017
The forthcoming NWABBA Contest in Rochdale has a true cross border feel to it.
Centre Stage makes North American link
October 11, 2017
Centre Stage Uniforms has announced a five year partnership agreement with the North American Brass Band Association.
Friezeland celebrates first Stannard anniversary
October 11, 2017
A successful 12 months of partnership music making is being celebrated by Friezeland Band and their MD Max Stannard.
Brass Band World: October Edition now out
October 10, 2017
The latest edition of the world's leading monthly brass band publication is out now.
Remembrance releases from Pennine Music
October 10, 2017
Pennine Music has a number of perfect musical choices that can enhance any Remembrance concert or occasion.
Cory stars to lead Mid-Winter Workshop
October 10, 2017
Philip Harper, Tom Hutchinson and Glyn Williams will lead the popular Mid-Winter Brass Workshop, promoted and organised by the South West Brass Band Association next February — so book early.
Foden's inspire next generation
October 10, 2017
The stars of Foden's Band have helped inspire the delegates at the latest East Anglian Brass Band Association Brass Training Day.
Eccles welcomes new euphonium lead
October 10, 2017
Peter McDonough becomes the new solo euphonium of Eccles Borough Band.
Grant aid ends at Grimethopre
October 10, 2017
Brian Grant has resigned as resident Musical Director at Grimethorpe Colliery Band due to health issues.
