News / 2025
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Darwen Brass issues Area statement
February 26, 2025
Darwen Brass has made its official comment on its disqualification from the recent North West Regional Championships.
Bowman honour with Coalburn Award
February 26, 2025
The memory of Beth Damer is being celebrated at Coalburn Band with the annual presentation of the award in her name.
All diversions lead to Brighouse
February 26, 2025
If you want to hear the West Riding Band in action on the Area set-work then head to Brighouse this evening.
Darwen disqualification at North West Regional Championships
February 25, 2025
A player registration infringement has seen Darwen Brass disqualified from first place at the Fourth Section North West Regional Championships.
Report & Results: 2025 North West Regional Championships
February 23, 2025
It's nine wins on the trot for Foden's whilst victories go to Tyldesley, Middleton, Dobcross and Red Admiral Brass at the Winter Gardens.
4BR Area coverage
February 22, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox has confirmed a different approach to coverage of the Regional Championship events.
North West Area line-ups
February 21, 2025
The bands will put their final preparations in place ahead of their performances in Blackpool on Sunday.
Wallace presented with SBBA Outstanding Achievement Award
February 21, 2025
John Wallace CBE has been presented with the 'Outstanding Achievement Award' by the Scottish Brass Band Association.
Look ahead to Cheltenham and London with rooms4groups
February 21, 2025
The hotel accommodation specialists are waiting your call if you get the nod from the judges at Blackpool this weekend...
Easington look to claim a double number 1
February 21, 2025
Easington Colliery has teamed up with pop star Sam Fender for his latest release — with the aim of topping two different charts in March.
Roche part of Welsh UPROAR
February 21, 2025
Composer David John Roche will be bringing his latest composition to smaller venues around ales as part of an UPROAR performance.
Set work delight for Euro publishers
February 21, 2025
The four new works featured at the Europeans in Stavanger will be available to study and then perform across the world.
ConsTest draw announced
February 21, 2025
You can now purchase your tickets for the popular ConsTest contest in Birmingham in April.
Funeral of C Brian Buckley
February 21, 2025
The funeral of the esteemed conductor and adjudicator will take place on Wednesday 26th February.
A revitalised River Thames inspires Welsh composer to success
February 20, 2025
A work inspired by the revitalisation of the River Thames sees Alex Scaife-McGee claim composition award.
New quartet adds experience to Grimethorpe Area challenge
February 20, 2025
Chris Gomersall, Mark Frost, Andy Holmes and Paul Argyle add talent to go with the experience for Grimethorpe Yorkshire Area challenge.
Area challenges a Doodle
February 20, 2025
Dave Houghton will be bringing his mouthpiece services to the North West Regional Championships in Blackpool this weekend.
Coalburn celebrate inclusive progress
February 20, 2025
From beginners to the seniors, the Coalburn Band organisation has had plenty to celebrate in the past 12 months.
Dr Martin contest open for entries
February 20, 2025
There is a generous prize pot on offer at the Dr Martin Wainstone Cup Contest in July — with the event now open for entries.
Workshop success in South West
February 20, 2025
Adam Bokaris, Christopher and Stephanie Binns led the delegates at the annual SWBBA Mid-Winter workshop.
Chiswick spotlight on brass
February 20, 2025
There will be plenty to enjoy at the Chiswick Brass Festival this weekend.
Key appointment at Milton Keynes for 2025 season
February 20, 2025
Milton Keynes Brass has welcomed the arrival of the experienced trio of Neil Brownless, Ben Smith and John Kinsella.
Radio: Touch of Brass
February 20, 2025
There is a great programme to enjoy with Martin Upfold this weekend.
Transitions and dualities to test European contenders
February 19, 2025
EBBA has released further details of the works by Norwegian composers Fredrick Schjelderup and Ingebjorg Vilhelmsen that will face the bands in the Championship and Challenge Sections in Stavanger.
EBBA provide details of Euro Youth Championship test-pieces
February 19, 2025
Works inspired by the Nordic landscape and activities will challenge the competitors at the European Youth Championships in Stavanger.
