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London & SC Area line-ups confirmed
The line-up of bands, conductors, judges and schedule are confirmed for the 2026 London & Southern Counties Area Championships in Stevenage next month.
February 21, 2026
Wallace spirit maintains free music demands on Scottish politicians
A Music Manifesto for Scotland published by the Music Education Partnership Group aims to keep the commitment to free music tuition at the forefront of future political commitments.
February 21, 2026
Welsh contest season set for entertaining opener
There will be a packed day of music making on show in Newport on Sunday as the contesting season in Wales kicks-off with a cross border entertainment battle.
February 21, 2026
Success at the Areas? Then make sure you call rooms4groups
If you claim a qualification place for Cheltenham or London over the next few weeks, then make sure you get in touch with the hotel specialists for your National Final needs.
February 21, 2026
4BR Thursday interview with Les Neish
We speak to the Besson artist as he prepares to take the baton for the first rehearsal meeting of the National Youth Brass Band of Northern Ireland.
February 19, 2026
Linz European line-ups confirmed
30 bands will take to the stage at the Brucknerhaus in Linz to try and claim the various European titles on offer.
February 18, 2026
New website for National Championships
A new website will bring you all you need to know about the National Championships of Great Britain.
February 18, 2026
Ward takes baton for Friary Area challenge
John Ward returns to the conducting rostrum in Stevenage to lead former champion Friary Brass in their Area challenge.
February 18, 2026
BrookWright Music: Fanfares and Proclamations (Steven Ponsford)
A fantastic concert opener from the pen of Steven Ponsford.
February 18, 2026
Tredegar to pay musical tribute to Buckley family
The musical lives of Brian and Richard Buckley is to be celebrated in a special concert undertaken by Welsh champion Tredegar.
February 18, 2026
Snell makes honorary return to Foden's
One of the iconic figures in Foden's Band history has become a Honorary Vice President.
February 18, 2026
Black Dyke Band set for Pudsey showcase
The Yorkshire champion will head to Pudsey as part of the Leeds 'Best of Brass' series.
February 18, 2026
Imps look for a helping hand...
Yorkshire Imperial is looking for a new signing or two — but you don't have to be able to play an instrument.
February 18, 2026
Conclusion ahead to Renshaw and Hade Edge link
The musical partnership between Derek Renshaw and Hade Edge Band will come to an amicable end at the Yorkshire Regional Championships.
February 18, 2026
Radio: Bandstand
More great music from the new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia.
February 18, 2026
Progress and challenges reported at BBE AGM
The recent Annual General Meeting of Brass Bands England saw reports of consolidation and progress as well as resetting and rebuilding.
February 16, 2026
Wright & Round: Castell Beaumaris (Andy Wareham)
A new homage addition to the iconic castle marches of the great T.J. Powell from the pen of Andy Wareham.
February 16, 2026
New conducting talent supported in Rome
The Italian Brass Band continues to help support its emerging brass band culture with its masterclass conducting series.
February 16, 2026
Royal College of Music offers weekend of Youth Brass tuition
The RCM Youth Brass weekend will offer youngsters an invaluable opportunity of practical workshops and coaching this April.
February 15, 2026
Ellerby and Harper to lead on-line test-piece workshop
Composers Martin Ellerby and Philip Harper will take the opportunity to talk about their Championship and Second Section set-works in a special free on-line workshop.
February 15, 2026
Echoes impact for Tine Thing Helseth
The latest solo CD from trumpet star Tine Thing Helseth has been nominated for the Norwegian equivalent of a Grammy Award.
February 15, 2026
Results: 2026 UniBrass Championships
The University of Birmingham Music Society successfully defends the UniBrass Trophy as the University of Nottingham claims a first UniBrass Shield title.
February 15, 2026
Iles and Mortimer Medal honours for Thornton and Raisbeck
David Thornton and Ian Raisbeck are the recipients of the 2026 Iles Medal and Mortimer Medal.
February 14, 2026
Brass Band Day at RBC
Spend Valentine's Day exploring your love of brass at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire — alongside Thomas Fountain, Ian Porthouse, Eric Ball and Gordon Langford.
February 13, 2026
BBC Radio 3 to feature RNCM Festival highlights
Performances from Black Dyke, Foden's and Cory are to be featured on BBC Radio 3.
February 13, 2026
