The National Band Championships of Ireland has cancelled its 2021 event. Kevin Teers, IABCB Competition Secretary stated, "It is with regret that we are announcing the cancellation of the Championships due to be held in April.
This will probably come as little surprise given the current restrictions in place and the inability...read more
Brass Band Willebroek is to continue its inspirational work with the next generation of young performers through their ongoing investment in their Willebroek Academy Band and Willebroek Academy Junior Band. Plans are taking shape to hold a special week of learning from the 8th to 13th August later this year so...read more
Scott Kerr and Chris Shanks are the latest performers to be welcomed as Besson performance artists. The well-respected euphonium players are regarded as two of Scotland's leading performers as well as being renowned educators.
Buffet Crampon UK & Ireland Sales Manager Euan Meikle commented on the signing: "We're delighted to welcome Chris...read more
The Friends of Tameside Whit Friday Brass Band Committee have announced that it has postponed its 2021 series of competitions due to be held on Friday 28th May.
In a statement released through Chairman Adam Pickles states: “Due to the ongoing pandemic, uncertainty regarding large scale events and gatherings and the...read more
With consecutive cancellations in 2020 and 2021 of both the Saddleworth and Tameside Whit Friday competitions, it has now been revealed a number of the popular venues on both circuits may struggle to see a viable financial option to host and support their annual competitions from next year onwards.
Last year’s online...read more
Getzen has announced it is to collaborate with Ian Bousfield to stage the first annual Ian Bousfield International Tenor Trombone Solo Competition. Ian Bousfield is a supreme musical talent who is equally at home performing in the symphony or as a soloist. His teaching is exceptional, as well. A spokesperson for...read more
Sunday 31 January 2021
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