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nYBBS

Scottish Youth work towards virtual grand finale

June 04, 2020
Composer Alan Fernie has been working with members of the National Youth Band of Scotland towards a fantastic musical finale for their virtual 2020 course.


NYBBS

SBBA seeks inventive virtual answers as NYBBS courses are cancelled

May 11, 2020
The Scottish Brass Band Association is seeking new ways to stay connected to its National Youth Band players after it was announced that its Summer Courses have been cancelled.


NYBBS

Young Scots are Freaking' Awesome...

April 26, 2020
The players of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland keep their spirits up with their player led initiative...


sbba

National Youth Bands of Scotland Easter course cancelled

March 17, 2020
The Scottish Brass Band Association has taken the decision to cancel its National Youth Bands of Scotland Easter course.


nybbs

National Youth Bands of Scotland looks for 2020 players

January 22, 2020
Young players can now apply to join the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland


NYBBS

Scotland looks to keep investing in its National Youth

October 04, 2019
Applications can now be made to become part of the exciting National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland — from 9 to 22 years of age!


Scotland

Scottish Youth set for National showcase

July 25, 2019
The trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland are getting ready for their end of course concerts


NYBBS

Scottish Youth set for national meeting of the clans

June 26, 2019
172 talented young brass and percussion players will head to Strathallan School in Forgandeny in Perthshire for what promises to be a great week of national music making.


Ian Porthouse

Porthouse leads Scottish Youth a Dance in Perthshire

April 12, 2019
The Easter Course of the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland is being led a merry dance or two by Ian Porthouse and his team of tutors.


nybbs

Scottish Youth get final Porthouse reminder

February 19, 2019
If you want to enjoy being part of the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland — then why not get in touch and enjoy yourselves under the baton of Ian Porthouse and his colleagues.


NYBBS

Young players invited to enjoy National Youth Brass Band of Scotland experience

November 28, 2018
Young Scottish players can enjoy the unique experience of being part of the various National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.


Porthouse

Porthouse to lead 2019 National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter Course

November 27, 2018
Ian Porthouse will lead the musical endeavour and excellence at the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Easter Course from tutors and players alike.


NYBBS

Scottish Youth looks towards 2019

August 21, 2018
The Scottish Brass Band Association is already looking towards 2019 with its trio of National Youth Bands.


Alan Fernie

Fernie becomes new MD of National Children's Band of Scotland

August 04, 2018
The successful National Youth Band of Scotland course heralded new changes, new composition talent and new prize winners.


NYBBS

180! Scottish Youth Bands get ready for showcase concerts

July 23, 2018
180 talented young players are in Perthshire working hard under tutors and MDs on the annual National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland course.


Sbba

Scots thank Welsh for a night to remember in Perth

April 06, 2018
The Scottish Brass Band Association has thanked Philip Harper and Cory Band for a memorable visit north of the border.


NYBBS

Cory join cream of Scottish Youth for Perth concert

April 04, 2018
Cory and the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland will be in action in Perth this evening — so get along and enjoy a great night of musical entertainment.


Cory

Lucky winner gets extra Cory treat

March 08, 2018
One lucky winner will be able to enjoy Cory's visit to perform at Perth Concert Hall this April.


cory

Cory to head north for Scottish youth celebrations

February 17, 2018
Cory will help the National Youth Band of Scotland celebrate its 60th anniversary — and you can get a VIP taste of it too.


Score

SBBA looks to march towards NYBBS anniversary

December 17, 2017
The Scottish Brass Band Association is looking for a new march to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of the National Youth Band of Scotland.


Les Neish

Scottish youth to benefit from star tuition

December 15, 2017
The talented young players of the Scottish Youth Brass Band will gain inspirational tuition in 2018 from some of the finest brass band stars such as Les Neish.


NYBBS

Fraser legacy to be continued with Scottish youth

July 18, 2017
A great act of generosity will see the music and the memory of the popular composer and conductor Bruce Fraser live on at the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland.


National Youth Brass BAND OF sCOTLAND

Triple bonus attractions for Scottish Youth

July 16, 2017
You can hear plenty of fantastic music making in Scotland over the next few weeks — from the trio of National Youth Bands to Tubular Brass


nybbs

Scottish Youth to display talents in Perth

July 29, 2016
The very best young brass band players in Scotland will be showcasing their talents in Perth tonight — so make sure you get along for a fantastic musical treat.


Paul Mealor

New Mealor work set for NYBBS premiere

July 26, 2016
A major new work by composer Paul Mealor will be premiered by the National Youth Band of Scotland this Friday.




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. . .


Ian Holmes

BA (hons), PGDip (RCM), ARCM, ALCM
Conductor, piano accompanist and educator


               

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