It’s been a hard year for everyone, and tough for players around the world to no longer be able to join together and make music. That’s not to say, though, that we’ve been doing nothing throughout the year. We’ve continued to socials virtually, and made a number of virtual recordings, now available on our YouTube…
News
Branching out
We hope you are all doing well in these unprecedented and uncertain times.We are excited to announce that the band is branching out in terms of social media. Follow us on Instagram (@_uybb_) for wholesome content! There are no posts yet, however we expect to be posting soon.
An update
We were hoping not to have to write this post, but sadly it has come to it. YUSU has advised, in accordance with University and government advice, that we cancel all group meetings and performances next term. This means we shall not be holding rehearsals, attending WhitFriday, and we will be cancelling our summer concert….
UniBrass!
One more year, one more UniBrass. As always, a huge thank you to the UniBrass organising committee and trustees for running this fantastic event.“UYBB was excited to head back down to Bangor for another year of UniBrass! It was a very fun weekend and I am so proud of everyone for playing so well! Our score…
Winter Concert
On 1st December, the band had a fabulous winter concert with the York Railway Institute Band. Many thanks to York RI for agreeing to take part and for helping to make the evening such a success. We thoroughly enjoyed the evening and hope for more such collaborations in the future!
Carols at the Minster
The band were please to be invited back to the Minster to accompany the UYCU and YSJCU carol service yesterday evening. It is always a privilege to be allowed to perform in such a magnificent venue! Our thanks to both the UoY and YSJ Christian Unions, and the Minster for putting on such a lovely…
On our esteemed guests, the York RI Band
It is just over a week before our winter concert with York Railway Institute Band! Mark the evening of 1st December in your diaries. We are sure it will be a night to remember! York Railway Institute Band was established in 1883 by Noah Bruce, and is York’s oldest and most successful brass band. The band’s…
Joint winter concert!
We are thrilled to announce our winter concert, taking place on 1st December, will be a joint venture with York Railway Institute Band! Please see the poster below or the Facebook event for details. We look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible!
Remembrance Sunday
This year, the 100th year of Remembrance, the band once more had the honour of taking part in the Easingwold Remembrance Service and leading the parade. We are proud to be able to continue supporting the local community and representing the University of York. Photo credit: Eleanor Ashworth
Freshers Fair
We are drawing close to Freshers Fair, which will be held this Saturday (5th October).The UYBB stall (# 28) will be in the Sports Centre Main Hall (Zone 6). Please do come along, sign up to the mailing list, and have a chat!