News

Brass in Concert & UniBrass Announce Collaboration

Published on July 1st, 2019

Andy Straiton UniBrass Foundation Chair and John Woods Chairman Brass in Concert Championships have announced an ongoing partnership with the aim supporting both organisations in planning and delivering two of the country’s most significant Brass Festivals.... Read More


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Proof The Playing In Brass Bands Is Good For You!

Published on June 27th, 2019

Researchers from the University of Sheffield’s Music and Wellbeing Unit have just released a detailed report on the benefits and challenges of playing in brass bands. With the help of Brass Bands England, Dr Michael Bonshor... Read More


Contests

RESULTS: BrassPass Band of the Year Contest

Published on June 24th, 2019

The World’s number one ranked band add to their collection of silverware by taking the inaugurals  BrassBassTV Band of the Year contest. Results: Adjudicators: Jan De Haan, Tom Brevik, Reid Gilje De Haan/Brevik/Gilje/(Soloist*) = Total *only used... Read More


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The French ‘Flash Mob’ in Birmingham

Published on June 21st, 2019

A 75-strong ensemble of French Horn players from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire surprised commuters at Birmingham New Street Station with a ‘flash mob’ performance on the main concourse at 6.15pm, Thursday 20 June. Conducted by Royal Birmingham... Read More


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Craig McKenzie Takes 4th NABBC Competition Title

Published on June 21st, 2019

On Saturday 8th June, the National Association of Brass Band Conductors held their 4th annual Conducting Competition. Once again the competition attracted entrants from across the U.K. and Europe, with this year’s winner travelling all the... Read More


Contests

RESULTS: Whit Friday 2019

Published on June 21st, 2019

Saddleworth & Oldham District Open Championship: 1. Brighouse & Rastrick — £2,500 2. Oldham Band (Lees ) — £1,000 3. Fairey — £750 Local Championship 1. Milnrow — £750 2. Marsden Silver — £600 3. Uppermill... Read More


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pBone Gains Royal Approval

Published on June 21st, 2019

It’s awarded to only a handful of companies each year, but the creators of pBone – the world’s first plastic trombone which is played across the globe – can now boast their invention has Royal approval... Read More


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Redruth Celebrate Hat-Trick at Bugle Contest

Published on June 21st, 2019

Redruth Town Band have secured their third consecutive win, this time at Bugle in the 4th Section at the 95th Annual West of England Bandsmen’s Festival. On Saturday 15th June. Over 600 brass musicians marched through... Read More


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