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Progress and challenges reported at BBE AGM
The recent Annual General Meeting of Brass Bands England saw reports of consolidation and progress as well as resetting and rebuilding.
February 16, 2026
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 RNCM replay now on wobplay
The Welsh champions RNCM International Brass Band Festival performance is now available to enjoy again.
February 13, 2026
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 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 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
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 25
More North Walian brass banding reflections...
February 13, 2026
Marshall takes Oldroyd ambassador role
Richard Marshall has become a Musical Instruments Ambassador for Oldroyd Musical Instruments Ltd.
February 12, 2026
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 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 & Round: Anno 1920 (Philip Harper)
The fantastic concert opener played by Cory Band is now available for your band to perform.
February 11, 2026
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
Death of Pedr Roberts
The death has been announced of the leading figure in the Welsh brass band movement.
February 11, 2026
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 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 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
