Announcing the winners of the 2020 Brass Band Conference Awards
Brass Bands England (BBE) is proud to recognise those individuals and organisations in the banding world who have made an exceptional contribution to brass banding. Be it through inspiring young people, tireless dedication, leading creative and imaginative projects and collaborations, or bringing about positive social change, there is plenty to be recognised and celebrated.
The 2020 awards were announced by BBE Chair Mike Kilroy at the Brass Band conference held online on Saturday 19th September and were as follows. They will be presented in person to the winners at a future event:
The Brian Hicks Memorial Shield for services to Youth Banding was awarded to Glenis Smith.
The Innovation Award - Tabby Kerwin
The Social Impact Award - Sam Wyne
The Lifetime Achievement Award - Paul Hindmarsh
A Special Award was made to Nigel Birch for Services to the Brass Band Sector