After 20 illustrious years of service Richard Marshall has decided to relinquish his position as Principal Cornet with Black Dyke. Richard explained, “Back in 1985, when my Dad took me to Queensbury and the Black Dyke Band room, my dream was to sit in the Principal Cornet Chair and share the...read more
In a moving and historic evening of music and reflection, Besses o’ th’ Barn Band recently presented a remarkable concert celebrating the legacy of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, in collaboration with Black historian Tayo. The performance marked the first time in over 120 years that several of Coleridge-Taylor’s challenging and emotive works had...read more
The Netherlands National Brass Band Championships will take place later this month at the TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht on Friday 31st October and Saturday 1st November. The contest is joining other high profile events from around the globe in celebrating the 80th birthday of composer Edward Gregson with each test-piece across the...read more
The Yorkshire Regional Committee have teamed up with the Yorkshire Musics Future Fund and the North of England Regional Championships to present a One-of-a-Kind Day of Inspiration, Music & Performance for Young Brass & Percussion Players aged 16 and Under. On February 22nd 2026 there will be a full day...read more
Saturday 25 October 2025
