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Lullaby

Wright & Round: Lullaby of the Sky (Philip Harper)

A wonderfully hypnotic addition to any concert programme from the pen of Philip Harper.

June 11, 2026


RNCM

RNCM seeks conducting talent for courses

Applicants wishing to be part of the critically acclaimed conducting courses at the RNCM are being invited to apply.

June 11, 2026


NABBA

America looks at benefits of a slimmer musical diet

The North American Brass Band Championships are considering new timing considerations for own-choice test-pieces at National Championships.

June 09, 2026


James MacmIllan

Monarch honours MacMillan

Composer Sir James Macmillan becomes a member of the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle.

June 09, 2026


BrwookWright

BrookWright Music launches Solo Contest

Leading music publisher launches bespoke solo competition for all brass instruments

June 09, 2026


Boax

Boax adds to Cory strength

The Welsh champion continues to strengthen its ranks with the arrival of new solo baritone player Charlie Boax.

June 09, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Lots more great music to enjoy with presenters Martin and Julie.

June 09, 2026


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2026 Traveller's Rest March & Hymn Tune Contest

Hepworth boost the bank balance ahead of the Autumn majors with a Wizard of a victory in Meltham.

June 08, 2026


Elgar Festival

Elgar Festival offers packed day of elite performers

If you are anywhere near Birmingham today then why not enjoy a packed day of elite level brass band performers.

June 07, 2026


Carlton Main

Results: 2026 French Open Championships

Carlton Main Frickley leads the prize winners in Amboise at the 30th French Open Championship

June 07, 2026


Kingdom Brass

Result: 2026 Clans vs Counties

Kingdom Brass becomes the first cross border title holder at a brand new entertainment contest in Northumberland.

June 06, 2026


Andrew McMillan

Interview with Andrew McMillan

In the first of a new short interview series, we speak to the Scottish tenor horn star Andrew McMillan following the release of his inventive new CD, 'Time Pieces'

June 06, 2026


Cory tour

Cory set to tour Canada and USA later this year

The Welsh champion will embark on a major eight day tour to North America in October.

June 05, 2026


Foundations

Closing date looms for Future Leaders

If you want your band to benefit from future leaders of confidence, skill and inspiration, then you need to get your application in soon.

June 05, 2026


York Early Music Festival

Fanfare welcomes at York Early Music Festival

A brand new fanfare written by Yorkshire composer Sam Meredith will be played during the opening weekend by the German renaissance ensemble (hanse) Pfeyffery.

June 05, 2026


North Shore

President hopes to build on momentum in NZ

Following a successful National Championships, New Zealand banding must build on the momentum created according to its President.

June 05, 2026


Yorkshire Imps

Dual euph arrival boosts Imps

Yorkshire Imperial has boosted its euphonium ranks with the arrival of the experienced duo of Toni Durrant and Liz Wood.

June 05, 2026


Wainwright

Wainwright enjoys life on the hog

Composer Andrew Wainwright has been an interview guest on the 'Brass Hog' website.

June 05, 2026


Enchantment in Paris

Wright & Round: Enchantment in Paris (Philip Harper)

A touch of Parisian artistry for any cornet player to add to their solo CV.

June 05, 2026


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode 33

Part 2 of a chat with well known bandsman John Powell.

June 05, 2026


Thats not banding

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 22

The duo look back on their recent successful Whit Friday experience playing with Brighouse & Rastrick Band.

June 05, 2026


Festival

Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features

There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.

June 04, 2026


Conway

Conway ends his way at Diggle

Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.

June 04, 2026


Cory

New Euph addition at Cory

Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.

June 04, 2026


BBCA

BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed

10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.

June 04, 2026




Thoresby

Result: 2026 Wetherby March & Hymn Tune

June 15 • Thoresby Colliery takes 'The Drovers' march and hymn tune honours in Wetherby.


Newstead

Result: 2026 East Midlands March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 15 • Newstead Brass lead the march and hymn way to victory at a sunny Harborough.


wITHINGTON

Withington bows out with a Russian flourish

June 15 • The musical partnership between Allan Withington and Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band came to an end in France with a memorable musical flourish.


Alison Childs

Dedicated Childs services marked by Black Dyke Band

June 15 • The recent Black Dyke Brass Festival marked the retirement of administrator Alison Childs.


Regent Hall Concerts - Take 5 Brass Quintet

Friday 12 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Sherborne Town Band - Celebrating the Music of Malcolm Bennett

Sunday 14 June • Venue-Mark Village Hall, Vole Road, Mark-TA9 4NY. . TA9 4NY


Barnsley Brass - Black Dyke Band

Thursday 25 June • St Mary's Church. Church Street. Barnsley S70 2AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Junior Guildhall Brass Band

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Royal Sackbut Collective

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Cambrian Brass

June 14 • We are always happy to hear from anyone interested in joining our friendly, supportive band - whether you are returning to banding, looking for a new challenge, or moving to Aberystwyth for university.


Chinnor Silver

June 13 • We are looking for a Bb TUBA player to join our friendly,enthusiastic,progressive 1st section band.. Rehearsals are on a Wednesday and held in our own bandroom.. We have a varied but realistic calendar planned with possible overseas trip in 2027


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

June 12 • Cleethorpes Band are seeking a Musical Director


Sam Fisher

BA (Hons), PGCE, Dip.ABRSM
Conductor, Adjudicator (AoBBA), Composer/Arranger, Cornet & Flugelhorn Soloist


               

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