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British Open

British Open live-stream

The 2026 British Open Championship will be live-streamed around the banding globe — so make sure you don't miss a note of the action.

August 24, 2026


Jeju

Result: 2026 Jeju International Brass & Percussion Competition

French euphonium player Tewinn Spiess claims the bi-annual Jeju International Euphonium title.

August 24, 2026


New South Wales

Results: 2026 New South Wales State Championships

Willoughby City Band regains the State title with section wins for Warringah Concert Brass, Newcastle PCYC Band, Waratah Brass Academy, Willoughby Youth Brass and Warringah Youth Brass.

August 24, 2026


NYBBGB

National Youth ambassadors find new audience in lost oasis

The 40 strong Ambassador Band of the NYBBGB entertained the crowds in a lost oasis in the heart of London.

August 24, 2026


Bandamonium

Yorkshire gets ready for Bandamonium

Eight bands will provide plenty of great entertainment for brass band and cycling fans next month as six venues host Bandamonium performances.

August 24, 2026


Skunkworks

Skunkworks adds to outreach initiatives

New initiatives in place to help strengthen community banding in Australia.

August 24, 2026


Piper

The Piper's Farewell...

A new arrangement of a famous work brings together the unique sounds of bagpipes and brass...

August 24, 2026


New Zealand

Ambition and resources highlighted in latest NZ Mouthpiece round up

BBANZ President John Sulllivan highlights the importance of ambition being balanced by resources as long term investment and achievements are marked in latest Mouthpiece publication.

August 24, 2026


Close Shave

KNDS Fairey look forward to A Close Shave with Wallace & Gromit

A special double bill of Wallace & Gromit films plus extras will be heard in a very special concert in London in November.

August 22, 2026


Touch of Brass

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.

August 22, 2026


New South Wales

Live stream coverage of 130th New South Wales State Championships

Tim Kelly is bringing all the action from Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre.

August 22, 2026


Foden's Youth Band

Foden's Youth Band set to carry on 15th season of player development

Registration is now open to be part of the 2026/27 Foden's Youth Band.

August 22, 2026


Fairlop Brass

Fairlop enjoy Westminster Abbey concert

Fairlop Brass gained new banding interest on their recent concert appearance at Westminster Abbey

August 22, 2026


Capstaff

Enderby's new focus in musical direction

Jack Capstaff will lead a new focus in musical direction at Enderby Band.

August 22, 2026


British Open

Adjudication panel announced for British Open

Martyn Brabbins, Arsene Duc and David Hirst are the judges to impress at this year's British Open Championship.

August 21, 2026


wales

Welsh Youth set for Orbital weekend concert trips

The National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be heard in concert in the north, west and east of the nation this weekend.

August 21, 2026


Howard Snell

Eikanger to honour Snell

A 40 year association build on musical friendship will be celebrated in Bergen next month as Eikanger Bjorsvik honours Howard Snell.

August 20, 2026


jENA

Basic skills help players flourish in Germany

Over 50 players of different abilities have benefitted from attending the seventh International Summer Brass Band Camp (ISBBC), organised by the Jena Brass Band Competence Centre.

August 20, 2026


Carousel

Carousel additions to enjoy...

4BR has added a new sextet of products to its homepage Carousel — so you can just click and find out more, direct from the seller.

August 19, 2026


wright and round

Wright & Round: The Circle of Life (Elton John & Tim Rice arr. Philip Harper)

One of the great Disney songs brought to 'life' by Philip Harper.

August 19, 2026


Vertommen

Vertommen takes on new role in Leuven

Dr. Luc Vertommen becomes the new Head of Band Conducting at Luca School of Arts in Leuven.

August 19, 2026


Hinnerup

Rising Stars celebrate 10th anniversary in Hinnerup

The 10th anniversary of the Hinnerup Gardens Summer School has just been celebrated in Denmark.

August 19, 2026


Buckley

The Wynne winning formula celebrated by Royal Buckley

John Wynne's 60 years of outstanding commitment and dedication to Royal Buckley Band has been marked by the band.

August 19, 2026


Andy Hunter

Hunter takes baton at Spennymoor

Andy Hunter is the new MD at Spennymoor Town Band.

August 19, 2026


BBC proms

Black Dyke Proms broadcast on Radio 2

You can enjoy Black Dyke Band's BBC Proms performance on Radio 2 this evening.

August 16, 2026




British Open

British Open live-stream

August 24 • The 2026 British Open Championship will be live-streamed around the banding globe — so make sure you don't miss a note of the action.


Jeju

Result: 2026 Jeju International Brass & Percussion Competition

August 24 • French euphonium player Tewinn Spiess claims the bi-annual Jeju International Euphonium title.


New South Wales

Results: 2026 New South Wales State Championships

August 24 • Willoughby City Band regains the State title with section wins for Warringah Concert Brass, Newcastle PCYC Band, Waratah Brass Academy, Willoughby Youth Brass and Warringah Youth Brass.


NYBBGB

National Youth ambassadors find new audience in lost oasis

August 24 • The 40 strong Ambassador Band of the NYBBGB entertained the crowds in a lost oasis in the heart of London.


Regent Hall Concerts - Cross Bones Trombone Quintet

Friday 21 August • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 23 August • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Wantage Silver Band

August 22 • Wantage Concert Brass (1st Section) are looking for a SOLO HORN and PERCUSSIONIST. Under the direction of our dynamic and inspiring MD Daniel Hall. This year we achieved 3rd at the L&SC regionals. We rehearse Tue & Fri 7:30pm- 9:30pm in our own bandhall


Ashington Colliery Band

August 20 • Front Row Cornet & Tenor Trombone. We're a friendly, ambitious Second Section band based in South East Northumberland just north of Blyth. We rehearse Tuesdays & Thursdays, 19:30-21:30, and transport can be provided depending on location.


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band

August 18 • Putney and Wimbledon Band are looking for a percussionist, ideally tune although the ability to play an anvil is an absolute must! We play exciting music with lots of percussion so there's plenty to keep you occupied.


David A. Stowell


Conductor and composer


               

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