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2027 Welsh Open entries
There are only a limited number of places available for the popular Welsh Open Contest in Newport next year.
July 29, 2026
The latest issue of Brass Band World Magazine is now out
The July/August edition of the leading banding magazine is now out and is packed with news, views, reviews and articles.
July 28, 2026
Band Supplies head to Elgar Summer School
Band Supplies will bring a packed trade stand to the Elgar International Brass Band Summer School.
July 28, 2026
Bandamonium on demand after global reach
You can sit back and enjoy the great entertainment on show from the recent Bandamonium event held in Devon on the weekend.
July 28, 2026
Principal roles in place on National Youth Band course
The principal players on the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Children's Band course have been decided.
July 27, 2026
Seats in demand for Brass in Concert
November in Gateshead may be a while away, but tickets for Brass in Concert are already being snapped up very quickly.
July 27, 2026
Scottish principals to the fore in Strathallan
The young players on the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland course are making their musical mark.
July 27, 2026
Wright & Round: I Want You Back (Philip Harper)
Bring the sound of Motown to your next concert.
July 27, 2026
Friday focus for National Children's Band
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Children's Band will give their summer course concert in Taunton on Friday afternoon.
July 27, 2026
Deadline looms for Scottish Open entries
The deadline for the Scottish Open Championship supported by Besson is fast approaching.
July 26, 2026
New trio joins Easington
The trombone, cornet and bass sections of the North East band welcome new signings.
July 26, 2026
Kane takes the baton at Nailsworth
The vastly experienced Derick Kane is the new Musical Director of Nailsworth Silver Band.
July 26, 2026
Elland Silver Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet Contest calls for entries
The closing date for the popular event is fast approaching — so get you entries in.
July 26, 2026
4BR Carousel: Six great releases from World of Brass
Six great CD releases are a mouse click away from being added to your collection.
July 25, 2026
Van Looy to lead Schoonhoven team progress
Glenn Van Looy will be joined by Erik van de Kolk and Stefan van der Wilt to spearhead Brass Band Schoonhoven's future musical progress.
July 25, 2026
Besson welcomes Lithuanian euph star to Artist roster
One of Lithuanian banding's rising stars has become a Besson performance artist.
July 25, 2026
BrookWright Music: Pageant (Barrie Gott)
A great little concert work aimed at bringing out the variation qualities of a Fourth Section band.
July 25, 2026
Dixon docks at Marsden for York challenge
Grimethorpe MD, Ben Dixon will lead Marsden Silver Prize Band at the First Section National Finals.
July 24, 2026
Scottish youth ready for NYBBS experience
143 talented young players will head to Perthshire for what promises to be an inspirational week of fun and serious music making.
July 24, 2026
Band Supplies: The new Sterling Royale Euphonium and Baritone now available
Band Supplies has taken stock of the eagerly anticipated Royale Euphonium and Baritone from Sterling Instruments.
July 24, 2026
Countdown on for Bandamonium
There will be bandamonium in Devon on Saturday 25th July — and you can enjoy it all live and on demand thanks to NXTOD.
July 23, 2026
Adjudication panels for National Finals announced
The panels of judges who will make the National Final decisions has been confirmed.
July 22, 2026
Hotel packages for London and York
rooms4groups has some great deals on offer for the National Finals
July 22, 2026
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