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Band Supplies offers best bet at Cheltenham

If you are looking for a sure thing each way bet on deals on top instruments at Cheltenham, out your money on Band Supplies.

September 12, 2025


NBCA

Pankhurst work dropped for Australian National Championships.

Lucy Pankhurst's 'The Ghosts of Industry' has been dropped as the Premier Grade set-work at the 2026 Australian National Championships.

September 12, 2025


Nationals

Cheltenham performances recorded by Wobplay

All the performances at the National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend will be recorded by Wobplay and available for enjoy again after each section's results.

September 12, 2025


Evetntz

Ev-entz to provide on-stage sponsorship and exclusive deals

The leading percussion hire and retailer will be giving a helping hand to performers on and off stage at Cheltenham this weekend.

September 12, 2025


Oldroyd

Oldroyd Brassworks to sell Black Dyke instruments

Instruments performed on by members of Black Dyke Band will now be available to buy through Oldroyd Brassworks.

September 12, 2025


Tewit Youth

Tewit doff caps for Downton premiere

Martin Hall and players from Tewit Youth Band will be seen and heard in action on the latest Down Abbey film

September 12, 2025


NYBBGB

Harper and Brabbins spearhead new era at NYBBGB

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain heralds a new era of artistic leadership and outlook from Philip Harper and Martyn Brabbins.

September 12, 2025


bbe England

Restructuring at BBE as funding challenges tighten

There have been job losses and restructuring of roles at Brass Bands England as the funding landscape produces extensive challenges for the future.

September 12, 2025


RBC

Audition process starts at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

If you are looking to study at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in 2026 then auditions are being held this November.

September 12, 2025


Brookwright

BrookWright Music: We Wish You a Merry Christmas (arr. Kenneth Downie)

As Noddy Holder used to shout out — 'It'sssssss Chrissssstmassss' — well for soprano players it is with this little Xmas cracker solo.

September 12, 2025


Harry Cooper

Death of Harry Cooper

The death has been reported of Harry Cooper, the popular and much respected player with Perthshire Brass and Director of Sales at PLC Music.

September 12, 2025


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 14

More chat with a Welsh accent from the trio of Brass Monkeys.

September 12, 2025


Wychavon Festival of Brass

Wychavon releases draw details

The draws have been made for the popular Wychavon Festival of Brass in November.

September 11, 2025


aobba

Cheltenham experience added to new AoBBA intake

Four musicians will enjoy an insight into the adjudication process at the National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend.

September 11, 2025


Rockingham

Decade of joint music making to come to end at Rockingham

Adam Whittle will step down from his role as Musical Director of Rockingham Band at the end of this year.

September 11, 2025


NYBBGB C

National Children's Band Summer Course concert to be broadcast

You can sit back and enjoy the talents of the National Children's Band of Great Britain as their end of course concert from their recent Summer Course in to be broadcast on YouTube this Friday.

September 10, 2025


Cheltenham

Runners and riders confirmed for Cheltenham

The official list of competing bands and their conductors for the 2025 Cheltenham National Finals has been released by Kapitol Promotions.

September 10, 2025


Linz

European Soloist Competition open for entries

If you want to be crowned the 10th European Solo Champion then you need to submit a video entry to be considered for the trip to Linz in 2026.

September 10, 2025


Youth Champs

Registration now open for Youth Championships

If you are a band or ensemble wishing to take part in a fantastic day of music making in Birmingham next year, then sign up now.

September 10, 2025


Fodens

Foden's to make Citadel link

Foden's will share the stage with Birmingham Citadel Band as both ensembles return to the centre of Brum for a joint concert.

September 10, 2025


Meantla Heath

How players can help research into MPA

A Psychology Research Doctoral student is hoping brass band players can help with her research into music performance anxiety.

September 10, 2025


Isobel Daws

Daws to head to Sydney

Isobel Daws has been appointed principal trombone of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

September 10, 2025


York Festival

Early Music competition looks for young artists

The York International Young Artists Competition has announced that applications are invited for its 2026 event.

September 10, 2025


Willebroek

Entries open for Willebroek solo competition

If you wish to enter the solo competition hosted by the European Champion you need to sign up.

September 10, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge

September 10, 2025




Instruments

Band Supplies offers best bet at Cheltenham

September 12 • If you are looking for a sure thing each way bet on deals on top instruments at Cheltenham, out your money on Band Supplies.


NBCA

Pankhurst work dropped for Australian National Championships.

September 12 • Lucy Pankhurst's 'The Ghosts of Industry' has been dropped as the Premier Grade set-work at the 2026 Australian National Championships.


Nationals

Cheltenham performances recorded by Wobplay

September 12 • All the performances at the National Finals in Cheltenham this weekend will be recorded by Wobplay and available for enjoy again after each section's results.


Evetntz

Ev-entz to provide on-stage sponsorship and exclusive deals

September 12 • The leading percussion hire and retailer will be giving a helping hand to performers on and off stage at Cheltenham this weekend.


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Longridge Band

September 13 • Longridge Band invite applications for a SOPRANO CORNET player. We are a friendly, committed band, who enjoy a good balance of concerts and contests throughout the year.


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


Epping Forest Band

September 11 • We have a solo horn vacancy to join our friendly 3rd section band. We have a sensible calendar of contests and concerts.. Situated with close links to the M11/M25 and Central line tube station, with our own band room.. Rehearsals Monday night 8-10pm.


Chris Wormald

B.Mus (Hons), LTCL, PGCE
Conductor, adjudicator, arranger


               

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