News / 2024
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Marzella to lead Aldbourne BiC challenge
September 26, 2024
Katrina Marzella Wheeler will conduct the West of England contenders at the Brass in Concert Championships in November.
Johnstone steps down from Cold Ash role
September 26, 2024
Jemma Johnstone has decided to step down as MD of Cold Ash Brass after 12 years at the helm.
A lifetime of banding marked
September 26, 2024
A wonderfully uplifting presentation was recently made by the Scottish Brass Band Association to the remarkable Sarah Brooksbank.
Flowers headline Reading double header
September 26, 2024
There is the chance to hear Hatherleigh and Flowers in concert action in Reading this weekend, with extra attractions as part of the British Bandsman Concert series.
Meylemans to direct Stavanger at Siddis and NM
September 25, 2024
The Belgian conductor Ivan Meylemans will conduct Stavanger Band at the forthcoming Siddis and Norwegian National Championships.
Inspirational Minshall becomes Classic FM Visiting Teacher of the Year
September 25, 2024
The wonderful work undertaken by Helen Minshall in inspiring future generations of young players has been marked by becoming the 2024 Classic FM Visiting Teacher of the Year.
Dutch contenders aim for Utrecht and Linz
September 24, 2024
There is a strong line-up of bands competing for National and international honours at this year's Dutch National Championships.
EBBA launches 2025 Conductor Competition
September 24, 2024
Young conductors are being invited to enter the 8th European Conductor Competition in Stavanger.
BBC Young Musician Competition returns
September 24, 2024
The BBC's flagship music competition returns to the airwaves.
UniBrass to head to Cardiff
September 24, 2024
The 2025 UniBrass Championships will take place at the University of Cardiff.
London & Southern Counties confirm 2025 Area dates
September 24, 2024
Bands will head to Stevenage next year on the weekend of the 15th & 16th March
New date for Doctor Martin Wainstone Cup contest
September 24, 2024
The well funded contest moves from September to July in 2025.
Hindmarsh acclaim for Arnold release
September 24, 2024
Foden's recent Malcolm Arnold CD release has gained further critical acclaim.
BrookWright Music: City of David (Philip Rayment)
September 24, 2024
Christmas is on the horizon — so why not fill your stockings early with new festive music.
Stop doing pit work...
September 24, 2024
If you think you need to give your mouthpiece an overhaul then you need to Doodles it...
Fond Woodfalls farewell for Williams
September 24, 2024
The popular percussionist Paul Williams will head for a new chapter in his life after 37 years of playing with Woodfalls Band.
Bokaris to lead free masterclass
September 24, 2024
Black Dyke Band's solo euphonium star Adam Bokaris will lead a free masterclass with Thornsett Band
Government launches scheme to help children access music
September 23, 2024
A long awaited government trial comes on line to help disadvantaged children and those with special educational needs learn to play an instrument.
Foden's adds to the ranks ahead of National challenge
September 23, 2024
Foden's will be joined trumpet star Jens Lindemann and conductor So Matsukawa for their traditional pre-national concert at Regent Hall.
Royal Patronage endorses Wells musical outlook
September 23, 2024
The Patronage of King Charles III continues to confirm the musical reputation of a school with wide and varied musical vision — including the best of brass.
Grant boost aids Easington for National Final
September 23, 2024
Easington Colliery Band has gained a generous boost to aid their musical ambitions at the Royal Albert Hall in a couple of weeks time.
Report & Result: 2024 Besson Swiss Open Contest
September 22, 2024
Valaisia lays down gauntlet for Swiss National challenge as they claim the Swiss Open honours in Luzern.
2025 Area test-pieces from World of Brass
September 21, 2024
Make sure you get your test-pieces for the Area Championships next year from World of Brass.
The Brass Band Podcast: Politics & Brass Bands
September 21, 2024
The latest episode of Brass Bands England's podcast looks at the connection between politics and brass bands...
Bands ready for Red Admiral entertainment
September 21, 2024
There is an exciting line-up of bands ready to showcase their entertainment talents to the world in Chorley later this month.
