BASBWE membership benefits

As a member, you have access to a wide range of opportunities and resources designed to support you and your ensemble:

A refreshed Winds magazine (both in print and online), featuring news, interviews, reviews, learning resources, and insights from across the world of wind music.
Unlock a library of digital resources – streaming playlists and podcasts made with members in mind.
Exclusive members-only content on the BASBWE website, which has undergone a complete redesign to make it even more useful and accessible.
Funding support for member-led commissions and events.
Free advice and professional development, including guidance on contracts, governance, and charitable status.
Opportunities to advertise your events in both the magazine and on our website.
Discounts on all BASBWE events, including playing opportunities and workshops.
Free access to classified adverts, published online and in print.
Networking – Join a community of wind musicians, educators, and ensembles across the UK and internationally.

If you have any questions, please contact membership@basbwe.net

Becoming a BASBWE member

Please note we have recently changed banks therefore any previous standing orders should be cancelled. Please make payment now for your 2026 membership to BASBWE. The most effective way of becoming a member is to use the Stripe buttons below to register. This payment system is completely secure and will auto-renew each year*.

If you prefer to create a Standing Order, then please make a payment to our new account:

Bank: Barclays Bank PLC

Sort Code 20-82-13

Account Number: 83242943

Account Name: BASBWE (British Association of Symphonic Bands & Wind Ensembles)

If making a payment by standing order, please e-mail us with your full contact details.

For international payments:

SWIFTBIC: BUKBGB22

IBAN: GB08 BUKB 2082 1383 2429 43

*Membership payments are securely processed through Stripe. BASBWE does not store any financial details. You will receive a confirmation email from Stripe for your payment and auto-renewal. Under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024, you have a 14-day cooling-off period after renewal to cancel for a full refund, with cancellation managed by Stripe.