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Former conductor given child offence sentence
Ben Coulson is given a 10-year sexual harm prevention order and is required to sign the sex offenders' register for the next decade as part of his Crown Court sentencing.
July 24, 2025
Last chance to claim free member ticket to BBE Brass Band Conference
Your will need to be quick to book your ticket to be part of an exciting day looking towards the future of the brass banding movement.
July 24, 2025
Albert Hall judges announced
Dr Stephen Cobb, Ian Bousfield and Rob Wiffin will be charged with picking a winner at the Royal Albert Hall in October.
July 24, 2025
Skills and creativity boosted on NYBBS Course
In addition to the music making the players on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Summer course are learning extra skills.
July 24, 2025
Entry packs ready for Welsh Open 2026
You will need to be quick off the mark on 1st August to claim your spot at the Welsh Open.
July 24, 2025
Youth Brass 2000 spotlight at National Final
The pre-results entertainment at this year's Royal Albert Hall National Final will be provided by Youth Brass 2000 and friends.
July 24, 2025
Renfrew thrill locals ahead of final prep for Cheltenham
Renfrew Burgh Band were joined by Sheona White to showcase their talents ahead of the final leg of fund-raising for their trip to the National Finals.
July 24, 2025
Cosentino to bring brass banding link to Bogota
The Besson tuba artist is hoping that a banding foothold will be established during his visit to 'Brass Week' at the Universidad Distrital Francisco.
July 24, 2025
Youth places up for grabs in Cumbria
There are still places to be filled for a cracking youth led course at Sedburgh School next month.
July 23, 2025
Warm welcome and hot playing for Riverside Youth
Young players wishing to take their first steps on their banding journey are being encouraged to give things a buzz with Riverside Youth Band.
July 23, 2025
Radio: Touch of Brass
From ABBA to Slavonic Dance over the airwaves with Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge this weekend.
July 23, 2025
80th birthday concert celebration for Newton
Rodney Newton will enjoy a musical celebration of his birthday this weekend in Cambridge.
July 19, 2025
JHS Ltd set to close
The leading independent distributor and suppliers of Odyssey instrument brand set to close after 60 years of trading.
July 19, 2025
Lovatt joins Foden's for Regent Hall pre-National concert
Trumpet star Mike Lovatt will reconnect with Foden's Band for their pre-National preview concert at Regent Hall.
July 19, 2025
Sold out signs up in Cheltenham
Hotel demand from National qualifiers mean sold out signs are posted in Cheltenham.
July 19, 2025
Cory tributes to Russell
Cory horn star Ailsa Russell reflects on countless memories as she heads to new future.
July 19, 2025
British Open countdown: 50 days to go
There are now fewer than 140 premium tickets to be snapped up for the 171st British Open.
July 18, 2025
More milestones to achieve for Williams duo
New musical avenues will be marked by yet more milestones for Glyn and Helen Williams.
July 18, 2025
New Nordic President at coop
Olav M Skar has reconnected with the cooperation band in his new role as Band President.
July 18, 2025
Life changing opportunity for Tongan youth
The first Tongan Youth Band course is looking for support to help give musical youngsters a life changing opportunity.
July 18, 2025
Scottish youth ready for music making and fun
170 youngsters will be heading to Strathallan to enjoy themselves on the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland course.
July 18, 2025
Tomlinson music helps Longridge celebration
A new arrangement by Dan Price of Ernest Tomlinson's 'A Gaelic Lullaby'
July 18, 2025
Youngsters urged to join the coop
The Cooperation Youth Band is looking to enjoy yet another great season of fun music making.
July 18, 2025
UniBrass initiatives help student summer fun
The UniBrass Foundation offers plenty of summer engagement for students as they look towards 2026.
July 18, 2025
Half century of Northop dedication
50 years of outstanding banding service by John Williams has been marked by Northop Silver Band.
July 18, 2025
