News / 2026
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New arrivals and progression at Broxburn
June 19, 2026
New signings and great progress has been made with players coming to Broxburn & Livingston Band
Future foundations now in place for Rivington & Adlington
June 19, 2026
The North West band has taken a huge step forward in securing its base for its musical future.
Invest in Gold...
June 19, 2026
Players have enjoyed dividend payment over many years from their investment in gold for their mouthpieces.
BrookWright Music: Peter and the Wolf (Prokofiev arr. Duncan Wilson)
June 19, 2026
Have the wolf at the concert door with this wonderful audience friendly arrangement of the Prokofiev classic.
Red Admiral Hymn & March Contest to be live-streamed on NXTOD
June 19, 2026
You will be able to enjoy the popular hymn and march contest from the comfort of your home, at work, on on your travels...
No vote for change as Dutch hit 40 mark for Nationals
June 19, 2026
40 bands will head to Utrecht for the Dutch National Championships after the top section bands vote to remain musically the same.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 34
June 19, 2026
The latest episode of the banding podcast with a North Walian accent.
Podcast: Brassettes — Episodes 7 & 8
June 19, 2026
Join presenter Joanne Behan for two new interviews with inspiring women in the banding world as the new series returns.
MPs vote against Albert Hall ticket proposals
June 16, 2026
A Private Members Bill to amend the constitution of the charity that runs the Royal Albert Hall and its long held ticketing policy has been defeated in Parliament amid accusations of "outrageous profiteering".
4BR Review: Episode 19
June 15, 2026
Join Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas on Wednesday 17th June at 7.00pm for the latest live broadcast 4BR Review.
Result: 2026 Wetherby March & Hymn Tune
June 15, 2026
Thoresby Colliery takes 'The Drovers' march and hymn tune honours in Wetherby.
Result: 2026 East Midlands March & Hymn Tune Contest
June 15, 2026
Newstead Brass lead the march and hymn way to victory at a sunny Harborough.
Withington bows out with a Russian flourish
June 15, 2026
The musical partnership between Allan Withington and Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band came to an end in France with a memorable musical flourish.
Dedicated Childs services marked by Black Dyke Band
June 15, 2026
The recent Black Dyke Brass Festival marked the retirement of administrator Alison Childs.
The Brass Band Hall of Fame gets published
June 14, 2026
Brass band historian Tim Mutum's new book provides essential portraits of nearly 140 brass band conductors, players and personalities.
Result: 2026 Dutch Open
June 14, 2026
Local favourites Provinciale Brassband Groningen reclaims the Dutch Open title on a day of double delight.
Dr Martin postpones contest until 2027
June 14, 2026
The Dr Martin Wainstones Cup Contest has been postponed this year, but will return with a date already fixed for 2027.
Entries now open for SWBBA Contest in Torquay
June 14, 2026
The popular own choice event takes place in November — and entries are now open.
Cory keep quiet about latest partnership link...
June 14, 2026
The Welsh champion has linked up to become an endorsee of the sshhmute brand.
Wee Tooners set to provide Langholm with next generation of players
June 14, 2026
A new initiative by Langholm Band in Scotland is hoping to provide a new stream of playing talent — young and a bit older...
BrookWright Music: Rondo from Mozart Bassoon Concerto (Mozart arr. Jack Lythaby)
June 14, 2026
Bring a touch of classical Mozart to your concert.
Mr Carson returns to lead Melton
June 14, 2026
The actor behind two iconic film figures took to the baton with Melton Band...
Still time to get your camping gear on
June 14, 2026
If you want to enjoy a six-day Band Camp with the team from UniBrass, then sign up and you get a bucket hat too!
