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Elland Silver

Elland boost to outreach inspiration

October 12, 2023
The Elland Silver Band organisation has received a financial boost to their efforts in reaching out to potential new local recruits.


Friary

Percussion addition at Friary ahead of National Final appearance

October 12, 2023
Martin Davies joins the percussion ranks of Friary Brass ahead of their Royal Albert Hall appearance next weekend.


Stranraer

Half century celebrations at Stranraer

October 12, 2023
Stranraer Brass will hope to link up with as many old friends and former players for its 50th anniversary celebrations next month.


Olney Brass

New principal lead at Olney

October 12, 2023
Sara Stokes has become the new principal cornet at Olney Brass.


Peter Moore

Moore to headline Wingates' 150th anniversary celebrations

October 10, 2023
Peter Moore will be the featured guest soloist as the Wingates Band celebrates its 150th anniversary next month.


Fodens

Foden's head to Regent Hall before National assault

October 10, 2023
The defending National Champion will one again appear at Regent Hall as they look to claim a National hat-trick on Edward Gregson's 'Of Men and Mountains'.


tAKE IT AWAY

Take it away scheme offers instrument purchase help for players

October 10, 2023
Creative United has teamed up with Omni Capital to offer interest free loans to help with instrument purchase.


British Open

British Open makes further review progress

October 10, 2023
The British Open looks to appoint a Contest Administrator and open avenues of dialogue as part of its ongoing review of its major events.


Black Dyke

From Merano to Men and Mountains for Black Dyke

October 10, 2023
The Yorkshire Champion enjoyed an epic trip to the Merano Music Festival in Italy — with some mountainous challenges overcome on their way too.


Frernie

Scots delight at Jock music test

October 10, 2023
A cracking work by composer Alan Fernie inspired by the cartoon characters 'The Broons' will be heard ' by everyone' across the UK in 2024.


Thoresby Colliery

Thoresby partnership comes to an end

October 10, 2023
The musical partnership between conductor Michael Howley and Thoresby Colliery comes to an end after four years.


BBE Trustees

BBE look to make Young Trustee appointments

October 10, 2023
If you are young, motivated, passionate and dynamic about brass banding then Brass Bands England wants to work with you.


Michael Bach

Grimethorpe enhance Bach link

October 09, 2023
Michael Bach has been appointed Professional Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


tait

Tait takes lead at Westoe

October 09, 2023
Phillip Tait takes the baton at Westoe Brass on a permanent basis.


West of England

Dates and venues for West of England Areas announced

October 09, 2023
The Riviera International Centre and the Upton Vale Community Centre in Torquay will host the 2024 West of England Regional Championships.


Eleavte

Elevate initiative brings brass and drag together

October 09, 2023
The Freckleton Band will work with artist Jamie Fletcher to bring together two long standing performing traditions in an exciting new BBE collaboration.


Willebroek

Report & Results: 2023 Willebroek Solo Competition

October 09, 2023
65 performers took to the stage to try and claim one of the four category titles that were on offer at the Cultuucentrum De Star Willebroek.


BBE Conference

Award winners receive deserved conference acclaim

October 08, 2023
The annual Brass Bands England award winners received deserved acclaim for their passion, commitment and brilliance.


Conference

BBE announces funding projects, help and 2024 theme

October 08, 2023
10 organisations will benefit from the BBE Project Fund as announcements are made about further funding help and the theme of the 2024 Conference to be held in London.


Trophies

Stanley entertainment on offer with local bands

October 08, 2023
There will be plenty of great brass band entertainment on offer in Stanley in the North East today as 10 great local bands take to the stage.


gAVIN hIGGINS

Higgins tour de force ignites BBE Conference

October 08, 2023
A passionate thought provoking keynote speech by composer Gavin Higgins set the tone for a confident Brass Bands England Conference in Huddersfield.


Yorkshire Youth Band

Yorkshire Youth shines at first season meeting

October 06, 2023
The young players of the Yorkshire Youth Band certainly showed off their talents on their first meeting of the new season.


bbe cONFERENCE

Archive visits part of BBE Conference attractions

October 06, 2023
Delegates at this weekend's Brass Bands England Conference can find out much more about Heritage and Innovation.


Cory

Cory set for residency return

October 06, 2023
Cory will make a long awaited return to the RWCM&D in Cardiff this weekend — inspiring the next generation of youngsters along the way.


Horvotiz

Second postponement for Regent tributes

October 06, 2023
A bout of Covid has meant that Regent Brass has had to postpone its much anticipated concert of leading contemporary works for the brass band medium.




Dutch Youth

Dutch Youth shine under Antrobus and Hutchinson

August 23 • The second Dutch National Youth Band course was a great success under the direction of its inspiring musical leaders.


Bandamonium

Bandamonium set for Yorkshire

August 23 • After the success of its fourth edition in Devon the fantastic community extravaganza is set to take place in Yorkshire in September.


BrookWright Music

BrookWright Music: O Little One Sweet (J.S Bach arr. Andrew Wainwright)

August 23 • Bring a classy touch of Bach to your concert programmes with this charming little lullaby carol.


Skelmersdale

New MD and player influx at Skelmersdale

August 23 • They have been packing the ranks and the rostrum at Skelmersdale Band.


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 22 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL51 7JY


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Saffron Hall

Wednesday 27 August • Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH


Uckfield Concert Brass - Eastbourne Bandstand 1812 Concert

Wednesday 27 August • Eastbourne Bandstand, Lower Grand Parade, Eastbourne. BN21 3AD


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 29 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL51 7JY


wantage silver band

August 22 • Wantage Community Brass (non-competitive) are looking to recruit a new Musical Director. The group is unique in that the average age is almost certainly around 70! They rehearse on Tue from 4pm and Thu from 7pm (both times flexible depending on person).


Lydbrook Band

August 20 • Bass Trombone


Regent Brass

August 20 • Regent Brass (Championship Section) seek Bass Trombone, Eb/Bb Bass & Percussion. Shortlisted for 4barsrest Lower Section Band of the Year 2024, we have a balanced schedule of innovative concerts & contests, regularly premiering new music.


Duncan Wilson

Bmus(hons), LGSMD
Conductor, Adjudicator (member AoBBA)


               

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