News / 2026
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NYBBGB Ambassadors inspiring future generations on outreach tour
July 07, 2026
Over 4,000 primary school pupils will enjoy performances form the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Ambassador Ensemble over the next few days.
Discount rate on The Brass Band Story
July 07, 2026
Yale University Press Publishing is offering a special discount on Prof Trevor Herbert's new book about the banding movement.
New top man at Hammonds
July 07, 2026
Luke Broderick will take the principal cornet seat at the leading Yorkshire band.
Royal connection for Jedforest
July 07, 2026
It seems the performance of Jedforest Instrumental Band brought back brass playing memories for King Charles III.
Final bow gains standing ovation for Wormald
July 07, 2026
43 years of leading music making in Bolton was marked with a standing ovation for Eagley Band MD, Chris Wormald.
KNDS Fairey to provide extra Sparke of celebration
July 07, 2026
The KNDS Fairey Band will present a specially curated concert later this year celebrate the 75th birthday of composer Philip Sparke.
Bevan Day recognition for Tredegar
July 07, 2026
Tredegar gains recognition for 150 years of representing their town with pride.
Wright & Round: Born Free (John Barry arr. Alan Catherall)
July 07, 2026
A classic for film goers and tenor horn players... and perfect for any concert.
Radio: Touch of Brass
July 07, 2026
Lots more brass music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.
Result: 2026 Brighouse March & Hymn Tune Contest
July 06, 2026
Hepworth carries on its dominance of the lucrative march and hymn tune circuit with victory at the Brighouse event under MD Ryan Watkins.
Result: 2026 Red Admiral March & Hymn Tune Contest
July 06, 2026
Milnrow adds another march and hymn tune title as they build confidence and bank balances ahead of autumn majors.
Death of Gordon Higginbottom
July 06, 2026
The death has been announced of the celebrated tenor horn soloist, tutor, clinician, conductor and adjudicator, Gordon Higginbottom.
Ticket sales boost for National Youth Bands
July 05, 2026
Tickets for the end of course performances of both the National Children's Band and National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain are bring snapped up quickly.
Mutum book gains plaudits to boost sales
July 05, 2026
'The Brass Band Hall of Fame' is proving to be a popular read — with plaudits helping add further information and insight to Tim Mutum's book.
World Cup preview for the cooperation band
July 04, 2026
Scotland is still in the draw for the brass band version of the World Cup — and you can hear how they are putting the final preparations in place ahead of Kerkrade.
Essence of Tredegar enjoyed by young euph player
July 04, 2026
19 year old Carys Rycroft recently enjoyed her prize of a solo spotlight at a rehearsal with Tredegar Band.
Soli connection to come to an end
July 04, 2026
The musical partnership between Anne Van den Berg and Soli Brass will come to an end after this year's Dutch National Championships.
Woolston Band on the rise again
July 04, 2026
New Zealand's most successful band is getting ever closer to putting the final touches to its future home.
Brass Band Week kicks off
July 04, 2026
Bands are being asked to show the world what they are all about during Brass Band Week.
Football's coming home...via Queensbury.
July 04, 2026
Could 60 years of hurt be over for England — with a little help from Black Dyke Band...
NXTOD set for busy hosting schedule
July 04, 2026
You can enjoy live streamed brass banding from Lancashire to Devon with a stop off in Elland thanks to NXTOD this July.
Whitburn welcomes new baritone signing
July 04, 2026
The Scottish champion has been adding talented youth to their championship winning ranks.
90th anniversary filming for City of Bristol
July 04, 2026
The musical history of City of Bristol Band will be captured on film over the next two weekends.
Renfrew marks anniversary with friends Foden's stars
July 04, 2026
Renfrew Burgh Band has marked its 115th anniversary with a special concert featuring Foden's stars Mark Wilkinson and Gary Curtin.
BrookWright Music: Skidaddle (Barrie Gott)
July 04, 2026
A high energy fun packed feature to get everyone in a hurry at a cocnert.
