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Childs and Fisher to be awarded Iles and Mortimer Medals
David Childs and Paul Fisher will be the recipients of the 2024 Iles and Mortimer Medals in recognition of their outstanding service to the brass band movement.
April 18, 2024
Flemish Open to showcase new works
23 bands will perform at the Flemish Open in Mechelen this weekend with four new set-test works being premiered.
April 18, 2024
Pacey lead relinquished after 20 year temporary help
The outstanding John Pacey has stepped down from the principal cornet role at Harborough Band after a temporary stay of 20 years...
April 18, 2024
Rothwell ready for Morley appearance
Rothwell Temperance Band is the latest top flight attraction at the Leeds Best of Brass series at Morley Town Hall.
April 18, 2024
Moore in recital mode at Wigmore Hall
The trombone virtuoso can be heard in recital mode at London's Wigmore Hall this Friday
April 18, 2024
Fernie inspires new compositional talent
Alan Fernie has used his vast experience to help inspire youngsters on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter course to try out their composer skills.
April 18, 2024
NASUWT Riverside to bind time in Sunderland
A reprise collaboration between a brass band and an innovative pop-art group will be heard loud and clear at one of Sunderland's leading performance venues this weekend.
April 17, 2024
Bands ready for Buxton
There is a small but competitive field of own-choice performances to enjoy at the Buxton Contest this weekend.
April 17, 2024
World Rankings: April update
After a busy start to the contesting year, the first Band Supplies — 4barsrest World rankings update of the year sees Foden's sitting proudly at the top.
April 16, 2024
New duo to lead Easington challenges
The experienced conducting duo of Michael Fowles and Luc Vertommen will lead the newly crowned North of England champion at Blackpool and London.
April 16, 2024
Dalmellington appoint Duncan as new MD
Andrew Duncan has been appointed the new Musical Director of top section Scottish band Dalmellington.
April 16, 2024
New cornet addition welcomed at Tredegar
Ahead of their European assault, Tredegar welcomes the signing of cornet player Ollie Cordner.
April 16, 2024
Bernstein link fitted perfectly at Tyldesley
A new business and musical partnership looks to support future progress of the Tyldesley Band.
April 16, 2024
Tweed Valley arts combine in Innerleithen
A collaboration between local artists, photographers and two bands will bring music and imagery together for a special concert next month.
April 16, 2024
Heartfield to lead Newstead
Martin Heartfield has been appointed the new Musical Director of Newstead Brass.
April 16, 2024
Sheppard Service of Remembrance
A special Service of Remembrance will be held later this week to celebrate the life of musician Mike Sheppard.
April 16, 2024
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 14th April
Something for everyone — including gardeners for the recent National Gardening Day — from Chris Helme.
April 16, 2024
National Youth Band comes of collaborative age in London
The musical collaboration between the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and the National Youth Orchestra makes a huge artistic impression in the heart of London.
April 15, 2024
Cash boost for bands at new BBE Youth Fest
Bands wishing to take part in the inaugural BBE run Foyle Foundation Youth Fest can get generous help with travel thank to financial boost from sponsors.
April 14, 2024
April flowers with great deals at Band Supplies
Drop Chris Tudball a line at Band Supplies and get your hands on a great April present.
April 14, 2024
Tameside seeks new friends for Whit Friday
If you can spare some time on Whit Friday — why not help out and meet new Friends into the bargain.
April 14, 2024
Conducting duo to judge conductor finalists
Sarah Groarke-Booth and Morgan Griffiths will adjudicate the finalists at the Association of Brass Band Conductors competition in June.
April 14, 2024
Cardwell steps down from great Roller coaster ride after 18 years
Graham Cardwell has stepped down from the role of Musical Director of the Rolls Royce (Derby) Band after 18 years at the helm.
April 14, 2024
NYBBGB ready for double Concerto performance
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will head to Liverpool and London this weekend to perform Gavin Higgins' 'Concerto Grosso for Brass Band and Orchestra' with their National Youth Orchestra counterparts.
April 12, 2024
Interview with Kevin Stees
We talk to the MD of the newly crowned Champion Band of North America.
April 12, 2024
