News / 2025
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Results: 2025 Swiss National Championships
November 30, 2025
Valaisia Brass Band are champions again as BML Talents, Brass Band Kirchenmusik Fluhli, MG Konkordia Aedermannsdorf, MG Ufhusen and Hinterlander Jugend Brass Band claim the National titles in Lucerne.
Besson ready with early Christmas offers
November 29, 2025
If you are at the Swiss or Swedish Nationals, the Scottish Open or just off to do some earlier Christmas musical shopping, then put Besson on Santa's list — for some great deals.
Swiss connections add to Lucerne coverage
November 27, 2025
4BR will be linking up with their Swiss friends at BRASS BAND NEWS to provide extra insight and opinions about the performances in Lucerne this weekend.
Sparke ignites demand for 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival
November 27, 2025
There has already been an eager snap up of tickets for the showcase event at the RNCM in Manchester in January — led by a 75th birthday celebration of composer Philip Sparke.
Domestic and cross border challengers head to Perth
November 27, 2025
The bands are putting their final touches to their preparations for the Scottish Open and Scottish Youth Championships this weekend in Perth.
Whitburn and Scottish banding to benefit from Besson and Bergarault link
November 27, 2025
The two major instrument manufacturers link up to provide Scottish Champions and SBBA with percussion boost.
Williams solo lead on Milestone Tour
November 27, 2025
Glyn Williams had to be on solo form as part of the latest leg of the Milestone Tour to the South West of England.
Results: 2025 US Open Championship
November 27, 2025
Chicago Brass Band heads the entertainment stakes in Michigan to secure a first US Open Entertainment Championship title.
Evans to become new Bandmaster at ISB
November 26, 2025
Jonathan Evans will follow in the footsteps of Dr Stephen Cobb as the new Bandmaster of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army.
Harper to head to USA in 2026
November 26, 2025
The Cory MD will direct Chicago Brass Band at the North American Brass Band Championships.
Belgian contenders prepare for National challenges
November 26, 2025
18 bands will head to Heist-op-den-Berg this weekend for the 2025 Belgian National Championships.
World Cup draws made...
November 26, 2025
The global battles for WMC titles in Kerkrade have been made.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 12
November 26, 2025
The Brighouse brace are back with their viewpoints and opinions of the latest going-ons in the banding world — the coop to coffins and more.
Foden's welcome percussion addition
November 26, 2025
Ollie Jackson joins the percussion ranks at Foden's Band
Granite enjoy 175th anniversary celebrations
November 26, 2025
Music, history and well deserved awards were on offer at Granite City's recent 175th anniversary concert.
Hairsine tenure at Fulham comes to an end
November 26, 2025
The musical partnership between MD Sam Hairsine and Fulham Brass has ended after two seasons together.
Gregson's vision helped by chart success
November 26, 2025
Edward Gregson's latest CD release has already made its mark on the Classical Music charts.
Early Area success for Foden's
November 26, 2025
Over 100 performers have already benefitted from some early Area test-piece insight and help from Foden's Band players.
BrookWright Music: Jingle Bells Forever (Pierpont/Sousa/Smith arr. Lythaby)
November 26, 2025
A festive favourite with pinch of Sousa march magic for Christmas.
Petition aims to stop potential music services cut
November 26, 2025
An on-line petition has now been submitted to try and stop cuts to instrumental music services in Dumfries & Galloway.
Report & Results: 2025 GBBA Contest
November 26, 2025
Lydbrook head an impressive contest day of music making in Gloucestershire.
Results: 2025 NEMBBA Contest
November 26, 2025
Newstead Brass led the prize-winners in South Normanton with section wins for Hucknall & Linby MC, Hathern, Long Eaton Silver and Swinton & District Excelsior.
Radio: Touch of Brass
November 26, 2025
More music to enjoy over the airwaves from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.
4BR Review — Episode 11
November 23, 2025
Catch up with the latest 4BR Review with 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas
