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Fanfare welcomes at York Early Music Festival
A brand new fanfare written by Yorkshire composer Sam Meredith will be played during the opening weekend by the German renaissance ensemble (hanse) Pfeyffery.
June 05, 2026
President hopes to build on momentum in NZ
Following a successful National Championships, New Zealand banding must build on the momentum created according to its President.
June 05, 2026
Dual euph arrival boosts Imps
Yorkshire Imperial has boosted its euphonium ranks with the arrival of the experienced duo of Toni Durrant and Liz Wood.
June 05, 2026
Wainwright enjoys life on the hog
Composer Andrew Wainwright has been an interview guest on the 'Brass Hog' website.
June 05, 2026
Wright & Round: Enchantment in Paris (Philip Harper)
A touch of Parisian artistry for any cornet player to add to their solo CV.
June 05, 2026
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode 33
Part 2 of a chat with well known bandsman John Powell.
June 05, 2026
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 22
The duo look back on their recent successful Whit Friday experience playing with Brighouse & Rastrick Band.
June 05, 2026
Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features
There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.
June 04, 2026
Conway ends his way at Diggle
Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.
June 04, 2026
New Euph addition at Cory
Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.
June 04, 2026
BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed
10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.
June 04, 2026
Brass and steam...
Royal Oakeley Silver will be providing the musical accompaniment to a great weekend of steam in North Wales.
June 04, 2026
Dobcross Youth honour much loved former member
The memory of a stalwart former member will be maintained through music with cornet presentation.
June 04, 2026
Coleford set for second helping of brass
The Forest of Dean town will welcome 9 bands to perform throughout the day on Saturday 13th June — with a massed bands finale as well.
June 04, 2026
Bont celebrations for 80th anniversary
Pontardulais Band will celebrate its 80th anniversary by looking back on its proud history as well as forward to an exciting future.
June 04, 2026
Give you mouthpiece a Summer makeover with Doodles
If you are taking a Summer break then why not take the opportunity to come back to a mouthpiece that looks as good as you...
June 04, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
Lots more great music to enjoy with march flavour in June from presenters Martin and Julie.
June 04, 2026
New six pack from Presto
Six new and old releases with a connection to the brass band world to enjoy through Presto Music.
June 03, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 Tameside Whit Friday
Foden's retain their Whit Friday title with a Presidential flourish in Tameside.
June 02, 2026
Scottish banding battles for success
A recent article in one of Scotland's leading newspapers has highlighted both the successes and challenges faced by its banding organisations.
June 01, 2026
Death of David Banwell
The death has been announced of David Banwell, the widely respected former player, conductor and member of the 4BR team.
June 01, 2026
Whitsuntide celebration on Radio 4
The celebration of Whitsuntide in Saddleworth has been marked on Radio 4 — accompanied by brass band music
May 31, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 Saddleworth & Oldham District Whit Friday
The official results from each venue have now been announced with confirmation that Brighouse & Rastrick are crowned champions as Milnrow take local honours and Tewit Silver Youth take the youth prize.
May 31, 2026
New band formed after Festival Brass spilt
Antwerp Brass has been formed after a major split from former Belgian champion Festival Brass after their European Championship appearance in Linz — led by Guy Audenaert and Harmen Vanhoorne.
May 30, 2026
Conductors enjoy Gray and Black inspiration
Russell Gray and Stuart Black take the lead on the Scotsman's latest conducting course.
May 30, 2026
