For the 17th year in a row, Cory Band will be representing Wales at the European Brass Band Championships, which this year are to be held in Montreux, Switzerland on 26-27 April. Commenting on the venture a spokesperson from Cory stated, “We are hugely looking forward to competing once again,...read more
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra has recently announced the appointment of Jason Lewis to the Associate Principal Trumpet position. Jason started the trumpet at the early age of 8, quickly progressing to the National Youth Brass Band of Wales by the age of 11. Three years later he gained a place...read more
Foden's are pleased to announce that they have entered into a partnership with the 'Love Music Trust' (LMT) to launch an exciting new composers’ competition. Speaking about the competition Mark Wilkinson commented, “Foden's are pleased to strengthen our existing partnership with the LMT by announcing the launch on an exciting composers...read more
Child Performance Licensing - how will it affect your band?
As bands prepare for the most intense part of the contest season, Brass Bands England wants to ensure that they are on the right side of the law regarding Child Performance Licensing requirements. The need for Child Performance Licenses is becoming more...read more
Nigel Seaman has resigned his position as Professional Musical Director of City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) band. Commenting on the decision Nigel said, “Recent developments within the band’s organisation have meant that the time is right to move on from what has been an enjoyable and fruitful association with the Championship section...read more
2019 marks the 30th anniversary of Elland Silver Band's popular annual Slow Melody contest. To mark the occasion Elland has rejuvenated the event and attracted a new sponsor in Band Supplies Ltd. It will place on Saturday 22nd June at the local Blackley Baptist Church, which has excellent facilities for...read more
Saturday 2 February 2019
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