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Red Admiral announces launch of Access to Adjudication initiative
A new approach to brass band adjudication training is being offered through the Red Admiral Music Academy
January 22, 2026
Band Supplies has Area ready instruments to go....
If its the perfect instrument you are looking for to boost your Area chances, then Band Supplies may well have the perfect Besson choice for you...
January 22, 2026
John Packer leads UK brands at NAMM
The John Packer stable of instruments is making its mark on the American market place at the huge NAMM Trade festival in California.
January 22, 2026
Music of the Spheres chosen as British Open set work
Philip Sparke's iconic test-piece will be the challenge for the bands to meet at the 2026 British Open Championship.
January 22, 2026
Cobb celebration to be recorded for broadcast
The sold out 'Stephen Cobb 50' concert at Regent Hall this weekend will be recorded and set for broadcast withing 24 hours.
January 22, 2026
Festival trio to lead Belgian challenges
Guy Audenaert, Russell Gray and Richard Marshall will lead the competition challenges of Belgian National, European and World title contenders.
January 22, 2026
New Brighouse trom team ready for RNCM debut
The British Open champion will field their new trombone section at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival this weekend.
January 22, 2026
Marsden support from banding community
Musical and financial support has been forthcoming from the banding movement to help Marsden Silver Band recover from flood disaster.
January 22, 2026
Scottish Championship judges announced
The adjudication teams and schedule for the Scottish Championship in Perth in March have been confirmed.
January 22, 2026
Radio: Bandstand
A new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia each week.
January 22, 2026
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 14
More musings and entertainment from the Brighouse pairing for Chris and Tom...
January 22, 2026
Voigt brings the sound of the horn to new audiences
German tenor horn player Anabel Voigt is making her mark with recordings and performances.
January 21, 2026
4BR Wednesday interview with Clare Cope
4BR talks to the award winning composer ahead of the world premiere of his work, 'The Green Chapel' at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival in Manchester.
January 21, 2026
Final chord ahead for Adachi and Nailsworth
The successful six year partnership between Nailsworth Silver Band and Musical Director Anri Adachi will come to an end at the West of England Regional Championships.
January 21, 2026
80 bands line-up for Norwegian titles
There will be two days packed with musical action in Bergen next month at the Norwegian National Championships.
January 21, 2026
Regional erratas added
Bands have been reminded to keep an eye out for the list of errata on the 2026 Area test-pieces, as First Section amendment noted.
January 21, 2026
Cumbria Brass Network to meet in person
In a great new step, the Cumbria Brass Network will meet in person to help support its aims and ambitions — so please go along and and add to the progress already made.
January 21, 2026
Adjudicators host AGM with test-piece examinations
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators recently held its Annual General Meeting with training and examination of professional development and test-pieces on the agenda.
January 21, 2026
Cory look back and forward after awards night
Cory will head to the RNCM International Brass Band Festival after awards night celebrations.
January 21, 2026
Experienced brace adds to Haverhill strength
Two experienced performers add to the contest line-up of Haverhill Silver Band
January 21, 2026
New Composer Head at Purcell School
Dr Daniel Fardon has been appointed Head of Composition and Contemporary Music at The Purcell School.
January 21, 2026
Perrin on the rise with Crofton Silver
Gary Perrin hopes to lead Crofton Silver to success following his appointment as Musical Director of the Yorkshire band.
January 21, 2026
UniBrass draws the attractions
The draws and the entertainment before and after the results have been announced by the UniBrass Foundation for its championships in Newport next month.
January 21, 2026
Freckleton looks forward to top section return
A new MD and plenty of new signings holds promise for an exciting and successful year for the newly promoted North West band.
January 21, 2026
125th celebrations for Bradwell
Echoes of the past drive the future development of the band based in one of the UKs newest cities.
January 21, 2026
