News / 2021
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GUS & Youth Brass 2000 renew links
October 27, 2021
A 30 year link will be renewed between GUS Band and Youth Brass 2000 next month.
New signings at Pemberton B
October 27, 2021
There has been a welcome infusion of talent to the ranks of Pemberton Old Wigan 'B' Band.
Death of Jim Martin
October 27, 2021
The death has been announced of Jim Martin — the first President of the Whitburn Band
Global links for Tredegar Euph star
October 26, 2021
Welsh champion's Taiwanese euphonium star is building his teaching connections across the globe from his new home in South Wales.
Report & Results: 2021 German Open
October 26, 2021
3BA Concert Band leads the prize winners on their journey to the European Championships after a fine weekend of music making in Brilon.
The Champions return...
October 26, 2021
The debut concert appearance of Champions of Brass — packed with more titles to their names than the British Library will be held later this year — so book your ticket now.
National Youth announce Conductor Competition finalists
October 25, 2021
Six talented conductors claim their places in the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Conductor Competition Final.
The Entertainers are coming...
October 25, 2021
The countdown is on for the Brass in Concert Championships — with brilliant entertainment guaranteed
Wobplay add National and Master classics to platform
October 24, 2021
You can now enjoy the highlights of the 1986 Nationals and 1992 Masters on the Wobplay.com recording platform
Brass Band Wales forced to cancel meeting
October 24, 2021
Unforeseen circumstances have cancelled the proposed quarterly meeting of Bandiau Pres Cymru / Brass Bands Wales.
Wychavon Festival countdowns to kick-off
October 24, 2021
There will be a great day of contesting in Evesham next Saturday with plenty of great prizes and entertainment on offer.
Golborne looking to meet youthful demands
October 24, 2021
The Golborne Band's investment in youth needs a bit of instrumental help.
Death of John Bennett
October 24, 2021
The death has been announced of the respected music retailer John Bennett.
Relaxed approach to boost Youth Championship attraction
October 24, 2021
There have been some relaxations put in place to further help youth bands and ensembles take part in the 2022 National Youth Championships.
Brighouse celebrate reunion return
October 24, 2021
Players past and present gave the audience at Huddersfield Town Hall an evening packed full of nostalgia on their long awaited annual concert series return.
Butlin's deadline extended to 20th November
October 24, 2021
Butlin's offer more time for bands to be able to contest weekend into 2022 schedules.
Epic Tredegar connection in Amersham
October 23, 2021
Two banding organisations with a shared community ethos will link up later today for a musical showcase.
The joy of free music making
October 23, 2021
Dobcross Youth Band continues to inspire the next generation of young players with their free access approach.
New trom signing for Carlton Main Frickley
October 21, 2021
Joe Heartfield, one of the UK's rising trombone talents has been signed by Carlton Main Frickley Band.
Changes to consider for Spectrum
October 23, 2021
An extensive list of small amendments and errata has been issued for bands to take into account on Gilbert Vinter's 'Spectrum'.
No Bounds but 5 star acclaim for Maltby
October 21, 2021
A collaboration with a local electronic artist sees Maltby Miners perform music inspired by the ebb and flow of public transport traffic in Sheffield.
Pemberton and Webster to help revitalise Salvation Army link
October 21, 2021
A new musical initiative hopes to renew a musical link between the banding movement and the Salvation Army.
Flowers sop star signs for BBE
October 21, 2021
Paul Richards will bring his years of business as well as playing experience and excellence to his new role as a trustee of Brass Bands England.
Yorkshire announces judges for 2022 Area Championship
October 21, 2021
The contest schedule and list of judges the Yorkshire bands will have to impress to get the Cheltenham and London has been announced.
Contest dates for 2022 Regional Championships
October 20, 2021
The qualification action will take place over four weekends across the UK next February and March.
