High ambitions see City of Bristol Band reach for the skies with their concert and contesting return this month, including performances for television, a major concert project, BBC radio broadcasts and participation in the popular Wychavon Festival of Brass
As with most bands, City of Bristol have been in something of an...read more
The 2021 Austrian National Championship will take place on 7th November at the Marchtrenk Kulturraum in Linz. Three bands will battle for the National title and invitation to represent the country at the 2023 European Championships.
Brass Band Froschl Hall, R.E.T. Brass Band and defending champion Brass Band Oberosterreich will be...read more
Kirsty Abbotts has announced that she will be stepping down as Principal Cornet at Carlton Main Frickley, a role that she began 19 years ago in 2002. During her time with the band the Geneva Instruments Artist has led the band with distinction winning 17 individual solo awards for her contest...read more
Lancashire Contests have announced the cancellation of the 2022 Brass in the Wire Contest, which was due to have taken place in January. After a great deal of discussion regarding Covid-19 safety and financial feasibility it was felt that the contest could not be held. The event will return in January...read more
Colum O'Shea has been appointed as the Musical Director of Chapeltown Silver Prize Band in Yorkshire. Colum is an experienced musician who has enjoyed playing and conducting roles in both the Midlands and Yorkshire. This includes recently playing for Grimethorpe Colliery Band as well as a successful period conducting Newark &...read more
This is a final call for bands wishing to enter the Scottish Open, supported by BESSON, and Band Supplies Scottish Challenge contests on 27/28 November. The deadline for applications is 30 October.
Because of the current COVID situation, it has been decided there will be a pre-draw in early November for...read more
Thursday 14 October 2021
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