The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain

⭐⭐⭐⭐½ review! 🎺✨ We’re thrilled to share the first review of our ‘New Horizons’ Easter concerts 2026 from 4barsrest 🙌 Focusing on Saturday evening’s performance at The RNCM, the review highlights the energy, ambition and outstanding musicianship of The NYBBGB—the second of our 2 Easter concerts following its debut on 11 April at The Garden Rooms at Tennants, Leyburn. 👉 Read the full review: /reviews/concerts/con899.asp (link in bio) Thank you to everyone involved in making both concerts so special—and to our amazing audiences for your support! ✨ #nybbgbEaster2026 #NYBBGB #BrassBand #ConcertReview #4barsrest

🎺 A spectacular night at The RNCM! ✨ We’re thrilled to share a selection of photos from last night’s incredible performance of New Horizons at the Royal Northern College of Music, given by The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the baton of Prof Nicholas Childs. A huge thank you and congratulations to all of our brilliant NYBBGB musicians for delivering such an inspiring concert 🙌 and to our wonderful audience—the auditorium was absolutely packed, and your support means everything to the Band. A special mention to our guest baritone soloist Mike Cavanagh, who truly wowed the audience with a stunning performance 👏 We were also honoured to be joined by three of the composers featured in the programme—Peter Graham, Edward Gregson and Andrea Price. Andrea’s brand-new commission Victoria Wood: A Laugh Less Ordinary was a deeply special moment, paying tribute to Victoria Wood on the 10th anniversary of her passing. 📸 More photos coming soon! 📺 Watch a clip from last night’s BBC North West Tonight here: /3jxdxmbx (link in bio) 👉 Watch from 2 mins onwards for the concert coverage and Andrea’s new work, featuring NYBBGB superstars Nayan, Natasha & Esther ⭐ ⏰ Available to watch until 5.30pm tonight #nybbgbEaster2026 #NYBBGB #BrassBand #LiveMusic #NewHorizons #SupportTheArts #YouthMusic

🎶 BATH — ARE YOU READY? 🎶 For one night only, The NYBBGB Youth Band comes to The Forum, Bath on Saturday 8th August 2026 for a spectacular concert celebrating creativity, sustainability & the future of brass band music. Featuring: ⭐ Guest Conductor Lieutenant Colonel Lauren Petritz-Watts ⭐ International tuba soloist Ross Knight ⭐ World premières of works by Simon Dobson & Martyn Brabbins ⭐ Music by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Johan de Meij, Jacob Vilhelm Larsen, Liz Lane & more ⭐ Over 90 outstanding young brass & percussion musicians from across the UK Supported by The Salvation Army Trading Company Limited, the concert explores the theme ‘REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE’ through powerful contemporary works, reimagined classics and thrilling brass band favourites. After a series of sell-out concerts in 2025 & 2026, tickets are expected to go quickly — book early and join us for an unforgettable evening of music-making. 🎟 Under 18s tickets are FREE 🎟 Find out more & book tickets via the link in our bio #NYBBGB #BathEvents #BrassBanding #TheForum #YouthBand #LiveConcert #Tuba #MusicEducation #Bath #SalvationArmy

🚨 NYBBGB EASTER CONCERT 2026 – NEW HORIZONS 🚨 📅 Friday 22 May 2026 | 7.30pm (BST) 📺 YouTube Premiere - link in bio The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain presents its Easter Concert 2026, performed by 90 outstanding young musicians aged 13–18 under the direction of Guest Conductor Professor Nicholas Childs, featuring Guest Soloist Mike Cavanagh (baritone). 'New Horizons' explores discovery, ambition and musical growth through a full-scale programme of major works performed at the highest level. ⭐ World première: 'Victoria Wood: A Laugh Less Ordinary' by Andrea Price, marking 10 years since the passing of the late, great Victoria Wood. 🎼 Also featuring works by Paul Lovatt-Cooper, Peter Graham, Bruce Broughton, Fredrik Schjelderup, Thomas Doss, Charles Gounod and Edward Gregson — forming a fully balanced programme of major works from start to finish. 🔔 Set a reminder and join the Premiere at 7.30pm on 22 May — experience the concert live as it happens in chat. 🔗 Watch YouTube Premiere: link in bio 🔗 Download concert programme: .uk/archive #NYBBGB #NewHorizons #NYBBGBEaster2026 #BrassBand #YouthMusic #YouTubePremiere

🎺✨ JUST OVER 2 WEEKS TO GO – FREE 'READY TO SHINE' AUDITION SKILLS WORKSHOPS ✨🎺 🎟️ Our London & Manchester workshops are almost full… ⚠️ But we still have around 10 places left in Birmingham! This is your chance to join a FREE audition skills workshop this May half-term for young brass & percussion players aged 8–18 🎶 Perfect if you’re preparing for: 🎵 NYBBGB auditions 🎵 Other ensemble/band auditions 🎵 Graded music exams Hosted by Dr Robert Childs & tutors from The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain 🎺 🎵 What you’ll do: • Build audition confidence • Improve performance skills • Work on scales & sight-reading • Play in a full ensemble • Get expert, practical advice BIRMINGHAM WORKSHOP 📍 University of Birmingham, B15 2TT 📅 Thurs 28 May 2026 ⏰ 10:30–15:00 🎟️ FREE (booking essential) 💥 Completely FREE 💥 May half-term 💥 Only ~10 places left 👉 Sign up now here (link in bio): https://forms.gle/LdGQt69TgLGBtnhu9 ⏳ Don’t miss out – get ready to shine! #NYBBGB #ReadyToShine #AuditionSkills #FREEWorkshop #Birmingham #WestMidlands #BrassPlayers #Percussion #YouthMusic #MusicEducation

Today, The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain shares the deeply sad news that John Gillam passed away yesterday — former Chair, trustee, tutor, alumnus and lifelong supporter of The NYBBGB. John’s relationship with The NYBBGB began in 1975 as a BBb Bass player on the Easter course under Eric Ball and developed into a lifelong association spanning five decades. Across that time, he served as a performer, educator, trustee and Chair, and helped shape the organisation’s direction with clarity, care and commitment. As a player, John performed at the highest level with bands including Brighouse & Rastrick Band, Black Dyke Band and others, and his influence within The NYBBGB as a leader and mentor was profound. NYBBGB CEO Mark Bromley said: “John Gillam gave outstanding service to The NYBBGB... John leaves a lasting legacy and he will be greatly missed.” Long-time friend, colleague and NYBBGB trustee Ewan Easton reflected: “John made you feel safe… His legacy is not just what he achieved, but the direction of travel he helped create.” Our thoughts are with John’s wife Iglika, son George and daughter Florence at this very difficult time. Read the full tribute via the link in our bio. The NYBBGB will share details of John’s funeral in due course. #NYBBGB #BrassBands #MusicEducation #InMemory #BrassBandCommunity

🎧 This Sunday, BBC Radio 3 will broadcast a special feature celebrating the life and legacy of Elgar Howarth — trumpet player, composer, conductor and a hugely important figure in The NYBBGB’s history. As our former Artistic Director and President, Gary helped shape the future of youth brass music — including championing the creation of the National Children’s Brass Band of Great Britain 💛 🗓 Sunday 26 April ⏰ 7pm 🎧 Available afterwards on BBC iPlayer Join us in listening and celebrating his extraordinary legacy. #NYBBGB #ElgarHowarth #BBCradio3 #BrassBand #BritishMusic #YouthMusic #BrassPlayers #MusicLegacy

📺 THE NYBBGB - TONIGHT ON TV 📺 The NYBBGB Easter Concert 2026 will be featured on BBC North West Tonight at 5.30pm this evening—just 30 minutes before the concert begins at 6pm! 🎺✨ Don’t miss this special preview of the band ahead of tonight’s performance. 👉 Watch here: /programmes/m002vg37 #nybbgbEaster2026 #NYBBGB #BBCNorthWestTonight #BrassBand #LiveMusic #TonightOnTV

🚨 TONIGHT • 6PM 🚨 The second NYBBGB Easter Concert 2026 is happening at the Royal Northern College of Music at 6pm tonight… and there are JUST 9 TICKETS LEFT! 🎟️🔥 This is your last chance to experience an unforgettable night of world-class brass music performed by the UK’s most talented young musicians 🎺✨ 👉 Book NOW before they’re gone at .uk — link in bio 🙌 Huge thanks to everyone who’s already got tickets—we can’t wait to see you tonight! #nybbgbEaster2026 #NYBBGB #BrassBand #LiveMusic #Manchester #LastChance #DontMissOut #ConcertTonight

🔙✨ #ThrowbackThursday ✨🔙 A look back at last week’s Easter residential course rehearsals, where The NYBBGB were putting the finishing touches to 'New Horizons' ahead of their Easter concerts 🎺 For one intensive week, 90 outstanding young brass and percussion players worked tirelessly with Prof Nicholas Childs and our world-class tutor team to bring this exciting programme to life — culminating in a spectacular opening concert in Leyburn last Saturday and now just one final performance to come this weekend! 📍 Royal Northern College of Music 📅 Saturday 18 April 🕕 6pm 🎟️ Last few tickets remaining at — link in bio From rehearsal room to concert stage… Manchester, we’re nearly ready! 📸 Marc Gascoigne Photography #NYBBGB #NYBBGBEaster2026 #ThrowbackThursday #TBT #NewHorizons #Leyburn #RNCM #ManchesterConcerts #BrassBand #YouthMusic #FutureOfBrass #NicholasChilds #BehindTheScenes #LiveMusic

🚨 FINAL TICKETS REMAINING 🚨 A glimpse of one of the standout moments from our Leyburn concert: Andrea Price’s brilliant new commission ‘Victoria Wood: A Laugh Less Ordinary’ 🎶 This vibrant and moving tribute — funded by The Victoria Wood Foundation and marking ten years since Victoria Wood’s passing — was a huge hit with audiences and one of the highlights of New Horizons. Performed here by the 90 outstanding young musicians of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain under the baton of Prof Nicholas Childs, this is just a taste of what awaits in Manchester… 📍 Royal Northern College of Music 📅 Saturday 18th April 🕕 6pm 🎟️ Last few tickets selling fast — book now at Featuring baritone guest soloist Mike Cavanagh of the Black Dyke Band. 👉 Don’t miss your final chance to experience New Horizons live. #NYBBGB #NYBBGBEaster2026 #VictoriaWood #ALaughLessOrdinary #NewHorizons

✨ What a night! ✨ After a week of intensive rehearsals, learning and music-making on our Easter residential course, The NYBBGB brought that hard work to a thrilling culmination this evening with an awe-inspiring performance of 'New Horizons' at The Garden Rooms at Tennants, played to a packed and enthusiastic audience. These hot-off-the-press photos capture just some of the energy, brilliance and excitement from an unforgettable concert by our exceptional young musicians. Huge congratulations and thank yous to: 🎺 Every outstanding member of The NYBBGB for their dedication, commitment and artistry throughout the week 🎼 Prof Nicholas Childs @drnickchilds , our inspiring guest conductor 🎵 Mike Cavanagh @mikecav94 , our exceptional guest baritone soloist 👏 And to our wonderful audience for joining us to make the evening so special Missed tonight’s concert? There’s still one more chance to experience 'New Horizons' live: 📍 Royal Northern College of Music 📅 Next Saturday 18 April 2026 | 6pm 🎟️ Last few tickets remaining — book now: /performance/the-national-youth-brass-band-of-great-britain/ #NYBBGB #NYBBGBEaster2026 #NewHorizons #BrassBand #LiveMusic #RNCM #ManchesterConcerts #Leyburn #YorkshireEvents #FutureOfBrass #YouthMusic #NicholasChilds #MikeCavanagh #BrassBandLife