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Foden's regional reach out for 2026
If you want some of the Foden's Area Championship winning formula to rub off on you, then why not sign up for some early test-piece prep.
September 17, 2025
Brighouse principal is lead off for Banding Together
In a new PR profile initiative for the event, Tom Smith talks about his link to the National Championships at the Royal Albert Hall.
September 17, 2025
Concerto test for Norwegian elite
Flavours of Rumba, Ravel and riotous ostriches courtesy of Derek Bourgeois will test the Elite Division contenders at the 2026 Norwegian National Championships.
September 17, 2025
2026 Regional Championship test-piece announced
Works by Martin Ellerby, Andrew Wainwright, Philip Harper, Gordon Langford and Eric Ball will test bands in their qualification bids for the Albert Hall and Cheltenham next year.
September 17, 2025
Report & Result: 2025 BrassFest Enniskillen
1st Old Boys lead the way in Enniskillen as new event proves to be a huge hit with local listeners.
September 17, 2025
Eccles takes final bow at Brighouse
Mike Eccles ends his Brighouse & Rastrick flugel tenure on a high after British Open victory.
September 17, 2025
Radio: Touch of Brass
More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge with a flavour of the National Finals at Cheltenham.
September 17, 2025
Flowers stars to inspire next generation
The Oxfordshire & District Brass Bands Association will host a special youth workshop with members of Flowers Band — so get along.
September 16, 2025
Balsom return to Royston gains BBC coverage
Award winning trumpeter recently returned to her brass banding roots as she prepared for her final concert appearance at the Last Night of the Proms.
September 16, 2025
Live stream for Red Admiral watching
If you can't make it to the Red Admiral Entertainment contest later this month you can sit back an enjoy it at home instead.
September 16, 2025
Brass Band Podcast Season 2: The Next Generation
The second season of BBE's popular podcast series returns exploring the themes of the future of brass bands, leadership, and music-making.
September 16, 2025
Muriel Newsome funeral details announced
The funeral of Muriel Newsome will take place on 24th September.
September 16, 2025
Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Third Section
Dobcross Silver strikes royal gold as they claim the Third Section honours.
September 14, 2025
Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Fourth Section
The Fourth Section National title heads to Scotland with Arbroath & Carnoustie.
September 14, 2025
Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — First Section
Unite the Union claims 'Checkmate' over their rivals to claim the First Section National title.
September 13, 2025
Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Second Section
South Yorkshire Police claim the first title of the Cheltenham weekend.
September 13, 2025
Band Supplies offers best bet at Cheltenham
If you are looking for a sure thing each way bet on deals on top instruments at Cheltenham, out your money on Band Supplies.
September 12, 2025
Pankhurst work dropped for Australian National Championships.
Lucy Pankhurst's 'The Ghosts of Industry' has been dropped as the Premier Grade set-work at the 2026 Australian National Championships.
September 12, 2025
Cheltenham performances recorded by Wobplay
All the performances at the National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend will be recorded by Wobplay and available for enjoy again after each section's results.
September 12, 2025
Ev-entz to provide on-stage sponsorship and exclusive deals
The leading percussion hire and retailer will be giving a helping hand to performers on and off stage at Cheltenham this weekend.
September 12, 2025
Oldroyd Brassworks to sell Black Dyke instruments
Instruments performed on by members of Black Dyke Band will now be available to buy through Oldroyd Brassworks.
September 12, 2025
Tewit doff caps for Downton premiere
Martin Hall and players from Tewit Youth Band will be seen and heard in action on the latest Down Abbey film
September 12, 2025
Harper and Brabbins spearhead new era at NYBBGB
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain heralds a new era of artistic leadership and outlook from Philip Harper and Martyn Brabbins.
September 12, 2025
Restructuring at BBE as funding challenges tighten
There have been job losses and restructuring of roles at Brass Bands England as the funding landscape produces extensive challenges for the future.
September 12, 2025
Audition process starts at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
If you are looking to study at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in 2026 then auditions are being held this November.
September 12, 2025
