Youth Brass 2000 – Award winning youth brass banding in the English Midlands

National Youth Championships 2022

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Yes, we did it again! We have now won this contest 7 times in a row. Well, almost in a row as the contest has been cancelled twice due to covid restrictions. It was great to be back on the … Read More

Butlins 2022

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So, we made it to Butlins 2022! We had been working on this for ages, as we had been invited to perform the Gala concert on the Friday evening, then take part in the contest on the Sunday. Unfortunately, covid … Read More

4 Bars Rest Lower Section Band of the Year 2021!

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We are delighted to be able to announce that our band has been voted 4 Bars Rest “Lower Section Band of the Year”! This is quite an accolade for us, given what a hugely difficult year it has been!

2018

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Sun
14
Jan
2018

Butlins Mineworkers - Youth Section
The Skyline Centre, Skegness

We are competing at Butlins after all! Can we regain our title, lost last year to a brilliant performance by Bavarian Youth Brass. We’ve been working hard on a really great programme – fingers crossed then…………
Sun
28
Jan
2018

Contest - British Open Youth

The Guild Hall/ Charter Theatre, Preston, Lancs.

We will be making our 2018 appearance at the British Open Youth contest in Preston, at the fabulous Preston Guild Hall/Charter Theatre complex.
Sun
25
Mar
2018

Concert at The Cube Theatre, Corby
3pm
We are honoured to be again invited to perform a concert organised by the Corby Rotary Club. Come along and see youth banding at its very best! A vary varied programme with something for everyone to enjoy!
Sun
22
Apr
2018

National Championships 2018
All day The Arts Centre, Warwick

Once again we will be taking on the challenge of competing against the very best youth bands in the UK. Can we win this contest again?
Sun
06
May
2018

European Youth Championships
All day Tivoli Hall, Vredenburgkade 11, 3511 WC Utrecht, Netherlands

We’re off to Utrecht in Holland to compete in the European Championships! The standard here is exceptionally high, and for the last two years we have been runners-up. Can we pull off the big one this time?
Thu
28
Jun
2018
Sun
01
Jul
2018

Visit to Leeuwarden, Netherlands for "City of Culture"
All day
Leeuwarden, the Netherlands

We are delighted to have been invited to participate in the European “City of Culture” celebrations in Leeuwarden, Holland.
Fri
06
Jul
2018

Music for Youth
Between 10.35am and 1.35pm
The Symphony Hall, Birmingham.

Fantastic news – we have been selected to play in Birmingham in the Music for Youth Festival!
Sat
07
Jul
2018

Champions in Concert
7.30pm The Cube Theatre, Corby, Northants

We are honoured to have been invited to share this concert with the amazing Brighouse & Rastrick band – the current UK Champion Band. Champion Bands in in concert indeed!
Wed
18
Jul
2018

Visit to Kneller Hall
11am Kneller Hall, Twickenham

We are delighted to have been invited to spend a day with the Corps of Army Music at their famous headquarters, Kneller Hall. Something for us to really look forward to!
Wed
01
Aug
2018

Concert at East Carlton Country Park
2pm East Carlton Country Park, nr Corby, Northants

Come and join us for a summer outdoor concert in this delightful country park. Bring your deckchair and a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of brilliant music!
Sat
06
Oct
2018

Concert - Stamford Methodist Church
7.30pm
Stamford Methodist Church

We are very much looking forward to performing again at Stamford Methodist Church.
Sun
28
Oct
2018

Concert - Wilbarston Village Hall
6.0pm We will once again this year be performing what is now our annual concert at Wilbarston Village Hall. Come along and see us - you certainly won't be disappointed! Come and see the European Youth Champion Band in action!
Sat
17
Nov
2018

Brass in Concert
tba The Sage, Gateshead.

“Brass in Concert” are this year running a youth brass band entertainment contest! We will be there – come along and see what we get up to!

Youth Brass 2000 · Saturday, June 4th, 2022 at 7:43am
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We're planning our trip already! https://t.co/Ugz2HY4a2P

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4barsrest.com@4barsrest
Countdown starts for 2023 Euros: Preparations have already started for the hosting of the 2023 European Championships in Malmo, Sweden https://t.co/1pyTmbLTNw

Youth Brass 2000 · Saturday, May 7th, 2022 at 6:06am
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Just posted a photo https://t.co/iA46b5Ywl8

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In reply toB:Music, responsible for Symphony Hall & Town Hall

and supporters alike in the @BMusic_Ltd Symphony Hall.

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In reply toLouis Dowdeswell

and youth bands to perform to appreciative audiences.

The standard of playing across all the sections was outstanding and there was a real festival feel to the event.

And the party continued late into the night with the @louisdowdeswell Big Band serving up a treat to players

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Youth Brass 2000 · Monday, May 2nd, 2022 at 2:21pm
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As the dust settles on a fantastic #ebbf2022 congratulations must go to @BrassBandsEng and @EBBC2022 for arranging an amazing festival of brass music. @louisdowdeswell and @Coryband were inspirational and the outdoor stage was a brilliant platform for schools, community groups https://t.co/nS1w31d6ai

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Meet our players

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Youth Brass 2000 in Concert!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2022 National Youth Championships!

7 times in a row now!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2021 Brass in Concert!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2020 British Open Youth Championship!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2020 Butlins Youth Championship!

Ed - our principal baritone took the solo prize!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2019 National Youth Championship!

We have now won this contest for 6 years in a row!

Youth Brass 2000 win the 2018 British Youth Open!

We have now won this contest for 7 years in a row!

What is Youth Brass 2000?

We are a multi award-winning youth brass band located in the English East Midlands. We rehearse on Sunday nights in Wilbarston, Northamptonshire and welcome young brass players of all abilities.

Can I book Youth Brass 2000?

Yes! We perform public concerts as well as fetes, garden parties and other private functions. We would be delighted to hear from you and arrange a concert for you.

What exactly is a brass band?

We thought you may be wondering this... A brass band is a unique ensemble that is composed entirely of brass instruments, and has been contributing to the sound of Britain for over 100 years.

Who is in Youth Brass 2000?

We are a band of brass players under the age of 19. There is no lower age limit, and we have had members who are 8 years' old previously. Our alumni have highly varied careers...

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