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European own-choice works revealed for Linz
The own-choice selections from youth to elite contenders in Linz have been revealed — with excitement to go with the intrigue guaranteed in spades...
April 17, 2026
Livestream broadcasts brought in-house for Spring Festival and British Open
The 2026 Spring Festival and British Open Championships will be broadcast in a new link between the organisers and Red Shell Productions.
April 16, 2026
NYBBGB ready to add to plaudits in Manchester
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will head to the RNCM in Manchester this weekend.
April 16, 2026
Brass Bands England to help new youth leaders
A course aimed at enhancing specialised skills to inspire the next generation of brass band players is launched with increased capacity by BBE.
April 16, 2026
Wright & Round: Field of the Cloth of Gold (Philip Harper)
An exciting concert work that recalls a historic summit of superpowers...
April 16, 2026
Tributes paid to Llandudno MD
Andrew Jones has stepped down from the helm at Llandudno Band after driving their community engagement for nine years.
April 16, 2026
European to offer full programme of attractions
A celebration of youth, excellence, and musical diversity underpins the forthcoming European Championships in Linz — from competitions, concert and educators.
April 14, 2026
On demand service replays ConsTest action
You can enjoy all the action from the recent ConsTest Birmingham Open and sign up not to miss the action at Fleetwood.
April 14, 2026
Brisbane enjoy plaudits after National success
Brisbane Excelsior Band has been congratulated by worldwide supporters following their victory at the recent Australian National Championships.
April 14, 2026
Wind Orchestras prepare for their European Championships in Germany
It will not only be brass bands battling for European honours this year.
April 14, 2026
Riverside talent on display at in house solo festival
Riverside Youth Band players were on fantastic form at their recent solo festival.
April 14, 2026
Troms to the fore in Durham
There is British Trombone Day in Durham next month — ad you can be a part of it.
April 13, 2026
Shanks to lead masterclass and rehearsal day in Coventry
Chris Shanks will lead an inclusive Open Rehearsal Day in Coventry this month — so why not come along — and get a free lunch too.
April 13, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More music to enjoy this week over the airwaves from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge and their selection box of goodies.
April 13, 2026
Wychavon offer warm welcome for masterclass with Foden's
Young players can enjoy a free masterclass event with Foden's players, whilst bands cane get their entries in for the Festival of Brass.
April 13, 2026
Brass in Concert Championship line-ups announced
The bands who will bring their brands of entertainment to Gateshead later this year have been confirmed.
April 13, 2026
Results: 2026 North American National Championships
Five Lakes Silver reclaims the National honours with section awards to Georgia, Cherry Blossom, Fountain City United, Watson Brass, Triangle Youth and St Louis Youth in Fort Wayne.
April 13, 2026
Report & Result: 2026 ConsTest Birmingham Open
Derwent Brass claim the honours in the heart of Birmingham with a show of future ambition.
April 11, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 New Zealand National Championships
North Shore Brass breaks the Wellington stranglehold on the A Grade honours as there are section wins for St Kilda Brass, Rolleston Brass, Brass Whanganui Concert Brass and Tonga Collge Brass
April 11, 2026
World Rankings: April 2026
Eikanger-Bjørsvik return to the top of the rankings following their recent victory at the Norwegian Championships in Bergen.
April 09, 2026
Limited tickets only for NYBBGB Easter concerts
There are only limited tickets left if you wish to enjoy the New Horizons Concerts of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Leyburn and Manchester — so be quick.
April 08, 2026
Spring upgrade from Doodles
The bespoke mouthpiece business is offering a Spring custom upgrade...
April 08, 2026
Radio: Bandstand
More brass band music to enjoy from Lucas Burns in Australia with one work about a dog and a bomb...
April 08, 2026
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