News / 2023
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Report & Result: 2023 Senior Trophy
May 13, 2023
Thundersley heads the huntsman's challenge to claim victory in Blackpool.
Free Euphonium Focus in Cardiff
May 12, 2023
David Childs, Dr Robert Childs and Steven Mead will lead a free day of euphonium inspiration at the RWCM&D on Saturday 27th May.
Vertommen takes the reins at Rijnmond
May 12, 2023
The experienced Luc Vertommen will look to inspire Brass Band Rijnmond to future top section glory after his appointment as MD.
Dutch Open provides centrepiece to Groningen Brass Experience
May 12, 2023
20 bands will compete at the Dutch Open in June — part of a five day festival of brass music in the Dutch city.
Centenary preparations in hand for ODBBA celebrations.
May 12, 2023
A special band, world premieres and music to cater for all tastes will help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Oxfordshire & District Brass Band Association in June.
Still looking for that National booking?
May 12, 2023
The hotel accommodation specialists have been working with bands to ensure their National Finals appearances are stress free.
Grimethorpe welcomes Master of the King's Music
May 12, 2023
Judith Weir CBE recently enjoyed a musical visit to Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Major new release for Onyx Brass
May 12, 2023
The 30th anniversary of the acclaimed brass ensembles sees new works recorded by renowned composers — from Errollyn Wallen and Mark Anthony Turnage to Roxanna Panufnik and Simon Dobson.
Laganvale maintains Swedish link
May 12, 2023
The musical to Sweden enjoyed by Laganvale (Metal Technology) Band on their recent European Championhip appearance is to be enhanced again this month.
Pinch of Garlick boosts musical taste buds at Lindley
May 12, 2023
The vastly experienced Phil Garlick has joined the horn ranks at Lindley Band in Yorkshire.
2023 Spring Festival line-ups confirmed
May 11, 2023
The line-up of competing bands heading to Blackpool's Winter Gardens this weekend have been confirmed.
Conducting Competition test pieces announced
May 11, 2023
Edward Gregson's 'World Rejoicing' and John Golland's 'Sounds' will challenge the semi-finalists at this years Brass Band Conductors' Association Conducting Competition.
Scots given some stick by Gray
May 11, 2023
Russell Gray and Stuart Black enjoy giving two dozen aspiring conductors some well directed stick work
Final call for Morley March & Hymn Tune Contest
May 11, 2023
If you want to take part in the popular event there is still time to get your entry in...
Pennies from Heaven and more — Elland thanks for Euro help
May 11, 2023
Elland Silver Youth Band returns from an incredible experience at the recent European Youth Championships — and thank their supporters for getting them there.
Paul Mealor to work with Foden's in presidential role
May 11, 2023
The world renowned classical music composer Paul Mealor has become the new President of the National Champion, Foden's.
Welsh contesting season gets Spring boost
May 11, 2023
The domestic Welsh contesting calendar has a new venue to its name this month as bands head to Tonyrefail.
Gregson work helps Coronation celebrations in Taiwan
May 11, 2023
The Coronation of Charles III was celebrated around the globe last weekend — including a special performance of an Edward Gregson work in Taiwan.
Still time to nominate for BBE Awards
May 11, 2023
You have until Saturday night to nominate the organisations or individuals you think have made a huge impact on the banding world in the past year.
Super Six add to United strength for Blackpool
May 11, 2023
Unite the Union Band will head to the British Open Spring Festival boosted by six new recent signings.
New trustee foundations in place at UniBrass
May 11, 2023
Six new appointments have been made to the board of trustees at the UniBrass Foundation.
New Jeans to be worn at Ratby
May 11, 2023
The experienced Chris Jeans has joined the Ratby Band as its new Musical Director.
Result: 2023 European Youth Championships: Premier Section
May 07, 2023
Catch Basin Brass Band from Austria makes it a hat-trick Premier success in Malmo.
Result: 2023 European Youth Championships: Development Section
May 07, 2023
The fantastic Smoras Skolemusikk takes the Development Section title honours back to Norway.
Interview with Martyn Brabbins
May 07, 2023
4BR talks to Martyn Brabbins, Music Director of English National Opera at the European Youth Championships in Malmo.
