News / 2026
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Research recognition for RNCM
January 8 • The Royal Northern College of Music adds to its established recognition as a leading centre for the advanced study of music performance and composition.
ODBBA confident of capacity turn-out
January 8 • You will need to be quick to make sure you get your entry in for the Oxford & District Brass Band Association Winter Contest.
Geneva boost to cross border battle
January 8 • Geneva Instruments has boosted the prize funds for the forthcoming 'Clans vs Counties Contest' in June.
Elland to lead youth procession to the Minster
January 8 • Eight youth and training bands will provide the musical entertainment at Halifax Minster next month.
Newstead Brass - Brett Baker
Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA
The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert
Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER
Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships
Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015
Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships
Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015
Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships
Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ
Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band
January 8 • Following our promotion to the 2nd section we are looking for a percussionist to do a bit of bing bonging on the timps for the regionals in March. We are a lovely band - everyone says so - so please get in touch. Rehearsals Weds from 1930 in Putney.
Mid Rhondda Band
January 6 • Mid Rhondda Band are currently looking for a trombone player and percussionists to join the team. We are a friendly, welcoming 3rd section band working towards competing in the Welsh Area in March. We also have a variety of events booked for 2026.
The Marple Band
January 6 • Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly, ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new year.
James McLeod
BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor