The Brass Bands Wales Survey 2024
The largest survey of Welsh Brass Bands ever!
Brass Bands Wales Survey 2024 Infographic
After many months of data collection, analysis and review we are pleased to publish the details of the 2024 survey. The survey is our first major piece of work and vital to our future. We would like to thank all the bands that returned the survey for their engagement and the completion of the various sections. You can see the results in detail by click the button below.
Brass Bands Wales 2024 Survey Report
Brass Bands Wales has launched its 2024 Survey Report, providing valuable insights into player demographics, band mood health, youth player development, and instrument mix across Wales. The report, based on the most extensive survey with bands and players, in our history, highlights key challenges and opportunities within the genre.
Findings from the survey reveal important trends in player retention and recruitment. The data underscores the need for targeted initiatives to support bands in Wales in sustaining long-term player involvement in banding. As a result, the outcomes of this report are shaping the strategic direction of Brass Bands Wales, influencing future funding applications and project development.
One significant outcome is the launch of a new pilot initiative, Get Back to Banding, aimed at re-engaging musicians who have stepped away from playing. This programme, set to begin in North Wales, will provide tailored support for players looking to return to banding.
By using the survey’s findings to inform practical solutions, Brass Bands Wales is taking proactive steps to strengthen and future-proof the Welsh banding community, ensuring sustainability and accessibility for brass band musicians of all ages and abilities.