News / 2025
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New National Final proposal rejected by Regional Forum
December 10, 2025
A proposal that would have seen a radical change in the qualification process for the Royal Albert Hall National Final has been rejected by regional representatives.
Purcell students shine in BBC Composing Competition
December 09, 2025
Young compositional talent from The Purcell School has made its mark in the BBC Young Composer Competition.
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
December 09, 2025
The second part of the duo's chat with Derek Broadbent.
Knapton takes Towcester lead
December 09, 2025
The experienced Ian Knapton is to become the new Musical Director at Towcester Studio Band.
Trumpet student in royal spotlight
December 09, 2025
Royal Academy of Music trumpet student Carys Wood recently performed at the annual Princess of Wales Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey.
Harper to step down from Cleethorpes
December 09, 2025
The 10 year musical partnership between Brian Harper and Cleethorpes Band will reach its final chord at the 2026 Area Championships.
Bandamonium appoints new trustee
December 09, 2025
Gregor Spence from the Flowers Band has been appointed a trustee of the Bandamonium organisation.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 20
December 09, 2025
The latest episode sees the Brass Monkeys chat to Craig Roberts.
NYBBGB Conductor finalists announced
December 05, 2025
The quartet of conductors looking to claim the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Young Conductors' Competition title have been confirmed.
4BR Review — Episode 12
December 05, 2025
Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas discuss if we are starting to see a change in the music being performed at at major contests, concerts and on recordings.
Thurcroft honour stalwart trio
December 04, 2025
Three remarkable servants of Thurcroft Welfare Band have been honoured for their decades of dedicated commitment.
Purcell Brass Experience aims to inspire the next generation of performers
December 04, 2025
The UK's oldest specialist music school has announced the launch of its new Purcell Brass Experience — and its free.
It's going to be a Whit Friday Christmas
December 04, 2025
A new Whit Friday venture will be heard in Delph this Christmas — and all with a festive difference.
Friary players help ITV viewers win Christmas
December 04, 2025
An ensemble from Friary Brass have played their part in helping viewers of 'Loose Women' and 'This Morning' win some spectacular Christmas prizes.
Ron Westacott funeral arrangements confirmed
December 03, 2025
The funeral of Ron Westacott will take place later this month.
Uncertain funding future for Music & Dance Scheme students
December 03, 2025
Funding for over 2,000 students from disadvantaged backgrounds in many of the UKs leading musical schools and institutions is yet to be confirmed beyond the current academic year.
Memories recalled as Hutchinson takes final Cory bow
December 03, 2025
16 years of excellence and artistry were recalled as Tom Hutchinson took his final bow as principal cornet of Cory Band.
Final chord reached for Watkins at Pemberton
December 03, 2025
The two year musical partnership between conductor Ryan Watkins and Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band has come to an end.
Lomas farewell at Brighouse
December 03, 2025
The British Open champion has bid a fond farewell to their bass trombone player Stephen Lomas.
BrookWright Music: From the Realms (arr. Jonathan Mead)
December 03, 2025
A wonderful festive solo for with a touch of French magic.
Report & Results: 2025 Scottish Youth Championships
December 03, 2025
There was a wonderful day of music making for the next generation of Scottish talent in Perth last weekend.
Tragic death of Lydbrook player
December 03, 2025
The Lydbrook Band is mourning the passing of their young euphonium player Thomas Pearse.
Nicholson takes the reins at Wellington
December 03, 2025
David Nicholson has been appointed the new Musical Director of Wellington (Telford) Band.
Imps amnesty for returnees
December 03, 2025
If you find an unfamiliar something in the back of a wardrobe or under the stairs when looking for the Xmas decorations this year — it may well belong to Yorkshire Imperial Band
Christmas comes early in York
December 03, 2025
The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble are part of the musical attractions at the York Early Music Christmas Festival this year.
