News / 2026
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Grimethorpe add quartet strength to ranks
June 24, 2026
Four new players have joined Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
Freckleton partnership comes to an end
June 24, 2026
John Atkinson has taken his final bow with the Freckleton Band.
Hobbins to lead Eccles Borough
June 24, 2026
The experienced Alan Hobbins is the new Musical Director at Eccles Borough Band.
Radio: Touch of Brass
June 24, 2026
Lots more great music to enjoy with presenters Martin and Julie as they Shine a Light on the banding world with their popular programme
Report & Result: 2026 Brass at Beamish March & Hymn Tune contest
June 23, 2026
All beaming smiles for Bathgate as they retain their grip on the popular march and hymn tune title.
Report & Result: 2026 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune
June 23, 2026
Milnrow adds to British Open contesting funds with double top victory in Darwen.
World Rankings: June 2026
June 22, 2026
Flowers bloom as Gloucester band reach No. 1 in the world after historic European triumph.
Results: 2026 West of England Bandsmen's Festival
June 21, 2026
The GUS Band reclaims the famous Royal Trophy for the first time in 71 years on a wonderful day of music making in the sunshine in Bugle.
Last chord for Lewis at Queensbury Music Centre
June 21, 2026
The double Yorkshire Area title winner thanks MD Chris Lewis after he decides to step down from conducting role.
Death of Frank Mathison
June 21, 2026
The death has been announced of the former bass trombone player of the London Symphony Orchestra and City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
Foden's and friends...
June 21, 2026
The North West Area champion was joined by six friendly bands for a great evening of community music making.
Wilby premiere in County Down
June 20, 2026
Philip Wilby's 'Spring Requiem' will receive its world premiere performed by the Ulster Consort & Players.
Invisible presence for cooperation band in Orkney
June 20, 2026
the cooperation band will perform Gabrieli's 'Invisible Symphony' as well as their Brass in Concert winning 'La Premier' as part of the St Magnus International Festival in Orkney.
Elland set for showcase six-pack spectacular
June 20, 2026
Six ensembles from the Yorkshire band will take to the stage at Huddersfield Town Hall next month in a fantastic show of community led music making.
Muted quartet set to help holiday treats
June 20, 2026
Get a quartet of Champion cornet mutes from Band Supplies are you will save a few bob on those new sunglasses your always wanted for your hols...
Brassed Off to be performed at British Open weekend
June 20, 2026
The iconic sound of Grimley Colliery Band will be heard on the Sunday at Symphony Hall as 'Brassed Off Live' comes to Birmingham the day after the British Open.
World Championships to be streamed
June 19, 2026
It has been announced that the brass band events at the World Championships in Kerkrade will be live-streamed.
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.
