News / 2023
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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.
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.
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.
New principal lead at Olney
October 12, 2023
Sara Stokes has become the new principal cornet at Olney Brass.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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 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.
Grimethorpe enhance Bach link
October 09, 2023
Michael Bach has been appointed Professional Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Tait takes lead at Westoe
October 09, 2023
Phillip Tait takes the baton at Westoe Brass on a permanent basis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
