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March Edition of Brass Band World magazine out now

The latest edition of the leading brass band magazine is now out — packed with interviews, articles, reviews and news...

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  The latest edition of the magazine is now out

The latest edition of Brass Band World magazine is now out, packed with musical interest and debate to enjoy.

Enjoy


It is available in traditional print or digital format.

To find out more go to:
https://www.brassbandworld.co.uk/

THE BBW INTERVIEW

David Childs catch up with conductor John Wilson, who reflects on his brass band beginnings, his journey to the podium, and an extraordinary recent return to the contest stage with Zone One Brass.

TRIBUTE: FORCE OF NATURE

The passing of John Wallace CBE marked a profound loss for the brass band movement and the wider musical world. Lisa Fitzgerald-Lombard reflects on the life and legacy.

100 YEARS OF HOROVITZ'S LEGACY

In the centenary year of Joseph Horovitz's birth, Tim Mutum explores the small, but significant contribution the composer made to the brass band repertoire.

YOUNG COMPOSER Q&A

Young Voice Rising: At just 18, composer and trumpeter, Tamsin Crook, is already attracting international attention with music performed at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival and beyond.

BBW CASTAWAY

The trumpet player Mike Lovatt shares stories from his starry musical career as he casts off for 'BBW's desert island with his top-eight life tracks.

BBW CENTRE BAND

Could Brass Band Willebroek's latest CD, 'European 25', prove prophetic for the band winning two 'Europeans' in a row?

NEWS

The National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain has released the test-pieces for the 2026 Section Finals.

REGIONAL BATTLEGROUND

From Perth to Stevenage bands compete for coveted places in the autumn National Finals..

BANDING SPIRIT

Lisa Fitzgerald-Lombard discovers pioneering individuals and bands that are pushing boundaries and forging new, inspirational pathways.

REVIEWS

The latest recordings from percussionist, Yasukaki Fukuhara with Black Dyke Band, Brass Band Willebroek, and Raquel Samayoa; the RNCM International Brass Band Festival with Chief Contributor, Christopher Thomas; Malcolm Wood's concert salute to Jimmy Leggat; and why Ev-entz is the 'go-to'.

EVENTS GUIDE: TIME TO BOOK UP 2026

As travel from west to east worldwide becomes more uncertain and expensive, there's plenty to enjoy in the UK and continent.

DIARY DATES

What's on in April, and May.

AND ANOTHER THING...


Rob Nesbitt finds his soap box... again.

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Whitburn

Double boost for Whitburn

August 26 • New solo signings boost Scottish Champion's ranks ahead of major challenges.


Tertnes

New duo to lead Tertnes

August 26 • Margie Sutherland Antrobus and Katrina Marzella Wheeler will spearhead the musical approaches of Tertnes Brass on contest and concert stages over the next year.


wsbba

Troon set to welcome entertainers

August 26 • Defending champion Unite Scotland Kinneil leads the entertainers in Troon at the West of Scotland Entertainment Contest this weekend.


BrookWright

BrookWright Solo Competition finalists announced

August 25 • You can now vote for who you think should win the Under 18 and Over 18 categories of the 2026 BrookWright International Brass Solo Contest.


Regent Hall Concerts - Cross Bones Trombone Quintet

Friday 21 August • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 23 August • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

August 26 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Tuesday (1st) in our bandroom at 11am. Why not come along for a relaxed,friendly rehearsal with cake/coffee and it’s all free.. We welcome players of all abilities and blowing with us doesn’t affect your No1 band.


Wantage Silver Band

August 22 • Wantage Concert Brass (1st Section) are looking for a SOLO HORN and PERCUSSIONIST. Under the direction of our dynamic and inspiring MD Daniel Hall. This year we achieved 3rd at the L&SC regionals. We rehearse Tue & Fri 7:30pm- 9:30pm in our own bandhall


Ashington Colliery Band

August 20 • Front Row Cornet & Tenor Trombone. We're a friendly, ambitious Second Section band based in South East Northumberland just north of Blyth. We rehearse Tuesdays & Thursdays, 19:30-21:30, and transport can be provided depending on location.


Dave Collins

BA (Hons) (Dunelm) I, FSCO
Composer and Arranger


               

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