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Dutch Youth shine under Antrobus and Hutchinson
The second Dutch National Youth Band course was a great success under the direction of its inspiring musical leaders.
August 23, 2025
Bandamonium set for Yorkshire
After the success of its fourth edition in Devon the fantastic community extravaganza is set to take place in Yorkshire in September.
August 23, 2025
BrookWright Music: O Little One Sweet (J.S Bach arr. Andrew Wainwright)
Bring a classy touch of Bach to your concert programmes with this charming little lullaby carol.
August 23, 2025
New MD and player influx at Skelmersdale
They have been packing the ranks and the rostrum at Skelmersdale Band.
August 23, 2025
Limerick Festival of Brass set for 2026.
Besson stars Owen Farr and Les Neish will take the lead for the 2026 Limerick Brass Festival.
August 23, 2025
Richards takes helm at Northop Silver
Ryan Richards becomes the new MD of Northop Silver Band.
August 23, 2025
Wallace and coop to make the invisible visible
The Wallace Collection and the cooperation band will the music of Giovani Gabrieli come to life in Edinburgh this weekend.
August 23, 2025
Youth entries open for Scottish Festival of Brass
There is a great opportunity for bands to showcase their youthful talent at the Scottish Youth Brass Band Championships in November.
August 23, 2025
Black Dyke make collaborative link with Oldroyd Instruments
The Queensbury Band announces partnership with instrument maker.
August 22, 2025
Welsh Youth ready to shine on tour
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be heard on tour in Wrexham, Aberystwyth and Newport over the next three days.
August 21, 2025
Join the 4BR conversation tonight
Episode 6 of the 4BR Review podcast will be broadcast live on YouTube this evening (Wednesday 20th August) at 7.00pm — and we want to hear from you.
August 20, 2025
Judges announced for Brass in Concert
The panel of judges who will make the decisions at the Brass in Concert and Youth Brass in Concert Championships have been revealed.
August 20, 2025
When the Police come calling...
There was a wonderful musical visit to an old friend made by the members of the South Yorkshire Police Band.
August 19, 2025
Price to lead UniBrass scratch band
Andrea Price is to lead a great get together day of student brass band music making.
August 19, 2025
Saynor ends tuba tenure at Black Dyke Band
Gavin Saynor makes the reluctant decision to bring his six year tuba tenure at the Yorkshire champion to an end.
August 18, 2025
Belfast SA hosts latest Come and Play invitation
Belfast Temple Salvation Army Band has announced that it will host its latest 'Come and Play' event next month.
August 18, 2025
17 bands line up for Troon entertainment
There will be a packed day of brass band contesting in Troon later this month.
August 18, 2025
Lane to lead adjudication of UniBrass Composition Competition
Composer Liz Lane will be joined by Lucy Green and Christian Goodwin to judge entries for the 2026 UniBrass Composition Competition.
August 18, 2025
Yamaha helps with Border judgement
The Scottish Borders Brass Band Association has announced that Yamaha will help support adjudication costs for its contest.
August 18, 2025
Podcast: Brass Unpacked
A different look at some of the most well known major test-pieces...
August 18, 2025
Shipston pride at National Youth principals
Alec Banner and Alex Jeffrey are the latest Shipston Town Band youngsters to make their mark on the National Youth Band stage.
August 18, 2025
BrookWright Music: Creole Fanfare — Overture for New Orleans (Alon Nechushtan)
A super brass quintet that will bring something a little different in more ways than one to any programme.
August 18, 2025
Young baritone star shines on Children's course
Neythen Powell-Jones enjoyed his best course so far in his growing musical journey.
August 18, 2025
Radio: Touch of Brass
More brass band music from the Brunel Brass organisation to enjoy with Martin and Julie this week and much, much more...
August 18, 2025
Endorsement and reservations from UKLBF to automatic National invitations
The UK Leading Bands Forum has welcomed the return of the four band automatic invitation to Albert Hall Final — but with pointed reservations.
August 13, 2025
