The Dr Martin Wainstone Cup contest took place today, Sunday September 10th, at the Princess Alexandra Theatre, Yarm. Sadly only four bands were able to take part, however there was certainly much for adjudicator Sandy Sith to enjoy. Each band performed a march, solo and substantial set piece to delight and...read more
The 2024 British Open Spring Festival test pieces were announced yesterday in Birmingham at the British Open Championships. In its usual home of The Winters Gardens in Blackpool, the 102nd Spring Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday 11th May. The chosen pieces are:
Grand Shield: 'A Brussels Requiem' (Bert Appermont)Senior...read more
The 169th British Open Championships, held in Birmingham’s Symphony Hall, on 9th September has been won by Foden’s Band. Musical Director Russell Gray led the band to its first Open victory since 2012 with a stunning performance of the set work ‘Sand and Stars’ by Thierry Deleruyelle. With a favourable draw...read more
Valaisia Brass Band’s Musical Director Arsene Duc is to be presented with the prestigious Stephan Jaeggi Award by the Swiss Musicians Foundation. First awarded in 1962, it is given in recognition of a remarkable contribution made by a Swiss musician as a composer, arranger or performer.
Arsene Duc has been the...read more
Kapitol Promotions Ltd has confirmed that Anne Crookston will replace Nicholas Garman as part of the adjudication panel for the Second Section National Final at Cheltenham on the weekend of the 16th & 17th September. Commenting on the appointment, Philip Morris, Managing Director, Kapitol Promotions Ltd explained, “Nicholas Garman has been...read more
Saturday 16 September 2023
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