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The Future of Brass
UK brass banding has seen a quiet decline over the decades, and the old ways of doing things are no longer enough. But where do we go from here? Welcome to 'The Future of Brass', a podcast exploring fresh ideas and positive steps to help the brass band community thrive again. Hosted by Lee Pritchard, each episode brings you unscripted, honest talk with guests from across our community. No scripts, just real talk about a musical tradition that is worth saving. Presented by the Flixton Band…
Episodes
The Future of BrassForget the Doom and Gloom: Clockface Band Went from 15 Players to the National Finals
Everyone online says brass banding is dying. Will, MD of Clockface Band, doesn’t buy it. When he took over in 2023, Clockface had around 15 players and a band…
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The Brass Band Death Myth, Busted: 900 Trial Lessons, 775 Kids Playing, and a Blueprint Anyone Could Copy
Everyone in brass banding says the same thing: no kids are coming through. It's dying. There's nothing we can do. Chris disagrees. And he's got the numbers to…
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What It Takes to Save a Brass Band with Julie Hoggarth (Drum and Brass)
After COVID, one brass band was down to seven people with no clear way forward. This episode is the story of how Julie Hoggarth changed that. And what she…