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New method of calculating prize positions at Whit Friday
A median value methodology will be used to calculate the overall prize positions for this year's Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday Contests.
May 22, 2025
Europeans to be hosted in Birmingham in 2028
Brass Bands England confirm that the 2028 Europeans will not be in London, but in Birmingham
May 22, 2025
Flowers lead musical variety in Gloucester
Paul Holland and members of the National Champions provide a great day of musical inspiration on their doorstep.
May 22, 2025
Diggle to enjoy Heavenly connection
Charlotte Heaven makes a welcome return to playing as she joins Diggle Band as principal cornet.
May 22, 2025
Smith & Grezzy: Big Chat podcast — That's Entertainment?
More views and opinions from Sandy and Simon — this time on the entertainment game
May 22, 2025
Television appearance for cooperation band
Members of the cooperation band were to be seen and heard in the latest ITV drama series.
May 22, 2025
BrookWright Music: Emerald Isle Fantasy (Brian Bowen)
A wonderful lyrical tenor horn solo from the pen of Brian Bowen
May 22, 2025
Trio of concerts support great causes and people
If you are looking to support bands in their charity and celebration efforts then why not head to listen to Hepworth, Hatfield & Askern Colliery and an All Star Brass Band.
May 22, 2025
Cumbria Brass Network goes on-line
If you want to play an active part in the rejuvenation of the brass band scene in Cumbria then why not take part in its next network meeting?
May 22, 2025
Next step taken to rejuvenate Todmorden bandstand
The campaign to see Todmorden's historic bandstand as a central part to its town's regeneration plan has taken another positive step forward.
May 22, 2025
Register importance at Tameside Whit Friday
Bands can make their Tameside Whit Friday experience easier with just a little bit of pre-planning.
May 21, 2025
Saddleworth Whit Friday details announced
There is plenty of prize money to be won on the Saddleworth Whit Friday circuit this year, but bands can make their travels easier with a pre-registration option.
May 21, 2025
Groarke-Booth tenure at Rainford reaches end
After six impressive years the musical partnership between Rainford Band and Sarah Groarke-Booth has come to an end.
May 21, 2025
Fenwick appointment at Grand Shield champion
The EverReady Band has conformed the appointment of Jonathan Fenwick as its new Resident Conductor.
May 21, 2025
Lane closure at Grimethorpe
The successful musical partnership between Grimethopre Colliery Band and Composer in Association Dr Liz Lane has come to an end after four fruitful years.
May 21, 2025
Withington to ask to beat or not to beat?
Allan Withington's Conductor Course to be held in South Yorkshire will explore the need for conductors to be more than just beaters of time...
May 20, 2025
Euro images from Chappers
Fantastic images from the recent European Championships in Stavanger are now available direct from photographer Craig Chapman.
May 20, 2025
CalderPips hits grip mark
The 3000th CalderPips Grip has just been sold — with worldwide demand pushing sales for innovative product.
May 20, 2025
New euph signing at Welsh champion
Tredegar has welcomed the signing of Ellie Carlsen on second euphonium.
May 20, 2025
New webinar on fundraising for bands by BBE
A new training webinar designed to boost fundraising efforts of bands wiil be hosted by BBE next month.
May 20, 2025
New Festival of Brass in Gloucestershire
A celebration of the vibrant hub of Forest of Dean banding is to take place in the Gloucestershire town of Coleford next month.
May 20, 2025
Brass Band Week set for July
The UK-wide spotlight on banding will take place between the 5th and 13th July.
May 20, 2025
UniBrass Foundation looking for new appointment
The UniBrass Foundation is looking to appoint a new fundraising officer to enhance its work and support.
May 20, 2025
Warm welcome for symphonic reading in Philly
If you are in and around Philadelphia next month then why not sign up for a day of brass band Symphony Sounds.
May 20, 2025
Look smart this summer with BBE
BBE members can now benefit from a a new look deal with merchandise specialists ARC.
May 20, 2025
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