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Skunkworks

A brass band camp with a difference...

January 15, 2026
The latest Skunkworks Community Bright Brass & Percussion Summer Intensive in Australia came with snake bites, heat stress gastroenteritis and bushfires, as well as plenty of great music making...


Podcast

Festival focus for 4BR Review podcast

January 14, 2026
Join the live podcast broadcast this evening with Iwan Fox, Chris Thomas and Dr David Thornton as they preview the attractions at the forthcoming RNCM International Brass Band Festival.


RBC

Area test-piece focus at RBC Brass Day

January 14, 2026
Players, conductors and brass band supporters can enjoy a full day of Third and Fourth Section test-piece workshops in Birmingham — with a Thomas Fountain bonus.


RNCM Festival

Cymbals to soundtracks on offer at RNCM Percussion Day

January 14, 2026
There will be a full day of percussion attractions on offer at the RNCM in February.


Desford

Desford landmark with latest Vietnam tour

January 14, 2026
The 2025 National Champion will head to Vietnam as they mark their 20th overseas tour.


Siobhan Edwards

Essay radio excellence for Edwards

January 14, 2026
Black Dyke Band tenor horn player Siobhan Edwards was spotlighted on Radio 3 this week.


Concert

BrookWright Music: Classical Concert! (arr. Alex Scaife McGee)

January 14, 2026
A high energy concert crowd pleaser — sure to be an Ode to Joy...


Leeds Best of Brass

GUS set for Best of Brass at Pudsey

January 14, 2026
The Midlands Regional Champion will head north this weekend as part of the Leeds 'Best of Brass' concert series.


EBBA Linz

Austrian celebration to be showcased at EBBC Gala Concert

January 13, 2026
An unforgettable celebration of Austrian music is promised at the Gala Concert of the European Brass Band Championships in Linz later this year.


David Morton

Morton set to link with Sandefjord

January 13, 2026
David Morton is set to become Musical Director of Sandefjord Brass Symposium in Autumn 2026.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

January 13, 2026
More great music to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.


Ammal Bhatia

4BR Monday interview with Ammal Bhatia

January 12, 2026
We talk to 26-year-old Ammal Bhatia, a Leverhulme Scholar completing his Masters in Conducting at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland who will compete in the NYBBGB Conductor Competition in Tidworth on the weekend.


4BR Podcast

4BR Review podcast — RNCM International Brass Band Festival

January 12, 2026
Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas will be joined by RNCM International Brass Band Festival Artistic Director Dr David Thornton this Wednesday to focus on the forthcoming showcase event in Manchester.


Peter Moore

Moore spotlight in Birmingham, Barcelona and London

January 12, 2026
Peter Moore will be joining forces with various friends and ensembles for a busy January series of performances — including an exciting Trivergence of troms.


Philip Jones

Philip Jones celebration in London

January 12, 2026
Leading student brass ensembles will celebrate the life and legacy of the iconic trumpet player Philip Jones.


Regional Championships

BBP Registry issues reminder

January 12, 2026
Bands are being reminded that they need to have all their registration requirements in order ahead of the regional championships this year.


Easington Colliery

New signings at Easington

January 12, 2026
The North of England Championship contenders strengthen their ranks with two experienced new signings.


Ted Griffiths

Funeral service for Ted Griffiths

January 12, 2026
The funeral service details for Ted Griffiths have been confirmed.


John Wallace CBE

Death of John Wallace CBE

January 12, 2026
The death has been announced of one of the UK's most influential brass musicians.


Huddersfield

Huddersfield Uni strengthens link with Army

January 11, 2026
The student connection between the University of Huddersfield Wind Band and the Band of the Royal Yorkshire Regiment continues to be strengthened under MD Jim Fieldhouse.


Sine Nomiee

Brookwright Music: Sine Nomine (Vaughan Williams arr. Andrew Wainwright)

January 11, 2026
A wonderful set of four contrasting variations based on 'For all the Saints' by Ralph Vaughan Williams.


Matthew Jones

OBE recognition for Matthew Jones

January 11, 2026
The Senior Producer and Deputy Chief Executive of National Youth Arts Wales has been awarded the OBE in the recent New Year Honours List.


Coalburn

Coalburn awards youth and experience

January 11, 2026
The annual Coalburn Silver Band awards night saw accolades and recognition from the beginners to the most experienced performers.


EverReady Band

New duo at EverReady

January 10, 2026
New talent is welcomed at EverReady Band as they say a fond farewell to a stalwart performer.


Mallinson

Hammonds sign NYBBGB flugel Mallinson

January 10, 2026
The Hammonds Band has signed Noah Mallinson as their new flugel horn player.




Doodles Gold

Invest in Gold...

June 19 • Players have enjoyed dividend payment over many years from their investment in gold for their mouthpieces.


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: Peter and the Wolf (Prokofiev arr. Duncan Wilson)

June 19 • Have the wolf at the concert door with this wonderful audience friendly arrangement of the Prokofiev classic.


NXTOD

Red Admiral Hymn & March Contest to be live-streamed on NXTOD

June 19 • You will be able to enjoy the popular hymn and march contest from the comfort of your home, at work, on on your travels...


Dutch

No vote for change as Dutch hit 40 mark for Nationals

June 19 • 40 bands will head to Utrecht for the Dutch National Championships after the top section bands vote to remain musically the same.


Barnsley Brass - Black Dyke Band

Thursday 25 June • St Mary's Church. Church Street. Barnsley S70 2AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Junior Guildhall Brass Band

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Royal Sackbut Collective

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Mossley Band

Sunday 28 June • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - Central Band of the RAF

Thursday 2 July • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

June 17 • Our COMMUNITY BAND meet again on Monday (22nd) and we welcome players of all standards to join us for a relaxed,friendly rehearsal with Tea and cake and it’s all free.. Rehearsals are at 11am in our own bandroom playing with us does not effect your band.


Longridge Band

June 16 • Longridge Band invite applications for the positions of Flugel and Eb Bass.. We are a friendly and committed band that enjoys a great balance of concerts and contests throughout the year. A contribution to travel expenses are provided.


Harrogate Band

June 15 • After a fantastic result at the Wetherby Drovers Contest, The Harrogate Band are looking for a front row and a back row cornet player to complete the team. Rehearsals Weds 8pm with occasional Sundays at our own bandroom with great transport links


Andreas Kratz

Mus.B (hons)
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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