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Dean Redfern

Redfern takes baton at Hade Edge

The experienced Dean Redfern has become the new MD at Hade Edge Band

May 15, 2026


Doodles

Doodles ready for Summer brush up

Word of mouth ensures that Doodles can give your the perfect brush up service.

May 15, 2026


Bandamonium

Free live broadcast of Bandamonium

You can now enjoy the brilliant music making at the Bandamonium Devon festival thanks to a new partnership link with Next Step Films — and its all free.

May 15, 2026


Friary

Stewart steps down after 20 years of trom service at Friary

The vastly experienced Ian Stewart has decided to call time on his playing with Friary Brass.

May 15, 2026


Dutch Open

Dutch Open welcomes competitors

The Dutch Open will feature 16 bands with their own-choice programmes in Groningen next month.

May 15, 2026


CalderPips

Hush Hush! CalderPips launches flugel mute

The mute manufacturer has added to its multi-coloured range with a new flugel horn addition.

May 15, 2026


Youth Championships

Youth Champs set for Birmingham return

The National Youth Championships will return to King Edward's School in Birmingham next year.

May 15, 2026


Amersham

Amersham welcomes new principal lead

Nick Mott has become the new principal cornet at Amersham Band.

May 15, 2026


Riverdance

Wright & Round: Riverdance (Whelan arr. Farr)

Why not get back into that Eurovision feel in your concerts with a classic bit of foot tapping joy.

May 15, 2026


Guildhall

Extraordinary talent displayed by Guildhall prize winners

There was plenty of emerging brass and percussion talent on show at the recent Guildhall School of Music Young Artists' Competition.

May 15, 2026


Volunteers

Nominate your Unsung Hero for BBE Award

If you have an brilliant volunteer associated with your band, make sure you nominate them for a well deserved award from Brass Bands England.

May 15, 2026


BBW

New website link for Brass Band World magazine

You can now enjoy more from the leading publication on its new website domain.

May 15, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More music to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge — from Flowers and Cory to Grimethorpe Colliery and Eikanger

May 15, 2026


Grimnethorpe

Smith steps down from Grimethorpe principal role

Jamie Smith ends his second tenure as principal cornet at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.

May 13, 2026


Italian Brass Band

Italian Brass Band continues its mission statement

A strengthening of a long term collaboration is helping the Italian Brass Band with its artistic vision.

May 13, 2026


Whit Friday

Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed

There is sure to be plenty of keen battles for the prize money of offer in Tameside on Whit Friday as contest details are released.

May 12, 2026


Melvin White

White honoured by Palace appearance

Conductor Melvin White was honoured by an invitation to a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the banding movement.

May 12, 2026


Northern Trust

Smiles and positivity on inspirational Open Learning day

The recent Northern Regional Brass Band Trust Open Learning Day proved to be a great success.

May 12, 2026


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: Calling (Naomi Rebecca Hill)

The award winning composition is an ideal addition to any concert or entertainment contest programme.

May 12, 2026


RBC

RBC Open Day invite to students

If you are considering studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, then an Open Day next month will give you all the details and inspiration you need.

May 12, 2026


Clarence Adoo

Education accolade for Clarence Adoo Project

A remarkable project that transforms simulated practice for student nurses and future health care professionals has won a major industry award.

May 12, 2026


SEWBBA

Welsh bands ready for Treforest battles

There is an encouraging entry of bands for the South East Wales BBA Contest in Treforest.

May 12, 2026


John Gillam

John Gillam funeral arrangements

The funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and administrator have been announced.

May 12, 2026


Hold

BrookWright Music: He will hold me fast (Matt Merker arr. Noel Brooks)

A trombone trio with a difference to add to any concert programme.

May 12, 2026


TNB

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20

More from the Brighouse duo with their individual look at the banding world.

May 12, 2026


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Festival

Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features

June 4 • There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.


Conway

Conway ends his way at Diggle

June 4 • Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.


Cory

New Euph addition at Cory

June 4 • Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.


BBCA

BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed

June 4 • 10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.


Fulham Brass Band - Summer Concert

Friday 5 June • St Dionis Church, Parsons Green SW6 4UH


Yorkshire Imperial - Roger Webster & The Colne Valley Male Voice Choir

Saturday 6 June • St George's Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford BD1 1JT


Ascot Brass - Vanguard Quartet from "Royal Harmonics"

Saturday 6 June • St Michael and All Angels Church St Michaels Green, Grenfell Road Beaconsfield HP9 2BP


Sherborne Town Band - Friends

Sunday 7 June • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - Take 5 Brass Quintet

Friday 12 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

June 4 • BACK ROW CORNET 2nd/3rd cornet. . NEMBBA contest entered for 15 November. LBBA contest entered for 22 November. . Concert schedule planned in advance. Planned breaks .


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

June 4 • Percussion - Kit Vacancy (with options to support tuned percussion). Full Mapex Kit & full Pearl kit available . . Hardware available, but appreciate you might want to use your own sticks!. . NEMBBA contest entered 15 November. LBBA contest entered 22 November


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

June 4 • PRINCIPAL CORNET (Due to retirement). . NEMBBA contest entered for 15 November. LBBA contest entered for 22 November. . Concert schedule planned in advance. Planned breaks . Solos & features welcome .


Andreas Kratz

Mus.B (hons)
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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