News / 2026
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Stevenage performances on replay on Wobplay
March 24, 2026
If you want to find out how all the prizes were won in Stevenage on the weekend, the tune into wobplay and enjoy... and debate
And the National Final invitations go to...
March 24, 2026
The provisional list of bands that will be invited to compete at the 2026 National Finals at London and York have now been completed.
Results: 2026 North of England Regional Championships
March 21, 2026
EverReady, Durham Miners Institute, Felling, Barton Community and Driffield take the first four titles in Durham
Results: 2026 London & SC Regional Championships
March 21, 2026
Zone One, Fulham, Staines, Betteshanger and Crystal Palace claim titles at Stevenage
Did brass bands really receive £31 million?
March 19, 2026
Arts Council England is reported to have paid out over £31 million to bands in the last three years, but the figures may not be all that they appear to be...
Ticket demand high for NYBBGB Easter showcases
March 19, 2026
If you want to hear the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in action this Easter the you had better be quick about getting a ticket...
Durham focus for North of England Area contenders
March 19, 2026
42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and York later in the year.
Bands get ready for London & SC Area challenges
March 19, 2026
Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre will host 76 bands battling for National Finals qualification this weekend.
York National Finals schedule to be announced on 7th April
March 19, 2026
Qualifiers for the Section 1-4 National Finals will find out on which day they will play next month.
Ticket price savings for National Youth Championships
March 19, 2026
If you book your tickets on-line you can save hassle and money for a packed day of brilliant entertainment in Birmingham.
Pioneering spirit on show at Dutch Nationals
March 19, 2026
A work inspired by the explorations of Marco Polo, Christopher Columbus, and Abel Tasman will test the Fourth Division bands at the Dutch National Championships this year.
Cory add to their percussion team
March 19, 2026
Darcy Beck joins the ranks of the new Welsh Champion.
Seaside rendezvous in Lancashire
March 19, 2026
A fantastic Brass at the Seaside initiative needs a bit of extra support if it is to keep entertaining the crowds on St Anne's Promenade.
Wright & Round: Cottonopolis (Esme Harper)
March 18, 2026
An upbeat concert march celebrating the industrial heritage of Manchester.
Podcast: That's Not Banding: Norway Special — Episode 17
March 18, 2026
Find out how the dynamic duo enjoyed themselves at this year's Norwegian National Championships.
Radio: Touch of Brass
March 18, 2026
More music to enjoy over the airwaves from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge with a broadcast from the West of England Area Championships.
European judges announced
March 18, 2026
EBBA has announced the panel of judges that will make the decisions at the European Championships in Linz.
Report & Result: 2026 Midlands Regional Championships Second Section
March 15, 2026
Harborough Band claims the last Midlands title on offer for this year as they are joined in York by Leicestershire Co-op.
Report & Results: 2026 Welsh Regional Championships
March 14, 2026
Cory reclaims the Welsh title as Parc & Dare, Markham & District, City of Cardiff (M2) and Gwaun Cae Gurwen claim section honours.
Report & Results: 2026 West of England Regional Championships
March 14, 2026
Flowers reclaim Area title with section wins for Lympstone, Lanner & District, St Pinnock and Pendennis Brass in Torquay
Ready to shine? NYBBGB offer audition skills workshops
March 14, 2026
There are a trio of FREE audition skills workshops on offer from the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain to help young player's skills sets.
Doodles Area boost
March 14, 2026
The expert mouthpiece replating servicer has enjoyed an Area boost — with more to come.
Baker to head west and west again
March 14, 2026
Brett Baker will head to Swansea and then on to the USA for a busy period of playing...
Band Supplies seeks new retail manager
March 14, 2026
The leading brass and woodwind retailer is looking to add to their team.
Quartet boost for Northop for Welsh title challenge
March 14, 2026
Four new signings will help boost Northop's challenge to return to the Royal Albert Hall.
