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Derwent to provide premiere performances
A new arrangement of Faure's 'Requiem' for brass band and choir will form part of a concert at Southwell Minster this weekend with Derwent Brass.
November 14, 2025
Eagley honoured by King's Award
The Eagley Band organisation has spoken of its pride after the announcement that it is to be presented with a King's Award for Voluntary Service.
November 14, 2025
King's Award for Macclesfield Youth Brass Band
The leading youth band organisation is to be presented with The King's Award for Voluntary Service for 2025.
November 14, 2025
ConsTest to return to Brum
The popular ConTest Championship will be held at the RBS next April — but you need to be quick to get your name in the hat and enjoy the day.
November 14, 2025
Make sure you book your best BIC seat in the house
Your really don't want to miss out on the entertainment at Brass in Concert this year — even if you can't make it to Gateshead.
November 11, 2025
Moore on Radio 3
The acclaimed soloist can be heard performing Dani Howard's 'Trombone Concerto' on Radio 3 next week.
November 11, 2025
Limited places remain for Youth Champs 2026
There are not many places left to be filled for the 2026 National Youth Championships — so you had better be quick if you want to be a part of a great day of music making.
November 11, 2025
Big turn out for Scottish battles in Perth
There will be domestic as well as cross border rivalry on show in Perth later this month for the Band Supplies Scottish Challenge, Besson Scottish Open and Creative Scotland Scottish Youth Championships.
November 11, 2025
Report & Results: 2025 Willebroek Solo Contest
European champion Thibaut De Bondt claims yet another title as young performers showcase their talents in Willebroek.
November 11, 2025
Radio: Touch of Brass
More great brass music making to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.
November 11, 2025
Results: 2025 Swedish National Championships
Gota Brass make it eight wins in a row as they secure the Swedish title yet again
November 09, 2025
Mealor provides 12 answers
Composer Paul Mealor reveals more about his life, work and future plans — including his latest brass band world premiere.
November 09, 2025
Webster passes on expertise to brass band students
Roger Webster recently added to the student appeal of studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
November 09, 2025
Varley takes decision to end Grimethorpe tenure
Grimethorpe's respected solo horn player Helen Varley has stepped down from playing with the Yorkshire band.
November 09, 2025
BrookWright Music: Benedicamus Domino (Andrew Wainwright)
A major festive work ready and waiting from the pen of Andrew Wainwright.
November 09, 2025
Band Supplies Ltd adds to director board
Major addition to leading independent retailer as Rob Hanson of John Packer Musical Instruments becomes a director of Band Supplies Ltd.
November 07, 2025
Cosh expertise on offer for Area gains
Bands can use the essential experience of Paul Cosh in their bids to improve their chances of Regional Championship success next year.
November 07, 2025
Death of Julie Nicoll
The death has been announced of Scottish Brass Band Association Treasurer and Kingdom Brass member, Julie Nicoll
November 07, 2025
Remember, Remember for Friary...
Once again Friary Brass lead the revellers in remembering the Gunpowder Plot and its grisly local connections.
November 07, 2025
BBCA gains charitable status
The Brass Band Conductors Association has gained charitable status in its aim to champion brass band conducting across the UK and beyond.
November 07, 2025
Podcast: Brassers
The Norwegian banding movement is being kept up to date with news, views, opinions and interviews thanks to two fantastic enthusiasts...
November 07, 2025
Death of Peter Fraser MBE
The death has been announced of one of Scottish banding's most significant administrators and banding personalities.
November 07, 2025
Duncan tenure ends at Dalmellington
The two year musical partnership between Andrew Duncan and Dalmellington Band has come to an end.
November 07, 2025
White takes reins at Boarshurst Silver
The experienced Andrew White has become the new MD at Boarshurst Silver Band
November 07, 2025
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 18
More from the podcast with a North Wales banding accent — this time with an interview with conductor and cornet star Russell Gray.
November 07, 2025
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