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The People Behind the Return of Fleetwood Contest
I caught up with one of the organisers, Stuart Barton to find out what the day has in store for both the bands and audience members, as well as their story of bringing Fleetwood back into the UK brass band calendar.
5 days ago7 min read
Save with Advanced Tickets for Youth Champs 2026
Record-Breaking Contest Set for King Edward's School The countdown is on to the 2026 Youth Championships on Saturday 28th March 2026 and it's set to be the biggest yet. Forty-two Band Line-up The 2026 Youth Championships is set to host a record-breaking 42 youth bands competing across four sections. So, if you're looking to grab a ticket, now is the time! Audiences can look forward to: The return of the Besson Prodige Showcase Section (non-competitive) The introduction of a b
Mar 182 min read
NYBBGB Take A Seat Scheme Returns in 2026
Sponsorship Initiative Returns Following Successful First Year The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain (NYBBGB) has announced the return of its Take a Seat scheme for 2026, following a successful launch year that saw multiple young musicians directly supported. The initiative allows individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts to sponsor a seat within the NYBBGB Youth Band, playing an active role in developing the next generation of brass and percussion tale
Mar 182 min read
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