News / 2020
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Albert Hall safeguards against mass redundancies
September 29, 2020
The Royal Albert Hall enters into a scheme to protect its 515 members of staff, but some jobs may not remain viable in long term.
Beckley's Yorkshire spotlight
September 29, 2020
Duncan Beckley has provided a personal spotlight on the Yorkshire he loves and enjoys...
Barber to lead us through the Blues...
September 29, 2020
Foden's star trombonist John Barber will be leading online delegates through the arts of improvisation in the next Brass Bands England webinar series.
Radio: Top Brass
September 29, 2020
John Maines invites you to enjoy some great brass band music on his new show
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
September 29, 2020
A reminder of what we have missed this week from Chris Helme — with performances from the Regional, National and European Championships.
BBC series triggers forgotten black history at National Championship
September 28, 2020
The recent BBC2 programme 'Black Classical Music: The Forgotten History' has triggered the start of research into the first work from a black composer to be used at the National Championships.
Report & Results: 2020 Cory Online Championships
September 28, 2020
There has been wonderful online entertainment provided by bands from across the globe over the last two weekends of the innovative Cory contest — led by winners Fountain City, Downshire Brass, Lochgelly, Lostrock Hall Memorial and Woodhouse Silver Prize
Steven Mead relinquishes artistic lead of Jeju Festival
September 25, 2020
The Besson artist steps down after helping develop the South Korean event in one of the world's leading wind ensemble and solo competition festivals.
Dyke offer cash bonanza to supporters
September 25, 2020
You can now help support the world's most famous brass band and be in with a chance to win a fair old wedge of cash each week too...
Radio: Chunks of Brass
September 25, 2020
It's a Sunday evening of classical music arrangements to enjoy this week with Ian 'Chunky' Clarke.
Bergby to lead Heaton pilgrims in live-streamed concert
September 25, 2020
Ingar Bergby will direct the world premiere of a new suite of Wilfred Heaton music in a free live-streamed concert given by Eikanger Bjorsvik Musikklag Band this Sunday.
Cory online championship reaches weekend climax
September 24, 2020
The 35 bands in the Championship and Fourth/Unregistered Sections will showcase their entertainment programmes on Friday and Saturday for the banding world to enjoy.
BBE launches Crowdfunding partnership to Save our Brass Bands
September 24, 2020
Brass Bands England will be working with the fundraising platform Crowdfundier.co.uk to try and help bands through the COVID-19 crisis.
Lord Jeans reaches landmark
September 24, 2020
Lord Blaston of Leicestershire — aka trombone star and conductor, Chris Jeans has been celebrating his 60th birthday today...
RNCM to feature Autumn season of online attractions
September 24, 2020
There will be something musical to enjoy for free online from the RNCM throughout Autumn on a weekly basis.
Further foundation blocks put in place for Welsh banding
September 23, 2020
Progress is being made to create a national representative body for the benefit of Welsh banding.
Latest COVID-19 update from BBE
September 22, 2020
Brass Bands England has released the latest clarification received from the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport that will affect English bands.
BBE offers broad picture of success at AGM
September 22, 2020
The facts and figures of a year of resilience and stability were looked at in detail at the recent Brass Bands England Annual General Meeting.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
September 22, 2020
Chris Helme continues to reach out across the world with his selection of brass band favourites.
Death of Pete Tanner
September 22, 2020
The death has been announced of Peter Tanner, the much respected stalwart member of the Downton Band.
Judges announced for Foden's Solo & Ensemble competition
September 21, 2020
There is an impressive line-up of judges to be impressed at the 10th anniversary Foden's Solo & Ensemble Competition — so make sure you get your entries in.
Top pro prize image help from Boarshurst principal
September 20, 2020
An image of Boarshurst Band's principal cornet player Ryan Ashley will be seen travellers throughout the region after inspiring an award winning photographer.
Radio: Top Brass
September 20, 2020
John Maines makes a welcome return to the airwaves with his new programme packed with great music.
Exceptional contributions recognised with BBE Awards
September 20, 2020
The outstanding work of Paul Hindmarsh, Tabby Kerwin, Glenis Smith, Sam Wyne and Nigel Birch has been recognised with Brass Band England Awards.
