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Whitburn enjoy belated 150th anniversary celebrations
March 28, 2024
The 22 time Scottish Champion recently enjoyed a belated celebration of a proud history and exciting future.
Five star review for Whitburn, White and Keli
February 07, 2024
The riveting brass band story wows the critics again — as Whitburn, Sheona White and the story of Keli wows the critics in Scotland.
Whitburn present annual awards
January 08, 2024
The 2023 Grand Shield and Scottish Champion has handed out the honours of its own at its recent awards night.
Scottish Bands of the Year announced
December 31, 2023
Whitburn, Kirkintilloch, Clackmannan District, Selkirk Silver and Highland Brass end 2023 as Scottish Bands of the Year.
Double release for Keli and Split the Air
November 09, 2023
Martin Green's coruscating audio drama and accompanying score are being released on streaming services and download.
Trio set to boost Whitburn's Sand and Stars
September 06, 2023
The Whitburn Band heads to Birmingham on the weekend with a trio of talent in position.
Whitburn and Lovatt to provide Albert Hall National entertainment
July 05, 2023
The pre-results entertainment at this year's Royal Albert Hall National Final will be provided by Whitburn Band and Mike Lovatt.
Reach for the stars...
May 18, 2023
Philip Wilby's major new work will be the test for the bands at the Scottish Open later this year.
Report & Result: 2023 Grand Shield
May 13, 2023
Whitburn 'Rejoice' at victory in the Grand Shield and a return to the British Open — joined by Hepworth.
Busy time for young Whitburn star
May 02, 2023
Tenor horn player Andrew McMillan will heading to Europe on quite a few more occasions after Malmo this weekend.
Young Whitburn star claims UK title
April 26, 2023
16 year old Charlie Boax of Whitburn Band has won the UK 'Young Musician of the Year' title.
New quartet boost for Whitburn ahead of Perth and Malmo challenges
February 03, 2023
Four new players join the ranks of the defending Scottish Champion as they look ahead to major contest appearances in the next few months.
Whitburn honours excellence
January 17, 2023
Tenor horn star Andrew McMillan leads the prize winners at the Whitburn Band annual awards night.
Whitburn history explored in new exhibition
October 25, 2022
Whitburn history on show for visitors at new museum in home town
Whitburn honour legend
July 01, 2022
The Whitburn Band has honoured the legendary figure of former player and supporter Jimmy Graham.
Whitburn and Kirkintilloch open doors ahead of Spring Festival challenge
May 04, 2022
There are two free open rehearsals to enjoy this evening in Scotland as Whitburn and Kirkintilloch showcase their preparations on 'Dynasty' and 'Freedom' ahead of their Spring Festival challenge.
Live brass band drama to unfold at home
April 03, 2022
The world premiere of 'Keli' by award winning composer Martin Green and featuring Whitburn Band will be live broadcast later today — so why not add to the weekend's brass band drama yourself.
Whitburn to lead open showcase
March 09, 2022
The Whitburn Band will welcomes friends from Whitburn Heartlands and Bo'ness & Carriden to showcase their Scottish Championships preparations ahead of Perth
Farren double at Whitburn Awards
February 17, 2022
Flugel star Caroline Farren made it a personal 'double' as she wins two major Whitburn annual awards.
Whitburn excited by landmark anniversary concert with Mike Lovatt
January 24, 2022
It will be well worth the wait in West Lothian early next month as Whitburn Band gets to finally perform with trumpet star Mike Lovatt.
Report & Result: 2021 Besson Scottish Open
November 27, 2021
A Gallery full of outstanding musical portraits sees Whitburn claim the Scottish Open title for a seventh successive year.
Death of Jim Martin
October 27, 2021
The death has been announced of Jim Martin — the first President of the Whitburn Band
Whitburn invest in new horn lead
October 10, 2021
18 year old Andrew McMillan becomes the new solo horn at Scottish Open champion, Whitburn.
Whitburn takes Voyager detour ahead of London
October 01, 2021
The Scottish challenger took time out from their Albert Hall preparations to record a brand new youth band work by composer Cameron Mabon.
Report & Result: 2021 Doctor Martin Wainstone Cup
September 13, 2021
Whitburn take the honours and the cash home to Scotland as they deliver a prize-winning prescription under Garry Cutt to claim the title.
