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EBBA Linz

Austrian celebration to be showcased at EBBC Gala Concert

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

January 13, 2026


David Morton

Morton set to link with Sandefjord

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

January 13, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More great music to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.

January 13, 2026


Ammal Bhatia

4BR Monday interview with Ammal Bhatia

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.

January 12, 2026


4BR Podcast

4BR Review podcast — RNCM International Brass Band Festival

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.

January 12, 2026


Peter Moore

Moore spotlight in Birmingham, Barcelona and London

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

January 12, 2026


Philip Jones

Philip Jones celebration in London

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

January 12, 2026


Regional Championships

BBP Registry issues reminder

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

January 12, 2026


Easington Colliery

New signings at Easington

The North of England Championship contenders strengthen their ranks with two experienced new signings.

January 12, 2026


Ted Griffiths

Funeral service for Ted Griffiths

The funeral service details for Ted Griffiths have been confirmed.

January 12, 2026


John Wallace CBE

Death of John Wallace CBE

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

January 12, 2026


Huddersfield

Huddersfield Uni strengthens link with Army

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.

January 11, 2026


Sine Nomiee

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

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

January 11, 2026


Matthew Jones

OBE recognition for Matthew Jones

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

January 11, 2026


Coalburn

Coalburn awards youth and experience

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

January 11, 2026


EverReady Band

New duo at EverReady

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

January 10, 2026


Mallinson

Hammonds sign NYBBGB flugel Mallinson

The Hammonds Band has signed Noah Mallinson as their new flugel horn player.

January 10, 2026


John Wallace CBE

John Wallace becomes new Honorary Vice President at coop

The Brass in Concert champion has spoken of its pride that John Wallace CBE has become its new Honorary Vice President.

January 10, 2026


Megan Bousfield

4BR Friday interview with Megan Bousfield

4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to NYBBGB Conductor Competition finalist Megan Bousfield.

January 09, 2026


Yorkshire

Yorkshire Championship schedule confirmed

There will be two days of exciting Yorkshire banding battles in Huddersfield to enjoy.

January 09, 2026


Dai Thomas

Tredegar look to new business lead for 150th anniversary

Welsh champions will take a new approach to their business outlook as their celebrate their 150th anniversary this year.

January 09, 2026


Next Step Films

Compilation album on offer from NXTOD

There are plenty of highlights to enjoy from 2025 — and its all free from the NXTOD media platform.

January 09, 2026


Marsden

Marsden thanks banding community for support

Marsden Silver Prize Band has thanked the banding world for its offers of its help after flooding damages its bandroom and contents.

January 09, 2026


Cockerton

Wilson takes lead at Cockerton

The experienced Duncan Wilson becomes the new Musical Director of Cockerton Prize Silver Band

January 09, 2026


Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire showcase returns

The Lincolnshire Music Education Hub's 'Brass Band Showcase' returns later this year with the promise of it being bigger and better than ever.

January 09, 2026




Chinnor

New direction at Chinnor

January 17 • Chris Andrews takes the baton alongside a trio of new signings as the band looks forward to making its First Section debut at Stevenage.


webster

Wonderful response to charity concert

January 17 • A concert to help raise funds for a young family man with a close connection to the old banding world has already gained a wonderful response of support.


Review

4BR Review — Episode 14

January 16 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox is joined by Chris Thomas and special guest Dr David Thornton to preview the 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival in Manchester.


Finalists

Final beats made ahead of NYBBGB Conducting Final

January 16 • Ammal Bhatia, Megan Bousfield, Tommy Tynan and Joey Wong will head to Tidworth Garrison Theatre in Wiltshire with the aim to become the winner of the prestigious event supported by British Army Music.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


East London Brass

January 16 • CORNET PLAYER - looking ahead to the 2026 contest season, ELB are looking for a cornet player to complete our line up. The band is ambitious and keen to further our successful 2025 season of winning the areas and promotion at spring festival.


Enderby Band

January 16 • Following our 2nd place finish at the LBBA winter contest and recent promotion to the Senior Cup for the 2026 Spring Festival, we are looking for a SOLO CORNET, a BBb BASS and PERCUSSIONISTS to complete our friendly and hardworking team.


Petworth Town Band

January 15 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for CORNETS, BASS TROMBONE and TUBA. We are a very active band with concerts and engagements planned throughout the year.


Steve Pritchard-Jones

FTCL LTCL LDBBA DipMusEd GMus QTS NPQH
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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