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Bokaris and Thomas make Eternal link
Two of the leading young euphonium talents have collaborated on a new musical project — with the desire for more to come.
February 26, 2021
Renton spotlight for latest Besson Fridays at Home
Frank Renton is the special guest of the Besson Fridays at Home team this evening — so plenty of entertainment, views and opinions are guaranteed!
February 26, 2021
30th anniversary celebrations for Brass Band World magazine
The leading brass band publication celebrates a special milestone with its 301st issue.
February 26, 2021
Upbeat ready for conducting competition
The Brass Band Conductors' Association has announced details of its 2021 competition, which will be held online this year.
February 26, 2021
SWBBA on-line closing date looms
The on-line closing date for the South West Brass Band Association Solo & Quartet Contest is the 28th February.
February 25, 2021
Cross channel collaboration to lead to informed Covid-19 decisions
The Music Industries Association is working in collaboration with the French Musical Instruments Manufacturing Association to lead Covid-19 research
February 25, 2021
Smith and Besson...
The highly respected euphonium player Anthony Smith joins the Besson stable of international performance artists.
February 25, 2021
pBuzz around Riverside Rookies
A new musical initiative has taken off with a buzz led by Mark and Laura Good at Riverside Youth Band.
February 25, 2021
Ford to make big band return
Matt Ford will be leading the musical celebrations in honour of Len Phillips Big Band in a free live-streamed concert from the famous Abbey Road Studios next month.
February 25, 2021
Yeomen of the Guards...
A historian is looking for some help linking up some great old marches with some great old Yeomanry bands...
February 25, 2021
Death of Gordon Roberts
The death has been announced of the hugely respected former Rothwell Temperance player and conductor, Gordon Roberts.
February 25, 2021
Brass on the Mind magazine launch
Mode for... publishers to launch new 'Brass on the Mind' digital magazine with focus on supporting positive mental health.
February 24, 2021
'Gwald' all over for Cory
The world's number 1 ranked band will be helping the Welsh nation celebrate its Patron Saint on 1st March...
February 24, 2021
Cautious optimism for rejoicing at British Open
Organisers welcome news of stepped removal of Covid-19 restrictions — with definitive decision on Symphony Hall contest penciled in for mid-April at the earliest.
February 24, 2021
BBE outlines implications for English banding as Covid restrictions diminish
Brass Bands England issues guidance on the potential stepped return to full banding activity in England following the latest Government announcements
February 23, 2021
Horn of plenty at Band Supplies
There is the fantastic deal to be grabbed to play be able to play on a Prestige tenor horn — just in time before we get back to rehearsals.
February 22, 2021
Aldbourne tribute to stalwart
The Aldbourne Band has paid tribute to it former President, Jesse Jones who has passed away.
February 22, 2021
Proactive media strategy pays off again for Foden's
North West band follows up Daily Telegraph photoshoot with a mini performance slot on Radio 5 Live...
February 22, 2021
Welsh body makes encouraging progress under scrutiny
An open on-line meeting of Bandiau Pres Cymru / Brass Bands Wales brings positive responses from banding community.
February 21, 2021
Death of Allan Littlemore
The death has been announced of the hugely respected former Foden's and Leyland Band Manager, Allan Littlemore.
February 20, 2021
National Youth to triumph on ballet and time
Major works by Gavin Higgins, Peter Graham and Gareth Wood will challenge the talented players of the Easter Course of the National Youth Band of Great Britain.
February 19, 2021
Thanks a million...
Eikanger Bjorsvik's future plans are given a 1 million Krone boost for a third consecutive year from businessman and philanthropist Trond Mohn.
February 19, 2021
Musicians Union secures carnet travel help
The Musicians Union continues to try and help musicians as they prepare for a post-Brexit/post-Covid travel in the EU and beyond.
February 19, 2021
Austin set for 90th celebration
The hugely respected brass retailer, publisher and Salvationist Trevor Austin will reach a landmark birthday next week.
February 19, 2021
Funeral of James Scott
The banding world will be able to pay its respects to James Scott at his funeral on Friday 19th February.
February 19, 2021
