News / Latest
World Championships to be streamed
It has been announced that the brass band events at the World Championships in Kerkrade will be live-streamed.
June 19, 2026
New arrivals and progression at Broxburn
New signings and great progress has been made with players coming to Broxburn & Livingston Band
June 19, 2026
Future foundations now in place for Rivington & Adlington
The North West band has taken a huge step forward in securing its base for its musical future.
June 19, 2026
Invest in Gold...
Players have enjoyed dividend payment over many years from their investment in gold for their mouthpieces.
June 19, 2026
BrookWright Music: Peter and the Wolf (Prokofiev arr. Duncan Wilson)
Have the wolf at the concert door with this wonderful audience friendly arrangement of the Prokofiev classic.
June 19, 2026
Red Admiral Hymn & March Contest to be live-streamed on NXTOD
You will be able to enjoy the popular hymn and march contest from the comfort of your home, at work, on on your travels...
June 19, 2026
No vote for change as Dutch hit 40 mark for Nationals
40 bands will head to Utrecht for the Dutch National Championships after the top section bands vote to remain musically the same.
June 19, 2026
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 34
The latest episode of the banding podcast with a North Walian accent.
June 19, 2026
Podcast: Brassettes — Episodes 7 & 8
Join presenter Joanne Behan for two new interviews with inspiring women in the banding world as the new series returns.
June 19, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
Lots more great music to enjoy with presenters Martin and Julie.
June 19, 2026
MPs vote against Albert Hall ticket proposals
A Private Members Bill to amend the constitution of the charity that runs the Royal Albert Hall and its long held ticketing policy has been defeated in Parliament amid accusations of "outrageous profiteering".
June 16, 2026
4BR Review: Episode 19
Join Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas on Wednesday 17th June at 7.00pm for the latest live broadcast 4BR Review.
June 15, 2026
Result: 2026 Wetherby March & Hymn Tune
Thoresby Colliery takes 'The Drovers' march and hymn tune honours in Wetherby.
June 15, 2026
Result: 2026 East Midlands March & Hymn Tune Contest
Newstead Brass lead the march and hymn way to victory at a sunny Harborough.
June 15, 2026
Withington bows out with a Russian flourish
The musical partnership between Allan Withington and Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band came to an end in France with a memorable musical flourish.
June 15, 2026
Dedicated Childs services marked by Black Dyke Band
The recent Black Dyke Brass Festival marked the retirement of administrator Alison Childs.
June 15, 2026
The Brass Band Hall of Fame gets published
Brass band historian Tim Mutum's new book provides essential portraits of nearly 140 brass band conductors, players and personalities.
June 14, 2026
Result: 2026 Dutch Open
Local favourites Provinciale Brassband Groningen reclaims the Dutch Open title on a day of double delight.
June 14, 2026
Dr Martin postpones contest until 2027
The Dr Martin Wainstones Cup Contest has been postponed this year, but will return with a date already fixed for 2027.
June 14, 2026
Entries now open for SWBBA Contest in Torquay
The popular own choice event takes place in November — and entries are now open.
June 14, 2026
Cory keep quiet about latest partnership link...
The Welsh champion has linked up to become an endorsee of the sshhmute brand.
June 14, 2026
Wee Tooners set to provide Langholm with next generation of players
A new initiative by Langholm Band in Scotland is hoping to provide a new stream of playing talent — young and a bit older...
June 14, 2026
BrookWright Music: Rondo from Mozart Bassoon Concerto (Mozart arr. Jack Lythaby)
Bring a touch of classical Mozart to your concert.
June 14, 2026
Mr Carson returns to lead Melton
The actor behind two iconic film figures took to the baton with Melton Band...
June 14, 2026
