News / 2026
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Could a tourist tax benefit brass bands?
October 31, 2026
The Cultural Policy Unit and MPs back a tourist tax to support cultural attractions, creative districts and grassroots venues.
Daws focus to help musicians plan for a better playing future
October 31, 2026
The critically acclaimed trombone soloist Isobel Daws has launched 'practice with focus' to help musicians develop their playing in a more effective way.
Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel
October 31, 2026
The latest episode of the Radio 3 programme will be aired this Sunday.
New signings at Tredegar as 150th celebrations come closer
October 31, 2026
Four new signings join the Welsh band as they look to celebrate 150 years of proud history.
New life begins at 40 for London Brass
October 31, 2026
A significant recent landmark has signalled an exciting future for the acclaimed brass ensemble.
Jenkins steps back for Westacott at Pontardulais
October 31, 2026
Rob Westacott takes at the West Wales band as Paul Jenkins steps down after 20 years at the helm.
New addition to bagpipe and brass repertoire
October 31, 2026
The success of 'The Piper's Farewell' has led to a second brass band and bagpipe work from composers Ian Macpherson BEM and Scott Morton.
Thomas duet drives ambulance help to Ukraine
October 31, 2026
Chris and Frankie Thomas have delivered an ambulance to help Ukrainian forces after a convoy drive from Leamington Spa to Poland.
2027 regional championship dates confirmed
October 31, 2026
There will be eight contests over four weekends as bands look to book their places for London and York.
Dutch champion aims for Amboise and French title
October 31, 2026
Brass Band Schoonhoven will look to add the French Open title to its CV as they head to Amboise next May.
50 years of service celebrated for Daw
October 31, 2026
The well known tuba player Jon Daw has notched up 50 years of Gloucester banding dedication.
Full day of entertainment at Wychavon
October 30, 2026
If you are looking to enjoy a full day of brass band entertainment then pop into Evesham from 10.00am onwards and you won't be disappointed.
2027 Spring Festival judges confirmed
October 30, 2026
The adjudication teams for the 105th British Open Spring Festival in Birmingham next May have been announced.
A4 Brass Quartet set for start of London recital series
October 28, 2026
The award winning A4 Brass Quartet will start new collaboration with National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and St Martin-in-the-Fields in London this Friday.
Cosmic challenge at New Zealand Championships
October 28, 2026
The test pieces for the 2027 New Zealand National Championships have been announced — led by 'The Cosmographic Mystery' by Ingebjørg Vilhelmsen.
Flowers mark Euro triumph with special presentations
October 28, 2026
The European Champion has marked its memorable victory in Linz with special commemorative awards to its players.
Uppermill warning of Whit Friday last chord
October 28, 2026
The organisers of the Uppermill Whit Friday contest are asking for urgent volunteer help to continue 120 years of history.
Rath Trombones celebrates 30th anniversary
October 28, 2026
Michael Rath has been producing world renowned instruments for three decades in the heart of Yorkshire.
UniBrass announces 2027 venue
October 28, 2026
The Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in Oxford will host the 2027 UniBrass Championships.
Van Looy and Porthouse to lead Carlton Main
October 28, 2026
Glenn Van Looy and Ian Porthouse will lead Carlton Main Frickley Colliery on the contest stage in 2027.
Composer commissions in Cumbria
October 28, 2026
There are a trio of £750 composer commissions to be grabbed as part of the Drum & Brass organisation's Participations to Pathways initiative.
BrookWright Music: Winter Lullaby (Karl Whelan)
October 28, 2026
A wonderful cornet or flugel solo to add to any festive programme.
Young musicians enjoy Spa day
October 28, 2026
More and more young players are enjoying being part of the Warwickshire & Coventry Youth Brass Band
Wright decision made for Bedworth Brass
October 28, 2026
The experienced Paul Wright has been appointed Musical Director of Bedworth Brass.
Report & Results: 2026 Innerleithen Youth Brass Band Contest
October 28, 2026
There were plenty of great Gold Award performances to enjoy at the recent Innerleithen Youth Brass Band Contest.
