Durham BRASS Festival

#DurhamBRASS is back 13-20 July 2025!

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Calling #NorthEast musicians! Want to be part of next year's Brassed On gig?🎵In partnership with
@bbcintroducing & @narc_magazine, we're looking for local artists who are passionate about collabs and eager to explore creative possibilities through Brass: https://t.co/JVLOBJj3Dn

[Ian @IanofBoro]

I went to the last one where the wonderful @tomasmithmusic and others performed- amazing night and amazing venue!!!

[Durham County Council @DurhamCouncil]

@TheStoryDurham @tynetotees @BishFoodFest Someone had fun dancing along to the street bands at @DurhamBRASS in the summer!🎺🎵 #elfontheshelf

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

We're looking for up-and-coming #NorthEast musicians to apply to be part of next year's Brassed On event, where artists will join forces with talented brass ensembles to create new music and take part in a unforgettable performance at #DurhamBRASS!
👉https://t.co/3ouEDAR9u8

[Durham County Council @DurhamCouncil]

Up-and-coming musicians from across the #NorthEast are being invited to apply to be part of one of the region’s biggest events.
The ever-popular @DurhamBRASS – which we organise - returns next July with live music, indoors and out, promised at an array of venues in the city and across the county.
The event will once again feature ‘Brassed On’ – a unique programme which pairs North East artists with talented brass ensembles to create new music and take part in a unique and unforgettable performance at the festival.
And we are encouraging performers from all over the region to apply to be part of Brassed On.
Cllr Elizabeth Scott, our Cabinet member for economy and partnerships, said: “It may seem like Durham Brass Festival 2025 is a long way off, but our team is already working behind the scenes, making preparations to ensure the event is as big a success as ever.
“A big part of our event is always Brassed On, which celebrates the incredible versatility of brass music by re-imagining it in fresh and exciting ways.
“We are looking for emerging regional artists who are passionate about collaboration and eager to explore new creative possibilities through Brass. If you’re ready to bring your music to life in a bold and original way, we want to hear from you.”
Acts have until Monday 20 January to apply to be part of Brassed On and can find out more at https://t.co/hUqe9PH5u3
Confirmed dates for Durham Brass Festival 2025 and full details of its event programme will be announced next year.

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

WE WON! #DurhamBRASS won the Performance of the Year Award at the #NECultureAwards for @PSB_HQ featuring @NASUWTRiverside and @ChoirFelling at @durhamcathedral 🎉👏🎉👏

It was truly a spectacular show - congratulations to all involved!

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Hey local artists!🎵Want to be part of next year's Brassed On event? In partnership with @bbcintroducing & @narc_magazine, we're looking for local artists who are passionate about collaboration and eager to explore creative possibilities through Brass. 👉https://t.co/JVLOBJj3Dn

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Have some BIG BRASS BEATS to start your week! Here's a little lookback at our Big Brass Bash in Crook 🎺🎵 #DurhamBRASS #brassmusic #streetbands

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

We're very excited to see that our 2022 #DurhamBRASS commission with @RichardHawley will be making a comeback as part of @Bradford2025!
Richard will perform his classics with added brass from Bradford's own @blackdykeband at St George's Hall as part of The Big Brass Blowout.

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

@bradford2025 Fantastic to hear that our 2022 #DurhamBRASS commission with @RichardHawley is heading to #Bradford2025 and with the incredible @blackdykeband! WOW - The Big Brass Blowout sounds EPIC!👏🎺

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

We've got some AMAZING news to share! 👏
@PSB_HQ featuring @NASUWTRiverside performance at @durhamcathedral as part of #DurhamBRASS 2024 has been shortlisted for a North East Culture Award for Performance of the Year! 🎉
Winners will be revealed on 28 November. #NECultureAwards

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Kicking the week off with some BIG #DurhamBRASS energy! 🎵ft. fabulous moments from our Little Brass Bash in Spennymoor back in July.

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Throwing it back to sunny summer evenings, dancing with our street bands in some of the best spots in #CountyDurham! ☀️
How amazing was our Little Brass Bash at Haswell Pit Site? 🎺🎵 #durhambrass #brassmusic #streetbands

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

There's nothing quite like Streets of Brass! Two days of non-stop fun with street bands performing across Durham City - this is always our most popular event. Check out some highlights from this year! 🎺🎵 #durhambrass #brassmusic #streetbands

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Our Big and Little Brass Bashes are all about ENERGY! 🎺🎵 Have you got any memorable moments from this year's festival? Check out some of the best bits from Consett's Little Brass Bash featuring our street bands and Let's Circus. #durhambrass #brassmusic #countydurham

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

What an evening we had at our first ever Little Brass Bash in Barnard Castle! Did you enjoy it? #DurhamBRASS

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Missing #DurhamBRASS? Join us to re-live some of the best bits, starting with Party In The Park! 🎺🎵 #brassfestival #brassmusic #DurhamBrassFestival #countydurham

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Our final Summer Brass Concert in #WhartonPark is happening this Sunday with the amazing @NASUWTCONCERT 🎵

Sunny intervals with a moderate breeze are forecast, so why not pack a picnic and join us to see the summer concert series out in style! #DurhamBRASS

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

Join Trimdon Brass band this Sunday for the next Summer Brass Concert at #WhartonPark! 🎺🎵

🗓️Sunday 18 August, 1pm - 3pm

Relax and enjoy an afternoon of FREE brass music from a fantastic local band.

[Durham BRASS Festival @DurhamBRASS]

This Sunday in Wharton Park our Summer Brass Concert series continues with @BPandEband. The weather forecast looks good at the moment! Why not pack a picnic, invite your friends and enjoy an afternoon of FREE brass tunes.

🗓️ Sunday 11 August, 1pm - 3pm