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BBCA

Kerwin and Harper to lead BBCA seminars

Tabby Kerwin and Philip Harper will host interactive seminars as guests of the Brass Band Conductors' Association in October and November.

September 25, 2026


Proms

Record audiences enjoy Proms performances

This year's BBC Proms was enjoyed by over 10.2 million listeners on different broadcast platforms.

September 25, 2026


Hutchison

Death of Archie Hutchison

The death has been announced of one of Scotland's most popular brass band musicians.

September 25, 2026


Red Admiral

Live stream for Red Admiral watching

You can sit back and enjoy plenty of great brass band entertainment this weekend.

September 25, 2026


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: A Carol Rhapsody (Geoffrey Nobes)

A rhapsody of some of the most famous and popular carols — and an ideal early Christmas present for a band with a busy festive schedule.

September 25, 2026


Harper

Harper takes Bugle exams

Cory MD Philip Harper will be the adjudicator at the 101st Bandsmen's Festival in Bugle next year.

September 25, 2026


Granite City

Glynn takes on Granite lead

Adam Glynn has been appointed as the new Musical Director of Granite City Brass.

September 25, 2026


Loganiar

Come fly with me...

Scottish regional airline supports music making in rarely reached destinations.

September 25, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.

September 25, 2026


Swoss Open

Result: 2026 Besson Swiss Open

Brass Band Treize Etoile regains possession of the Swiss Open title in Lucerne.

September 21, 2026


York

Report & Result: 2026 Third Section National Championship of Great Britain

Let it snow... Allerton claims the Third Section honours in York.

September 20, 2026


York

Report & Result: 2026 Fourth Section National Championship of Great Britain

Wardle Community are the ultimate Heroes of the North as they claim the National title in York.

September 20, 2026


York Barbican

Report & Result: 2026 First Section National Championship of Great Britain

Marsden Silver Prize discover the source of a thunderous success in York.

September 19, 2026


York Barbican

Report & Result: 2026 Second Section National Championship of Great Britain

Harborough and Ben Smith showed the courage of their musical convictions to claim the honours in York.

September 19, 2026


NYBBNI

National Youth Brass Band of Northern Ireland marks second mark

The National Youth Brass Band of Northern Ireland has made its second public appearance in bringing the recent Enniskillen BrassFest to a close.

September 19, 2026


York rooms

National good luck for bands from rooms4groups

The accommodation specialists are supporting all the bands on their competitive visit to their home city this weekend.

September 18, 2026


lUCERN

Bands prepare for Swiss Open in reflection

The 36th Besson Swiss Open takes place this weekend with thoughts of celebration tempered by reflection on the passing of Markus S. Bach.

September 18, 2026


York

Bands get ready for York tests

All the preparation has just about been done as bands look forward to taking to the stage at York, Barbican in search of National title success. .

September 18, 2026


Tivoli

Dutch previews on National test-pieces

You can now listen to preview performances for the First, Second, Third and Fourth Division test-pieces for the 2026 Dutch National Championships.

September 18, 2026


nybbgb

NYBBGB Summer Concert now on You Tube

You can now enjoy the Summer Course Concert of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain from the comfort of your home.

September 18, 2026


Chapelenlefrith

Chapel-en-le-Frith reaches final chord

140 years of brass banding history comes to end as trustees take decision to wind up Derbyshire band.

September 18, 2026


EBBA Social

EBBA appoints Content Creators

EBBA looks to strengthen its communication, storytelling and digital engagement with appointment of two new Content Creators.

September 18, 2026


BrookWright Christmas

BrookWright Music: A Christmas Canon (Trad arr. William Gordon)

A seamless combination of two well-loved Christmas favourites ideal for any festive concert

September 18, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.

September 18, 2026


Markus Bach

Death of Markus S. Bach

The death has been announced of Markus S. Bach, one of the pioneering figures of the European brass band movement.

September 18, 2026




Bursary

National Youth Band launches 2027 Bursary Fund

September 29 • The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is calling on supporters to help raise £18,000 for its 2027 Bursary Fund.


Gavin Higgins

Higgins pride at presidential role at Tredegar

September 29 • Composer Gavin Higgins has become the proud new President of Tredegar Band.


Hepworth

Hepworth road to Albert Hall helped by great support

September 29 • The Yorkshire Champion has been aided on the road to the National Final by a raft of great local supporters.


MangerBrasswinds

Contemporary legacy continues at BrassWind Festival

September 29 • The 22nd BrassWind Festival once again showcased the new and original works.


Dobcross Silver Band -

Sunday 27 September • Dobcross Band and Social Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross. Saddleworth Oldham OL3 5AD


The Hepworth Band - Public Rehearsal ahead of the National Finals

Tuesday 29 September • Batley Town Hall WF17 5DA


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Eagle Brass

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Consort Brass Quintet

Friday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • . Our welcoming non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, has openings for: . Percussion, kit and tuned: a lovely pair of timps awaits you!.


Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • Our inclusive non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, has vacancies for: . . Solo Cornet. Soprano Cornet. 2/3 Cornet. .


Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • Our non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, seeks:. . 1st Horn . 2nd Baritone . .


Alan Duguid

BA (Hons), PGDipMus, PGCE
Conductor, Composer, Adjudicator (ABBA)


               

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