News / 2025
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Warm welcome and hot playing for Riverside Youth
July 23, 2025
Young players wishing to take their first steps on their banding journey are being encouraged to give things a buzz with Riverside Youth Band.
Radio: Touch of Brass
July 23, 2025
From ABBA to Slavonic Dance over the airwaves with Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge this weekend.
80th birthday concert celebration for Newton
July 19, 2025
Rodney Newton will enjoy a musical celebration of his birthday this weekend in Cambridge.
JHS Ltd set to close
July 19, 2025
The leading independent distributor and suppliers of Odyssey instrument brand set to close after 60 years of trading.
Lovatt joins Foden's for Regent Hall pre-National concert
July 19, 2025
Trumpet star Mike Lovatt will reconnect with Foden's Band for their pre-National preview concert at Regent Hall.
Sold out signs up in Cheltenham
July 19, 2025
Hotel demand from National qualifiers mean sold out signs are posted in Cheltenham.
Cory tributes to Russell
July 19, 2025
Cory horn star Ailsa Russell reflects on countless memories as she heads to new future.
British Open countdown: 50 days to go
July 18, 2025
There are now fewer than 140 premium tickets to be snapped up for the 171st British Open.
More milestones to achieve for Williams duo
July 18, 2025
New musical avenues will be marked by yet more milestones for Glyn and Helen Williams.
New Nordic President at coop
July 18, 2025
Olav M Skar has reconnected with the cooperation band in his new role as Band President.
Life changing opportunity for Tongan youth
July 18, 2025
The first Tongan Youth Band course is looking for support to help give musical youngsters a life changing opportunity.
Scottish youth ready for music making and fun
July 18, 2025
170 youngsters will be heading to Strathallan to enjoy themselves on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course.
Tomlinson music helps Longridge celebration
July 18, 2025
A new arrangement by Dan Price of Ernest Tomlinson's 'A Gaelic Lullaby'
Youngsters urged to join the coop
July 18, 2025
The Cooperation Youth Band is looking to enjoy yet another great season of fun music making.
UniBrass initiatives help student summer fun
July 18, 2025
The UniBrass Foundation offers plenty of summer engagement for students as they look towards 2026.
Half century of Northop dedication
July 18, 2025
50 years of outstanding banding service by John Williams has been marked by Northop Silver Band.
New appointments at Making Music
July 18, 2025
New members join the board at the UKs musical making organisation.
Newiss joins the rail network at York
July 18, 2025
The experienced Kathy Newiss joins York Railway Institute Band on flugel horn.
BrookWright Music: Pachelbel Rock (Pachebel arr. Steven Ponsford)
July 18, 2025
A new take on an old classic brings invention to any concert programme.
Dobcross raises a glass for National title success
July 18, 2025
It's not just Dobcross Silver Band that will be looking to claim a national title later this year.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 12
July 18, 2025
More insight into the banding world in North Wales with the trio of podcasters and friends.
Quintet lead major commissioning project
July 17, 2025
Five leading bands collaborate to reach out to new major compositional voices — starting with award winning composer Richard Blackford.
4BR Review to go live...
July 15, 2025
For the next episode on Wednesday evening at 7.00pm, the 4BR Review will be live broadcast — and we want your to ask the questions that matter...
National Youth Ambassadors inspire Bradford youngsters
July 15, 2025
The NYBBGB Ambassador Ensemble has played their part in celebrating all things brass in Bradford.
Great Hall conclusion for IBBSS global delegates
July 15, 2025
The Great Hall at Swansea University will provide the venue to close this year's International Brass Band Summer School.
