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.
That's right — the Brass Band Podcast is back!
Series 2 — The Next Generation — will explore how brass bands are evolving and highlight the role young voices, new leaders, and fresh ideas will play in shaping the movement for years to come.
Hosted by Kenny Crookston and Sarah Baumann, produced by Brass Bands England, and kindly supported by Arts Council England, Youth Music, and the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this new five-part series launches on 11 September 2025.
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