Young composers are invited to take part in The NYBBGB's Composition Competition. Open for entries from 8th August until 31st December 2022, the competition aims to encourage new talent, asking them to submit an unpublished five-minute work suitable for a brass band. Mark Bromley, CEO of The NYBBGB said, “A...read more
The Cory Band is extending its global appeal on their visit to South Korea. It’s understood that this is the first ever visit of a band to South Korea: arriving in Jeju on 6th August, the band has performed four concerts in five days as part of the renowned International Wind...read more
The 2022 British Open Championship, supported by Besson, will take place at Symphony Hall on Saturday 10th September. 18 bands will compete for the title at the 168th event (starting 10.30am) with the full line-up confirmed by contest organisers Martin and Karyn Mortimer. The test-piece is 'The World Rejoicing' by Edward...read more
The draw has been made and announced for the upcoming Bolsover Festival of Brass contest. The event will feature 42 performances Shirebrook Academy in Derbyshire to entertain local and remote audiences thanks to the live on-line broadcast which is supported by Warwick Music Group. The contest will take place on Saturday...read more
Brass Bands England has announced its line-up of training and networking events for the Autumn, through to the end of 2022. The busy schedule sees a varied programme, which includes free and discounted training for bands and individuals who are members of BBE. Events include a series of webinars, drop-in and...read more
The Brass Band Conductors’ Association (BBCA) has launched a new Member Directory with the aim of increasing the visibility of conductors and to lend a centralised repository for bands and ensembles in search of musical leadership. The BBCA exists to support and bring together conductors as well as those interested...read more