News / 2023
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Cosentino connects to brass in Peru and Mexico
July 27, 2023
Tuba player and teacher Patricio Cosentino continues to inspire youngsters to take up brass — and brass band playing in Peru and Mexico.
Wessex prepares for massed delegates
July 26, 2023
Michael Fowles will lead delegates on the forthcoming Wessex Band Summer School.
Willebroek solo contest links with Wick and Alliance
July 26, 2023
The Willebroek Solo Competition has gained support from the Denis Wick and Alliance brands.
Reconnection for EverReady
July 26, 2023
The Reg Vardy Band will become the EverReady Band as they make a reconnection in more ways than one to their proud past to power their future ambitions.
Playing means the earth to the National Children's Band of Great Britain
July 26, 2023
The National Children's Band of Great Britain is working hard, having fun and learning loads as they look towards their end of course concert on Friday in Norwich.
BBE to launch Brass Band Week in 2024
July 25, 2023
A new initiative aimed at promoting the community benefits of banding nationwide will be launched in July 2024 by Brass Bands England.
Grimethorpe make cross genre concert link
July 25, 2023
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will link up with the RSVP Bhangra ensemble and operatic soprano vocalist Belinda Evans for their latest high profile concert appearance.
Top sop lead to manage Sovereign
July 25, 2023
Soprano player Vicky Flint becomes the new Band Manager at Sovereign Brass.
Ryan takes the lead at City of Bradford
July 25, 2023
Matthew Ryan becomes the new Musical Director of City of Bradford Band.
Heart of oak for centenary Lydbrook
July 25, 2023
The Lydbrook Band's centenary celebrations have continued in the wooded heart of their local community.
Elland look to reignite lost love
July 25, 2023
The Elland Silver Band organisation is looking to reignite lost and new passions for playing in a brass band.
Generational link maintained at Michelmersh
July 25, 2023
A remarkable link has been maintained at Michelmersh Silver Band as the latest founder family member joins the ranks.
Wyss and Marzella to lead new Kingdom era
July 24, 2023
Thomas Wyss and Katrina Marzella-Wheeler will form the new musical partnership to lead Kingdom Brass.
Roberts to lead Yorkshire champion Cheltenham assault
July 24, 2023
The vastly experienced John Roberts will lead Huddersfield & Ripponden's Third Sectional National Final appearance.
NYBBS gain Denis Wick support for solo competitions
July 24, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland has linked up with Denis Wick Products to support its in-house solo competitions
Death of Brian Howard
July 24, 2023
The death has been announced of the respected conductor Brian Howard.
Fulham appoint Hairsine to lead role
July 23, 2023
Sam Hairsine, the Director of Music of The Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines Collingwood has become the new Musical Director of Fulham Brass.
Ilkeston overcomes ultimatum to secure future
July 23, 2023
Ilkeston Brass has overcome a 24 hour demolition ultimatum to secure their future at a new home.
Exciting London debut for KamBrass
July 23, 2023
KamBrass gained further acclaim for their adventurous musical approach after making their concert debut in London.
Early ticket boost for Brass in Concert Championships
July 23, 2023
The early birds have already begun to snap up tickets for the concert and contest attractions at this year's Brass in Concert Championships.
Interview with Philip Harper
July 22, 2023
We talk to Philip Harper about his latest concert project — and a new 3 year take on a classic tale of Charles Dickens.
Lovatt humbled by Capitol response
July 22, 2023
Brass Pack trumpet star has been overwhelmed by the response to his latest Sinatra inspired musical project.
Conductor Association launches survey
July 20, 2023
The Brass Band Conductors' Association has launched its 2023 survey — and wants to hear from the brass band community with its opinions.
Stockport Schools' Band celebrates 45th birthday
July 20, 2023
Pupils young and old reunite for a fantastic celebration of music provision and inspiration.
