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Peter Graham

Graham celebration concert now on Wobplay

The celebration concert held on the eve of the National Final featuring the ISB, David Childs and Philip Cobb amongst others is now on the wobplay.com platform to enjoy.

October 12, 2024


So precious an experience for conductor competition winner with Foden's

So Matsukawa, has described working and conducting Foden's Band as a truly precious musical experience.

October 12, 2024


Superbrass

Superbrass Saturday: Los Canarios (Gaspar Sanz arr. David Powell)

Have a touch of upbeat Spanish baroque guitar in your concert with this colourful upbeat piece from the Superbrass catalogue.

October 12, 2024


fairey

KNDS Fairey ready for Taylor celebration

The remarkable brass band career of Brian Taylor is to be celebrated at the RNCM next weekend — so why not go along.

October 12, 2024


award

Conductors' Association to make leading award at BBE Conference

The winner of the Brass Band Conductors' Association annual Conductor Award will be made at the BBE Conference next weekend.

October 12, 2024


Richard Starker

Straker strides out on Kensington return

The Friary Brass principal cornet will be back in Kensington this weekend putting himself to the test once more to raise funds for a great cause.

October 12, 2024


Sith and Grezzy

Super sop joins Smith & Grezzy

The latest episode of the Smith & Grezzy podcast sees the lads joined by star soprano player Paul Richards.

October 12, 2024


Derwent Brass

Nightclub vibes claims Derwent Composition Prize

A new work by Aaron Breeze inspired by the music heard at the iconic Hacienda nightclub in Manchester wins the Derwent Brass Composition Competition.

October 12, 2024


wales

Welsh rivalries renewed today

A dozen bands will lock horns in Carmarthenshire today for the return of the West Wales BBA Contest in Cefneithin.

October 12, 2024


Melton Band

Agnew keeps Melton in test match spotlight

BBC cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew has been making sure the cricketing world knows and hears all about the Melton Band

October 12, 2024


3BA Concert Brass

Report & Results: 2024 German National Championships

3BA Concert Brass impressively defends its top flight title as German banding displays its impressive communal progress in Goppingen

October 10, 2024


prizes

Report & Results: 2024 Elland Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet

All ages and abilities enjoyed friendly competition in Elland as popular event returns in musical style.

October 10, 2024


aWARDS

Ivors announce sponsorship link

Dorico, the music notation and composition software will sponsor the Best Orchestral Composition award at The Ivors Classical Awards 2024 — although there remains no brass band category.

October 09, 2024


Nethan

Rising baritone star gains Cornish Baching

12 year old baritone player Neythen Powell-Jones has gained scholarship backing from the East Cornwall Bach Choir.

October 09, 2024


Perth

Countdown for entries for Scottish Youth Brass Festival

Bands and ensembles only have a short time left to get their entries in for this year's Scottish Youth Brass Band Festival.

October 09, 2024


Leeds Best of Brass

EverReady ready for Morley appearance

The EverReady Band is the next attraction in the Leeds Best of Brass series

October 09, 2024


BBE Conference

Final call for BBE Conference

If you want to enjoy a packed day of musical insight and debate then you should be quick to ensure you book your seat.

October 09, 2024


National

National performances ready for replay

You can enjoy all 20 performances from the recent Royal Albert Hall National Final.

October 09, 2024


Albeth

Albert Hall Final date confirmed

The 2025 National Final will be held at the Royal Albert Hall on 11th October.

October 09, 2024


Rochdale contest

Bands ready for Rochdale tests

24 bands will take to the stage at Rochdale for their own-choice tests — and with a place at the 2025 British Open Spring Festival also up for grabs.

October 09, 2024


Arnold

Brass features in Arnold Festival

The 19th Malcolm Arnold Festival will take place in his hometown of Northampton later this month.

October 09, 2024


SBBA

SBBA announces Trinity College link

The Scottish Brass Band Association becomes a Trinity College London Exam Centre — and you can find out more this evening.

October 09, 2024


Sovereign

Gifford's lead at Sovereign closes

The successful musical partnership between Sovereign Brass and MD Alan Gifford has come to an end.

October 09, 2024


Ratby

Ratby Co-operative reaches milestone for fundraising project

The latest target has been met by the Ratby Co-operative Band organisation in their ambition to extend their musical home.

October 09, 2024


Tom Davoren

Davoren brings Wales to the World

Conductor Tom Davoren has been honoured by his former alma mater in furthering Welsh culture to the world.

October 09, 2024




Peter Graham

Graham celebration concert now on Wobplay

October 12 • The celebration concert held on the eve of the National Final featuring the ISB, David Childs and Philip Cobb amongst others is now on the wobplay.com platform to enjoy.


So precious an experience for conductor competition winner with Foden's

October 12 • So Matsukawa, has described working and conducting Foden's Band as a truly precious musical experience.


Superbrass

Superbrass Saturday: Los Canarios (Gaspar Sanz arr. David Powell)

October 12 • Have a touch of upbeat Spanish baroque guitar in your concert with this colourful upbeat piece from the Superbrass catalogue.


fairey

KNDS Fairey ready for Taylor celebration

October 12 • The remarkable brass band career of Brian Taylor is to be celebrated at the RNCM next weekend — so why not go along.


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment

Wednesday 9 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of The Irish Guards

Thursday 10 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal College of Music Brass Ensemble

Friday 11 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Symphonic Brass Ensemble

Friday 11 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Brass

Friday 11 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Stalybridge Old Band

October 12 • Could you be one of the missing pieces of our band? We are looking for SOLO TROMBONE & BASS TROMBONE to join us. Current 4th section Area Champions with a top 6 place at the finals, we are due to be promoted to 3rd section in January 2025


Llandudno Town Band

October 11 • Llandudno Town Band. Highly respected band within the locality that takes part in masterclasses with local Championship band - Northop. Requires reliable players. Bass, Baritone and possibly Cornet.


Stalybridge Old Band

October 10 • Could you be one of the missing pieces of our band? We are looking for SOLO TROMBONE & BASS TROMBONE to join us. . Current 4th section Area Champions with a top 6 place at the finals, we are due to be promoted to 3rd section in January 2025


Ian Holmes

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


               

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