News / 2025
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National Youth Band contribution honoured by King Charles III
April 05, 2025
The National Youth Band of Great Britain and fellow brass band representatives were honoured by King Charles III at a special reception at Windsor Castle this week.
Owen to play key part in EBBC Gala Concert
April 05, 2025
Yamaha artist Arfon Owen will take to the organ to play his part in the European Championship Gala Concert in Stavanger
Lewis Merthyr strengthen Towers of Friendship with Germany
April 05, 2025
The Lewis Merthyr Band will be performing on Germany this weekend to help strengthen the tie between two communities through joint music making.
Leyland's turn to bring Best of Brass to Pudsey
April 05, 2025
The penultimate concert of the Leeds 'Best of Brass' series sees Leyland Band bring their brand of entertainment to Pudsey Civic Hall.
Williams duo to leave Cory
April 05, 2025
Glyn and Helen Williams will end their playing tenures at the Brass in Concert Champion this summer.
Outstanding RNCM claims Educate North Award
April 05, 2025
The Royal Northern College of Music "demonstrates exceptional community impact" in claiming latest award.
Echoes of the fjord to be heard in Stavanger
April 03, 2025
The Gala Concert at the forthcoming European Championships in Stavanger will evoke the folk music sounds of the fjords with a brass band twist.
Andrea Price appointed to Kapitol Music Panel
April 03, 2025
The critically acclaimed musician joins the Kapitol Music Panel to help select future Regional and National test-pieces.
Welsh bands urged to attend Safeguarding seminar
April 02, 2025
A special Safeguarding Training Seminar is to be hosted by the South East Wales Brass Band Association this weekend, with bands urged to attend.
Cheltenham National Final schedule announced.
April 02, 2025
The weekend of the 13th and 14th September will see 75 bands take to the stage.
World Music Contest announces test-pieces
April 02, 2025
Works by Jan de Haan, Lucy Pankhurst, Etienne Crausaz, Thierry Deleruyelle and Liz Lane will test bands wishing to be crowned World Champion in Kerkrade next year.
95 year old leads Carlton Area celebrations
April 02, 2025
The remarkable Ken Dunkin led the celebrations as CarLton Brass recently won the Midlands Region Second Section title in Bedworth.
Marshall heads to New Zealand
April 02, 2025
The Black Dyke Band principal cornet will fly across the globe to give masterclasses, concerts and tuition.
Report & Results: 2025 Scottish Solo & Ensemble Championships
April 02, 2025
The cream of Scotland's playing talent was on show in Glasgow last weekend.
Whitburn Band add to Football Focus
April 02, 2025
The Scottish Champion added to the view from the terrace for the popular football show .
Red Admiral launch new Hymn & March Contest
April 02, 2025
Red Admiral Academy will hosting two popular events for bands later this year.
Enjoy the ConsTest action on NXTOD
April 02, 2025
There will be a live stream broadcast to enjoy of the 2025 ConsTest Contest.
Mercer and Barker go on a stateside Monster hunt
April 02, 2025
Mouthpiece manufacturers will be hoping a new collaboration will lead to a Monster hunt from tuba players in the US.
Full house signs up for Holme Valley Contest
April 02, 2025
A fine turn out of bands have been attracted to compete at the Holme Valley Contest later this month.
Hodgkiss claims Besson prize at RWCM&D
April 02, 2025
Ebbw Valley euphonium player Ollie Hodgkiss has claimed the prestigious Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Besson Solo Brass Prize.
Thea Musgrave Funds set up to help musicians
April 02, 2025
Two new funds supported by the celebrated British composer have been set up in collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic Society
Motor City welcomes guests for preview
April 02, 2025
Motor City Brass Band will be hosting a special National Preview concert ahead of their trip to Fort Wayne this weekend.
Find out more on how to make a mark in Wales
April 02, 2025
Two free online training discussions aim to help music creatives with funding opportunities and making themselves more marketable.
Rehearsal slots available for Spring Festival
April 02, 2025
Blackpool Salvation Army has a trio of rehearsal slots available for bands to fill on the Spring Festival contest day.
2026 Youth Championships to head to Birmingham
April 02, 2025
Brass Bands England confirm that the 2026 National Youth Championships of Great Britain will be held in Birmingham.
