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Not all bands enter competitions and there are some which shun the contest stage, preferring to concentrate their efforts in providing music for local events. For most players, though, contesting has always been an important part of brass banding, the reason that they spend so many hours trying to perfect
Tony Mansell
- 18 April 2020
The History in a Nutshell The West of England Bandsmen’s Festival, better known as Bugle Contest, is famous throughout the brass band world. Its host village takes on a different complexion on the day of the event as the typical clay mining community is transformed into a festival location and
- 18 April 2020
The Cornwall Youth Brass Band had its beginnings in 1955. It has enriched the lives of so many young musicians but countless other folk have also been involved, some as tutors and others in administrative roles. Their contribution is acknowledged and recognised. My thanks go to all of the organisations
- 18 April 2020