News / 2026
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4BR Review — Episode 23
October 10, 2026
Join Iwan and Chris as they look back at how the 2026 National Championship title was won and lost at the Royal Albert Hall in London last weekend — and some of the questions that arose from it.
Gregson set for Chicago Symphony Orchestra performance
October 10, 2026
Edward Gregson's 'Symphony in Two Movements' is to be performed by the symphonic brass and percussion ensemble of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra later this year.
Time please — as Navigation Inn closes doors...
October 10, 2026
The most famous brass band pub in the world has closed its doors — perhaps for the very last time.
Orbital countdown for Tredegar
October 10, 2026
The fourth of the commissioning bands will perform Richard Blackford's 'Orbital' in West Sussex later today as Tredegar get ready for lift off in Ardingly.
Hammonds set to celebrate 80th anniversary
October 10, 2026
There will be a special concert celebration to mark the 80th anniversary of Hammond Band.
German youth matures to make Championship debut
October 10, 2026
Brass Band NRW will make its National Championship debut in Germany later this year.
Final call for Welsh youth
October 10, 2026
The closing date for audition spots is fast approaching for the National Youth Brass Band of Wales.
Imps to launch Leeds Best of Brass series
October 10, 2026
Yorkshire Imperial will launch the first of a new series of monthly Best of Brass concerts in Pudsey.
Radio: Touch of Brass
October 10, 2026
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
Lawson treasures Shepherd award
October 07, 2026
Cory principal cornet player Kyle Lawson has spoken of his pride in being the first recipient of the James Shepherd Memorial Award at this year's National Final.
Albert Hall awards for Thornton and Raisbeck
October 07, 2026
Dr David Thornton and Ian Raisbeck were presented with their Iles and Mortimer Medals on stage at the National Final.
4BR Royal Albert Hall podcast
October 07, 2026
Join Iwan and Chris as they look back at how the 2026 National Championship title was won and lost at the Royal Albert Hall.
Green credentials rewarded for Menai Bridge
October 07, 2026
Menai Bridge Band Porthaethwy has won Making Music's 'Green Award'.
Two new releases to enjoy from World of Brass
October 07, 2026
The Regionals CD and a major new release from British Open inners Foden's are now available from World of Brass and wobplay.
University of Nottingham ends undergraduate music degree course
October 07, 2026
A change in student demand, delivery costs and competition from other institutions is said to be behind the decision to axe music degree course at the University of Nottingham.
Scottish Festival of Brass adjudicators announced
October 07, 2026
The judges that will make the decision at the Scottish Open, Scottish Challenge and Scottish Youth Championships have been announced.
Fountain and Moore to showcase Langford Rhapsodies for free
October 07, 2026
The virtuoso soloists will join Fulham Band at Regent Hall to showcase the Gordon Langford rhapsodies
Widdop takes baton at Eagley
October 07, 2026
The experienced Alan Widdop takes the helm at Eagley Band
BrookWright Music: Expectans Expectavi (Charles Wood trans. Jonathan Corry)
October 07, 2026
An emotive choral anthem for those lost in battle.
Wright & Round: Rhapsody in Blonde (arr. Philip Harper)
October 07, 2026
A perfect bit of Gershwin inspired jazz flugel for any concert programme...
Report & Result: 2026 National Championship of Great Britain
October 03, 2026
Cory returns on the road to victory as Philip Harper's band reclaims National title honours at the Royal Albert Hall.
4BR Review — Episode 22
October 02, 2026
A preview of the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall and the issues that arise....
NYBBGB launches Young Composer competition
October 02, 2026
Young composers aged 30 and under are being asked to create a new work for the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
New award to be presented at Royal Albert Hall
October 02, 2026
A wonderful new award in memory of one of the greatest ever cornet players will be made at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend.
Tributes to Hammonds duo at Black Dyke
October 02, 2026
The Black Dyke Band has paid tribute to Jon and Tim Hammond as they prepare to take their final contest bow with the Queensbury Band this weekend.
