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8th August 2023
Our communities are often full of individuals who appreciate the work of brass bands and actively want to support them. But, in an ongoing cost of living crisis, what can we expect from our supporters, financially?
8th August 2023
Youth Champs 2024 will take place in the South of England. In an attempt to break down further barriers to participation, we have highlighted rules of participation which allow for flexibility when entering a group of young players into the contest.
25th July 2023
A new annual Brass Band Week is to launch in July 2024 with the aim of raising the profile of brass bands nationwide, with the first Week taking place from Saturday 6 - 14 Sunday July 2024.
19th July 2023
The BBCA is looking at how it can best engage with and serve the conducting community, and have devised a short online survey to capture your views and ideas and would value your opinion.
12th July 2023
Following an enthusiastic input from the brass band community that saw over 100 nominations made across the categories, BBE is pleased to announce the shortlist for the Brass Bands England Awards 2023.
12th July 2023
Secure your seats for the world's premier brass band entertainment contest.
11th July 2023
The full programme has been announced for this year’s Brass Band Conference, an unmissable opportunity for banders from across the country to learn, share and network.
11th July 2023
The annual Malcolm Arnold Festival, taking place on Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 October, will feature the Championship Section Enderby Band as they perform a selection of Arnold pieces for brass.
27th June 2023
Brass Bands England (BBE) have teamed up with organisers of the ‘Brass at the Seaside’ weekend to offer a free Brass Foundations workshop this July.
21st June 2023
Flixton Band's Matthew Ryan wins the BBCA annual flagship Conducting Competition
20th June 2023
We are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of travel bursaries for this year’s Conference on Saturday 7 October in Huddersfield. Don't miss the application deadline.
19th June 2023
#PromsInThePlayground will return from 3 - 21 July to fill school playgrounds across the country with brass music. Registering your event will mean you are included in the central PR campaign.