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Thursday 18 April 2024

Original ‘Queensbury’ Score comes Home

Black Dyke Band has announced the return of the original score for its iconic signature march, ‘Queensbury’. The score, composed by James Kaye, was recently gifted to the band by historian, conductor, and former player John Clay. The presentation took place when Black Dyke’s Director of Music Nicholas Childs welcomed John...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

Spring Festival Competitors Announced

The list of bands that will compete at the 102nd British Open Spring Festival at Blackpool's Winter Gardens on May 11th has been released by contest organisers Martin and Karyn Mortimer. Two bands from the Grand Shield will gain qualification invitations to the 2024 British Open. Four bands will also be promoted...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

NABBA announces 2025 National Tests

The North American Brass Band Association (NABBA) has confirmed the list of set-works that are to be used at its National Championship event to be held in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 2025. The Championship Section band will compete with 'Crazy Twenties' by Thierry Deleruyelle, the third composition of his acclaimed series inspired...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

Successful Easter Course at NYBBS

The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland (NYBBS) residential Easter course came to an exhilarating end with a challenging and entertaining concert in the theatre at the Strathallan School in Perthshire. The programme, selected by Ian Porthouse, John Boax and Alan Fernie, musical directors of the NYBBS Senior, Reserve and Children’s...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

Rolls-Royce MD Steps Down

Graham Cardwell has taken the “difficult decision” to step down from the role of Musical Director of Rolls-Royce (Derby) Band after 18 years, owing to his increased work commitments. During his time with the band Graham played a pivotal role in elevating the band's status, including as a contesting force with promotion...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

Mortimer Medal for Paul Fisher

The Mortimer Medal recognises service in inspiring new generations of brass band musicians, having been endowed in 1995 in memory of Harry Mortimer by his widow, Margaret Mortimer. This year it will be presented to the acclaimed performer, educator and conductor Paul Fisher. Commenting on the award Paul stated, "I am...read more

Thursday 18 April 2024

Childs to receive Iles Medal

The Worshipful Company of Musicians, formed in 1500, and one of the City of London's historic livery companies, has announced the 2024 recipient of its prestigious Iles Medal. This year it will be made to the international renowned euphonium soloist, recording artist and educator, David Childs. The Iles Medal was established...read more