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BBE announces National Campaigns 

Brass Bands England has opened registration for two of its annual, nationwide events. The events are open to all brass bands, regardless of if they are members of BBE, and participation is free to all.  The second national Brass Band Week will take place 5 - ... read more

Midlands Victory for GUS 

GUS was victorious in Bedworth today at the Midlands Regional Championship. The band gave a fine display of Derek Bourgeois’ ‘Diversions’ led by MD Dr David Thornton. The band will now represent the region at the Royal Albert Hall in October at the National Finals. ... read more

Whitburn crowned Scottish Champions 

It was a double delight for MD Prof Nicholas Childs, who followed up his win in the Yorkshire Regional with Black Dyke last weekend with a second victory today in Perth with the mighty Whitburn. Adjudicators David Barringer and Alan Fernie agreed that Whitburn’s performance ... read more

Reviews

  • CD: On My Way

    Mauro Martins’ second solo CD, ‘On My Way’, showcases his exceptional talent as a Portuguese euphonium soloist and is a worthy ... read more

  • CD: John Rutter - Brass at Christmas

    This new album brings together a selection of John Rutter’s most famous Christmas carols in beautiful new arrangements for brass band ... read more