Two new releases to enjoy from World of Brass

October 7 • The Regionals CD and a major new release from British Open inners Foden's are now available from World of Brass and wobplay.

University of Nottingham ends undergraduate music degree course

October 7 • A change in student demand, delivery costs and competition from other institutions is said to be behind the decision to axe music degree course at the University of Nottingham.

Scottish Festival of Brass adjudicators announced

October 7 • The judges that will make the decision at the Scottish Open, Scottish Challenge and Scottish Youth Championships have been announced.

Fountain and Moore to showcase Langford Rhapsodies for free

October 7 • The virtuoso soloists will join Fulham Band at Regent Hall to showcase the Gordon Langford rhapsodies

Widdop takes baton at Eagley

October 7 • The experienced Alan Widdop takes the helm at Eagley Band

BrookWright Music: Expectans Expectavi (Charles Wood trans. Jonathan Corry)

October 7 • An emotive choral anthem for those lost in battle.

Wright & Round: Rhapsody in Blonde (arr. Philip Harper)

October 7 • A perfect bit of Gershwin inspired jazz flugel for any concert programme...

Report & Result: 2026 National Championship of Great Britain

October 3 • Cory returns on the road to victory as Philip Harper's band reclaims National title honours at the Royal Albert Hall.

4BR Review - Episode 22

October 2 • A preview of the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall and the issues that arise...

4BR Review - Episode 21

September 11 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas look forward to the 172nd British Open Championship in Birmingham.

4BR Review - Episode 20

July 23 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas are joined by Steven Mead to discuss the recent World Championships in Kerkrade as well as the opportunities that lie ahead for bands - starting with Black Dyke Band at The BBC Proms.

Remembering Trevor Austin

June 24 • A year ago today, Trevor Austin, the widely admired and respected founder of Rosehill Instruments passed away aged 94. In his eulogy, his younger son, Paul, shared his fondest memories of working with his father - a man who touched many musical lives.

LP review: The Unicorns

September 1 • A reminder of a true innovative banding spirit that flourished in Sweden with Solna Brass.

CD review: The Devil's Virtuosity

August 27 • Mauro Martins ensures he remains in musical control of his Faustian pact with Devilish excess.

Concert: National Youth Brass Band of Wales

August 25 • The Welsh nation should be hearing more about the benefits of one of its flagship youth arts ensembles.

Regent Hall Concerts - Thundersley Brass Band

Tuesday 6 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - Parlour Brass

Friday 9 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - Chiswick Jazz Orchestra

Friday 9 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Brass

Saturday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Autumn Concert

Saturday 10 October • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB

Rushden Town Band

October 6 • Bb bass - Following the relocation of our previous player, a Bb bass position has become available.

Rushden Town Band

October 6 • A tenor trombone position has become vacant following the relocation of the previous player.

Alder Valley Brass

October 6 • Seeking a Bb Bass player to join our friendly ambitious second section band under the direction of new MD Oliver Halstead - Brooks. Featuring a good variety of concerts and contests. . We rehearse each Monday and Thursday 8pm to 10pm in Farnham Surrey

David W. Ashworth

RSCM, ABBA Exec Member, NABBC PRO.
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator