News / 2026
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British Open Countdown: T minus 4
September 08, 2026
Sydney City Brass is the latest Australian band to try an emulate their remarkable predecessors in winning the famous British Open Gold Shield.
Churcher steps down from MD role at Camborne
September 08, 2026
Dr Gareth Churcher has taken the decision to step down as Musical Director at Camborne
Milnrow to replace Tredegar at Brass in Concert
September 08, 2026
Grand Shield champion takes place of Welsh contender at Brass in Concert.
Brass Bands England unable to offer BOPA service from 2027
September 08, 2026
The Department for Education confirms BBE's National Body of Personal Approval will end in April 2027.
Poetry, brass and recovery...
September 08, 2026
A wonderful joint venture of poetry, brass band music and wonderful countryside will help people at stages of different personal recoveries.
Wright & Round: To boldly go...
September 08, 2026
60 years of the iconic Star Trek franchise of television and film series is celebrated this month — so why not add some theme tunes to your concert programme
Kilroy steps back from BBE role to follow health treatment
September 07, 2026
Mike Kilroy will take a temporary step down as Chairperson of Brass Bands England to undergo treatment for prostate cancer.
Check out the Spheres before Symphony Hall
September 07, 2026
The countdown to the British Open sees the competing bands previewing their final preparations on 'Music of the Spheres' — so why not pop along and see how they are getting on.
British Open Countdown: T minus 5
September 07, 2026
Glory and cash. One is priceless, the other pays the bills... but how much are they worth?
Greig's to deliver in Leicester for free
September 07, 2026
There is a free day of brass for young players to enjoy under the expert tuition of Murray Grieg this weekend — so make sure you sign up to enjoy.
Home town honour for Illevold's roots
September 07, 2026
The Norwegian euphonium soloist has been honoured for her musical achievements by her home town.
4BR British Open podcast
September 06, 2026
Join 4BR to air your views and opinions on Wednesday evening ahead of this year's British Open Championship at Symphony Hall.
British Open Countdown: T minus 6
September 06, 2026
30 years ago there was a British Open victory that shock the banding world.
Academics look to banding to provide expert analysis
September 06, 2026
The rather dry academic world of Research Excellence Framework analysis has looked at brass band contesting for potential insight...
Dizzy Brasscals set for night club launch in Manchester
September 06, 2026
The award winning events ensemble is headlining a new night club venture close to its spiritual musical home — with plenty of bangers for people to sing-along to.
Abbotts flugel role with Grimethorpe
September 05, 2026
Kirsty Abbotts is the new flugel horn player at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.
British Open Countdown: T minus 7
September 05, 2026
10 bands taking part this year have lifted the famous British Open Gold Shield in triumph...
Tour marathon for Mead
September 05, 2026
Steven Mead marks a musical milestone with a marathon Asian tour.
Bands need to tick right Boax at Registry
September 05, 2026
Cory Band baritone player Charlie Boax has joined the Brass Band Players Registry as their new Office Administrator.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 38
September 05, 2026
The North Wales banding boys are back with more chat.
Radio: Touch of Brass
September 05, 2026
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
British Open Countdown: T minus 8
September 04, 2026
What's the link between the Premier League champions Arsenal and British Open champion Brighouse & Rastrick?
New CEO at Making Music
September 03, 2026
Making Music appoints Ben Saffell as its new Chief Executive Officer.
British Open Countdown: T minus 9
September 03, 2026
The countdown is underway for this year's British Open with 'Music of the Spheres' ready for lift off. But which European own-choice topping piece comes close to it in contest popularity since it was used in 2004?
New signing at Friary
September 03, 2026
Cornish cornet player Jacob Griffiths returns to the banding fold with Friary.
