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Gregson

Presteigne prestige added to Gregson's busy year

Two new premieres at the leading classical music festival add to Edward Gregson's busy year of performances.

August 28, 2025


Fodens

Regular Armagh break for Foden's

Members of Foden's Band have enjoyed their regular musical trip to Armagh.

August 28, 2025


Gloucesters

New march to honour Forest of Dean soldiers

A new march will help the fundraising efforts for a memorial to mark the heroic action of Forest of Dean soldiers of the 1st Battalion The Gloucestershire Regiment.

August 28, 2025


Smith and Grezzy

Podcast: Smith & Grezzy

The topics of self indulgent test pieces and the rise of AI are discussed by Sandy, Simon and guests.

August 28, 2025


Star Crossed Lovers

Roberts reveals Star Crossed secrets

Composer Stephen Roberts provides his preview of the British Open test-piece, 'Star Crossed Lovers'.

August 27, 2025


Star Crossed Lovers

Romeo, Romeo wherefore art thou preview?

If you want to hear 'Star Crossed Lovers' before the big day in Birmingham, a number of the contenders have announced their previews.

August 27, 2025


Danny Jones

Adams announce Jones addition to artist roster

Danny Jones, the solo euphonium player of Aldbourne Band has been signed to the artist roster of Adams Musical Instruments.

August 27, 2025


Westwood takes baton at Enderby

Gareth Westwood is the new Musical Director of Enderby Band.

August 27, 2025


Youth Championships

Fancy being an adjudicator?

If you do, then Brass Bands England want to hear from you for the 2026 National Youth Championships.

August 27, 2025


Anabel

Voigt goes from student to tutor to inspire next generation

Anabel Voigt has returned to the Jena International Summer Brass Band Camp seven years after taking her steps as a young player.

August 27, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.

August 27, 2025


John Wallace

National treasure honoured by RPS

John Wallace CBE has joined a very exclusive list of Honorary Members of the Royal Philharmonic Society.

August 26, 2025


New PR link to freshen National Championship strategy

Kapitol Promotions enters into new partnership with PR Marketing agency Mobius Industries as they also add to their board of directors.

August 24, 2025


Brass in Concert

Major changes at Brass in Concert Championship

Details are released of a strengthening in the governance and running of the Brass in Concert Championship with Brass Bands England.

August 24, 2025


mUSIC

Mixed news for music provision following exam results

The numbers studying GCSE Music shows an encouraging rise, but those taking A Level exams falls.

August 24, 2025


Dutch Youth

Dutch Youth shine under Antrobus and Hutchinson

The second Dutch National Youth Band course was a great success under the direction of its inspiring musical leaders.

August 23, 2025


Bandamonium

Bandamonium set for Yorkshire

After the success of its fourth edition in Devon the fantastic community extravaganza is set to take place in Yorkshire in September.

August 23, 2025


BrookWright Music

BrookWright Music: O Little One Sweet (J.S Bach arr. Andrew Wainwright)

Bring a classy touch of Bach to your concert programmes with this charming little lullaby carol.

August 23, 2025


Skelmersdale

New MD and player influx at Skelmersdale

They have been packing the ranks and the rostrum at Skelmersdale Band.

August 23, 2025


Limerick

Limerick Festival of Brass set for 2026.

Besson stars Owen Farr and Les Neish will take the lead for the 2026 Limerick Brass Festival.

August 23, 2025


Ryan Richards

Richards takes helm at Northop Silver

Ryan Richards becomes the new MD of Northop Silver Band.

August 23, 2025


Wallace Collection

Wallace and coop to make the invisible visible

The Wallace Collection and the cooperation band will the music of Giovani Gabrieli come to life in Edinburgh this weekend.

August 23, 2025


Perth Concert Hall

Youth entries open for Scottish Festival of Brass

There is a great opportunity for bands to showcase their youthful talent at the Scottish Youth Brass Band Championships in November.

August 23, 2025


Black Dyke Band

Black Dyke make collaborative link with Oldroyd Instruments

The Queensbury Band announces partnership with instrument maker.

August 22, 2025


NYBBW

Welsh Youth ready to shine on tour

The National Youth Brass Band of Wales can be heard on tour in Wrexham, Aberystwyth and Newport over the next three days.

August 21, 2025


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dobcross

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Third Section

September 14 • Dobcross Silver strikes royal gold as they claim the Third Section honours.


arbroath

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Fourth Section

September 14 • The Fourth Section National title heads to Scotland with Arbroath & Carnoustie.


unite

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — First Section

September 13 • Unite the Union claims 'Checkmate' over their rivals to claim the First Section National title.


south Yorkshire Police

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Second Section

September 13 • South Yorkshire Police claim the first title of the Cheltenham weekend.


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Audley Brass

September 14 • Audley Brass (First Section National Finalists 2025) are seeking a first class PRINCIPAL EUPHONIUM. We have some very exciting events coming up including 5 epic beer festival nights and Wychavon Festival of Brass entertainment contest.


Longridge Band

September 13 • Longridge Band invite applications for a SOPRANO CORNET player. We are a friendly, committed band, who enjoy a good balance of concerts and contests throughout the year.


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


John Durrant

MA LLCM TD CertEd (Dist)
Conductor, Band Trainer, Composer, Trumpet and Cornet Soloist, Arranger, Adjudicator


               

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