News / 2025
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Countdown previews of Symphony in Two Movements
October 05, 2025
There will be a chance to hear how the competitors are getting on with their 'Symphony in Two Movements' preparations ahead of the Royal Albert National Final...
Foden's set for Regent Hall preview ahead of Albert Hall challenge
October 05, 2025
Foden's Band will be joined by Mike Lovatt for their traditional Regent Hall pre-National preview next weekend.
Wilshaw looks to boost Audley Community
October 05, 2025
Steph Wilshaw has been appointed the new Musical Director of Audley Community Band.
Report & Result: 2025 United States Brass Invitational
October 05, 2025
Fountain City takes the honours in Texas as a new event looks to further boost brass banding growth in the USA.
Healthy future boost for Peterlee
October 05, 2025
A new sponsorship partnership and MD secures a healthy future for the East Durham Medical Group Peterlee Band.
Death of Dr Len Mullenger
October 05, 2025
The death has been announced of the founder of the acclaimed Musicweb International website.
Report & Results: 2025 Elland Silver Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet
October 05, 2025
There was talented aged 7 to over 80 on show as the popular Elland event returns to the contesting calendar.
Presto Music Collection: Six more classic CDs
October 04, 2025
Six more CDs and recordings to add to your collection — including the brand new solo release from David Childs.
Feel and play the pre-love from Brassworks
October 03, 2025
There are some fantastic bargains to be had on a host of fantastic instruments — all looking for another loving home.
Major artistic boost for NYBBGB
October 03, 2025
A new work celebrating the life and legacy of one of the UKs acclaimed performers will be written by composer Andrea Price — as the National Youth Band announces partnership with The Victoria Wood Foundation.
Time travellers: The Albert Hall 2006
October 01, 2025
Two decades ago, Besson produced a documentary from the Royal Albert Hall National Final... and some things have certainly changed...
Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass
October 01, 2025
The duo pays personal tribute to conductor Duncan Beckley MBE who recently passed away.
Independent Society of Musicians appoints new President elect
October 01, 2025
The critically acclaimed saxophonist and broadcaster will be the new president of the Independent Society of Musicians.
BrookWright Music: Veni, Sancte Spiritus (Vaughan Williams arr. Geoffrey Nobes)
October 01, 2025
A new work that adapts a classic composition from the pen of the great English composer Vaughan Williams.
Fleetwood Contest to return
October 01, 2025
A welcome new addition to the contesting calendar has been announced as the Fleetwood Contest returns in 2026 with British Open link.
New brass appointments at Guildhall and Trinity Laban
October 01, 2025
Tom Nielsen and Matilda Lloyd will take on new roles as professors at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance.
Judges announced for 2026 London & Southern Counties Area Championships
October 01, 2025
The panel of judges who will make the all important decisions at Stevenage next year have been announced.
Hepworth secure new ceiling to their ambitions
October 01, 2025
The Yorkshire band has been making sure nothing rains on their musical ambitions as their bandroom renovations come closer to completion.
Enjoy the Red Admiral performances on demand
October 01, 2025
You can now sit back and enjoy all the performances from the recent Red Admiral Entertainment contest, time and time again...
Regent at Regent
October 01, 2025
Regent Brass continues its explorations of works old and new as part of the Regent Hall Brass Arts Festival later this month.
Emerging musicians gain fellowship at Royal Liverpool Phil
October 01, 2025
Four talented young musicians become the latest performers to enjoy the opportunity of being followship musicians with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Bandamonium success in Yorkshire
October 01, 2025
There are now two Bandamonium hot-spots in the country as the event enjoys a great debut in Yorkshire.
Podcast: Fully Scored — Episode 72
October 01, 2025
Matthew Frost catches up with trumpet star Louis Dowdeswell to find out more about his playing and personal journeys.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 15
October 01, 2025
The latest episode of the brass band podcast with a North Wales musical accent looks back at the Cheltenham National Finals.
Radio: Touch of Brass
October 01, 2025
Lots more brass and military band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.
