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4BR review

4BR Review podcast — National Final retrospective

Join the live podcast on Wednesday evening to look back at a memorable Albert Hall contest.

October 14, 2025


National Band of New Zealand

New Zealand names 2026 brass band All Blacks

The players who will represent the nation as their National Band have been announced.

October 14, 2025


Coleridge

Besses help mark Coleridge-Taylor anniversary

Besses o' th' Barn Band has helped to provide a timely celebration of the life and music of the pioneering composer black composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor.

October 14, 2025


BrookWright Music

BrookWright Music: Christmas for Two

Christmas for Two — 70 Traditional Christmas Songs & Carols for two alike instruments

October 14, 2025


UniBrass

UniBrass Cardiff heads to Newport

The 2026 UniBrass Championships of Great Britain hosted by Cardiff University will be held just down the M4 in Newport.

October 14, 2025


Leeds Best of Brass

Foden's to kick-off new Leeds Best of Brass series

Foden's will be the first of eight leading bands entertaining audiences as part of the new Leeds Best of Brass series.

October 14, 2025


Prelude on Ellers

New Ellers arrangement helps raise funds for Cancer Research

A wonderful musical idea has turned into an even better musical fund raiser.

October 14, 2025


Chalford Band

Death of Gareth Chappell

4BR has been informed of the death of the popular Chalford Band player and supporter Gareth Chappell.

October 14, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass and military band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge with a hint of the Munich OktoberFest...

October 14, 2025


Desford Colliery

Report & Result: 2025 National Championship of Great Britain

Desford surprise the favourites to claim a fifth National title success on a day of new memories at the Royal Albert Hall.

October 12, 2025


ISB and Fodens

Friday night Gregson spotlights

You will be spoilt for a Gregson choice between the ISB and Ian Bousfield and Foden's and Mike Lovatt if you are in London this evening.

October 10, 2025


World of Brass

Make sure you pick up the latest releases at the Albert Hall

The World of Brass trade stand will be packed with musical goodies — from the study score of 'Symphony in Two Movements' to the latest releases from Cory, Tredegar, Brett Baker and the ISB.

October 10, 2025


Edward Gregson

The composer's viewpoint

Edward Gregson talks about 'Symphony in Two Movements' to Dr Robert Childs — as well as previewing it on Radio 3 before the contest day itself.

October 10, 2025


Swiss

What's your National knowledge like?

The Swiss brass band website 'Brass Band News' is testing your knowledge of the winners of the National Championship title to see how many you can name in the right years since 1900.

October 10, 2025


4BR Preview

Review the 4BR Review — Episode 9

You can enjoy the 4BR preview of the 2025 National Championships as well as the spotlight on the latest CD releases — all on repeat.

October 10, 2025


Brassed Off

Grimethorpe set for Albert Hall hat-trick triumph

Grimethorpe Colliery Band is set to pack out the Royal Albert Hall next October with a special 30th anniversary live screening of their most famous alter ego National triumph.

October 10, 2025


aLBERT

Nothing pointless about National winners...

In a strange quirk of coincidence, the National Championship knowledge of the general public came under quiz scrutiny just days before the event...

October 10, 2025


Brabbins

Brabbins in Kensington

The orchestral conductor didn't want to miss the chance to connect with the brass band movement in Adelaide — with a visit to conduct the Kensington & Norwood Band in rehearsal.

October 10, 2025


Running shoes

Bright set for half marathon challenge

Stamford Brass conductor Julian Bright will be pounding the roads at the Great Eastern Half Marathon to raise funds for two causes close to his heart.

October 10, 2025


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 16

More from the podcast with a North Wales banding accent.

October 10, 2025


Black Dyke Band

Marshall leads with Evo

The Black Dyke principal cornet player will lead Black Dyke Band's National title challenge on his new Oldroyd Evo cornet.

October 09, 2025


NYBBWales

Closing date looms for National Youth Brass Band of Wales auditions

Young Welsh players who wish to represent their brass banding nation still have time to book an audition date.

October 09, 2025


Besses

Besses welcome new principal cornet

Danny Riley has become the new principal cornet at Besses o' th' Barn Band.

October 09, 2025


Mining

Blidworth to help celebrate proud mining heritage

The sound of a brass band will return to the site of the former Clipstone Colliery as Blidworth Welfare Band helps celebrate a proud mining heritage.

October 09, 2025


BBW

Brass Band World magazine: October edition

The latest edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out — and it is packed with interviews, views, opinions and retrospectives — including a preview of this weekend's action at the Royal Albert Hall.

October 09, 2025




4BR review

4BR Review podcast — National Final retrospective

October 14 • Join the live podcast on Wednesday evening to look back at a memorable Albert Hall contest.


National Band of New Zealand

New Zealand names 2026 brass band All Blacks

October 14 • The players who will represent the nation as their National Band have been announced.


Coleridge

Besses help mark Coleridge-Taylor anniversary

October 14 • Besses o' th' Barn Band has helped to provide a timely celebration of the life and music of the pioneering composer black composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor.


BrookWright Music

BrookWright Music: Christmas for Two

October 14 • Christmas for Two — 70 Traditional Christmas Songs & Carols for two alike instruments


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 14 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Berkeley Brass

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Wigfield Brass Quintet

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Brass

Friday 17 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Brass - Brett Baker

Friday 17 October • The Salvation Army (Regent Hall), 275 Oxford Street, London WC1 2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band

October 13 • Currently 3rd Section National Champions and subsequent promotion to SECOND SECTION in 2026, we aim to add another PERCUSSIONIST to our award winning section. Dynamic all rounder preferred. You will love it here! Great rehearsals, gigs and socials!


Dobcross Silver Band

October 13 • Current 3rd Section National Champions and pending promotion to 2ND SECTION. We require the services of a competent PRINCIPAL CORNET PLAYER. Great opportunity for someone to show their skills and leadership qualities! Enjoyable events and socials!. Contact


Stretford Band

October 11 • Stretford Band (Manchester) has a terrific new MD. Now it needs you! We need bass, trombone and percussion but will welcome anyone who wants to play popular music without the stress of competing. Any ability any age.. Hope to see you soon.


Michael Bennett

BSc, RNCM (Perf)
Performer, Composer, Arranger, Teacher


               

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