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National Youth Championships

Full house line-up for National Youth Championships

It will be a full capacity National Youth Championships event in Birmingham next year as all spots are snapped up in record time.

November 20, 2025


Cory

Cory tribute to Hutchinson

Philip Harper and Cory Band thank Tom Hutchinson for his incredible tenure as principal cornet as they prepare for final concert appearance together.

November 20, 2025


Hammonds

Hammonds welcome Cox to Pudsey finishing line

The fund-raising radio presenter was welcomed to the 'Pudsey to Pudsey' finishing line by the sound of Hammonds Band.

November 20, 2025


Tredegar

Tredegar's Brass Odyssey to be published

A major contemporary work by composer Robin Stevens is set to be published following the Welsh champion's new recording.

November 20, 2025


NASUWT Riverside

New arrivals at NASUWT Riverside

The euph and baritone sections at the North of England top flight contenders has been strengthened by new arrivals.

November 20, 2025


Fleetwood

Fleetwood entries now open

Youth bands to British Open Spring Festival hopefuls can now book their place in the line-ups for the return of the Fleetwood Contest.

November 20, 2025


Unite the Union

National Champions to head to Dobcross

The Unite the Union Band will bring their brand of Sunday afternoon brass band entertainment to Dobcross later this month.

November 20, 2025


Sykes

Sykes takes baton at Weston Brass

Stephen Sykes has become the new Musical Director at Weston Brass.

November 20, 2025


Peter Tombs

Funeral of Peter Tombs

The funeral details for the popular former Hatfield & Askern Colliery cornet player have been announced.

November 20, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

A last episode of non-festive brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.

November 20, 2025


Gateshead

Report & Result: 2025 Youth Brass in Concert Championship

Wardle Academy Youth Band retains it status as the entertainment leaders of the pack.

November 16, 2025


katrina

Report & Result: 2025 Brass in Concert Championship

The Rite Stuff — Katrina Marzella-Wheeler inspires the cooperation band to a premiere Brass in Concert title success.

November 15, 2025


Amersham

Amersham ready for rowdy and joyful celebration

Amersham Band will join forces with Shri Sriram and friends for a great night of ever inventive jazz inspired fusion fun in London.

November 14, 2025


Tredegar Band

Tredegar Bound by memories this weekend

The Welsh champion will celebrate the life and legacy of their much missed baritone player Jon Bound on Saturday night with fun and music — and a 'Yeehaw!' or two...

November 14, 2025


Gregson

Gregson gains Gramophone link for latest release

Edward Gregson's latest CD recording featuring his tuba concerto played by Ross Knight has been released.

November 14, 2025


Southwell

Derwent to provide premiere performances

A new arrangement of Faure's 'Requiem' for brass band and choir will form part of a concert at Southwell Minster this weekend with Derwent Brass.

November 14, 2025


Eagley Band

Eagley honoured by King's Award

The Eagley Band organisation has spoken of its pride after the announcement that it is to be presented with a King's Award for Voluntary Service.

November 14, 2025


Macclewsgeld

King's Award for Macclesfield Youth Brass Band

The leading youth band organisation is to be presented with The King's Award for Voluntary Service for 2025.

November 14, 2025


Constest

ConsTest to return to Brum

The popular ConTest Championship will be held at the RBS next April — but you need to be quick to get your name in the hat and enjoy the day.

November 14, 2025


bic

Make sure you book your best BIC seat in the house

Your really don't want to miss out on the entertainment at Brass in Concert this year — even if you can't make it to Gateshead.

November 11, 2025


Peter Moore

Moore on Radio 3

The acclaimed soloist can be heard performing Dani Howard's 'Trombone Concerto' on Radio 3 next week.

November 11, 2025


Youth Championships

Limited places remain for Youth Champs 2026

There are not many places left to be filled for the 2026 National Youth Championships — so you had better be quick if you want to be a part of a great day of music making.

November 11, 2025


Perth Concert Hall

Big turn out for Scottish battles in Perth

There will be domestic as well as cross border rivalry on show in Perth later this month for the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge, Besson Scottish Open and Creative Scotland Scottish Youth Championships.

November 11, 2025


debnt

Report & Results: 2025 Willebroek Solo Contest

European champion Thibaut De Bondt claims yet another title as young performers showcase their talents in Willebroek.

November 11, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More great brass music making to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.

November 11, 2025




National Youth Championships

Full house line-up for National Youth Championships

November 20 • It will be a full capacity National Youth Championships event in Birmingham next year as all spots are snapped up in record time.


Cory

Cory tribute to Hutchinson

November 20 • Philip Harper and Cory Band thank Tom Hutchinson for his incredible tenure as principal cornet as they prepare for final concert appearance together.


Hammonds

Hammonds welcome Cox to Pudsey finishing line

November 20 • The fund-raising radio presenter was welcomed to the 'Pudsey to Pudsey' finishing line by the sound of Hammonds Band.


Tredegar

Tredegar's Brass Odyssey to be published

November 20 • A major contemporary work by composer Robin Stevens is set to be published following the Welsh champion's new recording.


Regent Hall Concerts - Trombonanza with Brett Baker and Friends

Saturday 22 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Dobross Youth Band and Dobcross Brass Monkeys

Saturday 22 November • Civic Hall . Lee Street . Uppermill . Saddleworth OL3 6AE


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Christmas Concert

Saturday 29 November • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Barnsley Brass - A Night At The Movies

Saturday 29 November • Worsbrough Miners Welfare. Park Road. Worsbrough Bridge. Barnsley S70 5LJ


Garforth Brass - Strawberry Fields Primary School

Friday 5 December • Garforth Methodist Church,. Church Lane,. Garforth,. Leeds LS25 1NW


Chinnor Silver

November 17 • We are looking to push on having secured promotion to the 1st Section in January and require Tuba and Percussion players to help us.. Rehearsals are on a Wed evening in our own bandroom.. Realistic approach to modern banding at this exciting time.


Epping Forest Band

November 16 • We have a solo horn vacancy to join our friendly 3rd section band. We have a sensible calendar of contests and concerts. Situated with close links to the M11/M25 and Central line tube station, with our own band room. Rehearsals Monday night 8-10pm


Harlow Brass Band

November 15 • We have vacancies for CORNETS, TROMBONES, 2ND HORN AND PERCUSSION. We are a welcoming, non contesting band who organising their own Spring and Christmas concerts and enjoy playing at local events throughout the year.


Jason M Smith


Band Trainer (Contest Preparation), Conductor


               

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