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Volunteers

Nominate your Unsung Hero for BBE Award

If you have an brilliant volunteer associated with your band, make sure you nominate them for a well deserved award from Brass Bands England.

May 15, 2026


BBW

New website link for Brass Band World magazine

You can now enjoy more from the leading publication on its new website domain.

May 15, 2026


Radio

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


Grimnethorpe

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

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


Whit Friday

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


Melvin White

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


Northern Trust

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 and Round

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

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


Clarence Adoo

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


SEWBBA

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

John Gillam funeral arrangements

The funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and administrator have been announced.

May 12, 2026


Hold

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


TNB

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20

More from the Brighouse duo with their individual look at the banding world.

May 12, 2026


Drogheda

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


Nord

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


Paul Holland

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


Tonga

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


Tameside Whit Friday

Venues ready for Tameside Whit Friday visitors

11 venues will welcome performers and listeners alike later this month.

May 11, 2026


Kirsty Abbotts

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


Bandstand

Radio: Bandstand

More great brass band music to enjoy from downunder with presenter Lucas Burns.

May 11, 2026


NYGGB

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

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


Band Supplies

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


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New six pack from Presto

June 3 • Six new and old releases with a connection to the brass band world to enjoy through Presto Music.


Tameside

Report & Results: 2026 Tameside Whit Friday

June 2 • Foden's retain their Whit Friday title with a Presidential flourish in Tameside.


Scotland

Scottish banding battles for success

June 1 • A recent article in one of Scotland's leading newspapers has highlighted both the successes and challenges faced by its banding organisations.


Cross

Death of David Banwell

June 1 • The death has been announced of David Banwell, the widely respected former player, conductor and member of the 4BR team.


Fulham Brass Band - Summer Concert

Friday 5 June • St Dionis Church, Parsons Green SW6 4UH


Yorkshire Imperial - Roger Webster & The Colne Valley Male Voice Choir

Saturday 6 June • St George's Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford BD1 1JT


Ascot Brass - Vanguard Quartet from "Royal Harmonics"

Saturday 6 June • St Michael and All Angels Church St Michaels Green, Grenfell Road Beaconsfield HP9 2BP


Sherborne Town Band - Friends

Sunday 7 June • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - Take 5 Brass Quintet

Friday 12 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 3 • The band requires an Eb bass player for our First section band conducted by Jack Fisher. We have a varied and expanding programme of events throughout the year, including our very well attended, themed concerts.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 3 • The band requires a Cornet player (Position negotiable) for our First section band conducted by Jack Fisher. We have a varied and expanding programme of events throughout the year, including our very well attended, themed concerts.


Bedworth Brass

June 3 • Bedworth Brass (1st Section) require a talented and enthusiastic Principal Euphonium Player to join our hard working band. We are a friendly and sociable band and would love to welcome you into our banding family.


Ian Porthouse


Cornet soloist, clinician, conductor and adjudicator


               

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