Dear all, At the most recent VBL Executive meeting, the rapidly changing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation was discussed.  The Executive agreed that COVID-19 could have a potential impact on the activities of the VBL and community bands, and that a notice be sent out by the VBL to all affiliated bands and the same notice be published on the VBL website and Facebook page.  The VBL, like all agencies, organisations and individuals is following the advice published by Federal and State Health departments and will react accordingly should the situation change. At this stage, all VBL events for 2020 are proceeding as...

The Cranbourne Lions Concert Band is currently looking for a new Musical Director. Established in 1986, the ungraded band currently consists of approximately 25 members of varying levels of experience and age. The bad is very active and regularly performas at a number of local community events throughout the year including Australia Day Celebrations, Berwick Show and various Christmas Carol services. They also host three major concerts each year. The band rehearses on Tuesdy nights from 8pm to 10pm at The Factor, New Holland Drive, Cranbourne, which is next to the Casey RACE Pool. To apply, please send a resume detailing...

The Victorian Bands’ League is pleased to announce that Bandstand Sunday is back for 2018! The event features bands from around Victoria performing at Federation Square in Melbourne throughout the day from 10am to 5pm. Bands will be allocated around 30 minutes each to perform, including getting on and off stage. This is purely a concert entertainment program with no set music, however we would encourage bands to feature soloists in their program. There is no adjudication for this event; it is not a competition and therefore contest and registration rules do not apply. This is a free event and all...

These are superb drums, amongst the most respected in the contemporary orchestral world.  The tone produced is rich and full, the intonation excellent and reliable. The pedals use a ‘balanced spring’ mechanism, similar to Ludwig Symphonics, but with a greater range. Adams can achieve a seventh on a good day, sometimes even an octave.  This makes the Adams timpani more versatile, allowing for a greater range of uses, whether on stage or in the pit. Both timpani have gauges attached to the side of the bowl, with clear, easy-to-read letters for pitch guidance even in very low lighting. Included in the...

Frankston City Band Inc. is seeking front row cornet players and horn players to join the band. The ...

Every two years, there is a review of the Victorian Bands’ League Contest Bylaws. This is a great opportunity for bands to reflect on which rules are working and those rules they feel could be improved. Bands are asked to send through any recommendations to the VBL Office by Monday 1 st  August 2016. The suggestions will then be compiled into one document and circulated to all bands at the start of September. The proposals will be then be voted on at the October Delegates Meeting. The current Contest Bylaws can be found  here