News / 2024
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Extra time needed for Welsh Open
February 16, 2024
Bands and supporters heading to Newport for the Welsh Open should give themselves a little extra time to get to the venue.
New era for British Bandsman as title and archive purchased
February 16, 2024
The title and extensive archive of The British Bandsman magazine is now owned by Rob Tompkins.
Italian job success for Marshall
February 16, 2024
Black Dyke Band's principal cornet player Richard Marshall has enjoyed a memorable visit to the Eternal City to link up with the Italian Brass Band.
Double celebration already in hand for Cheltenham
February 15, 2024
Not one but two bands will take to the Torquay stage representing the Cheltenham Silver Band organisation for the second successive year.
ISB to make Paisley return
February 15, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will make a long awaited return to Paisley in May.
Love, Spit and Valve Oil comes to Cardiff
February 15, 2024
Martin Green's passionate exploration of the brass banding world can be enjoyed in Cardiff this evening.
New euph and baritone look at Cory
February 15, 2024
There is a new look to the euphonium and baritone section at Cory Band ahead of their major championship challenges.
Blues battle for Marshall
February 15, 2024
12 year old Charlie Burgess-Dawson will be challenging Richard Marshall to a 'Sugar Blues' battle at the first concert of the Yorkshire Brass Band Festival.
Packed day gives Yorkshire Youth added boost
February 15, 2024
Another packed day of hard work and inspiration has kept the members of the Yorkshire Youth Band on track for their Black Dyke Band Festival appearance.
Foden's enjoy Armagh return
February 15, 2024
A well fed Foden's Band certainly enjoyed their most recent trip to Armagh to meet up with old and new friends.
Free take 5 Area preview for North West
February 15, 2024
If you want to get a sneak preview of all five Area test pieces on one night ahead of Blackpool then get along to Sandbach School this Saturday — and its all free.
Conductors' Association heads to UniBrass
February 15, 2024
The development link between the UniBrass Championships and the Brass Band Conductors' Association will be maintained further this weekend in Warwick.
Waterman adds to Haverhill direction
February 15, 2024
Nathan Waterman has joined Haverhill Band's artistic team as Associate Musical Director.
For the love of brass...
February 13, 2024
Am American Army Vet and brass band lover has fulfilled a passion and opened a new shop to meet the repair needs of brass band players in the USA.
Funeral details announced for the late Brian Broadbent
February 13, 2024
The funeral service for the former Black Dyke Band player and highly respected musician Brian Broadbent has been announced.
Burnett takes baton for Ynyshir Area challenge
February 13, 2024
The experienced Rob Burnett will lead Ynyshir Band on their Cheltenham qualification challenge at the Welsh Regional Championships in March.
Updated website for Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday contests
February 13, 2024
An updated website offers all the required information you bands needs to enter.
Death of Chris Jaudes
February 13, 2024
The death has been announced of the acclaimed trumpet player and educator Chris Jaudes.
79 bands to compete at London & Southern Counties Area
February 13, 2024
There is a fine turn out of bands competing at Stevenage this year — all hoping to get either to the Albert Hall or Cheltenham.
Countdown to UniBrass 2024
February 13, 2024
One of the most vibrant brass band events in the UK calendar is taking place this weekend at the University of Warwick.
BrookWright Music: Fanfare Prelude on Richmond
February 13, 2024
A fantastic new prelude to open any concert is now available from BookWright Music — guaranteed to get people ready to enjoy themselves.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 11th February
February 12, 2024
Music from all corners of the globe this week with Chris Helme.
Sykes signs for Cory
February 12, 2024
After enjoying his recent high profile concert appearances Stephen Sykes has now been appointed solo trombone at Cory Band.
Scottish Championship line-ups confirmed
February 12, 2024
50 bands and ensembles will compete at this year's Scottish Championship events in Perth in March.
New identity evolution for Fairey
February 12, 2024
A new partnership of tradition and innovation sees the KNDS Fairey Band take to the stage for the North West Regional Championships.
