About Us
The Brass Band Players Registry governs the registration procedures of contesting brass bands in England and Wales.
All bands wishing to take part in the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain must be registered with Brass Band Players Ltd (or the Scottish Registry if applicable). In fact, virtually all brass band competitions now use our registration service for their event!
The Registry is now "back home", as it was previously part of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain.
All bands wishing to take part in the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain must be registered with Brass Band Players Ltd (or the Scottish Registry if applicable). In fact, virtually all brass band competitions now use our registration service for their event!
The Registry is now "back home", as it was previously part of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain.
STAFF
Registrar: Tim Jones
Tim Jones is the Registrar for the Brass Band Players Registry, bringing a wealth of experience from across the brass band movement, music education, and event management.
A lifelong brass band musician, Tim was a member of the BTM Band for over 30 years, having joined at the age of eight. During his time with the band, he also served as Contest Secretary for several years, giving him first-hand insight into the importance of an efficient, responsive and forward-thinking player registration system.
Tim has represented Wales and Europe at youth level, holding the Principal Baritone position with the National Youth Brass Band of Wales for six years, including a 10-day tour of Canada in 2007, and with the European Youth Brass Band in 2009.
His academic background is equally rooted in music, having graduated from Cardiff University with both a Bachelor of Music (BMus Hons) and a Master of Arts (MA) in Performance Studies.
Alongside his role as Registrar, Tim is a Director of Kapitol Promotions (organisers and promoters of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain), and also works as a private music tutor.
Tim Jones is the Registrar for the Brass Band Players Registry, bringing a wealth of experience from across the brass band movement, music education, and event management.
A lifelong brass band musician, Tim was a member of the BTM Band for over 30 years, having joined at the age of eight. During his time with the band, he also served as Contest Secretary for several years, giving him first-hand insight into the importance of an efficient, responsive and forward-thinking player registration system.
Tim has represented Wales and Europe at youth level, holding the Principal Baritone position with the National Youth Brass Band of Wales for six years, including a 10-day tour of Canada in 2007, and with the European Youth Brass Band in 2009.
His academic background is equally rooted in music, having graduated from Cardiff University with both a Bachelor of Music (BMus Hons) and a Master of Arts (MA) in Performance Studies.
Alongside his role as Registrar, Tim is a Director of Kapitol Promotions (organisers and promoters of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain), and also works as a private music tutor.
Office Administrator: Charlie Boax
At just 19 years old, Charlie already brings considerable experience of the brass band movement. Originally from Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire, she began her musical journey with Irvine & Dreghorn Youth Band before progressing into the senior band alongside her parents. In 2022, Charlie joined Whitburn Band, where she quickly established herself as one of Scotland's leading young baritone players. She was appointed to the band's Solo Baritone seat at just 16 and went on to perform at some of the UK's leading venues and international contests. During her time with Whitburn, she was part of three Scottish Championship-winning bands and the Grand Shield-winning band in 2023.
Charlie has also enjoyed considerable success as an individual musician. She has twice won the Rotary UK Young Musician title and has previously secured West of Scotland and Scottish Solo Championship titles. She has also represented the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland on Solo Baritone, and was part of the European Youth Brass Band earlier this year.
In June 2026, Charlie took another significant step in her musical career when she was appointed Solo Baritone with the Cory Band, one of the world's leading brass bands. Her appointment followed four successful years with Whitburn and represents the latest chapter in an already impressive musical journey.
Away from the bandroom, Charlie will now bring her knowledge, enthusiasm and first-hand understanding of the brass band movement to her new role.
At just 19 years old, Charlie already brings considerable experience of the brass band movement. Originally from Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire, she began her musical journey with Irvine & Dreghorn Youth Band before progressing into the senior band alongside her parents. In 2022, Charlie joined Whitburn Band, where she quickly established herself as one of Scotland's leading young baritone players. She was appointed to the band's Solo Baritone seat at just 16 and went on to perform at some of the UK's leading venues and international contests. During her time with Whitburn, she was part of three Scottish Championship-winning bands and the Grand Shield-winning band in 2023.
Charlie has also enjoyed considerable success as an individual musician. She has twice won the Rotary UK Young Musician title and has previously secured West of Scotland and Scottish Solo Championship titles. She has also represented the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland on Solo Baritone, and was part of the European Youth Brass Band earlier this year.
In June 2026, Charlie took another significant step in her musical career when she was appointed Solo Baritone with the Cory Band, one of the world's leading brass bands. Her appointment followed four successful years with Whitburn and represents the latest chapter in an already impressive musical journey.
Away from the bandroom, Charlie will now bring her knowledge, enthusiasm and first-hand understanding of the brass band movement to her new role.