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National good luck for bands from rooms4groups
The accommodation specialists are supporting all the bands on their competitive visit to their home city this weekend.
September 18, 2026
Bands prepare for Swiss Open in reflection
The 36th Besson Swiss Open takes place this weekend with thoughts of celebration tempered by reflection on the passing of Markus S. Bach.
September 18, 2026
Bands get ready for York tests
All the preparation has just about been done as bands look forward to taking to the stage at York, Barbican in search of National title success. .
September 18, 2026
Dutch previews on National test-pieces
You can now listen to preview performances for the First, Second, Third and Fourth Division test-pieces for the 2026 Dutch National Championships.
September 18, 2026
NYBBGB Summer Concert now on You Tube
You can now enjoy the Summer Course Concert of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain from the comfort of your home.
September 18, 2026
Chapel-en-le-Frith reaches final chord
140 years of brass banding history comes to end as trustees take decision to wind up Derbyshire band.
September 18, 2026
EBBA appoints Content Creators
EBBA looks to strengthen its communication, storytelling and digital engagement with appointment of two new Content Creators.
September 18, 2026
BrookWright Music: A Christmas Canon (Trad arr. William Gordon)
A seamless combination of two well-loved Christmas favourites ideal for any festive concert
September 18, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
September 18, 2026
Death of Markus S. Bach
The death has been announced of Markus S. Bach, one of the pioneering figures of the European brass band movement.
September 18, 2026
The Section 1-4 National Finals are in York this weekend
There will be plenty of great music to enjoy over two packed days at York, Barbican this weekend.
September 16, 2026
NYBBGB audition dates announced
Auditions will take place across the UK for youngsters wishing to be part of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain ensembles.
September 16, 2026
Elite memory test for Norwegian National
Torstein Aagaard-Nilsen's 'Mnemosyne Phrases' has been announced as the set-work for the Elite Division of the Norwegian National Championships.
September 16, 2026
Wright & Round: Samba de Haps (Philip Harper)
Bring some serious energy to your next concert with this fantastic new addition to the Wright & Round catalogue.
September 16, 2026
New build future beckons for Rivington & Adlington
Players past and present can leave their mark as Rivington & Adlington Band looks forward to bright new build future.
September 16, 2026
Purcell offers free Brass Experience
The Purcell School is offering young players the opportunity to develop their musicianship, build confidence and enjoy making music alongside other enthusiastic brass players — and all for free.
September 16, 2026
Cory to lead side by side opportunity
The Welsh Champion will help inspire the next generation of young players with their 'Side-by-Side' initiative at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama.
September 16, 2026
BrookWright Music: Cofio Aberfan (Alex Scaife McGee)
A moving work that marks the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan tragedy designed for commemorative programmes, civic events, and concert performances.
September 16, 2026
Super Dep adds to the ranks at Easington Colliery
The vastly experienced and versatile Bob Stradling has been welcomed into the full time ranks of Easington Colliery.
September 16, 2026
Red Admiral Contest to be live-streamed
NXTOD will once again provide live-stream action from all sections of the popular Red Admiral Entertainment Contest.
September 16, 2026
Test Match interest in British Open
The BBC cricket commentators were keeping ear on the action from Symphony Hall on the weekend.
September 16, 2026
Great entry for Elland Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet Contest
There is a super field of entrants for the annual Elland Silver Band Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet Contest.
September 16, 2026
Pontypridd Festival hailed as successful blast
The annual weekend of great brass music making in the Welsh valleys town of Pontypridd has been hailed as a great success.
September 16, 2026
Report & Result: 2026 British Open Championship
Foden's led by Russell Gray claim the 172nd British Open with music making of the richest emotion.
September 12, 2026
4BR Review — Episode 21
4BR Editor Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas look forward to the 172nd British Open Championship in Birmingham on the weekend.
September 11, 2026
