News / 2026
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Trump tariffs set to raise instrument prices in USA
August 13, 2026
A new tariff proposal on imports, parts and accessories on brass and wind musical instruments draws criticism about national security issues.
Willebroek's sixth sense pays off with Band Academy
August 13, 2026
Over 60 young players enjoyed six days of Belgian music making on their sixth Academy course.
Harper enjoys Cory reconnection in Japan
August 13, 2026
Philip Harper has made a Cory link in Japan to help inspire musicians on the Ageo Band Camp in Saitama.
BrookWright Music: 11 March 1917 (Bruce Broughton)
August 13, 2026
A moving euphonium solo from the pen of the critically acclaimed American composer Bruce Broughton.
St Kilda celebrations marked by global connections
August 13, 2026
The 125th anniversary of the St Kilda Band saw Ian Porthouse player return with his family to add to the celebrations.
Larsen provides Wizard inspiration for Danish success
August 13, 2026
Composer Jacob Vilhelm Larsen's new work, 'The Wizard of Menlo Park' has helped Greve Pigegarde to success at the Danish Marching Band Championships.
National Youth Band Ambassadors set for London showcase
August 12, 2026
The NYBBGB Ambassador Band can be heard right in the heart of London this weekend with an afternoon open air concert at St Martin in the Fields.
New exhibition at Brass Band Archive
August 12, 2026
New voices to be heard with Brass Band England's 'That's Banding' exhibition at Heritage Quay at Huddersfield University.
40th anniversary success for Brass Band Summer School
August 12, 2026
The long standing summer school course sets itself new benchmarks for the future after successful anniversary debut in Gloucestershire.
Baker returns from Brazilian festival visit
August 12, 2026
Brett Baker has return to Brazil for the first time in over a decade to reconnect with trombonists.
BBE looks to boost roots to help new players
August 12, 2026
A new initiative from Brass Bands England looks to give a 'Brass Boost' to teachers, tutors and band leaders to help emerging playing talent.
Wright & Round: Hawaii Five-O (arr. Philip Harper)
August 12, 2026
Book 'em Danno! Relive the glories of one of the greatest television theme tunes of all time with a brilliant bit of surf up cops and robbers...
BrookWright Music Solo Comp closing date looms
August 12, 2026
There is still time to get your entries in for the BrookWright Music International Brass Solo Contest.
Gramercy success celebrated in USA
August 12, 2026
An inspirational 22nd Gramercy Band Camp has just come to an end in New York state.
Eikanger continues investment in youth development
August 10, 2026
The Norwegian National Champion has just held its 28th Feriespel Summer Course.
New sop lead at ISB
August 10, 2026
Oliver Ridley has become the new soprano player of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army.
Trivergence set for Albert Hall appearance
August 08, 2026
Trombone stars Peter Moore, Mark Nightingale and Andy Wood plus friends will provide the pre-results entertainment at the Royal Albert Hall National Final in October.
Barringer delight at IBBSS success
August 08, 2026
A week of hard work, great music making and friendship in Swansea was a fitting celebration of the leading course's ethos.
Vause takes baton at Pilling Silver
August 08, 2026
Mark Vause is the new MD of Pilling Silver Band as he returns to the North West.
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
August 08, 2026
The duo discuss the benefits of an infusion of classical music in the banding veins in rehearsals and concerts.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 24
August 08, 2026
The latest episode of chat and opinion is now out...
Support boosts new Wobplay tenure
August 06, 2026
Nicki Tonge and Adam Goldsmith grateful for the continued support of global subscribers as World of Sound, World of Brass and wobplay look towards future.
Orbital gets Welsh Youth launch
August 06, 2026
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales will include Richard Blackford's 'Orbital' in their ambitious summer course concerts repertoire.
Entries open for UniBrass Composition Competition
August 06, 2026
The 2027 UniBrass Foundation's Composition Competition is now open — with an Oxford feel theme.
Orbital set for publishing take-off
August 05, 2026
The acclaimed major work from composer Richard Blackford will be available for bands to purchase from 4th September.
