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Cory return to contest action after memorable tour
The National champion is getting ready for a slightly shorter trip this weekend to Brass in Concert after recently returning form a memorable tour to the Canada and the USA.
November 10, 2026
Marsden image marks Remembrance Day
Images taken of Marsden Sliver Band's bass and marching drums by photographer Lorne Campbell were seen by newspaper readers across the country on the weekend.
November 10, 2026
Huge field of contenders for Maurice Andre International Trumpet Competition
100 candidates from 27 countries will test themselves in competition to try and claim the prestigious trumpet title.
November 10, 2026
Orbital masterclasses offer prelude to Scottish premiere
The final commissioning premiere of Richard Blackford's 'Orbital' will take place in Scotland later this month — aided by a masterclass given Martyn Brabbins.
November 10, 2026
New MD at MK Brass
Josh Geddes is the new Musical Director at Milton Keynes Brass.
November 10, 2026
Finale approaches for UniBrass Composition Competition
You can still get your entry in for the 2027 UniBrass Foundation Composition Competition.
November 10, 2026
Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel
The latest episode of the BBC Radio 3 programme is out this weekend with music from Thierry Deleruyelle and Errollyn Wallen amongst others.
November 10, 2026
BrookWright Music: The Andrew Wainwright Christmas Collection
If its fresh festive music to add to any concert, then Andrew Wainwright's Christmas Collection is perfect stocking filler.
November 10, 2026
Brilliant Besson deals at John Packer Ltd
You can use your connection with 4Barsrest to get a great deal on a Besson Sovereign BE928G cornet at John Packer.
November 10, 2026
Hotels ready for Europeans
The hotel accommodation specialist rooms4groups has plenty of great deals ready for the 2027 European Brass Band Championships in Montreux.
November 10, 2026
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 40
The latest episode of the popular podcast is a tribute to their much missed friend Steve Edwards who recently passed away.
November 10, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More great brass band music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
November 10, 2026
Future Europeans to head to Belgium and Denmark
Antwerp and Copenhagen have been confirmed as the hosts cities for the 2029 and 2030 European Championships.
November 09, 2026
World of Brass to live-broadcast Norwegian National Championships
The action from the 2027 Norwegian National Championships will be live-streamed by World of Brass on their wobplay.com media platform.
November 08, 2026
Results: 2026 SWBBA Contest
Tongwynlais Temperance claims the cross border honours in Torquay with section wins for Weston Brass, St. Pinnock, Pendennis Brass, St. Austell Youth and Hatherleigh Training.
November 08, 2026
Result: 2026 SBBBA Borders Entertainment Contest
Jedforest Instrumental claim the honours in Galashiels.
November 08, 2026
Results: 2026 Siddis Championships
Manger become Norway's top entertainers for the first time since 2021, with section wins for Gjallarhorn, Bergen Brass, Oster Brass and Randaberg.
November 08, 2026
Change in judging teams for 2027 Spring Festival
A conflict of interest sees Dr Robert Childs step down from his Grand Shield adjudication appointment, with Col David Barringer now taking Senior Cup roll.
November 05, 2026
Live Wobplay coverage of Siddis Championships
You can sit back and enjoy the Norwegian entertainment on offer from Stavanger on Saturday on the wobplay.com media platform.
November 05, 2026
Easington's backing to John Lewis festive advert
Your can hear the sound of a brass ensemble from Easington Colliery Band on this year's John Lewis & Partners Christmas advert.
November 05, 2026
Excellent response to NYBBGB Composer Competition
Lots of interest, but there is still plenty of time to get entries in for the John Gillam Young Composer Competition run by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
November 05, 2026
Vertommen to lead Festival Brass at Belgian Championships
The experienced Luc Vertommen will lead Festival Brass Band in Heist-op-den-Berg later this month as MD Senne La Mela takes principal cornet role.
November 05, 2026
Morley March Contest boosted
The popular march contest adds to its attractions for 2027.
November 05, 2026
Wright & Round: O Hear Us (Naomi Rebecca Hill)
A new release from the award-winning composer inspired by the hymn tune 'Melita'.
November 05, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
A special Remembrance Day broadcast from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
November 05, 2026
