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17th October 2024
Following an earlier grant from the ScottishPower Foundation, Brass Bands England (BBE) has made the shortlist for this year’s ScottishPower Foundation Awards.
17th October 2024
Following a successful application round, BBE has launched the first Brass Foundations: Future Leaders’ Programme with a successful first workshop weekend in Sheffield. 
17th October 2024
The Brass Band Podcast, produced and hosted by Brass Bands England, has been nominated for a Hubhopper Podcast Award in the Education and Learning category.
10th October 2024
Following on from his recent victory at this year's Brass Band Conductors' Association's (BBCA’s) flagship Conducting Competition, So Matsukawa has gone on to claim his prize of a unique opportunity to rehearse and conduct a championship band.
Brass Band Conductor Association banner
10th October 2024
The Brass Band Conductors’ Association is delighted to share an update on its presence at the Brass Band Conference 2024. 
BBE AGM Save the Date graphic with logo
1st October 2024
BBE looks forward to sharing its reports, taking questions and involving its members in the online AGM to be held on October 29th.
25th September 2024
Lancashire-based Helen Minshall has been announced as the winner of Visiting Music Teacher 2024 in the Classic FM Music Teacher of the year awards. Celebrating the outstanding work and contribution made by music teachers across the UK, the awards.
11th September 2024
We are excited to announce we are 'Explore Your Archive’s' current spotlight, a digital exhibition space showcasing the Archive and its collections.
9th September 2024
The National Youth Brass Band Championships of Great Britain (Youth Champs) is a prestigious event that celebrates the musical talents of young brass band musicians across the UK.
A view of Millenium Bridge with St Paul's Cathedral rising in the distance in the centre. Seen at the bottom left is the City of London School, the new venue for the Brass Band Conference 2024
9th September 2024
A change of London venue for The Brass Band Conference 2024 offers improved transport links and stunning views of London.
9th September 2024
We have thrilled to have confirmed the selection of five outstanding artists for participation in our artistic collaboration programme, Elevate.
2nd September 2024
This week the fourth episode of our new podcast series ‘The Brass Band Podcast: Archive Edition’ has launched.