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European Youth Band

European Youth Band set to play its role in Linz

February 27, 2026
35 talented young players will represent their countries as part of the 2026 European Youth Brass Band in Linz.


Adoplhe Sax

Sax sliding away into obscurity

February 26, 2026
A fund raising campaign has been set up to save the tomb of Adolphe Sax from crumbling away...


Todmorden

Bandstand revival nears completion in Todmorden

February 26, 2026
A marathon campaign to save and rejuvenate a historic Yorkshire bands stand is reaching its final triumphant few bards.


bROOKwRIGHT

Easter treats from BrookWright Music

February 26, 2026
There are plenty of Easter musical treats to enjoy from a variety of composers from BrookWright Music.


Herbert

The Brass Band Story set for publication

February 26, 2026
A new book written by Prof Trevor Herbert and aimed at general readers interested in an overall analysis and insight into the brass band movement in the UK and beyond, is to be published in July.


Desford

Small drop in Midlands Area entrants

February 26, 2026
69 bands will compete at the Midlands Regional Championships over two weekends in March.


Perth

Positive uptake for Scottish title challenges

February 26, 2026
There will be two full days of competitive and non-competitive music making at the 2026 Scottish Championship in Perth.


Riverside

Line-ups for North of England Area confirmed

February 26, 2026
42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and Cheltenham later in the year.


pODCAST

4BR Review — Episode 16

February 26, 2026
Iwan and Chris looked forward to the 2026 Regional Championships — the issues, music and tips for victory, as well as provide their views on new CD releases, book, LPs, concerts and events to go to...


Jan Kroon

New Dutch National works to be revealed

February 25, 2026
The works to be used at the 2026 Dutch National Championships are being revealed over coming weeks — starting with the First Division.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

February 25, 2026
Music with a Welsh flavouring in parts to celebrate St David's Day with Martin and Julie at 5.00pm.


Big Chat Brass

Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass

February 25, 2026
Simon and Sandy take the opportunity to discuss the forthcoming Regional Championships with tips and opinions on the five test-pieces to be used.


Radio

Radio: Bandstand

February 25, 2026
More great music from the new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia.


Yorkshire

Yorkshire's Next Generation shines on tuition day

February 24, 2026
The next generation of Yorkshire playing talent was on show under the direction of Richard Marshall.


NYBBBelgium

Spectrum of young talent shines again in Belgium

February 24, 2026
The National Youth Brass Band of Belgium and it even younger sibling continues to be inspired for the future.


Robin Stevens

Death of Robin Stevens

February 24, 2026
The death has been announced of the composer Robin Stevens


podcast

Latest 4BR Review podcast

February 23, 2026
The latest live 4BR Review podcast will be aired on Wednesday 25th February at 7.00pm — so why not bookmark it and join us with your views as we preview of the 2026 Regional Championships and more...


Wantage

Report & Result: 2026 Welsh Open

February 23, 2026
Wantage are in a winning frame of mind to claim the entertainment honours in Newport


British Open

Spring Festival tickets now on sale

February 23, 2026
Tickets for the 104th British Open Spring Festival in Birmingham in May are now on sale — with discounts available.


Yazu

Black Dyke's RNCM concert now on Wobplay

February 23, 2026
The Yorkshire champion's concert appearance at the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival can now be enjoyed on the Wobplay media platform.


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: The Colours Fly (Wendy Nevard)

February 23, 2026
A super upbeat opener which will add plenty of musical colour to any concert.


Skelmanthorpe

Results: 2026 NEMBBA Contest

February 23, 2026
There were successful early Area runouts for Skelmanthorpe, South Yorkshire Police, Leicestershire Coop, Dronfield and Matlock.


Stevenage

London & SC Area line-ups confirmed

February 21, 2026
The line-up of bands, conductors, judges and schedule are confirmed for the 2026 London & Southern Counties Area Championships in Stevenage next month.


mUSIC

Wallace spirit maintains free music demands on Scottish politicians

February 21, 2026
A Music Manifesto for Scotland published by the Music Education Partnership Group aims to keep the commitment to free music tuition at the forefront of future political commitments.


Welsh Open

Welsh contest season set for entertaining opener

February 21, 2026
There will be a packed day of music making on show in Newport on Sunday as the contesting season in Wales kicks-off with a cross border entertainment battle.




Civic Hall

Result: 2026 Midlands Regional Championships Second Section

March 15 • Harborough Band claims the last Midlands title on offer for this year as they are joined in York by Leicestershire Co-op.


markham

Results: 2026 Welsh Regional Championships

March 14 • Cory reclaims the Welsh title as Parc & Dare, Markham & District, City of Cardiff (M2) and Gwaun Cae Gurwen claim section honours.


Pendennis

Results: 2026 West of England Regional Championships

March 14 • Flowers reclaim Area title with section wins for Lympstone, Lanner & District, St Pinnock and Pendennis Brass in Torquay


Shine

Ready to shine? NYBBGB offer audition skills workshops

March 14 • There are a trio of FREE audition skills workshops on offer from the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain to help young player's skills sets.


Regent Hall Concerts - London Central Fellowship Band

Saturday 7 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 10 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Queen Victorias Consort

Friday 13 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Slide Effect Trombone Quartet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Welsh Guards Band Septet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 15 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a SOLO CORNET player (position negotiable). We rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 15 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester.. . . Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a BBb BASS player.. . . We rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.


Linthwaite Band

March 14 • We are a welcoming 4th section contesting Band with a vacancy for a kit player. Our calendar is filling up with various contests and engagements to fulfil through the year.


Nigel Seaman

ARMCM ARNCM
Conductor, band trainer, teacher and adjudicator


               

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