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NYBBWales

Welsh youth set for trio of Harper led performances

The National Youth Brass Band of Wales and Philip Harper can be heard in Bangor, St David's and Newport in August.

May 21, 2026


4BR Reviw

4BR Review — Episode 18

Enjoy the latest debate about the banding world as Edward Gregson and Paul Hindmarsh air their opinions on banding's artistic vision.

May 21, 2026


Willebroek

Willebroek to show case major talents in Birmingham

A trio major compositions will be showcased by the current World and Belgian champions at the Elgar International Festival of Brass.

May 21, 2026


Dutch Open

Big bands and brass bands to provide entertainment at Dutch Open

There will be plenty of great entertainment on offer on stage at the Dutch Open next month.

May 21, 2026


Spring Festival

Feedback to bring significant changes to Spring Festival

The Mortimer family has responded to the feedback from the recent Spring Festival contests in Birmingham as concerns and complaints have been addressed.

May 20, 2026


UniBrass Band Camp

Time to sign up for Band Camp

If you want to enjoy the UniBrass Band Camp experience this year then there is still time to sign up.

May 19, 2026


Bradwell Silver

Bradwell to celebrate 125th anniversary with special premieres

Two newly commissioned works by composers Alan Fernie and Joe Galuszka will help Bradwell Silver Band celebrate its 125th anniversary this weekend.

May 19, 2026


nybbgb

75 youngsters to enjoy expert NYBBGB audition help

75 young players will enjoy expert tuition help at a trio of 'Ready to Shine' skills workshops later this month with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.

May 19, 2026


Silk Brass

Silk ties cut after 11 inspired years

The long standing musical partnership between Silk Brass and MD, Tony Wyatt has reached its last chord.

May 19, 2026


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: The Grand Union Waltz (Dr Liz Lane)

A gentle reminder of the wonderful waltz pace on board a narrow boat.

May 19, 2026


4BR

4BR Review — live on Wednesday night

Join Edward Gregson and Paul Hindmarsh to discuss how brass bands and what we do is perceived by the wider musical world, and what they believe must be done to reinvigorate our artistic vision.

May 19, 2026


Blaeanon

Results: 2026 SEWBBA Treforest Festival

Parc & Dare lead the way in Treforest with section wins for Markham & District, Penclawdd Brass and Gwaun Cae Gurwen and a great display of next generation talent.

May 19, 2026


Flowers

Parliamentary praise for Flowers

As they prepare for a busy brace of concert appearances, the achievements of the new European Champion have been noted in Parliament.

May 19, 2026


Felling Band

Report & Result: 2026 DCBBA Picnic in the Park

Felling provides the perfect picnic entertainment in Durham.

May 19, 2026


Brass in Concert

New adjudication system being considered for Brass in Concert

Adjudication rankings of equal value to be considered in potential revamp of judging at the Brass in Concert Championships later this year.

May 17, 2026


winter and Storheim

Norwegian brass band talent spotlighted for Maestro direction

Eline Storheim and Samuel Winter have been chosen to be part of a two year conducting course.

May 17, 2026


wobplay

New releases set for Wobplay

New CD releases from Black Dyke Band, Birmingham Citadel and Bone-afide alongside the Elgar International Festival will soon be able to be enjoyed on the digital platform.

May 17, 2026


Lostock

Tynan departs at Lostock Hall

The brief but successful musical partnership between Lostock Hall Band and conductor Tommy Tynan has come to an end.

May 17, 2026


radio

People are in tuning in for classical music

The latest quarterly RAJAR figures have just been released with over 6 million people enjoying classical music output each week.

May 16, 2026


bbw

Brass Band World: May issue out now

The latest issue of the magazine is now out — packed with a comprehensive look at the banding world.

May 16, 2026


Imogen Whitehead

Whitehead to premiere new flugel concerto

Imogen Whitehead will give the world premiere of a new flugel horn concerto by Gabriel Jackson as part of her residency at the Ryedale Festival this year.

May 16, 2026


Band Supplies

Brilliant finance deals from Band Supplies

If its a Sterling euphonium or a Smith Watkins cornet you are looking for this Summer then make sure you get in touch with Band Supplies.

May 16, 2026


Plumridge

Plumridge to become new principal cornet at Grimethorpe

Hannah Plumridge is to become the new principal cornet of Grimethorpe Colliery Band as she ends a decade with Cory on a personal high.

May 15, 2026


Time to Shine

Still time to shine with NYBBGB

There are still a few places to sign up in London, Manchester and Birmingham to help you with your audition skills — and its all free.

May 15, 2026


Elgar

Marzella-Wheeler to lead Elgar International Brass Band Winter School

The MD of the Brass in Concert champion will lead the delegates at this year's Elgar International Brass Band Winter School.

May 15, 2026




NYBBWales

Welsh youth set for trio of Harper led performances

May 21 • The National Youth Brass Band of Wales and Philip Harper can be heard in Bangor, St David's and Newport in August.


4BR Reviw

4BR Review — Episode 18

May 21 • Enjoy the latest debate about the banding world as Edward Gregson and Paul Hindmarsh air their opinions on banding's artistic vision.


Willebroek

Willebroek to show case major talents in Birmingham

May 21 • A trio major compositions will be showcased by the current World and Belgian champions at the Elgar International Festival of Brass.


Dutch Open

Big bands and brass bands to provide entertainment at Dutch Open

May 21 • There will be plenty of great entertainment on offer on stage at the Dutch Open next month.


Newstead Brass - Mansfield MVC - Brass and Voices

Sunday 24 May • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West,. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


The Hepworth Band - Brassband Burgermusik Luzern

Saturday 30 May • Dewsbury Minster, Vicarage Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 8DD


Fulham Brass Band - Summer Concert

Friday 5 June • St Dionis Church, Parsons Green SW6 4UH


Sherborne Town Band - Friends

Sunday 7 June • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


St John's Band (Mossley)

May 21 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a Bb and Eb Bass player (position negotiable). We rehearse Tuesday & Thursday evenings in Mossley.


St John's Band (Mossley)

May 21 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for SOLO CORNET players (position negotiable). We rehearse Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Mossley.


Regent Brass

May 20 • Regent Brass (Championship Section) seek a Bb Bass to join our friendly, musically ambitious Central London band. We enjoy a varied and balanced schedule of concerts and contests, and regularly premiere new music.


Andrew White

MA(Ed Man), B Ed (Hons), BBCM, ADNCB, PGCE, Cert Ed
Conductor, Arranger, Adjudicator & Educationist


               

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