News / 2020
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Red light on English banding activity in lockdown
November 03, 2020
Brass Bands England informed by the DCMS that all amateur performing arts activity must stop in England during the forthcoming lockdown period.
Cheltenham Nationals inked in for September
November 03, 2020
Kapitol Promotions make a provisional booking for the runners and riders at the National Finals in Cheltenham in September 2021.
We Shall Remember Them...
November 03, 2020
A poignant reminder of service and sacrifice entitled 'Cenotaph Requiem' is to be released this weekend to help the work of Service Charities.
Report & Results: 2020 Foden's Online Solo & Ensemble Competition
November 01, 2020
A worldwide audience enjoyed the performances from the talented online competitors taking part in Foden's latest initiative.
Fright Night is looming in the dark...
October 31, 2020
If you need a bit of a chill to run down your musical neck then tune into a special 'Tubaween' concert later this evening given by the ghoulish tuba and euphonium players of the University of North Texas.
National Band of New Zealand get ready for global broadcast
October 31, 2020
The National Band of New Zealand will give a free live streamed concert from Hamilton on Sunday afternoon — and it can be enjoyed at different times around the banding globe.
Mark of Remembrance
October 30, 2020
McQueen's of Manchester prepare a bugle to be performed on for the Remembrance Sunday services this year.
Besson Friday meets Misa Mead and Helen Harrelson
October 30, 2020
Philip Harper, Steven Mead and Roger Webster find out more tonight about the careers of Helen Harrelson and Misa Mead — two players who have made their musical mark far from their homes.
Foden's get ready for contest broadcast
October 29, 2020
There is a great evening of wonderful solo and ensemble playing to savour on Friday as you can sit back and enjoy the finalists taking part in the Foden's online Solo & Ensemble contest.
You can't keep a good band down...not in Canada anyway
October 29, 2020
A 10 piece group from the professional Hannaford Street Silver Band has made sure you can't keep great brass band music making down for long despite the restrictions...
Arrivals and departures at Leopard Coachlines Canterbury Brass
October 29, 2020
New Zealand A Grade contenders welcome the experienced Andrew Snell as their new Musical Director.
New look to be announced for Conductors Association
October 29, 2020
Russell Gray will announce the new name and the new objectives of the revamped National Association of Brass Band Conductors on the next BBE webinar presentation.
Radio: Top Brass
October 29, 2020
John Maines returns with plenty of great brass band music to enjoy over the airwaves.
Green light for 2021 Butlins Festival at later January date
October 28, 2020
Butlins announce that its 2021 Brass Band Festival will now go ahead at a later date in January with comprehensive measures in place to reduce Covid-19 risks to visitors and competitors.
RNCM to host online conducting events
October 28, 2020
Two free online events are being hosted by Mark Heron at the RNCM aimed at helping develop wide ranging conducting skills.
Leading Canadian musical honour for Meechan
October 28, 2020
Peter Meechan becomes only the ninth composer to be presented with a prestigious Canadian Band Association Composer Award for his contribution to concert band repertoire.
Young Ambassadors take lead at Crewe Brass
October 28, 2020
Importance of youth sees Crewe Brass create leading organisational roles to tap into the energy and drive of their young stars.
New work to pay homage to War heroes
October 27, 2020
The incredible story of the Shetland Bus heroes is to be celebrated in a new work by Martin Winter performed in a special concert by Tertnes Brass in November.
Cory to host regional battles
October 27, 2020
The world's number 1 ranked band will hosting a new online championship — this time with an emphasis on regional talents.
Curtin raised on new release from Foden's euph star
October 26, 2020
The much anticipated new CD release from Gary Curtin is now available to enjoy.
Watershed moment for Welsh banding as new national body is set up
October 26, 2020
A sense of determination underpins a new national Welsh banding body set up to support, develop and promote the movement at all levels in every part of the nation.
4BR Quiz: Weekend quiz
October 25, 2020
Something to while away the hours as we endure lockdown restrictions in different tiers, forms and guidance this weekend...
Worldwide audience to pick Brass in Concert 'Champion of Champions'
October 25, 2020
A free online weekend of fantastic Brass in Concert entertainment will see audiences at home pick their favourite 'Champion of Champions' performances.
Tricky Dicky beats everyone off the Xmas start line
October 24, 2020
If you are looking to put a festive smile on faces this year then why not get a perfect stocking filler from Richard Evans...
Sage Gateshead gains funding help
October 24, 2020
The Brass in Concert venue receives £1.8 million "vital funding" from the Culture Recovery Fund.
