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European Youth Band set to play its role in Linz
35 talented young players will represent their countries as part of the 2026 European Youth Brass Band in Linz.
February 27, 2026
Sax sliding away into obscurity
A fund raising campaign has been set up to save the tomb of Adolphe Sax from crumbling away...
February 26, 2026
Bandstand revival nears completion in Todmorden
A marathon campaign to save and rejuvenate a historic Yorkshire bands stand is reaching its final triumphant few bards.
February 26, 2026
Easter treats from BrookWright Music
There are plenty of Easter musical treats to enjoy from a variety of composers from BrookWright Music.
February 26, 2026
The Brass Band Story set for publication
A new book written by Prof Trevor Herbert and aimed at general readers interested in an overall analysis and insight into the brass band movement in the UK and beyond, is to be published in July.
February 26, 2026
Small drop in Midlands Area entrants
69 bands will compete at the Midlands Regional Championships over two weekends in March.
February 26, 2026
Positive uptake for Scottish title challenges
There will be two full days of competitive and non-competitive music making at the 2026 Scottish Championship in Perth.
February 26, 2026
Line-ups for North of England Area confirmed
42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and Cheltenham later in the year.
February 26, 2026
4BR Review — Episode 16
Iwan and Chris looked forward to the 2026 Regional Championships — the issues, music and tips for victory, as well as provide their views on new CD releases, book, LPs, concerts and events to go to...
February 26, 2026
New Dutch National works to be revealed
The works to be used at the 2026 Dutch National Championships are being revealed over coming weeks — starting with the First Division.
February 25, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
Music with a Welsh flavouring in parts to celebrate St David's Day with Martin and Julie at 5.00pm.
February 25, 2026
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
Simon and Sandy take the opportunity to discuss the forthcoming Regional Championships with tips and opinions on the five test-pieces to be used.
February 25, 2026
Radio: Bandstand
More great music from the new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia.
February 25, 2026
Yorkshire's Next Generation shines on tuition day
The next generation of Yorkshire playing talent was on show under the direction of Richard Marshall.
February 24, 2026
Spectrum of young talent shines again in Belgium
The National Youth Brass Band of Belgium and it even younger sibling continues to be inspired for the future.
February 24, 2026
Latest 4BR Review podcast
The latest live 4BR Review podcast will be aired on Wednesday 25th February at 7.00pm — so why not bookmark it and join us with your views as we preview of the 2026 Regional Championships and more...
February 23, 2026
Report & Result: 2026 Welsh Open
Wantage are in a winning frame of mind to claim the entertainment honours in Newport
February 23, 2026
Spring Festival tickets now on sale
Tickets for the 104th British Open Spring Festival in Birmingham in May are now on sale — with discounts available.
February 23, 2026
Black Dyke's RNCM concert now on Wobplay
The Yorkshire champion's concert appearance at the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival can now be enjoyed on the Wobplay media platform.
February 23, 2026
Wright & Round: The Colours Fly (Wendy Nevard)
A super upbeat opener which will add plenty of musical colour to any concert.
February 23, 2026
Results: 2026 NEMBBA Contest
There were successful early Area runouts for Skelmanthorpe, South Yorkshire Police, Leicestershire Coop, Dronfield and Matlock.
February 23, 2026
London & SC Area line-ups confirmed
The line-up of bands, conductors, judges and schedule are confirmed for the 2026 London & Southern Counties Area Championships in Stevenage next month.
February 21, 2026
Wallace spirit maintains free music demands on Scottish politicians
A Music Manifesto for Scotland published by the Music Education Partnership Group aims to keep the commitment to free music tuition at the forefront of future political commitments.
February 21, 2026
Welsh contest season set for entertaining opener
There will be a packed day of music making on show in Newport on Sunday as the contesting season in Wales kicks-off with a cross border entertainment battle.
February 21, 2026
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