Yorkshire Bands - The Next Generation

Are you a young brass or percussion player in Yorkshire? Fancy spending a day learning from the very best in the country? Want to perform in a full-scale massed band concert?

The Yorkshire Regional Committee have teamed up with the Yorkshire Musics Future Fund and the North of England Regional Championships to present a One-of-a-Kind Day of Inspiration, Music & Performance for Young Brass & Percussion Players aged 16 and Under

Sunday 22nd February 2026; 9am – 4pm; York St. John University,Creative Centre Auditorium YO31 7EX

There will be a full day of expert-led workshops, coaching, and a massed band finale, open to all brass andpercussion players aged 16 and under from bands and schools across Yorkshire

Led by Richard Marshall Principal Cornet - Black Dyke Band, One of the world’s finest brass musicians, with support from top UK players: Siobhan Edwards | Adam Bokaris | Adam Warburton | Tommy Tynan | Logan Thompson

What’s in store?

• Sections for the workshops: Cornets | Flugel & Horns | Baritones & Euphoniums | Trombones | Basses | Percussion
• Mass concert to finish the day off (parents/guardians welcome!)
• Inspiration, challenge, and FUN with fellow young musicians from all over Yorkshire!

Apply now to secure your spot: Email secretary@yrbbc.co.uk Include your name, age, instrument, and band (if applicable