News / 2025
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Black Dyke make collaborative link with Oldroyd Instruments
August 22, 2025
The Queensbury Band announces partnership with instrument maker.
Welsh Youth ready to shine on tour
August 21, 2025
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be heard on tour in Wrexham, Aberystwyth and Newport over the next three days.
Join the 4BR conversation tonight
August 20, 2025
Episode 6 of the 4BR Review podcast will be broadcast live on YouTube this evening (Wednesday 20th August) at 7.00pm — and we want to hear from you.
Judges announced for Brass in Concert
August 20, 2025
The panel of judges who will make the decisions at the Brass in Concert and Youth Brass in Concert Championships have been revealed.
When the Police come calling...
August 19, 2025
There was a wonderful musical visit to an old friend made by the members of the South Yorkshire Police Band.
Price to lead UniBrass scratch band
August 19, 2025
Andrea Price is to lead a great get together day of student brass band music making.
Saynor ends tuba tenure at Black Dyke Band
August 18, 2025
Gavin Saynor makes the reluctant decision to bring his six year tuba tenure at the Yorkshire champion to an end.
Belfast SA hosts latest Come and Play invitation
August 18, 2025
Belfast Temple Salvation Army Band has announced that it will host its latest 'Come and Play' event next month.
17 bands line up for Troon entertainment
August 18, 2025
There will be a packed day of brass band contesting in Troon later this month.
Lane to lead adjudication of UniBrass Composition Competition
August 18, 2025
Composer Liz Lane will be joined by Lucy Green and Christian Goodwin to judge entries for the 2026 UniBrass Composition Competition.
Yamaha helps with Border judgement
August 18, 2025
The Scottish Borders Brass Band Association has announced that Yamaha will help support adjudication costs for its contest.
Podcast: Brass Unpacked
August 18, 2025
A different look at some of the most well known major test-pieces...
Shipston pride at National Youth principals
August 18, 2025
Alec Banner and Alex Jeffrey are the latest Shipston Town Band youngsters to make their mark on the National Youth Band stage.
BrookWright Music: Creole Fanfare — Overture for New Orleans (Alon Nechushtan)
August 18, 2025
A super brass quintet that will bring something a little different in more ways than one to any programme.
Young baritone star shines on Children's course
August 18, 2025
Neythen Powell-Jones enjoyed his best course so far in his growing musical journey.
Radio: Touch of Brass
August 18, 2025
More brass band music from the Brunel Brass organisation to enjoy with Martin and Julie this week and much, much more...
Endorsement and reservations from UKLBF to automatic National invitations
August 13, 2025
The UK Leading Bands Forum has welcomed the return of the four band automatic invitation to Albert Hall Final — but with pointed reservations.
Make a presto decision to add to your recording collection...
August 13, 2025
There are six more, new and classic CDs and downloads to consider as you build your brass collection through a new partnership between 4BR and Presto Music.
Fewer than 100 premium tickets left for British Open
August 13, 2025
If you want to to snap up a ticket for the Stalls or Upper Circle for this year's British Open, then make sure you don't miss out.
Gregson's Choice on National eve
August 13, 2025
You can still grab a seat for the chance to hear an evening of great Edward Gregson music on the eve of the Albert Hall National Final from the ISB and Ian Bousfield.
Wallace explores the mysteries of Gabrieli's Invisible Symphony
August 13, 2025
John Wallace is on the trail of an invisible symphony for brass...
Radio: Touch of Brass
August 13, 2025
A special feature of the music making of the Brunel Brass organisation to enjoy with Martin and Julie this week — and next.
Armed Man success for Aldbourne
August 12, 2025
The West of England Area champion has enjoyed acclaim after playing their part in a new take on Sir Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man'.
German youth latest to enjoy Royal College spotlight
August 12, 2025
One of Germany's leading youth wind ensembles will be showcasing their talents with its brass band links in the heart of London.
125th anniversary welcome to Unite alumni
August 12, 2025
Players and supporters past and present will be welcomed to a showcase celebration of the 125th anniversary of Unite the Union Band.
