The National Universities Brass Band meet again this summer, under the musical direction of Dr David Thornton, to give a trio of free performances. The 45-strong band, now in its third year, is made up of 18-25 year olds from across the UK, with students representing 15 different universities. The...read more
Geraint Jones from Trefor is the winner of the Sir TH Parry-Williams Memorial Medal at this year’s Llŷn a Eifionydd National Eisteddfod. The medal is presented annually to an individual who has made a real contribution in their local area, with a particular emphasis on working with young people. Mr...read more
The Scottish Brass Band Association has announced that it will be running the Trinity Arts Awards scheme with its Children’s band during its National Youth Brass Band of Scotland (NYBBS) summer school this week.
SBBA is a new centre for the delivery of the Trinity Arts Awards and is proud...read more
When looking at the BBC Proms poster this year and you'll spot some classical big-hitters such as Sir Simon Rattle and cello superstar Sheku Kanneh Mason. But look a bit closer and you might notice the French horn player Felix Klieser. Felix has been described as a virtuoso and has...read more
The Elgar International Brass Band Summer School has enjoyed an amazing week to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Course with Artistic Director, Philip Harper. The course concluded with a Celebratory Concert where EIBBSS was joined by Cory Band and Guest Soloist Daniel Thomas performing the new Euphonium Concerto, ‘Venice’ by Judith...read more
Sunday 6 August 2023
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