News / 2024
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Report & Results: 2024 Austrian National Championship
October 22, 2024
Brass Band Oberosterreich retains its grip on its National title in Linz to book its place back as the home representative at the 2026 Europeans.
Countdown on for Dutch Nationals
October 21, 2024
The 43rd Dutch National Championships take place this weekend in Utrecht.
Taylor celebration for half century of excellence
October 20, 2024
The banding movement has paid tribute to Brian Taylor of the KNDS Fairey Band at a special concert at the RNCM in Manchester
Brass Band England Awards made in London
October 20, 2024
From the Young Bandsperson to Lifetime Achievement accolades were presented to a host of outstanding winners at the Brass Band Conference.
PLC connection with Five Lakes Silver
October 20, 2024
Paul Lovatt-Cooper has become the Composer in Residence with Five Lakes Silver Band in the USA
National qualification focus on Smith & Grezzy's 'Big Chat Brass'
October 20, 2024
The latest podcast from Smith & Grezzy looks at the decision to reduce the number of Royal Albert Hall finalists — and whether there may be a better option or two...
Volunteer opportunities at Youth Championships
October 20, 2024
Brass Bands England announce volunteer opportunities at the 2025 Youth Championships of Great Britain
Flowers stars boost communal excellence at Enderby
October 20, 2024
Players from the new National Champion have helped players from all parts of the Enderby musical family
Queensbury to return to Yorkshire Area
October 20, 2024
After 37 away the name of Queensbury Music Centre will once again appear on the Yorkshire Area Championships programme.
Full day of musical entertainment on offer at Wychavon
October 20, 2024
There will be a full day of competitive entertainment on show at the De Montfort School in Evesham next month.
Congratulations for Henderson on lifetime's commitment
October 20, 2024
The banding movement has offered its congratulations to Andrew Henderson after he is awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by SBBA.
Youth lead for 2025 BBE Conference
October 20, 2024
The Next Generation will take the lead for the 2025 Brass Band Conference hosted by Brass Bands England
National Youth Band launches flagship Composer Competition
October 18, 2024
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is searching for the next generation of talented young composers
Austrian Nationals to be live broadcast
October 18, 2024
You can enjoy the competitive action from the 10th Austrian National Championships this weekend.
Superbrass Saturday: In Storm and Sunshine (John Clifford arr. Christopher Houlding)
October 18, 2024
A cracking circus march sure to bring musical thunder and lightening to any concert programme.
Future titles and fund raising targets for Flowers
October 18, 2024
The newly crowned National Champion is targeting more major titles and plenty more fund raising cash to propel them to Linz in 2026.
Dobson's musical plea to support friend
October 18, 2024
Composer Simon Dobson has written a very personal work to seek a human response to a humanity crisis directly affecting a close friend.
Future Leaders launch year-long programme
October 18, 2024
Eight new future leaders of the banding movement take their first steps to inspire the next generation of players
BrookWright Music: Armistice at Flanders Fields (Dwayne Bloomfield)
October 18, 2024
A work with a deeply emotional connection appropriate for any Remembrance Concert.
Italian passion for Marzella-Wheeler
October 18, 2024
A visit to Rome by Yamaha artist Katrina Marzella-Wheeler has help maintain the musical passion of the Italian Brass Band
Morley programme confirmed for EverReady
October 18, 2024
The second band of the Leeds Best of Brass series has announced the full details of its programme.
BBE shortlisted for its ScottishPower leads
October 18, 2024
Brass Bands England's 'Elevate' programme and Chairperson Mike Kilroy have been shortlisted for ScottishPower Foundation Awards.
A little band with a big future at Menai Bridge
October 18, 2024
130 years of brass band music making was celebrated by Menai Bridge Band Porthaethwy
JAM Call for Music
October 18, 2024
The annual 'Call for Music' for composers wishing to write for SATB choir, brass quintet and organ has been announced.
Ashton announce PLC status
October 18, 2024
Ashton under Lyne has appointed Paul Lovatt-Cooper as their new Musical Director.
