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NYBBS

Fun and friendship key ingredients to NYBBS success

July 29, 2025
A fantastic week of music making in Perthshire was rounded off with a memorable triptych concert.


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Perth ready for trio of NYBBS music makers

July 25, 2025
Perth Concert Hall will host the trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland later today — so if you are around why not pop along and enjoy them showcasing their talents.


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Skills and creativity boosted on NYBBS Course

July 24, 2025
In addition to the music making the players on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Summer course are learning extra skills.


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Scottish youth ready for music making and fun

July 18, 2025
170 youngsters will be heading to Strathallan to enjoy themselves on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course.


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NYBBS talent to showcase in Perth

July 15, 2025
The annual National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland summer course will conclude with a concert at Perth Concert Hall.


Smiles

All Scottish smiles in Strathallan

April 24, 2025
The youngsters and staff on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter Course certainly enjoyed themselves.


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Scottish youngsters enjoy Trinity link

October 09, 2024
Youngsters on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Childrens' Band Summer Course have enjoyed completing their Trinity Arts Award research


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Scottish talent gains NYBBS Awards

August 29, 2024
A number of the talented young players on the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Summer Course in Strathallan were presented with well deserved awards.


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Awards and accolades for NYBBS young performers

August 13, 2024
The young players of the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have gained well deserved awards and accolades for their music making on their Summer Course.


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NYBBS ready for Evans tribute

August 09, 2024
Bands from across the world will join the trio of National Youth Bands of Scotland this weekend for a musical tribute to the late great Richard Evans.


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Ensemble ethos as principals decided at NYBBS

August 06, 2024
Its all for one and one for all in Perthshire as the trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland work hard under their conductors and tutors.


SBBA

Numbers grow for NYBBS

July 18, 2024
Almost 200 talented young performers will enjoy the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Summer Course experience this year — and one that will celebrate the legacy of the late, great Richard Evans.


Richard Evans

Evans celebration takes tartan shape in Scotland

May 31, 2024
A great day of music making, entertainment and fun is being planned by the Scottish Brass Band Association to honour the one and only Richard Evans.


eASTER

Different vibe provides Easter progress for NYBBS

April 20, 2024
The recent Easter Course of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland has seen great progress made by its young players.


Alan Fernie

Fernie inspires new compositional talent

April 18, 2024
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.


National Youth

Easter treats on show at National Youth Band of Scotland

April 11, 2024
The National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland have been enjoying their Easter Course in Strathallan.


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New NYBBS for 2024

December 01, 2023
Applications can now be made to be part of the trio of 2024 National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.


NYBBSS

NYBBS stars to shine in Orkney

August 22, 2023
The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland will be heard in Orkney next month at the International Science Festival.


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NYBBS principals gain Besson congratulations

August 10, 2023
Besson Musical Instruments has supported the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland's Principal Ensemble as they wow audiences with their performances.


Marsalis

NYBBS gain acclaim from a King and a Duke

August 10, 2023
A memorable National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course came to a close last weekend with Wynton Marsalis and the Duke of Edinburgh on hand to enjoy the music making.


Scotland

Thumbs up for NYBBS tutors

August 06, 2023
The team of tutors on the recent National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland summer course have been given a big thumbs up by the conductors and organisers.


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Ready for action in Perth...

August 05, 2023
The three National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland are ready for their showcases performances at Perth Concert Hall.


Solo winners

Soloists shine on NYBBS course

August 03, 2023
There has been plenty of great playing on show in Perthshire as the talented young performers on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland showcased their solo talents.


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Busy start to NYBBS Course

August 01, 2023
There has been plenty to keep the players busy on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland courses in Perthshire.


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New arts award link for Scottish Children's Band

July 31, 2023
Former NYBBS player Carole Ednie will be a 'Trinity Champion' to help boost creativity, curiosity, confidence and communication skills.




Alison Balsom OBE

Mail headline highlights depressing attitudes towards female performers

August 30 • The decision of multiple award winning trumpet player Alison Balsom to retire from the concert stage has been met with an awful objectifying Daily Mail headline.


mORTIMER tROPHY

Mortimer Maestro Trophy ready for a new home

August 30 • For the 35th time this year a Mortimer Maestro Trophy will be presented to the conductor of the British Open Champion.


Mental Health

Crofton to continue support for mental health awareness with new project

August 30 • Yorkshire band takes a proactive approach to mental health wellbeing series of initiatives around their music making.


Brett Baker

Final touches in place for Baker heroics

August 30 • Brett Baker's latest solo CD release will be available at the Royal Albert Hall.


Dobcross Silver Band - Yorkshire Imperial Band

Sunday 31 August • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Petworth Town Band

August 30 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for BASS TROMBONE, CORNET and TUBA. We are an active band with a full calendar of engagements and are led by our inspirational MD Paula Streeter. We would welcome new players to join our band


Enderby Band

August 30 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire, Championship section) seek: . 2nd EUPHONIUM, Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). . We are an ambitious, friendly band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


Stretford Band

August 30 • Our community based Stretford Band (Manchester) needs YOU! We are looking for enthusiastic bass, trombone and percussion players or any player who fancies a relaxed blow without the pressure of competition. No auditions. Good fun guaranteed. . .


James McLeod

BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor


               

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