News / 2026
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British Open Countdown: T minus 7
September 05, 2026
10 bands taking part this year have lifted the famous British Open Gold Shield in triumph...
Tour marathon for Mead
September 05, 2026
Steven Mead marks a musical milestone with a marathon Asian tour.
Bands need to tick right Boax at Registry
September 05, 2026
Cory Band baritone player Charlie Boax has joined the Brass Band Players Registry as their new Office Administrator.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 38
September 05, 2026
The North Wales banding boys are back with more chat.
Radio: Touch of Brass
September 05, 2026
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
British Open Countdown: T minus 8
September 04, 2026
What's the link between the Premier League champions Arsenal and British Open champion Brighouse & Rastrick?
New CEO at Making Music
September 03, 2026
Making Music appoints Ben Saffell as its new Chief Executive Officer.
British Open Countdown: T minus 9
September 03, 2026
The countdown is underway for this year's British Open with 'Music of the Spheres' ready for lift off. But which European own-choice topping piece comes close to it in contest popularity since it was used in 2004?
New signing at Friary
September 03, 2026
Cornish cornet player Jacob Griffiths returns to the banding fold with Friary.
2026 BrookWright Solo winners announced
September 03, 2026
Mark Vause and Elijah Baker claim the main category awards with 11-year-old cornetist Bradley Mahungu capturing the Public Commendation Prize.
Spheres starting to align across the UK
September 03, 2026
Keep an eye out for a chance to hear a preview of 'Music of the Spheres' ahead of the British Open at Symphony Hall.
Youth Champs registration to open next week
September 03, 2026
It is first come first served for the spots to take part in the National Youth Championship of Great Britain.
Call for representation at Holme Valley AGM
September 03, 2026
Bands are being asked to attend the AGM of the Holme Valley Contest Committee to ensure the popular contest can continue in the future.
BBE extends partnership with cashless donations platform Tipd
September 03, 2026
Brass Band England member bands can benefit from gaining digital donations.
Call for entries for 10th European Composers Competition
September 02, 2026
EBBA announces entry details for its 10th European Composers Competition in Montreux.
Get your motor running...
September 02, 2026
Towcester Studio Band enjoyed a memorable weekend revving up the entertainment for a huge crowd at the popular CarFest event.
Wright & Round: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves (Michael Kamen arr. Derek Broadbent)
September 02, 2026
The chance to don the green tights and twang a great theme tune out in your next concert as Robin Hood returns again.
Anglo-French lead at Swedish champions
September 02, 2026
Ryan Watkins and Florent Didier will take the baton at Göta Brass for the coming contesting season.
Whittle steps down from secretary role
September 02, 2026
Adam Whittle has taken the decision to step as Secretary of the Leicestershire Brass Band Association.
Cornish cream set for York preview
September 02, 2026
Three of the four Cornish bands that will head to York Barbican for the National Finals later this month will hold a special pre-contest preview ahead of their travels.
Brass bands on the Telegraph lines
August 31, 2026
The Daily Telegraph's review of Prof Trevor Herbert's new book on brass bands draws a positive future outlook from critic Ivan Hewett.
T&R Direct Insurance Services: A guide to brass band insurance
August 31, 2026
Loads of things all bands and players need to know about protecting instruments
Banding classics added to Wobplay
August 31, 2026
A great trio of classic banding releases, a new podcast episode and the chance to look back at this year's Elgar International Festival.
Camborne Brass look to raise funds after break-in vandalism
August 31, 2026
A Crowdfunding page has been launched to help Camborne Brass after vandals broke into their bandhall and caused extensive damage.
BrookWright Music: Breathe on me, Breath of God (R. Jackson arr. Andrew Wainwright)
August 31, 2026
A reflective treatment of Edwin Hatch's beloved 1878 hymn to add to any concert programme.
