Wednesday 27 January, 2021 The Tameside circuit of the Whit Friday march contests will not proceed in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read full article

Wednesday 27 January, 2021 The art of shaping a melody remains as important as ever – now a master of the musical line is inviting others to explore the lyrical side of their playing. Read full article

Tuesday 26 January, 2021 Aspiring conductors or those in the early stages with the baton are being offered free support on entry routes into the art and developing their professional practice. Read full article

Monday 25 January, 2021 The death has been announced of Lourdes Brass Band president, Harry Kelly, days after his 79th birthday. He passed away on January 17 in Drogheda, Ireland, following complications relating to COVID-19. Read full article

Sunday 24 January, 2021 The death has been reported of brass band performer, conductor and adjudicator, James Scott. He passed away recently at the age of 95. Read full article

Sunday 24 January, 2021 Brass Bands England has added new members to its team as it aims to support more players, bands and communities with practical advice and creative resources for banding. Read full article

Saturday 23 January, 2021 As someone who is no stranger to globetrotting, tuba soloist Les Neish may be forgiven for resting on his laurels until normal service resumes. Any such notion is far from the truth, however, and the renowned performer has spearheaded an innovative new project offering musicians the opportunity to continue indulging in their passion from the comfort and safety of home. Read full article

Friday 22 January, 2021 The onset of the new year would usually bring one of the most significant non-competitive dates in the UK banding calendar, the Royal Northern College of Music Brass Band Festival. The COVID-19 pandemic means that the festival cannot take place in 2021 but an online event is to take place instead, reflecting on highlights from the festival in recent years. Read full article

Thursday 21 January, 2021 The Yorkshire Youth Brass Band has taken its musical talents online, welcoming more than 50 young musicians for a packed virtual course. Read full article

Thursday 21 January, 2021 Fans of the ‘greatest free show on Earth’ will have to wait another year after the 2021 Saddleworth and Oldham Whit Friday contests were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read full article