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Deiniolen

Result: 2026 Welsh National Eisteddfod

Deiniolen claims its first ever top section title at the National title in Pembrokeshire, as section titles go to Markham & District and Brass@Bont.

August 03, 2026


Kirkintilloch Band

Home from home for Kirky

The Kirkintilloch Band has secured its own home for future musical journeys.

August 03, 2026


Creswick

Love Songs partnership aims for Australian folk prize

A collaboration between the acclaimed Australian artist, Archer and the Creswick Brass Band gains cultural award nomination.

August 03, 2026


Siddis Brass

Siddis confirms 64 band line-up

The Siddis Brass Entertainment Championships will be packed with competing bands.

July 31, 2026


Barrhead Band

Barrhead to make free investment in youth

Barrhead Burgh Band will look to kickstart its future prosperity with a free ethos of inclusion and support in youth.

July 31, 2026


Btteshanger

Betteshanger looks to Eclipse recent achievements

Betteshanger Colliery Welfare Band is looking to gain yet more National success thanks to the help of generous sponsors.

July 31, 2026


Wellington

New Zealand President reflects on banding's worldwide contribution

BBANZ President, John Sullivan focusses his praise for bands at home and abroad in the latest issue of the 'Mouthpiece' journal.

July 31, 2026


Eisteddfod

Bands prepare for Welsh National

The National Eisteddfod of Wales starts this weekend in Pembrokeshire with brass bands taking to the televised stage.

July 31, 2026


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 37

The latest episode of the popular podcast with a North Walian music accent is now out.

July 31, 2026


Katrina

Positive disruption promised for Children's Band finale

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Children's Band is ready to bring positive musical disruption to their audience under the baton of Katrina Marzella-Wheeler.

July 30, 2026


London Brass

London Brass looks towards 40th anniversary

The critically acclaimed brass ensemble will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a special concert in London later this year.

July 30, 2026


Besson

Prestige demand for new cornet

Besson delight as new BE2029 Prestige cornet makes impact since its launch earlier this year.

July 30, 2026


NYBBS

Young cornet star claims NYBBS solo competition honour

Isla Gillespie impressed the judges at the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland as she clams the Solo Competition award

July 30, 2026


Tred Worc

Tredegar set for Three Choirs appearance in 2027

Tredegar Band will add to its artistic CV with an appearance at the Three Choirs Festival in Worcester next year.

July 30, 2026


ibbss

Stars and delegates align in Swansea on Friday night

There will be plenty of great music to enjoy on Friday night in Swansea at the Gala Concert of the International Brass Band Summer School Course.

July 30, 2026


Alan Hobbins

Hobbins takes helm at Queensbury Music Centre

Alan Hobbins becomes the new MD at Yorkshire National finalist Queensbury Music Centre.

July 30, 2026


Brass Band Willebroek

Full up signs for Willebroek's Best of Belgium

The latest Willebroek Academy Course will get underway this weekend — and all the spaces have been filled.

July 30, 2026


NYBBS

NYBBS pop up to entertain in Edinburgh

The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland has enjoyed a day trip to the Scottish capital...

July 30, 2026


Registry

Job vacancy at Brass Band Players Registry

There is a part time role to be filled at the Brass Band Players Registry.

July 29, 2026


Raunds

Raunds appoints Matthew Brown

The experienced Matt Brown has become the new Resident Conductor at Raunds Temperance Band.

July 29, 2026


Black Dyke Band

Mallinson flugel role ends at Queensbury

Phoebe Mallinson looks forward to future opportunities as her time at Black Dyke Band comes to an end.

July 29, 2026


WELSH oPEN

2027 Welsh Open entries

There are only a limited number of places available for the popular Welsh Open Contest in Newport next year.

July 29, 2026


bbw

The latest issue of Brass Band World Magazine is now out

The July/August edition of the leading banding magazine is now out and is packed with news, views, reviews and articles.

July 28, 2026


mEGAN

Cory sign Newbery

Cornet player Megan Newbery has joined the Welsh champion.

July 28, 2026


Band Supplies

Band Supplies head to Elgar Summer School

Band Supplies will bring a packed trade stand to the Elgar International Brass Band Summer School.

July 28, 2026




Blackford

Orbital set for publishing take-off

August 5 • The acclaimed major work from composer Richard Blackford will be available for bands to purchase from 4th September.


BBSS

BBSS delegates prepare for 40th anniversary concert

August 5 • Over 160 musicians from 12 countries will provide the 40th anniversary celebrations on the Brass Band Summer School course in Gloucestershire on Friday.


Fairlop Brass

Busy Fairlop help make brass on the grass pay

August 5 • Fairlop Brass has been busy providing entertainment for good causes and great people.


DOODLES

Don't be late to get prepared

August 5 • Doodles Mouthpiece replating services is reminding players to get that essential summer refurbishment done in time for the start of the second half of the contesting year.


Sherborne Town Band - Free Summer Concert- Trowbridge Park

Sunday 9 August • Summer Concert- Trowbridge Park BA14 8AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Cross Bones Trombone Quintet

Friday 21 August • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 23 August • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Brunel Brass Organisation

August 5 • Brunel Brass is looking for a SOLO HORN to complete the band. Challenging for promotion to the Championship Section in 2027 and achieving our highest ever result at the British Open Senior Trophy in 2026, it's an exciting time to join the band!


Wantage Silver Band

August 5 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) are looking for a BACK ROW CORNET player to complete the band. As current Welsh Open Champions and being placed third in Stevenage, it's an exciting time to join the band with a fantastic schedule of concerts coming up.


Alder Valley Brass

August 4 • Alder Valley Brass, an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band seek a BBb bass . We rehearse Mon & Thu 8-10pm in Farnham. New MD Ollie Hallstead-Brooks starts with us in September. Come and join the team!


David Frame


Bass/Tenor Trombone Player, Adjudicator (Member of AoBBA) Occasional Conductor


               

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