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Free live broadcast of Bandamonium
You can now enjoy the brilliant music making at the Bandamonium Devon festival thanks to a new partnership link with Next Step Films — and its all free.
May 15, 2026
Stewart steps down after 20 years of trom service at Friary
The vastly experienced Ian Stewart has decided to call time on his playing with Friary Brass.
May 15, 2026
Dutch Open welcomes competitors
The Dutch Open will feature 16 bands with their own-choice programmes in Groningen next month.
May 15, 2026
Hush Hush! CalderPips launches flugel mute
The mute manufacturer has added to its multi-coloured range with a new flugel horn addition.
May 15, 2026
Youth Champs set for Birmingham return
The National Youth Championships will return to King Edward's School in Birmingham next year.
May 15, 2026
Amersham welcomes new principal lead
Nick Mott has become the new principal cornet at Amersham Band.
May 15, 2026
Wright & Round: Riverdance (Whelan arr. Farr)
Why not get back into that Eurovision feel in your concerts with a classic bit of foot tapping joy.
May 15, 2026
Extraordinary talent displayed by Guildhall prize winners
There was plenty of emerging brass and percussion talent on show at the recent Guildhall School of Music Young Artists' Competition.
May 15, 2026
Nominate your Unsung Hero for BBE Award
If you have an brilliant volunteer associated with your band, make sure you nominate them for a well deserved award from Brass Bands England.
May 15, 2026
New website link for Brass Band World magazine
You can now enjoy more from the leading publication on its new website domain.
May 15, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More music to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge — from Flowers and Cory to Grimethorpe Colliery and Eikanger
May 15, 2026
Smith steps down from Grimethorpe principal role
Jamie Smith ends his second tenure as principal cornet at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
May 13, 2026
Italian Brass Band continues its mission statement
A strengthening of a long term collaboration is helping the Italian Brass Band with its artistic vision.
May 13, 2026
Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed
There is sure to be plenty of keen battles for the prize money of offer in Tameside on Whit Friday as contest details are released.
May 12, 2026
White honoured by Palace appearance
Conductor Melvin White was honoured by an invitation to a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the banding movement.
May 12, 2026
Smiles and positivity on inspirational Open Learning day
The recent Northern Regional Brass Band Trust Open Learning Day proved to be a great success.
May 12, 2026
Wright & Round: Calling (Naomi Rebecca Hill)
The award winning composition is an ideal addition to any concert or entertainment contest programme.
May 12, 2026
RBC Open Day invite to students
If you are considering studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, then an Open Day next month will give you all the details and inspiration you need.
May 12, 2026
Education accolade for Clarence Adoo Project
A remarkable project that transforms simulated practice for student nurses and future health care professionals has won a major industry award.
May 12, 2026
Welsh bands ready for Treforest battles
There is an encouraging entry of bands for the South East Wales BBA Contest in Treforest.
May 12, 2026
John Gillam funeral arrangements
The funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and administrator have been announced.
May 12, 2026
BrookWright Music: He will hold me fast (Matt Merker arr. Noel Brooks)
A trombone trio with a difference to add to any concert programme.
May 12, 2026
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20
More from the Brighouse duo with their individual look at the banding world.
May 12, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 IABCB Irish National Championships
Drogheda and INF Brass claim the brass band section titles at the recent Irish National Championships.
May 12, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 Aalborg Music Festival
Nordvestjysk Brass Band claims the 14th Aalborg title with section wins for Aalborg Post Orkester, Hjorring Brass Band and Kimbrer Garden
May 11, 2026
