News / 2025
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Podcast: The Brass Monkeys Episode 9
June 07, 2025
The latest brass band podcast with a North Walian accent sees the team joined by tuba player Martin Bassett-Rhodes.
Gray to take baton at Gramercy Brass Orchestra
June 07, 2025
Russell Gray will be the guest conductor at this year's Gramercy Brass Orchestra Band Camp.
Mark Carter funeral details announced
June 07, 2025
The funeral arrangements for the respected owner of the Mr Tuba business have been announced.
World Rankings — June update
June 07, 2025
Eikanger-Bjørsvik hits the high note topping the World Rankings after Spring shake-up.
New Horizons Exchange links UK and Swiss youth again
June 06, 2025
The Besson Horizon programme will once again see youngsters from the National Youth Bands of Great Britain and Switzerland enjoy reciprocal musical trips.
High demand for premium tickets for British Open
June 05, 2025
Premium tickets for the British Open are starting to become increasingly limited — so don't miss out.
Chav Brass set for serious fun at Whit Friday
June 05, 2025
The scallywags of the Whit Friday circuit will be performing with serious ambition this year as they seek to inspire the next generation with a mix of DJ Sammy and Eric Ball...
2025 Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed
June 04, 2025
From start times to prize money, contact details and essential information — the details of the Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.
Enjoy Spring Festival highlights
June 04, 2025
The British Open has produced a special YouTube feature capturing the highlights of the 2025 Spring Festival in Blackpool.
Exciting Antipodean challenges for NZ Nationals
June 04, 2025
There is an encouraging outlook for the New Zealand Championships in Christchurch next month.
Thornton and Barton set to inspire Childrens Band
June 04, 2025
Dr David Thornton and guest soloist Lewis Barton will lead the musical attractions at the NYBBGB Childrens' Band Summer Concert in August.
Open Day invite at RBC
June 04, 2025
If you want to find out more about the music and brass band courses at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire then book your place at its Open Day — and bring your instrument.
New Zealand looks for new test-piece works
June 04, 2025
New Zealand composers can now submit works for consideration for the 2026 National Championships.
New BandSafe lead for BBE
June 04, 2025
Neil Roberts will now lead Brass Band England's BandSafe's training in his role as Safeguarding Manager.
Lovatt to Pack a punch with Hollywood Hits in Harrogate
June 04, 2025
Mike Lovatt's Brass Pack is to head to Harrogate with its new 'Brass Hits Hollywood' show.
Semi Final line-up confirmed for BBCA competition
June 04, 2025
Ten conductors will battle to win the Brass Band Conductors' Association Conducting Competition.
Summer Evening claims NZ Composition Prize
June 04, 2025
A new slow melody work has won the 2025 SOUNZ Brass Composition Prize.
Report & Result: 2025 Nelson Marlborough Contest
June 04, 2025
Nelson City Brass warm up for New Zealand National with imposing double.
UK Leading Bands Forum discuss issues of concern
June 03, 2025
The UKLBF has looked to work towards answers to rising costs, protective policies, Spring Festival accommodation and British Open judges,
Open Borders aims to attract bands to Jedburgh
June 03, 2025
Entres are now open for the 2025 Borders Entertainment Contest.
Willebroek concert showcase at Dutch Nationals
June 03, 2025
The current European, World and Belgian Champion will cross the border to provide a special concert at the Dutch National Championships later this year.
Foden's to provide National preview
June 03, 2025
Foden's will once again head to Regent Hall the night before the National Championship to give a sneak preview of what's to come at the Albert Hall...
CalderPips set to grip the Whit Friday weight
June 03, 2025
If you want to protect your back and posture for the hard yards around the Whit Friday circuit then make sure you get your CalderPips Grip on order
Gorsedd honour for Williams
June 03, 2025
Conductor and player Dylan Williams joins a prestigious intake of new members of the Gorsedd of Bards at the National Eisteddfod of Wales.
Death of Ray Woodfield
June 03, 2025
The death has been announced of the hugely respected composer and arranger Ray Woodfield.
