News / 2025
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Foden's to make Citadel link
September 10, 2025
Foden's will share the stage with Birmingham Citadel Band as both ensembles return to the centre of Brum for a joint concert.
How players can help research into MPA
September 10, 2025
A Psychology Research Doctoral student is hoping brass band players can help with her research into music performance anxiety.
Daws to head to Sydney
September 10, 2025
Isobel Daws has been appointed principal trombone of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
Early Music competition looks for young artists
September 10, 2025
The York International Young Artists Competition has announced that applications are invited for its 2026 event.
Entries open for Willebroek solo competition
September 10, 2025
If you wish to enter the solo competition hosted by the European Champion you need to sign up.
Report & Result: 2025 British Open Championship
September 07, 2025
A fait accompli for Brighouse & Rastrick and Prof David King as they are inspired by Shakespeare and Prokofiev to claim the happiest of Symphony Hall endings on 'Star Crossed Lovers'.
Band Supplies at the British Open
September 06, 2025
Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.
Recap on the 4BR British Open preview
September 06, 2025
If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it again ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.
Why not be a judge at the Open this year?
September 06, 2025
If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.
Sterling return at British Open Championship
September 06, 2025
A well respected instrument brand will make a welcome return at the British Open this year.
The Art of Banding comes to British Open...
September 06, 2025
A new project that aims to bring awareness of the passion of banding will be adding to increasing social media coverage at the British Open this year.
Dobcross Wilby ready for Cheltenham
September 05, 2025
A visit from Prof Philip Wilby to a recent Dobcross Silver Band rehearsal has given everyone a musical boost ahead of their National challenge.
Johnson takes principal lead at LSO
September 05, 2025
Former Williams Fairey solo trombonist Simon Johnson has been appointed principal trombone of the London Symphony Orchestra.
Youthful future assured at Bon Accord
September 05, 2025
Fantastic outreach work sees a new youth band set up by Bon Accord Silver Band.
Citadel welcome to the British Open
September 05, 2025
The Birmingham Citadel Band will offer a warm musical welcome to the 171st British Open Championship on Saturday.
Benson and Kirkintilloch tenure ends
September 05, 2025
The successful three year musical partnership between Hedley Benson and the Kirkintilloch Band has come to an end.
Deep Harmony electronic spark from Hamill
September 05, 2025
A new album that combines bass trombone solos with synthesised and electronic music samples has just been released by soloist Seth Hamill.
Foss Dyke withdraws from Cheltenham
September 05, 2025
A shortage of players forces the Midlands First Section Area champion to withdraw from the National Final at Cheltenham next weekend.
Radio: Touch of Brass
September 05, 2025
More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge as well as details of the Cheltenham National Finals.
Fewer than 30 stall seats left for British Open
September 04, 2025
You will need to be quick to get a downstairs seat in the stalls for the British Open — but you can still bag a bargain discount for the Grand Tier to enjoy 'Star Crossed Lovers'.
4BR British Open preview
September 02, 2025
Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.
New additions to prize list at British Open
September 02, 2025
The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.
Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy
September 02, 2025
Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.
Ashley's life affirming donation
September 02, 2025
The Foden's baritone player Ashley Dixon has donated her life giving stem cells to help a father of two children.
