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Robin Hood

Wright & Round: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves (Michael Kamen arr. Derek Broadbent)

The chance to don the green tights and twang a great theme tune out in your next concert as Robin Hood returns again.

September 02, 2026


Gota Brass

Anglo-French lead at Swedish champions

Ryan Watkins and Florent Didier will take the baton at Göta Brass for the coming contesting season.

September 02, 2026


Adam Whittle

Whittle steps down from secretary role

Adam Whittle has taken the decision to step as Secretary of the Leicestershire Brass Band Association.

September 02, 2026


Cornish Gold

Cornish cream set for York preview

Three of the four Cornish bands that will head to York Barbican for the National Finals later this month will hold a special pre-contest preview ahead of their travels.

September 02, 2026


Herbert

Brass bands on the Telegraph lines

The Daily Telegraph's review of Prof Trevor Herbert's new book on brass bands draws a positive future outlook from critic Ivan Hewett.

August 31, 2026


Insurance

T&R Direct Insurance Services: A guide to brass band insurance

Loads of things all bands and players need to know about protecting instruments

August 31, 2026


Wobplay

Banding classics added to Wobplay

A great trio of classic banding releases, a new podcast episode and the chance to look back at this year's Elgar International Festival.

August 31, 2026


Camborne

Camborne Brass look to raise funds after break-in vandalism

A Crowdfunding page has been launched to help Camborne Brass after vandals broke into their bandhall and caused extensive damage.

August 31, 2026


Breathe

BrookWright Music: Breathe on me, Breath of God (R. Jackson arr. Andrew Wainwright)

A reflective treatment of Edwin Hatch's beloved 1878 hymn to add to any concert programme.

August 31, 2026


Blackpool Brass

A towering 60 years to be celebrated by Blackpool Brass

The band from the famous seaside resort looks to celebrate its 60th anniversary later this year with friends and a few old Blackpool stars...

August 30, 2026


Brighouse

Cash prize increase for British Open winner

The newly crowned British Open champion will win the largest cash prize in current world banding.

August 30, 2026


Kirkintilloch

Report & Result: 2026 West of Scotland Entertainment Contest

Kirkintilloch continues their fine form with a return to the top at Troon.

August 30, 2026


nybbgb

Broadcast repeats of NYBBGB Summer Concerts

You will be able to enjoy the performances of both the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Childrens Band and the senior National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain on YouTube next month.

August 29, 2026


Welsh Open

Welsh Open set for live-stream broadcast

The 2027 Welsh Open Championship will be broadcast around the globe.

August 29, 2026


Perth Concert Hall

Entries open for Scottish Youth Championships

Bands and ensembles can now get their entries in for the Scottish Youth Championships in Perth.

August 29, 2026


Cory

Cory adds to Prestige

The Welsh champion will challenge for major honours with new Prestige cornet help as partnership with Besson is extended.

August 29, 2026


Addlestone

Community Centre looks for brass band loving promoter

Addlestone Community Centre in Surrey is looking to carry on 50 years of brass band concerts with a new volunteer lead.

August 29, 2026


Boarshurst

Evans takes MD role at Boarshurst

The experienced Martyn Evans is the new MD at Boarshurst Silver.

August 29, 2026


Call

BrookWright Music: Call (Zachary Docter)

A cracking concert opener by American composer Zachary Docter.

August 29, 2026


Smith and Grezzy

Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass

The second part of Sandy and Simon's exploration into the benefits of playing orchestral repertoire.

August 29, 2026


National Finals

New percussion support for National Championships

Bergerault Percussion and Ev-entz will provide top level instruments, equipment and assistance at the York Barbican and Royal Albert Hall National Finals.

August 29, 2026


Darwen Brass

Shaw appointment at Darwen

The experienced Matt Shaw takes over the helm from David Ashworth at Darwen Brass

August 29, 2026


Dolly Parton

Wright & Round: I Will Always Love You (Parton arr. Barry)

Why not put a brass band tribute to Dolly Parton on your next concert programme...

August 29, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

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

August 28, 2026


Stephanie Kennedy

Kennedy steps down from coop flugel role

Stephanie Kennedy will step down from her flugel at the Brass in Concert champion but will remain an important lead of their youth development projects.

August 28, 2026




4BR Review — Episode 21

September 11 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas look forward to the 172nd British Open Championship in Birmingham on the weekend.


Dobson

Dobson enjoying his latest Dopamine hit...

September 11 • The Cornish composer continues to make his mark on the wider musical world with his latest album already becoming a hit in more ways than one...


British Open

British Open Countdown: T minus 1

September 11 • All the bands are now heading to Birmingham with all their prep done and dusted on 'Music of the Spheres'.


Howard Snell

Eikanger lead 90th birthday celebration for Howard Snell

September 11 • A wonderful musical tribute was paid to Howard Snell by the Norwegian band he inspired to lead with passion and vision.


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


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


Tintwistle Band

September 11 • We have a vacancy for soprano cornet, and with lots of exciting engagements coming up we would love to get this seat filled! . As a second section band, we rehearse every Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom in Tintwistle.


Brunel Brass Organisation

September 11 • Brunel Brass is looking for a BACK ROW CORNET to complete the band. Challenging for promotion to the Championship Section in 2027 and achieving our highest ever result at the British Open Senior Trophy in 2026,


Birchwood Community Brass Band

September 9 • Due to retirement, Birchwood Community Brass Band requires the services of a new MD. We are a friendly Warrington based noncontesting band and training band of mixed ability looking for an MD to continue the musical development of both groups.


Stephen Phillips

MA, BA (Homs), PQSI, NPQH, PGCE
Conductor, Band Trainer, Educator, Compere


               

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