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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.
Whitburn welcomes new duo
August 26, 2021
Cornet and horn signings welcomed by Whitburn as they look towards Autumn return to contest and concert stages.
Whitburn receives Creative funding boost
August 20, 2021
Scottish Open champion has gained a financial boost to help it continue its proactive music making.
Report & Results: 2021 Whitburn Band Virtual Festival
July 11, 2021
There was plenty of fantastic entertainment on show for a worldwide audience to enjoy as Unison Kinneil, Kingdom Brass, Lochgelly, Whitburn Heartlands, Kilmarnock Concert Brass and Riverside Youth Bands take the virtual honours.
Scottish contenders prepare for virtual battle
June 22, 2021
37 bands will lineup this weekend to lock entertainment horns to claim the prizes at the Whitburn Band Virtual Festival.
Whitburn keen to keep connection with proud past
May 03, 2021
Whitburn has been looking forward of late — but is still keen to celebrate its proud past with some help.
