Welcome to The Brass Band Podcast, where your hosts from Brass Bands England, Kenny Crookston (CEO) and Sarah Baumann (COO), uncover the amazing and unusual stories that define the brass band world, from its origins and traditions to the modern innovations and fantastic music that have shaped this remarkable culture.
In each episode, Kenny and Sarah will be joined by special guests and wonderful brass band music provided by World of Brass.
If you'd like to get in touch, you can send an email to info@bbe.org.uk or visit the Brass Bands England website at www.bbe.org.uk.
Welcome to The Brass Band Podcast, where your hosts from Brass Bands England, Kenny Crookston (CEO) and Sarah Baumann (COO), uncover the amazing and unusual stories that define the brass band world, from its origins and traditions to the modern innovations and fantastic music that have shaped this remarkable culture.
In each episode, Kenny and Sarah will be joined by special guests and wonderful brass band music provided by World of Brass.
If you'd like to get in touch, you can send an email to info@bbe.org.uk or visit the Brass Bands England website at www.bbe.org.uk.
Welcome back to The Brass Band Podcast: Archive Edition! In this episode, hosts Sarah Baumann and Kenny Crookston dive into the exhilarating world of brass band contesting, a tradition that has driven excellence and camaraderie in the brass band community for over 170 years.
From the historic origins of contesting to the vibrant and competitive atmosphere of modern-day events like UniBrass, Brass in Concert and Whit Friday, we explore how contesting has shaped brass band culture and continues to propel the exceptional standards of musicianship seen and heard across the world.
Get up to speed with the nuances of various contest formats, including entertainment contests, set test piece contests, and own-choice test piece contests. Unravel the mysteries of judging methods, from closed to open adjudication, and explore the heartbreak of relegation and the excitement of promotion.
We’ve got fascinating discussions with several special guests, insights into the logistics and excitement of contest days, and stories from the archives that highlight the passion and dedication of bands and their communities. Tune in to discover why contesting remains a vital part of the brass banding calendar!
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To explore the Brass Bands Archive, visit www.brassbandsarchive.com
Thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Arts Council England and the Scottish Power Foundation for their support. To hear any of the tracks played in this episode in full, head to www.wobplay.com.
Hosts: Kenny Crookston & Sarah Baumann (CEO & COO, Brass Bands England)
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Podcast Producer: Peter Baumann