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Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 35
The latest bit of general chit chat from the banding world with a North Walian accent.
July 01, 2026
New ownership announced for World of Brass, Wobplay and World of Sound
The trio of leading brass band music brands have been bought as an independent business by Adam Goldsmith and Nicki Tonge.
July 01, 2026
Venues and dates for 2027 & 2028 Spring Festival announced
Town Hall Birmingham and the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire will host the 2027 and 2028 British Open Spring Festival contests as long term plans are put in place following feedback.
July 01, 2026
Cory set for Tibetan title challenge in Kerkrade
The Welsh champion will head to the World Music Contest armed with a third adventure of Tintin courtesy of the pseudonym inspired Paul Raphael.
June 30, 2026
Kapitol looking for York judges...
Kapitol Promotions and the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators are looking for people to start their judging journey in York in September.
June 30, 2026
IBBSS Gala Concert to round off Swansea week
There will be a Gala Concert packed with performers and stars to enjoy in Swansea at the end of July to close this year's International Brass Band Summer School course.
June 30, 2026
A4 Brass Quartet ready for busy tour season
The critically acclaimed brass quartet can be enjoyed in concert at various compass points throughout the next few months.
June 30, 2026
Report & Result: 2026 Morley March & Hymn Tune
Hepworth continues to add to their major contesting funds with victory at the popular march and hymn tune event in Morley.
June 30, 2026
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy meet the Marple Maestro
A hour of chat, opinions and great stories and legendary tales as Simon and Sandy catch up with Garry Cutt.
June 30, 2026
Wright & Round: UNITY (Philip Harper)
A work with a message to brighten up any start to a concert.
June 30, 2026
Godalming's Good Life tribute
The Godlaming Band has paid its tribute to actor Dame Penelope Keith — a proactive supporter of the band.
June 30, 2026
Glover enjoys Castleton concert memory
Grimethorpe's solo euphonium recently enjoyed a trip to Suffolk — so much so, he will return again.
June 30, 2026
Death of Susan Thomas
The death has been reported of one of the most respected Welsh brass band musicians.
June 30, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More great music with more than a hint of trombones this week from presenters Martin and Julie.
June 30, 2026
Interview with Hannah Caraker
4BR Editor catches up the winner of the 2026 Brass Band Conductors Association flagship Conducting title.
June 28, 2026
Caraker claims BBCA conducting crown
There is an American victory in Halifax as Hannah Caraker claims flagship Brass Band Conductors Competition prize.
June 28, 2026
Van Looy to lead Carlton Main at British Open
Glenn Van Looy will take the baton with Carlton Main Frickley Colliery for their British Open challenge.
June 28, 2026
Atherton adds to Rath artist roster
Brighouse & Rastrick bass trombone player Ollie Atherton has become a Rath Trombones artist.
June 28, 2026
Brass bands regain Parliamentary voice
The setting up of a new All Party Parliamentary Group for Brass Banding gives brass bands a specific voice of support in Westminster.
June 27, 2026
Interview with Alan Duguid
4BR talks to conductor Alan Duguid about the inspirations behind his band's latest contemporary concert featuring works by Malcolm Arnold, David Bedford, Judith Bingham, Freddie Myers, Richard Rodney Bennett, Edmund Rubbra and Raymond Yiu.
June 26, 2026
Alan Jenkins funeral details announced
The funeral details for the highly respected musician and journalist Alan Jenkins have been announced.
June 25, 2026
Gray and Waespi to lead joint masterclass approach in Bern
A four-day conducting and composing masterclass led by Russell Gray and Oliver Waespi will take place in Bern later this year.
June 25, 2026
Invites open for Scottish Festival of Brass
Bands wishing to take part in the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge and the Scottish Open supported by Besson.
June 25, 2026
Bands urged to join Learn to Play initiative
Bands can play their part in the Music for All 'Learn to Play' initiative later this year.
June 25, 2026
Remembering Trevor Austin
One of the most respected figures in the brass band business world passed away a year ago — with his memory still fondly remembered.
June 24, 2026
