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Cumbria Youth Brass Band (CYBB)

Uniting Young Brass Talent Across Cumbria
Launched in 2023, the Cumbria Youth Brass Band (CYBB) brings together a community of young brass players aged 8–25 from across the county. With the support of Drum and Brass and a network of local bands, CYBB offers young musicians a chance to connect, grow, and perform at an exciting regional level.

Cumbria Youth Brass Band is a always looking for help in its development and would welcome support and/or sponsorship.  Please contact  julie@drumandbrass.co.uk if you have any ideas or can support in any way. 

CYBB Dates 2025-2026

14 September 2025 Rehearsal
Sunday, October 12, 2025 Rehearsal
Sunday, November 09, 2025 Rehearsal
Sunday, December 07, 2025 Rehearsal
Sunday, January 11, 2026 Rehearsal
Sunday, February 08, 2026 Rehearsal
Sunday, March 15, 2026 Rehearsal
Saturday, March 28, 2026 National Youth Brass Band Championships
Sunday, April 26, 2026 Rehearsal and Family lunch event
16/17 May 2026 Brass at the Castle

 

CYBB is shaped by its young players

  • Rehearsals are held around Cumbria so everyone gets equal access
  • It’s a space for young brass players to meet, develop skills and perform together

Cumbria Youth Brass Band (CYBB) is open to all young brass players aged 7 – 17 with players of 18 to 25 very welcome to develop mentoring skills with the group.

Main band – all welcome

Advanced ensemble – for confident players e.g. grade 3+

 

“Let’s have even more challenging music”

“I love seeing my friends from other bands”

“Its so good to play with people your own age”

“I love the biscuits”

What We Offer

  • 8 rehearsals a year at rotating venues across Cumbria

  • Professional coaching from experienced brass musicians

  • Workshops with RNCM Engage (Royal Northern College of Music)

  • A welcoming community for young players of all levels

  • Performance opportunities in prestigious venues

 

 

Highlights

  • Annual performance at the iconic Brass at the Castle

  • Exciting trips, including an upcoming visit to RNCM

  • Meet and collaborate with players from all corners of Cumbria

Find out from the players and leaders how the Cumbria Youth Brass Band began 

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Our Partners

Our Partners

CYBB thrives thanks to the support of a passionate community:

Local Bands
Egremont • Burneside • Ulverston • Holborne Hill Juniors • Kirkby Stephen • Cockermouth • T-Brass (Tebay) • Keswick

Supporters

RNCM Engage – expert coaching and mentoring

Brass Bands England – training and contest support

Cumbria Community Foundation – funding partner

Are you a young brass player looking to grow your skills and be part of something bigger?
CYBB is your stage.

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