News / 2026
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Birmingham hosts National Youth Championships
March 28, 2026
If you are anywhere near Birmingham today, get along and enjoy plenty of fantastic brass band performers.
Withington returns to Grimethorpe
March 28, 2026
Allan Withington will lead Grimethorpe Colliery at the British Open and Albert Hall National Final, as contesting connection with Carlton Main comes to an end.
Trombone stars add to Adams artist line-up
March 28, 2026
Tom Challinor and Jonathan Pippen have become Adams Artists.
Warm welcome for Lawson at Welsh champion
March 28, 2026
It's a been a long journey to get to his first rehearsal for Kyle Lawson at Cory — and its straight into concert action too.
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
March 28, 2026
The duo give their opinions on what they see as the dilution of adjudication standards.
Wobplay highlights added
March 28, 2026
You can enjoy a packed menu of recent brass band performances from the contest and concert stages thanks to Wobplay.
New principal at Yorkshire Champion
March 28, 2026
Hepworth has announced the signing of Oliver Tattersall as their new principal cornet.
Woodbridge 180th set for special musical tribute
March 28, 2026
A free 180th anniversary concert in the heart of London will see Woodbridge Excelsior Band celebrate with a brand new work from composer Alan Fernie.
Kirky set to commemorate Keeper of the Flame
March 28, 2026
Fund raising is well under way to help Kirkintilloch Band commission a lasting musical tribute to Peter Fraser MBE.
BrookWright Music: Odyssey Variations (Kevin Norbury)
March 28, 2026
A major work based on a European test-piece from the pen of Kevin Norbury.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode — 28
March 28, 2026
A look back at the Welsh Area Championships with views, interviews and opinions.
Wright & Round: Macchia (Philip Harper)
March 28, 2026
A wonderful lyrical euphonium with the scent of Sardinia to add to your concert programmes.
Radio: Touch of Brass
March 28, 2026
More music to enjoy over the airwaves from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge and their selection box of goodies.
Podcast: Whisky High Notes: Episode 1
March 26, 2026
Composer agent and whisky lover, Dr. Naomi Belshaw is joined by Sam McShane, Artistic Director of Kings Place to talk about whisky and classical music...
BrookWright Music: New Jerusalem (Kenneth Downie)
March 26, 2026
A upbeat march to put a concert audience in an immediate good mood from Kenneth Downie.
Guildhall Solo Competition entries now open
March 26, 2026
If you are a brass or percussion player aged 9-18 and Grade 3 and above, them why not enjoy yourself in competition and in finding out more about your playing skills...
Best Classical Recording Award for Tine Thing Helseth
March 26, 2026
The Norwegian trumpet soloist has won a prestigious Spellemannprisen for Best Classical Recording for her latest release, 'Echoes'.
Youth spotlight on Birmingham for National Championships
March 26, 2026
The Youth Championships of Great Britain take place in Birmingham on Saturday with 42 ensembles in non-competitive and competitive action.
Buckley celebrations at heart of Tredegar concert
March 25, 2026
The musical lives of Brian Buckley and his son Richard will be marked at a special concert this weekend in Swansea.
Dutch National Championship headed by Sparke
March 25, 2026
'Perihelion: Closer to the Sun' will test the top section bands at this year's Dutch National Championships.
Glover fits Sterling relaunch
March 25, 2026
Sterling Musical Instruments has welcomed euphonium player Mark Glover to its roster of Performance Artists, following the relaunch of the brand.
Morton takes Desford baton
March 25, 2026
David Morton is set to strengthen ties with National Champion by becoming Musical Director.
Enjoy ConsTest action on NXTOD
March 25, 2026
You can enjoy a packed day of own-choice test-piece action from the ConsTest contest thanks to NXTOD.
Hammonds ready for Best of Brass appearance
March 25, 2026
The Hammonds Band are next up at Pudsey Civic Hall as part of the popular Leeds 'Best of Brass' series.
World Youth Brass Band at Kerkrade
March 25, 2026
A World Youth Brass Band will perform at the WMC Contest in Kerkrade — and places are up for grabs.
