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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
Mayor's Medal honour for Holland
Flowers Band MD Paul Holland has been presented with The Mayor's Medal as an expression of the thanks and gratitude of the Citizens of Gloucester following the band's recent European title success.
May 11, 2026
New commission celebrates Tongan history
A new test-piece work by Andrew Wainwright will receive its premiere at the Tonga Secondary School Brass Band Festival.
May 11, 2026
Venues ready for Tameside Whit Friday visitors
11 venues will welcome performers and listeners alike later this month.
May 11, 2026
Abbotts steps down from principal role at Hammonds
Kirsty Abbotts is to step down from the principal cornet seat at Hammonds Band.
May 11, 2026
Radio: Bandstand
More great brass band music to enjoy from downunder with presenter Lucas Burns.
May 11, 2026
National Youth Band opportunities
The National Youth Band of Great Britain is looking to appoint new trustees and a librarian to help strengthen the organisation's heritage and future.
May 08, 2026
Albert Hall tickets now on sale
Tickets for the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall are now on sale.
May 08, 2026
Summer deals to grab at Band Supplies
There are plenty of great deals to grab at Band Supplies on ex-demo and second hand instruments.
May 08, 2026
BBE to host emergency planning webinar
Make sure you have plans in place to protest valuable musical and memorabilia assets if potential disaster strikes.
May 08, 2026
Last chord approaches for Eagley and Wormald
The decade long musical partnership of Eagley Band and Chris Wormald will come to an end in July.
May 08, 2026
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