News / 2025
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4BR Review: Annual Awards nominations broadcast
December 16, 2025
The long list nominees for the 2025 4BR Awards will be revealed in a special live broadcast on Wednesday evening at 7.00pm — so why not join us and see if you agree with our choices.
Kennedy signing adds to Oldroyd Opus
December 16, 2025
The award winning cooperation band flugel star Stephanie Kennedy has been welcomed as a new Oldroyd Musical Instruments Performance Artist.
Willebroek reaches new audiences with primetime television slot
December 16, 2025
The talents of the European champion were enjoyed by a nationwide television audience in Belgium.
Leyland to go on a bear hunt...
December 16, 2025
There will be plenty of family fun in 2026 for supporters of Leyland Band — as they lead the musical accompaniment to a classic bear hunt.
Tynan adds to conducting portfolio
December 16, 2025
Lostock Hall Memorial Band has appointed Tommy Tynan as its new Musical Director.
Pop a Wobplay gift subscription in a stocking
December 16, 2025
If you want to give a no-hassle sure fire winner to the brass band love of your life this Christmas...
Foden's round off year with awards and goodbyes
December 16, 2025
The North West Regional Champion has rounded off a busy year by thanking its supporters, partners and players who have given outstanding commitment.
Open invite for Cambrian Brass workshop
December 16, 2025
The new banding ensemble in Aberystwyth is offering an open door welcome for a workshop day for all led by Cerys Hughes and Rob Nicholson.
Ellington claims Classic spot for Xmas
December 16, 2025
Ellington Colliery Band has been featured on primetime Classic FM with a festive favourite.
BrookWright Music: Hope (Nathanael Watchorn)
December 16, 2025
A deeply reflective work, shaped by themes of serenity, renewal, and spirituality offers the perfect lyrical interlude for bands in concerts.
Bodmin trio to head to Children's Band
December 16, 2025
Three talented young Cornish players will represent their band and county with the National Children's Band of Great Britain next year.
Brass stars set for Cardiff appearances
December 16, 2025
Sergio Carolino and Ben Goldscheider will be featured in performance mode at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff early next year.
Adjudicator change at Midlands Regional Championships
December 16, 2025
Jack Capstaff joins the adjudication team for the Midlands Regional Championships in Bedworth next year.
Festive surprise for Higginbottom
December 16, 2025
There was a wonderful musical surprise at the door for Gordon and Sylvia Higginbottom as some old friends popped along to give their season greetings.
Besses aim for Bandstand return
December 16, 2025
Besses o' th' Barn Band is looking to return to a famous open air stage armed with new works.
UniBrass launch festive fund raisers
December 16, 2025
The UniBrass Foundation UniRun has been launched to help the organisation reach its targets.
Report & Results: 2025 Christmas Whit Friday
December 13, 2025
Diggle and Dobcross Youth get an early Christmas prezzie contest bonus on a night of festive fun in Delph.
Judges announced for 2026 National Youth Championships
December 11, 2025
Anna Wilby, Christopher Bond, Stephanie Kennedy, Lauren Chinn, Daniel Brooks and Ailsa Russell (above) will be making the decisions at the National Youth Championships next March.
Podcast: Brass Matters — The Centre of Things Part 1
December 11, 2025
Join John Wallace and friends as they discuss his latest musical project.
Regional Championship borrowing rules confirmed
December 11, 2025
Bands in Sections 1-4 will be able to borrow players to boost their chances of National Championship qualification.
rooms4groups has European Championship deals ready to go
December 11, 2025
The hotel specialists have plenty of great deals for people heading to Linz for the European Championships next year.
New survey shows value of orchestral music for youngsters
December 11, 2025
Younger generation want more connections to classical music as benefits are appreciated.
Composer opportunity with choral link
December 11, 2025
Composers can test their abilities with the latest initiative linked to the Welsh National Eisteddfod
New updated fundraising code from BBE
December 11, 2025
A new, updated, compact Code of Fundraising Practice has been launched by Brass Bands England.
Austin enjoys Skipton's Great and Small
December 11, 2025
Skipton Band's recent appearance on Channel 5's popular series 'All Creatures Great and Small' came with plenty of help from music student Adrian Austin.
