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March Edition of Brass Band World magazine out now

The latest edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out — packed with interviews, articles, reviews and news...

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  The latest edition of the magazine is now out

The latest edition of Brass Band World magazine is now out, packed with musical interest and debate to enjoy.

Enjoy


It is available in traditional print or digital format.

To find out more go to:
https://www.brassbandworld.co.uk/

THE BBW INTERVIEW

David Childs catch up with conductor John Wilson, who reflects on his brass band beginnings, his journey to the podium, and an extraordinary recent return to the contest stage with Zone One Brass.

TRIBUTE: FORCE OF NATURE

The passing of John Wallace CBE marked a profound loss for the brass band movement and the wider musical world. Lisa Fitzgerald-Lombard reflects on the life and legacy.

100 YEARS OF HOROVITZ'S LEGACY

In the centenary year of Joseph Horovitz's birth, Tim Mutum explores the small, but significant contribution the composer made to the brass band repertoire.

YOUNG COMPOSER Q&A

Young Voice Rising: At just 18, composer and trumpeter, Tamsin Crook, is already attracting international attention with music performed at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival and beyond.

BBW CASTAWAY

The trumpet player Mike Lovatt shares stories from his starry musical career as he casts off for 'BBW's desert island with his top-eight life tracks.

BBW CENTRE BAND

Could Brass Band Willebroek's latest CD, 'European 25', prove prophetic for the band winning two 'Europeans' in a row?

NEWS

The National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain has released the test-pieces for the 2026 Section Finals.

REGIONAL BATTLEGROUND

From Perth to Stevenage bands compete for coveted places in the autumn National Finals..

BANDING SPIRIT

Lisa Fitzgerald-Lombard discovers pioneering individuals and bands that are pushing boundaries and forging new, inspirational pathways.

REVIEWS

The latest recordings from percussionist, Yasukaki Fukuhara with Black Dyke Band, Brass Band Willebroek, and Raquel Samayoa; the RNCM International Brass Band Festival with Chief Contributor, Christopher Thomas; Malcolm Wood's concert salute to Jimmy Leggat; and why Ev-entz is the 'go-to'.

EVENTS GUIDE: TIME TO BOOK UP 2026

As travel from west to east worldwide becomes more uncertain and expensive, there's plenty to enjoy in the UK and continent.

DIARY DATES

What's on in April, and May.

AND ANOTHER THING...


Rob Nesbitt finds his soap box... again.

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British Open

British Open ticket sale date announced

May 22 • The general sale of tickets for the 172nd British Open Championships will open on Friday 29th May.


NYBBGB

New Horizons repeat for NYBBGB on You Tube

May 22 • The concert given by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain featuring the world premiere of 'Victoria Wood: A Laugh Less Ordinary' is now available to enjoy on You Tube.


Wantage

One out of three for Wantage

May 22 • The Welsh Open champion is enjoying the challenge of reaching out to new audiences.


Pershore

Full day of brass entertainment at Pershore

May 22 • The Pershore Midsummer Brass Festival takes place on July 4th.


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


Fulham Brass Band - Summer Concert

Friday 5 June • St Dionis Church, Parsons Green SW6 4UH


Sherborne Town Band - Friends

Sunday 7 June • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


St John's Band (Mossley)

May 21 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a Bb and Eb Bass player (position negotiable). We rehearse Tuesday & Thursday evenings in Mossley.


St John's Band (Mossley)

May 21 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for SOLO CORNET players (position negotiable). We rehearse Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Mossley.


Silk Brass

May 21 • Musical Director. Silk Brass are looking to recruit a suitably experienced person to take on this challenging and exciting position.


Jonathan Pippen


Conductor, Adjudicator, Trombone Soloist & Clinician


               

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