News / 2026
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Atherton adds to Rath artist roster
June 28, 2026
Brighouse & Rastrick bass trombone player Ollie Atherton has become a Rath Trombones artist.
Brass bands regain Parliamentary voice
June 27, 2026
The setting up of a new All Party Parliamentary Group for Brass Banding gives brass bands a specific voice of support in Westminster.
Interview with Alan Duguid
June 26, 2026
4BR talks to conductor Alan Duguid about the inspirations behind his band's latest contemporary concert featuring works by Malcolm Arnold, David Bedford, Judith Bingham, Freddie Myers, Richard Rodney Bennett, Edmund Rubbra and Raymond Yiu.
Alan Jenkins funeral details announced
June 25, 2026
The funeral details for the highly respected musician and journalist Alan Jenkins have been announced.
Gray and Waespi to lead joint masterclass approach in Bern
June 25, 2026
A four-day conducting and composing masterclass led by Russell Gray and Oliver Waespi will take place in Bern later this year.
Invites open for Scottish Festival of Brass
June 25, 2026
Bands wishing to take part in the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge and the Scottish Open supported by Besson.
Bands urged to join Learn to Play initiative
June 25, 2026
Bands can play their part in the Music for All 'Learn to Play' initiative later this year.
Remembering Trevor Austin
June 24, 2026
One of the most respected figures in the brass band business world passed away a year ago — with his memory still fondly remembered.
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.
