News / 2026
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4BR Thursday interview with Les Neish
February 19, 2026
We speak to the Besson artist as he prepares to take the baton for the first rehearsal meeting of the National Youth Brass Band of Northern Ireland.
Linz European line-ups confirmed
February 18, 2026
30 bands will take to the stage at the Brucknerhaus in Linz to try and claim the various European titles on offer.
New website for National Championships
February 18, 2026
A new website will bring you all you need to know about the National Championships of Great Britain.
Ward takes baton for Friary Area challenge
February 18, 2026
John Ward returns to the conducting rostrum in Stevenage to lead former champion Friary Brass in their Area challenge.
BrookWright Music: Fanfares and Proclamations (Steven Ponsford)
February 18, 2026
A fantastic concert opener from the pen of Steven Ponsford.
Tredegar to pay musical tribute to Buckley family
February 18, 2026
The musical lives of Brian and Richard Buckley is to be celebrated in a special concert undertaken by Welsh champion Tredegar.
Snell makes honorary return to Foden's
February 18, 2026
One of the iconic figures in Foden's Band history has become a Honorary Vice President.
Black Dyke Band set for Pudsey showcase
February 18, 2026
The Yorkshire champion will head to Pudsey as part of the Leeds 'Best of Brass' series.
Imps look for a helping hand...
February 18, 2026
Yorkshire Imperial is looking for a new signing or two — but you don't have to be able to play an instrument.
Conclusion ahead to Renshaw and Hade Edge link
February 18, 2026
The musical partnership between Derek Renshaw and Hade Edge Band will come to an amicable end at the Yorkshire Regional Championships.
Radio: Bandstand
February 18, 2026
More great music from the new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia.
Progress and challenges reported at BBE AGM
February 16, 2026
The recent Annual General Meeting of Brass Bands England saw reports of consolidation and progress as well as resetting and rebuilding.
Wright & Round: Castell Beaumaris (Andy Wareham)
February 16, 2026
A new homage addition to the iconic castle marches of the great T.J. Powell from the pen of Andy Wareham.
New conducting talent supported in Rome
February 16, 2026
The Italian Brass Band continues to help support its emerging brass band culture with its masterclass conducting series.
Royal College of Music offers weekend of Youth Brass tuition
February 15, 2026
The RCM Youth Brass weekend will offer youngsters an invaluable opportunity of practical workshops and coaching this April.
Ellerby and Harper to lead on-line test-piece workshop
February 15, 2026
Composers Martin Ellerby and Philip Harper will take the opportunity to talk about their Championship and Second Section set-works in a special free on-line workshop.
Echoes impact for Tine Thing Helseth
February 15, 2026
The latest solo CD from trumpet star Tine Thing Helseth has been nominated for the Norwegian equivalent of a Grammy Award.
Results: 2026 UniBrass Championships
February 15, 2026
The University of Birmingham Music Society successfully defends the UniBrass Trophy as the University of Nottingham claims a first UniBrass Shield title.
Iles and Mortimer Medal honours for Thornton and Raisbeck
February 14, 2026
David Thornton and Ian Raisbeck are the recipients of the 2026 Iles Medal and Mortimer Medal.
Brass Band Day at RBC
February 13, 2026
Spend Valentine's Day exploring your love of brass at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire — alongside Thomas Fountain, Ian Porthouse, Eric Ball and Gordon Langford.
BBC Radio 3 to feature RNCM Festival highlights
February 13, 2026
Performances from Black Dyke, Foden's and Cory are to be featured on BBC Radio 3.
Fishburn offer musical solidarity for Big Meeting
February 13, 2026
RMT Fishburn Band will support the fund raising efforts of the famous Durham Miners Gala.
Tredegar RNCM replay now on wobplay
February 13, 2026
The Welsh champions RNCM International Brass Band Festival performance is now available to enjoy again.
UniBrass ready for full day of music making
February 13, 2026
The ICC Wales in Newport will welcome the UniBrass Championships — with a fantastic day promised by organisers.
BrookWright Music: Finale from Suite No.3 (Tchaikovsky arr. Ruben Schmidt)
February 13, 2026
A thrilling polonaise addition to any concert programme from BrookWright Music.
