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Castell Beaumaris

Wright & Round: Castell Beaumaris (Andy Wareham)

A new homage addition to the iconic castle marches of the great T.J. Powell from the pen of Andy Wareham.

February 16, 2026


Italian Brass BAND

New conducting talent supported in Rome

The Italian Brass Band continues to help support its emerging brass band culture with its masterclass conducting series.

February 16, 2026


Royal College of Music

Royal College of Music offers weekend of Youth Brass tuition

The RCM Youth Brass weekend will offer youngsters an invaluable opportunity of practical workshops and coaching this April.

February 15, 2026


testpice

Ellerby and Harper to lead on-line test-piece workshop

Composers Martin Ellerby and Philip Harper will take the opportunity to talk about their Championship and Second Section set-works in a special free on-line workshop.

February 15, 2026


Tine Helseth

Echoes impact for Tine Thing Helseth

The latest solo CD from trumpet star Tine Thing Helseth has been nominated for the Norwegian equivalent of a Grammy Award.

February 15, 2026


UnIbrass

Results: 2026 UniBrass Championships

The University of Birmingham Music Society successfully defends the UniBrass Trophy as the University of Nottingham claims a first UniBrass Shield title.

February 15, 2026


Thonrotn and Raisbeck

Iles and Mortimer Medal honours for Thornton and Raisbeck

David Thornton and Ian Raisbeck are the recipients of the 2026 Iles Medal and Mortimer Medal.

February 14, 2026


RBC

Brass Band Day at RBC

Spend Valentine's Day exploring your love of brass at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire — alongside Thomas Fountain, Ian Porthouse, Eric Ball and Gordon Langford.

February 13, 2026


rncm

BBC Radio 3 to feature RNCM Festival highlights

Performances from Black Dyke, Foden's and Cory are to be featured on BBC Radio 3.

February 13, 2026


Durham Miners

Fishburn offer musical solidarity for Big Meeting

RMT Fishburn Band will support the fund raising efforts of the famous Durham Miners Gala.

February 13, 2026


Tredegar

Tredegar RNCM replay now on wobplay

The Welsh champions RNCM International Brass Band Festival performance is now available to enjoy again.

February 13, 2026


UnIbRASS

UniBrass ready for full day of music making

The ICC Wales in Newport will welcome the UniBrass Championships — with a fantastic day promised by organisers.

February 13, 2026


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: Finale from Suite No.3 (Tchaikovsky arr. Ruben Schmidt)

A thrilling polonaise addition to any concert programme from BrookWright Music.

February 13, 2026


York

York Early Music finalists announced

The nine ensembles that will aim to claim a recording contract, cash and new performance opportunities have been announced.

February 13, 2026


The Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 25

More North Walian brass banding reflections...

February 13, 2026


Oldroyd

Marshall takes Oldroyd ambassador role

Richard Marshall has become a Musical Instruments Ambassador for Oldroyd Musical Instruments Ltd.

February 12, 2026


media

Media boost for Welsh banding

There is a welcome return of the popular 'Brass Band Notes' column in five regional newspaper titles in Wales.

February 12, 2026


Brighouse

Brighouse set for march and hymn tune celebration

The British Open champion will celebrate the heritage of iconic marches and hymns in the first of their annual Huddersfield concerts.

February 11, 2026


Wright and Round

Wright & Round: Anno 1920 (Philip Harper)

The fantastic concert opener played by Cory Band is now available for your band to perform.

February 11, 2026


rooms4groups

Excellence and quality recognition for hotel specialists

The specialist hotel booking company rooms4groups which has helped numerous bands with their needs have been recognised for their excellence by three award givers.

February 11, 2026


Pedr Roberts

Death of Pedr Roberts

The death has been announced of the leading figure in the Welsh brass band movement.

February 11, 2026


Bousfield

Welsh look forward to Bousfield appearance

Students, staff and brass band fans are looking forward to hearing one of the world's finest trombone players in action this Friday.

February 10, 2026


Concord

Concord concert replay at RNCM

You can now enjoy the concert performance of Danish champion Concord Brass Band from the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival.

February 10, 2026


Doodles

Doodles offer refresh for Area mouthpiece needs

Doodles Mouthpiece Replating can offer a 48 hour replating service for players looking to give their mouthpiece a refresh ahead of the Areas.

February 10, 2026


SBBA

Mixed AGM news to report for Scottish Brass Band Association

There was both good and bad news to report at the annual general meeting of the Scottish Brass Band Association.

February 10, 2026




Yorkshire

Yorkshire's Next Generation shines on tuition day

February 24 • The next generation of Yorkshire playing talent was on show under the direction of Richard Marshall.


NYBBBelgium

Spectrum of young talent shines again in Belgium

February 24 • The National Youth Brass Band of Belgium and it even younger sibling continues to be inspired for the future.


Robin Stevens

Death of Robin Stevens

February 24 • The death has been announced of the composer Robin Stevens


podcast

Latest 4BR Review podcast

February 23 • The latest live 4BR Review podcast will be aired on Wednesday 25th February at 7.00pm — so why not bookmark it and join us with your views as we preview of the 2026 Regional Championships and more...


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

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


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

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


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 1 March • St. Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street. London SE10 9BJ


Regent Hall Concerts - London Central Fellowship Band

Saturday 7 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 10 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

February 23 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting on MONDAY 2nd at 11am in our bandroom.. Join us for a relaxed friendly blow with coffee and cake as an added bonus.. Playing with us wont impact your No1 band so come along for a blow.


St Albans Brass Band

February 19 • TUNED PERCUSSION PLAYER Wanted. St Albans Band. Rehearsals Wednesdays 8 to 10pm. Varied programme of concerts, gigs and civic events throughout the year. Friendly, welcoming brass band. Experienced players and returners welcome. www.stalbansband.co.uk


St Albans Brass Band

February 19 • Bb BASS PLAYER Wanted. St Albans Band. Rehearsals Wednesdays 8 to 10pm. Varied programme of concerts, gigs and civic events throughout the year. Friendly, welcoming brass band. Experienced players and returners welcome. www.stalbansband.co.uk


John Ward


Conductor, Adjudicator


               

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