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Regional

Stevenage performances on replay on Wobplay

If you want to find out how all the prizes were won in Stevenage on the weekend, the tune into wobplay and enjoy... and debate

March 24, 2026


Kapitol Promotions

And the National Final invitations go to...

The provisional list of bands that will be invited to compete at the 2026 National Finals at London and York have now been completed.

March 24, 2026


Durham

Results: 2026 North of England Regional Championships

EverReady, Durham Miners Institute, Felling, Barton Community and Driffield take the first four titles in Durham

March 21, 2026


Fulham

Results: 2026 London & SC Regional Championships

Zone One, Fulham, Staines, Betteshanger and Crystal Palace claim titles at Stevenage

March 21, 2026


Money

Did brass bands really receive £31 million?

Arts Council England is reported to have paid out over £31 million to bands in the last three years, but the figures may not be all that they appear to be...

March 19, 2026


NYBBGB

Ticket demand high for NYBBGB Easter showcases

If you want to hear the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in action this Easter the you had better be quick about getting a ticket...

March 19, 2026


Gala Theatre

Durham focus for North of England Area contenders

42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and York later in the year.

March 19, 2026


Stevanage

Bands get ready for London & SC Area challenges

Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre will host 76 bands battling for National Finals qualification this weekend.

March 19, 2026


York Barbican

York National Finals schedule to be announced on 7th April

Qualifiers for the Section 1-4 National Finals will find out on which day they will play next month.

March 19, 2026


National Youth Championships

Ticket price savings for National Youth Championships

If you book your tickets on-line you can save hassle and money for a packed day of brilliant entertainment in Birmingham.

March 19, 2026


Jan de Haan

Pioneering spirit on show at Dutch Nationals

A work inspired by the explorations of Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus, and Abel Tasman will test the Fourth Division bands at the Dutch National Championships this year.

March 19, 2026


Darcy Beck

Cory add to their percussion team

Darcy Beck joins the ranks of the new Welsh Champion.

March 19, 2026


Ice cream

Seaside rendezvous in Lancashire

A fantastic Brass at the Seaside initiative needs a bit of extra support if it is to keep entertaining the crowds on St Anne's Promenade.

March 19, 2026


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: Cottonopolis (Esme Harper)

An upbeat concert march celebrating the industrial heritage of Manchester.

March 18, 2026


That's Not Banding

Podcast: That's Not Banding: Norway Special — Episode 17

Find out how the dynamic duo enjoyed themselves at this year's Norwegian National Championships.

March 18, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More music to enjoy over the airwaves from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge with a broadcast from the West of England Area Championships.

March 18, 2026


EBBC

European judges announced

EBBA has announced the panel of judges that will make the decisions at the European Championships in Linz.

March 18, 2026


Civic Hall

Report & Result: 2026 Midlands Regional Championships Second Section

Harborough Band claims the last Midlands title on offer for this year as they are joined in York by Leicestershire Co-op.

March 15, 2026


markham

Report & Results: 2026 Welsh Regional Championships

Cory reclaims the Welsh title as Parc & Dare, Markham & District, City of Cardiff (M2) and Gwaun Cae Gurwen claim section honours.

March 14, 2026


Pendennis

Report & Results: 2026 West of England Regional Championships

Flowers reclaim Area title with section wins for Lympstone, Lanner & District, St Pinnock and Pendennis Brass in Torquay

March 14, 2026


Shine

Ready to shine? NYBBGB offer audition skills workshops

There are a trio of FREE audition skills workshops on offer from the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain to help young player's skills sets.

March 14, 2026


Doodles

Doodles Area boost

The expert mouthpiece replating servicer has enjoyed an Area boost — with more to come.

March 14, 2026


Brett Baker

Baker to head west and west again

Brett Baker will head to Swansea and then on to the USA for a busy period of playing...

March 14, 2026


Band Supplies

Band Supplies seeks new retail manager

The leading brass and woodwind retailer is looking to add to their team.

March 14, 2026


Northop

Quartet boost for Northop for Welsh title challenge

Four new signings will help boost Northop's challenge to return to the Royal Albert Hall.

March 14, 2026




Regional

Stevenage performances on replay on Wobplay

March 24 • If you want to find out how all the prizes were won in Stevenage on the weekend, the tune into wobplay and enjoy... and debate


Kapitol Promotions

And the National Final invitations go to...

March 24 • The provisional list of bands that will be invited to compete at the 2026 National Finals at London and York have now been completed.


Durham

Results: 2026 North of England Regional Championships

March 21 • EverReady, Durham Miners Institute, Felling, Barton Community and Driffield take the first four titles in Durham


Fulham

Results: 2026 London & SC Regional Championships

March 21 • Zone One, Fulham, Staines, Betteshanger and Crystal Palace claim titles at Stevenage


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 26 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Funny Bones Trombone Octet

Friday 27 March • Oompah Brass XXL. Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - 2026 National Youth Brass Band Championships

Saturday 28 March • King Edward's School, Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2UA


The Hepworth Band - Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra

Saturday 18 April • Huddersfield Town Hall HD1 2TA


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


West Wycombe Brass Band

March 24 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for Horn players, any position, back row cornets, and Bb bass. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm in own band hall. Non contesting. Give us a call or email.


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

March 24 • Cleethorpes Band are recruiting a new MD. The band rehearse on Thursday and Sunday evenings and at the Northern of England contest secured 3rd place in the 4th section. We are a registered charity and have a thriving training band.


Enderby Band

March 24 • Enderby Band (Championship section) are seeking: 1 x BASS (Eb or Bb) and PERCUSSIONISTS to join our committed, hard-working, friendly team, with promotion at the Spring Festival (Senior Cup) and a balanced diary of concerts & contests to look forward to.


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