News / 2025
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Make sure you book your best BIC seat in the house
November 11, 2025
Your really don't want to miss out on the entertainment at Brass in Concert this year — even if you can't make it to Gateshead.
Moore on Radio 3
November 11, 2025
The acclaimed soloist can be heard performing Dani Howard's 'Trombone Concerto' on Radio 3 next week.
Limited places remain for Youth Champs 2026
November 11, 2025
There are not many places left to be filled for the 2026 National Youth Championships — so you had better be quick if you want to be a part of a great day of music making.
Big turn out for Scottish battles in Perth
November 11, 2025
There will be domestic as well as cross border rivalry on show in Perth later this month for the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge, Besson Scottish Open and Creative Scotland Scottish Youth Championships.
Report & Results: 2025 Willebroek Solo Contest
November 11, 2025
European champion Thibaut De Bondt claims yet another title as young performers showcase their talents in Willebroek.
Radio: Touch of Brass
November 11, 2025
More great brass music making to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.
Results: 2025 Swedish National Championships
November 09, 2025
Gota Brass make it eight wins in a row as they secure the Swedish title yet again
Mealor provides 12 answers
November 09, 2025
Composer Paul Mealor reveals more about his life, work and future plans — including his latest brass band world premiere.
Webster passes on expertise to brass band students
November 09, 2025
Roger Webster recently added to the student appeal of studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
Varley takes decision to end Grimethorpe tenure
November 09, 2025
Grimethorpe's respected solo horn player Helen Varley has stepped down from playing with the Yorkshire band.
BrookWright Music: Benedicamus Domino (Andrew Wainwright)
November 09, 2025
A major festive work ready and waiting from the pen of Andrew Wainwright.
Band Supplies Ltd adds to director board
November 07, 2025
Major addition to leading independent retailer as Rob Hanson of John Packer Musical Instruments becomes a director of Band Supplies Ltd.
Cosh expertise on offer for Area gains
November 07, 2025
Bands can use the essential experience of Paul Cosh in their bids to improve their chances of Regional Championship success next year.
Death of Julie Nicoll
November 07, 2025
The death has been announced of Scottish Brass Band Association Treasurer and Kingdom Brass member, Julie Nicoll
Remember, Remember for Friary...
November 07, 2025
Once again Friary Brass lead the revellers in remembering the Gunpowder Plot and its grisly local connections.
BBCA gains charitable status
November 07, 2025
The Brass Band Conductors Association has gained charitable status in its aim to champion brass band conducting across the UK and beyond.
Podcast: Brassers
November 07, 2025
The Norwegian banding movement is being kept up to date with news, views, opinions and interviews thanks to two fantastic enthusiasts...
Death of Peter Fraser MBE
November 07, 2025
The death has been announced of one of Scottish banding's most significant administrators and banding personalities.
Duncan tenure ends at Dalmellington
November 07, 2025
The two year musical partnership between Andrew Duncan and Dalmellington Band has come to an end.
White takes reins at Boarshurst Silver
November 07, 2025
The experienced Andrew White has become the new MD at Boarshurst Silver Band
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 18
November 07, 2025
More from the podcast with a North Wales banding accent — this time with an interview with conductor and cornet star Russell Gray.
Helston tributes to stalwart
November 07, 2025
The Helston Band has paid its own tribute to the remarkable Russell Harvey after he finally retires from active banding service aged 91.
Delph set to celebrate 175th anniversary
November 07, 2025
There will be a communal gathering of friends and players, past, present and future in Denshaw later this month to mark a significant anniversary.
Death of Michael Trickett
November 07, 2025
The death as been announced of the former Brighouse & Rastrick cornet player Michael Trickett.
Kerkrade global line-ups confirmed
November 06, 2025
There will be a true global challenge to become World Champion in Kerkrade next year.
