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Anglo-French lead at Swedish champions
Ryan Watkins and Florent Didier will take the baton at Göta Brass for the coming contesting season.
September 02, 2026
Whittle steps down from secretary role
Adam Whittle has taken the decision to step as Secretary of the Leicestershire Brass Band Association.
September 02, 2026
Cornish cream set for York preview
Three of the four Cornish bands that will head to York Barbican for the National Finals later this month will hold a special pre-contest preview ahead of their travels.
September 02, 2026
Brass bands on the Telegraph lines
The Daily Telegraph's review of Prof Trevor Herbert's new book on brass bands draws a positive future outlook from critic Ivan Hewett.
August 31, 2026
T&R Direct Insurance Services: A guide to brass band insurance
Loads of things all bands and players need to know about protecting instruments
August 31, 2026
Banding classics added to Wobplay
A great trio of classic banding releases, a new podcast episode and the chance to look back at this year's Elgar International Festival.
August 31, 2026
Camborne Brass look to raise funds after break-in vandalism
A Crowdfunding page has been launched to help Camborne Brass after vandals broke into their bandhall and caused extensive damage.
August 31, 2026
BrookWright Music: Breathe on me, Breath of God (R. Jackson arr. Andrew Wainwright)
A reflective treatment of Edwin Hatch's beloved 1878 hymn to add to any concert programme.
August 31, 2026
A towering 60 years to be celebrated by Blackpool Brass
The band from the famous seaside resort looks to celebrate its 60th anniversary later this year with friends and a few old Blackpool stars...
August 30, 2026
Cash prize increase for British Open winner
The newly crowned British Open champion will win the largest cash prize in current world banding.
August 30, 2026
Report & Result: 2026 West of Scotland Entertainment Contest
Kirkintilloch continues their fine form with a return to the top at Troon.
August 30, 2026
Broadcast repeats of NYBBGB Summer Concerts
You will be able to enjoy the performances of both the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Childrens Band and the senior National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain on YouTube next month.
August 29, 2026
Welsh Open set for live-stream broadcast
The 2027 Welsh Open Championship will be broadcast around the globe.
August 29, 2026
Entries open for Scottish Youth Championships
Bands and ensembles can now get their entries in for the Scottish Youth Championships in Perth.
August 29, 2026
Cory adds to Prestige
The Welsh champion will challenge for major honours with new Prestige cornet help as partnership with Besson is extended.
August 29, 2026
Community Centre looks for brass band loving promoter
Addlestone Community Centre in Surrey is looking to carry on 50 years of brass band concerts with a new volunteer lead.
August 29, 2026
Evans takes MD role at Boarshurst
The experienced Martyn Evans is the new MD at Boarshurst Silver.
August 29, 2026
BrookWright Music: Call (Zachary Docter)
A cracking concert opener by American composer Zachary Docter.
August 29, 2026
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
The second part of Sandy and Simon's exploration into the benefits of playing orchestral repertoire.
August 29, 2026
New percussion support for National Championships
Bergerault Percussion and Ev-entz will provide top level instruments, equipment and assistance at the York Barbican and Royal Albert Hall National Finals.
August 29, 2026
Shaw appointment at Darwen
The experienced Matt Shaw takes over the helm from David Ashworth at Darwen Brass
August 29, 2026
Wright & Round: I Will Always Love You (Parton arr. Barry)
Why not put a brass band tribute to Dolly Parton on your next concert programme...
August 29, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
August 28, 2026
Kennedy steps down from coop flugel role
Stephanie Kennedy will step down from her flugel at the Brass in Concert champion but will remain an important lead of their youth development projects.
August 28, 2026
One third of adults regret giving up their musical interest
A recent survey has found that young adults wish they had continued their involvement in making music in some form.
August 28, 2026
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