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Andrew McMillan

Interview with Andrew McMillan

In the first of a new short interview series, we speak to the Scottish tenor horn star Andrew McMillan following the release of his inventive new CD, 'Time Pieces'

June 06, 2026


Cory tour

Cory set to tour Canada and USA later this year

The Welsh champion will embark on a major eight day tour to North America in October.

June 05, 2026


Foundations

Closing date looms for Future Leaders

If you want your band to benefit from future leaders of confidence, skill and inspiration, then you need to get your application in soon.

June 05, 2026


York Early Music Festival

Fanfare welcomes at York Early Music Festival

A brand new fanfare written by Yorkshire composer Sam Meredith will be played during the opening weekend by the German renaissance ensemble (hanse) Pfeyffery.

June 05, 2026


North Shore

President hopes to build on momentum in NZ

Following a successful National Championships, New Zealand banding must build on the momentum created according to its President.

June 05, 2026


Yorkshire Imps

Dual euph arrival boosts Imps

Yorkshire Imperial has boosted its euphonium ranks with the arrival of the experienced duo of Toni Durrant and Liz Wood.

June 05, 2026


Wainwright

Wainwright enjoys life on the hog

Composer Andrew Wainwright has been an interview guest on the 'Brass Hog' website.

June 05, 2026


Enchantment in Paris

Wright & Round: Enchantment in Paris (Philip Harper)

A touch of Parisian artistry for any cornet player to add to their solo CV.

June 05, 2026


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode 33

Part 2 of a chat with well known bandsman John Powell.

June 05, 2026


Thats not banding

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 22

The duo look back on their recent successful Whit Friday experience playing with Brighouse & Rastrick Band.

June 05, 2026


Festival

Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features

There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.

June 04, 2026


Conway

Conway ends his way at Diggle

Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.

June 04, 2026


Cory

New Euph addition at Cory

Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.

June 04, 2026


BBCA

BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed

10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.

June 04, 2026


Steam Train

Brass and steam...

Royal Oakeley Silver will be providing the musical accompaniment to a great weekend of steam in North Wales.

June 04, 2026


dOBCROSS yOUTH

Dobcross Youth honour much loved former member

The memory of a stalwart former member will be maintained through music with cornet presentation.

June 04, 2026


Coleford

Coleford set for second helping of brass

The Forest of Dean town will welcome 9 bands to perform throughout the day on Saturday 13th June — with a massed bands finale as well.

June 04, 2026


Pontardulai

Bont celebrations for 80th anniversary

Pontardulais Band will celebrate its 80th anniversary by looking back on its proud history as well as forward to an exciting future.

June 04, 2026


Doodles

Give you mouthpiece a Summer makeover with Doodles

If you are taking a Summer break then why not take the opportunity to come back to a mouthpiece that looks as good as you...

June 04, 2026


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Lots more great music to enjoy with march flavour in June from presenters Martin and Julie.

June 04, 2026


Carousel

New six pack from Presto

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

June 03, 2026


Tameside

Report & Results: 2026 Tameside Whit Friday

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

June 02, 2026


Scotland

Scottish banding battles for success

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

June 01, 2026


Cross

Death of David Banwell

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

June 01, 2026


Whit Friday

Whitsuntide celebration on Radio 4

The celebration of Whitsuntide in Saddleworth has been marked on Radio 4 — accompanied by brass band music

May 31, 2026


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Hannah Caraker

Interview with Hannah Caraker

June 28 • 4BR Editor catches up the winner of the 2026 Brass Band Conductors Association flagship Conducting title.


hANNAH cARAKER

Caraker claims BBCA conducting crown

June 28 • There is an American victory in Halifax as Hannah Caraker claims flagship Brass Band Conductors Competition prize.


Van Looy

Van Looy to lead Carlton Main at British Open

June 28 • Glenn Van Looy will take the baton with Carlton Main Frickley Colliery for their British Open challenge.


Ollie Atherton

Atherton adds to Rath artist roster

June 28 • Brighouse & Rastrick bass trombone player Ollie Atherton has become a Rath Trombones artist.


Barnsley Brass - Black Dyke Band

Thursday 25 June • St Mary's Church. Church Street. Barnsley S70 2AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Junior Guildhall Brass Band

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Royal Sackbut Collective

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Mossley Band

Sunday 28 June • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - Central Band of the RAF

Thursday 2 July • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Enderby Band

June 28 • Midlands Championship section band seeks: 2 x cornet (positions negotiable), 1 x Eb bass, and percussionists.. . Enderby are a sociable, hardworking band with a balanced diary of concerts, contests, and social events.


Hook Norton Brass Band

June 28 • HNBB, based near Banbury in Oxfordshire, is seeking a new Musical Director to lead our friendly and ambitious band. With a varied calendar of engagements and supportive committee, our thriving community band would love to hear from you.


Chinnor Silver

June 27 • We are looking for Bb BASS & PERCUSSION players to join our friendly ambitious 1st Section band.. We rehearse on Wednesdays in our own bandroom . We have a good and varied diary of concerts, contests and a trip aboard planned for 2027


Ian Holmes

BA (hons), PGDip (RCM), ARCM, ALCM
Conductor, piano accompanist and educator


               

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