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German Open

German Open open for entries

February 10, 2025
Domestic and international bands can enter the popular German Open Championships in Warstein-Belecke later this year.


Brasettes

Jarvis and Coupland latest Brassettes guests

February 10, 2025
The latest Brassettes podcasts can now be enjoyed with Jo Behan talking to Carol Jarvis and Jennifer Coupland.


City of Bristol

Relaunch sees City of Bristol reach out to the community

February 10, 2025
The newly relaunched City of Bristol Community Band is offering a great musical experience for payers of all ages and abilities.


Slow Meldoy

Report & Results: 2025 Dalmellington Slow Melody Contest

February 10, 2025
Great support and playing featured in annual Dalmellington slow melody spotlight


ODBBA

Pleasing entry for ODDA own choice contest

February 10, 2025
There will be 36 bands showcasing their regional championship preparations at the ODBBA Contest later this month.


Fully scored

Gregson and Graham on Fully Scored podcasts

February 10, 2025
Two of the banding movement's leading composers are featured on the Fully Scored podcast series.


Gareth Ritter

Welsh conductor charged with sex offences

February 10, 2025
Former Welsh Conductor of the Year Gareth Ritter will stand trial later this year.


Anne Crookston

Life Award recognition for Anne Crookston

February 10, 2025
The leading adjudicator is given a surprise presentation at a recent joint concert in the heart of the Scottish capital.


cIVIC hALL

New adjudication line-up for Midlands

February 10, 2025
There has been a late chance to the adjudication teams for the Midlands Regional Championships


Manger

Report & Results: 2025 Norwegian National Championships

February 08, 2025
Manger return to the top of the winner's rostrum in Bergen for the first time since 2010 with a stunning victory under Allan Withington.


Oldroyd

Oldroyd interest boosts ethos

February 06, 2025
The new range of Oldroyd instruments is already making a mark.


UniBrass

Welsh youth to perform at UniBrass Championships

February 05, 2025
The South Wales Youth Band will provide extra entertainment ahead of the results at the UniBrass Championships in Cardiff next weekend.


Artistic

NYBBGB looks to next generation Artistic lead

February 05, 2025
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is looking to appoint a new Director of Artistic Planning.


Northop Silver

Wyss to lead Northop numbers in Swansea

February 05, 2025
Thomas Wyss will lead Northop Silver and its new signings at the Welsh Regional Championships


Foden's

Foden's enjoy another Armagh visit

February 05, 2025
Foden's make their 24th visit to Armagh to inspire players and entertain audiences.


BrookWright

BrookWright Music: Two-gether (Kenneth Downie)

February 05, 2025
A super collection of four hymns and spirituals to add to your small ensemble catalogue playing.


Regent Brass

Monsters, beasts and spirits set to elevate Regent Brass

February 05, 2025
Regent Brass will team up with artists and storyteller Phoenix Fry for a pioneering artistic BBE Elevate partnership.


Pemberton

Pemberton Solo & Ensemble Contest returns

February 05, 2025
There is a welcome return for the popular contest with the hope that it will attract lots of entries.


Steve PJ

Half century return for Steve Pritchard-Jones

February 05, 2025
Steve Pritchard-Jones returns to Porthywaen Silver Band half a century after he first started his musical journey with them.


Area test pieces

Spennymoor to host Regional showcase

February 05, 2025
Four bands will showcase the Area test-pieces they will perform before the big day in Durham


Bergen beckons

Bergen ready for National challengers

February 05, 2025
80 bands are lined up to compete at the Norwegian National Championships this weekend — and 4BR will be there to bring you the action as it unfolds.


BBEngland

Job opportunities on offer at BBE

February 05, 2025
Brass Bands England is looking for a Learning Coordinator and someone to fill a Contract for Services: Safeguarding role.


Holland and Renshaw

Iles and Mortimer Medals for Holland and Renshaw

February 05, 2025
The outstanding service to the brass band movement of conductors Paul Holland and Louise Renshaw will be marked with the presentation of the Iles Medal and Mortimer Medals.


Peter Moore

Moore ready to Shift

February 05, 2025
The much anticipated new solo CD from trombone virtuoso Peter Moore will be released on 21st March.


oplayer

Gilchrist provides milestone moment for Whitburn

February 05, 2025
The long term strategy of developing playing talent from the very first notes is has paid off in brass for Whitburn with the signing of 19 year old Ross Gilchrist




British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Andy Wareham

BMus (Hons), MMus (Hons)
Conductor, Composer, Brass Tutor, Musicologist


               

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