News / 2023
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BandSafe programme links to major new partners
August 17, 2023
Brass Band England's safeguarding programme has been taken on board by the Making Music and Music Mark organisations.
New Gregson concerto to be premiered in Wales
August 17, 2023
Edward Gregson's new viola concerto is set to be premiered at the Presteigne Festival later this month.
Victoria line links north
August 16, 2023
Queen Victoria's Consort brass ensemble will head to the North of England for a special short tour next month.
Brasshoppers flourish with growth in Sandhurst
August 16, 2023
The next crop of talented young players at Sandhurst Silver Band have sprung up in numbers through care and attention.
Rothwell to recall history with unique chronicle collaboration
August 16, 2023
Rothwell Temperance Band is working with innovative sound artist and audio producer Verity Watts to recall their history in a very different way.
National Band of New Zealand to make Australian debut
August 15, 2023
For the first time in its 70 year history the National Band of New Zealand will tour Australia — alongside trumpet stars Philip Cobb and Owen Morris.
Historic debut performance for Italian Brass Band
August 15, 2023
The Italian Brass Band has given a concert performance at one of the nation's most prestigious symphonic band festivals.
BBE to host fundraising webinar
August 15, 2023
BBE Fundraising Manager Beth Lambert will be helping bands to overcome the challenges of gaining financial help and stability with a specialised webinar.
Death of Helen Smart
August 15, 2023
Pemberton Old Wigan Band has announced the death of the much loved mother, teacher, player and Olympic swimmer Helen Smart.
Renewed Presidential role for Wiseman
August 15, 2023
Composer Debbie Wiseman OBE is to continue as President of Making Music.
Betteshanger go West
August 15, 2023
The experienced Mike West becomes the new Musical Director at Betteshanger Colliery Band.
Interview with Thomas Fountain
August 13, 2023
We catch up with the newly appointed Principal Trumpet of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra — the latest in a distinguished line of young brass band players making their mark in the professional ranks.
Willebroek summer school makes local connections
August 13, 2023
59 players enjoy an inspirational week of brass band learning and performance at the Brass Band Willebroek Academy.
National Youth Band Ambassadors entertain in the heart of London
August 13, 2023
The Ambassadors Band of the NYBBGB headed to a musical corner of Trafalgar Square to entertain their latest global audience.
Report & Results: 2023 National Eisteddfod of Wales
August 12, 2023
Deiniolen claims the National honours in Boduan as Holywell and Beaumaris Youth Band also secure titles and a European place.
New Elgar additions to Wobplay platform
August 12, 2023
Two concert performances from the Elgar International Brass Band Summer School — including Cory in celebratory mood can now be enjoyed on the Wobplay.com recording platform.
British Open to be live-streamed
August 11, 2023
The 169th British Open Championship will once again be live-streamed from Symphony Hall in Birmingham.
Youth Champs eager to build on success
August 11, 2023
Brass Bands England hopes to attract even more bands to its National Youth Championships in Cheltenham next year — and there is plenty of time to be a part of it.
Cornish bands help attract holiday makers
August 11, 2023
The welcoming brass band community in Cornwall has helped attract inquisitive holiday makers to the area.
NYBBS principals gain Besson congratulations
August 10, 2023
Besson Musical Instruments has supported the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland's Principal Ensemble as they wow audiences with their performances.
Draws made for Wychavon Festival of Brass
August 10, 2023
The draws have been announced for each of the sections at the Wychavon Festival of Brass later this year.
New Chief Executive at National Youth Arts Wales
August 10, 2023
Evan Dawson becomes the new CEO of the charity that overseas the stable of youth arts organisations in Wales — including its National Youth Brass Band.
Percussion tutor role available at RWCM&D
August 10, 2023
The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama has a Percussion tutor role to be filled as part of its RWCM&D Youth Department.
NYBBS gain acclaim from a King and a Duke
August 10, 2023
A memorable National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course came to a close last weekend with Wynton Marsalis and the Duke of Edinburgh on hand to enjoy the music making.
