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British Open

Line-up confirmed for British Open

August 04, 2022
18 bands will look to rejoice in victory at this year's British Open Championship at Symphony Hall.


Harper

Welsh youth ready to shine in distant parts

August 04, 2022
Philip Harper will lead the National Youth Brass Band of Wales alongside special guest soloist Isobel Daws in a trip of concerts covering all corners of the country.


Peter Moore

Proms solo debut for Moore

August 04, 2022
Peter Moore will perform the George Walker 'Trombone Concerto' at the Proms later this month.


Dowdeswell

Dowdeswell delivers eye-popping inspiration on National Youth course

August 04, 2022
The Yamaha trumpet star Louis Dowdeswell took a trip to Taunton this week to deliver an inspirational masterclass for everyone to hear...


Korea

Cory ready for South Korean tour

August 04, 2022
Cory looks to add to its global appeal with its forthcoming trip to South Korea.


nybbgb

Brabbins leads musical principals at Taunton

August 03, 2022
The conductor of English National Opera is in Taunton preparing the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain for its 70th anniversary concert.


Kershaw

New MD at Hitchin

August 03, 2022
The experienced Andrew Kershaw takes the baton as Musical Director at the Hitchin Band.


Graham

Interview with Peter Graham

August 02, 2022
We catch up with the composer of 'Hyperlink' to find out more about the work being premiered this weekend by the National Youth Band of Great Britain — and then played again at the National Finals in October.


Norway

Norwegians enjoy colourful Summer Courses

August 02, 2022
There are Summer Courses taking place across Norway — catering from the Green shoots of youth to the slightly greyer experience of older heads...


Strathallan

NYBBS put principals in place

August 02, 2022
The principal players of the three National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have been chosen in Strathallan.


IBBSS

We do love to be beside the seaside...

August 01, 2022
The delegates of the International Brass Band Summer School are already enjoying the music, fun and brilliant weather in Swansea — with 'Great' news about their end of course concert too...


Eisteddfod

Report & Results: 2022 Welsh National Eisteddfod

August 01, 2022
Northop Silver adds National title to CV with section victors to Beaumaris and Cross Keys in Tregaron.


UnIBrass

Carry on camping....

August 01, 2022
The UniBrass Band Camp will be rounded off with a trio of free concerts later this month — and there is still time to pack a ruck sack and join the fun...


Wellington

Positive outcomes from New Zealand Nationals

August 01, 2022
Although still affected by Covid-19 infections, the right positives were enjoyed at the recent New Zealand National Championships according to its President.


NYBBS

Scottish youth prepare for musical action

August 01, 2022
Over 150 young performers are at Strathallan School in Perthshire eager and enthused by a week of great music making to come...


Shah

Awards round off memorable course for Childrens' Band

July 31, 2022
The Summer Course of the National Childrens Band of Great Britain came to a memorable conclusion at Well Cathedral on this week.


Colorado

Keating takes principal lead at Colorado

July 31, 2022
Dr Brett Keating has become the principal conductor of Colorado Brass.


St Ronan

Getting ready for Summer at St Ronan's

July 31, 2022
There is a great summer camp to enjoy for young players being organised by St Ronan's Band — and its free and open to all!


YorkRI

New principal takes the lead at York

July 31, 2022
Katie Wannop returns to become the new principal cornet at York Railway Institute Band.


Bradford

Just what the Doctor ordered...

July 31, 2022
City of Bradford has enjoyed a boost to the health of their cornet section with the signing of Amy Hiles.


Fairlop

Fairlop honoured by Last Post involvement

July 31, 2022
Fairlop Brass has enjoyed a memorable tour to Europe — culminating in the honour of being able to perform as past of the Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate.


NYBBS

Interview with Ian Porthouse

July 29, 2022
We catch up with Ian Porthouse to find out more about the forthcoming National Youth Brass Bands Summer course has in store for players in all three of its bands.


National Children's Band of Great Britain

All Wells that ends Wells for National Children's Band

July 29, 2022
The National Chidlren's Band of Great Britain will head to the magnificent Wells Cathedral this afternoon for their exciting end of course concert.


Sweden

Harper enjoys Swedish musical links

July 28, 2022
The Cory MD, Philip Harper is in Sweden helping inspire both wind and brass performers.


Commonwealth Games

Sounds of brass as Birmingham welcomes Commonwealth Games

July 28, 2022
There will be plenty of great music, including some heavy brass to enjoy as the Commonwealth Games comes to Birmingham this weekend.




Presto CDs

Presto Music Collection: Six more to add to your playlist

January 1 • New and old CDs from David Childs and John Wilson to Black Dyke and Williams Fairey.


Richard Marshall

Marshall makes Riverside connection with baton

January 1 • Richard Marshall becomes part of the conducting team spearheading NASUWT Riverside in 2026.


RWCMD

New Year financial boost for RWCM&D

January 1 • The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama gains nearly two million pounds in funding to help provide its core delivery of performance based music and drama.


Presidential role for Dame Errollyn Wallen CBE

January 1 • The critically acclaimed composer has become the new President of The Royal Society of Musicians.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Tintwistle Band

January 1 • We have a vacancy for an Eb bass player to complete our bass section.. We are looking forward to competing in the 2nd section Midlands area contest in March 2026.. We rehearse Monday&Thursday 8-10pm in our own bandroom under the baton of our MD Jim Henson.


Croy Silver Band

January 1 • Croy Silver Band currently has contest vacancies on Cornet and Percussion, but is always happy to accommodate enthusiastic new players in any section of the band.


Welwyn Garden City Band

December 30 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an eye on the 2026 Areas. We have vacancies for a FRONT ROW CORNET player and PERCUSSIONISTS.. Our MD is Will Douglas and we rehearse in Welwyn Garden City on Sunday evenings from 7.00-9.00pm.


David W. Ashworth

RSCM, ABBA Exec Member, NABBC PRO.
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator


               

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