News / 2019
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Imps and Gresswell part company
March 15, 2019
The musical partnership between Yorkshire Imperial and Simon Gresswell has come to an end.
Lewis Merthyr head north to offer vocal help
March 15, 2019
The Lewis Merthyr Band will head north to the Welsh Regional Championship this weekend with an additional stop off to help one of the nation's most famous choirs...
Stars join up for Cancer Charity concert
March 15, 2019
Star players will join up for a great cause later this month at Exeter Cathedral.
Call us Shirley...
March 15, 2019
The centenary celebrating Midlands band is looking for old Shirley players and supporters to get in touch...
Tredegar to showcase Seascapes challenge
March 13, 2019
Ian Porthouse and Tredegar Band will be showcasing their preparations on Ray Steadman-Allen's set-work on Thursday evening.
Bolsover seeks worldwide delegates
March 13, 2019
The Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School has produced a promotional video to highlight its attractions to delegates around the world.
New Zealand to celebrate Vinter at National Championships
March 13, 2019
The oldest National Championship in the world will celebrate the life of Gilbert Vinter, as two of his greatest compositions are to be the set-works for the A and B Grade bands in Hamilton.
Heartfield takes lead on adjudication training
March 13, 2019
The experienced Martin Heartfield is to spearhead the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators training programmes.
Financial boost from Kerwin legacy
March 13, 2019
A wonderful gesture inspired by the late Simon Kerwin will continue to help bands with their musical development.
Geneva Group increases DNA profile
March 13, 2019
The Geneva Group has announced a new chapter in their ambition to link their DNA to produce world class instruments with world class workers at a world class factory.
Peggy finally enjoys putting her feet up...
March 12, 2019
Peggy Tomlinson is finally enjoying having a well earned rest after her last Yorkshire Championship as Regional Secretary and a new knee...
Cold Ash strengthen their ranks ahead of Stevenage
March 12, 2019
Cold Ash Brass will be boosted by new signings and returnees as they prepare for their Stevenage assault.
Entries open for Denby Pottery
March 12, 2019
The popular Denby Pottery Entertainment event will take place in June — with bands urged to get their entries in...
Schoonhoven and Vos bring back forgotten memories
March 12, 2019
Works by Wilfred Heaton, Eric Ball, Derek Bourgeois and Gilbert Vinter formed part of Brass Band Schoonhoven's recent grading performance
Something of an unique achievement for Newmains?
March 12, 2019
Newmains & District have been wondering if their latest success at the Scottish Championships is part of an unique achievement?
Hirst to help keep musical focus on female achievements
March 12, 2019
Brighouse & Rastrick star Laura Hirst is to help Femmes Fortissimo keep a musical focus on women's achievements.
Morley looking for bands to get off to a quick march
March 12, 2019
The popular Morley March & Hymn Tune contest will take place later this year — so be quick of the mark to get your entry in.
Reg Vardy to lead Area spotlight
March 12, 2019
The Reg Vardy band will be opening its doors this weekend to showcase their Area preparations with help from a couple of friends.
Ireland enjoys Phoenix experiences
March 12, 2019
Ireland Colliery certainly enjoyed their recent Phoenix musical experience, despite not quite managing to qualify for the Cheltenham National Finals.
Gloucestershire youth to gain Marsalis experience of a lifetime
March 12, 2019
Members of the Gloucestershire Youth Brass Band are set to enjoy a musical experience of a lifetime later this year — as they join with the incredible Wynton Marsalis on stage...
Tuba talent to enjoy further cooperation success in Europe
March 12, 2019
Talented tuba player Gavin Johnson enjoyed a memorable weekend in Perth — with victory with the cooperation band and confirmation of his trip to play in the European Youth Brass Band in Montreux.
BBE debutantes enjoy regional experience
March 12, 2019
Brass Bands England had two regional debutantes performing brilliantly at Torquay on the weekend...
Redruth enjoys renewed success
March 12, 2019
A famous Cornish banding name is enjoying rejuvenated success after their latest win at the Regional Championships in Torquay.
Awards and more awards for Coalburn
March 12, 2019
There were awards presented to Coalburn Band before and after the recent Scottish Championships in Perth.
New players stop off at J36
March 12, 2019
J36 Brass has welcomed a number of new signings ahead of their North of England Regional Championship challenge this weekend in Durham
