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May 19
Join Edward Gregson and Paul Hindmarsh to discuss how brass bands and what we do is perceived by the wider musical world, and what they believe must be done to reinvigorate our artistic vision.


UniBrass Band Camp

Time to sign up for Band Camp

May 19 • If you want to enjoy the UniBrass Band Camp experience this year then there is still time to sign up.


Bradwell Silver

Bradwell to celebrate 125th anniversary with special premieres

May 19 • Two newly commissioned works by composers Alan Ferne and Joe Galuska will help Bradwell Silver Band celebrate its 125th anniversary this weekend.


nybbgb

75 youngsters to enjoy expert NYBBGB audition help

May 19 • 75 young players will enjoy expert tuition help at a trio of 'Ready to Shine' skills workshops later this month with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.


Silk Brass

Silk ties cut after 11 inspired years

May 19 • The long standing musical partnership between Silk Brass and MD, Tony Wyatt has reached its last chord.


Wright & Round: The Grand Union Waltz (Dr Liz Lane)

May 19 • A gentle reminder of the wonderful waltz pace on board a narrow boat.


Results: 2026 SEWBBA Treforest Festival

May 19 • Parc & Dare lead the way in Treforest with section wins for Markham & District, Penclawdd Brass and Gwaun Cae Gurwen and a great display of next generation talent.


Parliamentary praise for Flowers

May 19 • As they prepare for a busy brace of concert appearances, the achievements of the new European Champion have been noted in Parliament.


Report & Result: 2026 DCBBA Picnic in the Park

May 19 • Felling provides the perfect picnic entertainment in Durham.


4BR Review - Episode 17

4BR Review - Episode 17

May 11 • Iwan and Chris look at the wider contest issues that have arisen from the recent European Championships in Linz and Spring Festival in Birmingham.


4BR Review - Episode 16

4BR Review - Episode 16

February 26 • Iwan and Chris look forward to the 2026 Regional Championships - the issues, music and tips for victory...


4BR Review - Episode 15

4BR Review - Episode 15

February 1 • Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas look back at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival as well as forward to the Norwegian Nationals and more...


4BR Review - Episode 14

4BR Review - Episode 14

January 16 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox is joined by Chris Thomas and special guest Dr David Thornton to preview the 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival in Manchester.


Opinion debate: The luck of the draw or data driven evidence?

Opinion debate: The luck of the draw or data driven evidence?

May 18 • Is it a myth that the winning of a contest can in part be down to the luck of the draw, or does new research add statistical substance to back up the belief?

Kathleen Gaspoz has been drilling into the stats to back her opinion.


2026 European Brass Band Championships: Test piece reviews

April 23 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox takes a closer look at the set-works to be played this weekend from Thomas Doss, Andreas Ziegelback, Otto M Schwarz and Thomas Murauer.


2026 European Brass Band Championships: Own choice selections

April 21 • 4BR finds out more about the own-choice works to be performed by the bands in the Championship and Challenge Sections in Linz.


2026 European Brass Band Championships: Welcome to Linz

April 20 • Increased size and wider vision underpins EBBA's ethos behind its flagship event — but concerns about the direction of future travel remain...

Concert: Women in Brass Australasia

May 18 • A memorable evening of excellence, community and mentorship led by the inspirational Sheona White.


Concert: RNCM Tribute to Elgar Howarth

May 15 • A fine reminder of a musical polymath who linked brass bands to the wider musical world.


Concert: National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain

April 20 • There was nothing ordinary about the spirit of fun and fearlessness on display by the talented youngsters of the NYBBGB in Manchester.


# Band Points
1Eikanger-Bjørsvik971.10
2Brighouse and Rastrick860.34
3Brass Band Treize Etoiles822.07
4Cory791.88
5Foden's711.59
6Flowers586.54
7Black Dyke547.59
8Brass Band Willebroek517.67
9Valaisia Brass Band471.82
10the cooperation band469.21

Harlow Brass Band - SPRING CONCERT - AN ANIMATION SENSATION

Saturday 16 May • St Andrew's Methodist Church. The Stow. Harlow. CM20 3AF


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 17 May • Dorchester- Park Bandstand DT1 1RG


Newstead Brass - Mansfield MVC - Brass and Voices

Sunday 24 May • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West,. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


The Hepworth Band - Brassband Burgermusik Luzern

Saturday 30 May • Dewsbury Minster, Vicarage Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 8DD


wantage silver band

May 19 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) are looking for a BACK ROW CORNET player to complete the band. As current Welsh Open Champions and being placed third in Stevenage, it's an exciting time to join the band with a fantastic schedule of concerts coming up.


Harrogate Band

May 19 • We are looking for a front row and a back row cornet player to complete our team. Interesting mix of engagements and contests. Rehearsals Wednesday 8pm at our own bandroom located next to Hornbeam Park train station. Great transport links


Cambrian Brass

May 16 • We're always happy to hear from anyone interested in joining a friendly and supportive band, whether you're returning to banding or looking for a new challenge.


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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