Another £6500 funding announced for Borders events
Hot on the heels of its last funding announcement, the Scottish Borders Brass Band Association (SBBBA) has secured a further £6500 in financial backing from the Weir Charitable Trust to support key brass music initiatives across the region.
The funding will be allocated as follows:
• Borders Entertainment Contest (£2500): This popular annual competition brings together brass bands from Sections 2 to 4 across Scotland and beyond to perform engaging programmes focused on entertaining audiences. The contest is a highlight of the regional brass calendar and offers valuable performance opportunities for bands of all levels.
• Youth Brass and Percussion Workshops (£3000): These long-established full-day workshops support young brass and percussion players aged 8 to 21 across the Borders. Led by experienced conductors and professional musicians, the sessions focus on developing musical skills, playing together and making lasting friendships.
• Youth Solo and Ensemble Contest (£1000): This event provides a platform for young musicians to perform solo and in small groups, encouraging individual growth and confidence. Held each February, it offers a supportive environment for players to gain performance experience and recognition.
SBBBA chairman Stuart Black commented: “We are thrilled to have received this funding from the the Weir Charitable Trust and we thank them for their support that allows us to run three of our biggest events.”
For more information on these events and workshops, please contact sbbba2020@gmail.com
The Borders flagship event, the annual entertainment contest
