News / 2026
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Closing date looms for Future Leaders
June 05, 2026
If you want your band to benefit from future leaders of confidence, skill and inspiration, then you need to get your application in soon.
Fanfare welcomes at York Early Music Festival
June 05, 2026
A brand new fanfare written by Yorkshire composer Sam Meredith will be played during the opening weekend by the German renaissance ensemble (hanse) Pfeyffery.
President hopes to build on momentum in NZ
June 05, 2026
Following a successful National Championships, New Zealand banding must build on the momentum created according to its President.
Dual euph arrival boosts Imps
June 05, 2026
Yorkshire Imperial has boosted its euphonium ranks with the arrival of the experienced duo of Toni Durrant and Liz Wood.
Wainwright enjoys life on the hog
June 05, 2026
Composer Andrew Wainwright has been an interview guest on the 'Brass Hog' website.
Wright & Round: Enchantment in Paris (Philip Harper)
June 05, 2026
A touch of Parisian artistry for any cornet player to add to their solo CV.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode 33
June 05, 2026
Part 2 of a chat with well known bandsman John Powell.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 22
June 05, 2026
The duo look back on their recent successful Whit Friday experience playing with Brighouse & Rastrick Band.
Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features
June 04, 2026
There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.
Conway ends his way at Diggle
June 04, 2026
Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.
New Euph addition at Cory
June 04, 2026
Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.
BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed
June 04, 2026
10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.
Brass and steam...
June 04, 2026
Royal Oakeley Silver will be providing the musical accompaniment to a great weekend of steam in North Wales.
Dobcross Youth honour much loved former member
June 04, 2026
The memory of a stalwart former member will be maintained through music with cornet presentation.
Coleford set for second helping of brass
June 04, 2026
The Forest of Dean town will welcome 9 bands to perform throughout the day on Saturday 13th June — with a massed bands finale as well.
Bont celebrations for 80th anniversary
June 04, 2026
Pontardulais Band will celebrate its 80th anniversary by looking back on its proud history as well as forward to an exciting future.
Give you mouthpiece a Summer makeover with Doodles
June 04, 2026
If you are taking a Summer break then why not take the opportunity to come back to a mouthpiece that looks as good as you...
Radio: Touch of Brass
June 04, 2026
Lots more great music to enjoy with march flavour in June from presenters Martin and Julie.
New six pack from Presto
June 03, 2026
Six new and old releases with a connection to the brass band world to enjoy through Presto Music.
Report & Results: 2026 Tameside Whit Friday
June 02, 2026
Foden's retain their Whit Friday title with a Presidential flourish in Tameside.
Scottish banding battles for success
June 01, 2026
A recent article in one of Scotland's leading newspapers has highlighted both the successes and challenges faced by its banding organisations.
Death of David Banwell
June 01, 2026
The death has been announced of David Banwell, the widely respected former player, conductor and member of the 4BR team.
Whitsuntide celebration on Radio 4
May 31, 2026
The celebration of Whitsuntide in Saddleworth has been marked on Radio 4 — accompanied by brass band music
Report & Results: 2026 Saddleworth & Oldham District Whit Friday
May 31, 2026
The official results from each venue have now been announced with confirmation that Brighouse & Rastrick are crowned champions as Milnrow take local honours and Tewit Silver Youth take the youth prize.
New band formed after Festival Brass spilt
May 30, 2026
Antwerp Brass has been formed after a major split from former Belgian champion Festival Brass after their European Championship appearance in Linz — led by Guy Audenaert and Harmen Vanhoorne.
