News / 2026
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Death of Alan Jenkins
June 11, 2026
The death has been announced of the hugely respected former orchestral tuba player and journalist Alan Jenkins.
Last call for future leaders
June 11, 2026
If you want to be an inspirational lead for your band organisation then why not sign up for this year's course from BBE.
EU work dries up for UK musicians
June 11, 2026
A new report finds that more than a quarter of UK based musicians have lost all work opportunities in the EU since 2021.
Forget 76 trombones — its 100 tubas that are needed in Scotland
June 11, 2026
Red Note Ensemble is hoping that they will be joined by a legion of low brass for a rare performance of Anthony Braxton's 'Composition No. 19'.
Doss reaches landmark birthday
June 11, 2026
The Austrian composer says music is a means of bringing people together as he celebrates his 60th birthday.
AoBBA welcomes Watkins and Porter to ranks
June 11, 2026
The conductors of the Yorkshire Champions and the Director of Music of The Band of the Grenadier Guards have become the latest additions to the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.
Wright & Round: Lullaby of the Sky (Philip Harper)
June 11, 2026
A wonderfully hypnotic addition to any concert programme from the pen of Philip Harper.
RNCM seeks conducting talent for courses
June 11, 2026
Applicants wishing to be part of the critically acclaimed conducting courses at the RNCM are being invited to apply.
America looks at benefits of a slimmer musical diet
June 09, 2026
The North American Brass Band Championships are considering new timing considerations for own-choice test-pieces at National Championships.
Monarch honours MacMillan
June 09, 2026
Composer Sir James Macmillan becomes a member of the Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle.
BrookWright Music launches Solo Contest
June 09, 2026
Leading music publisher launches bespoke solo competition for all brass instruments
Boax adds to Cory strength
June 09, 2026
The Welsh champion continues to strengthen its ranks with the arrival of new solo baritone player Charlie Boax.
Report & Result: 2026 Traveller's Rest March & Hymn Tune Contest
June 08, 2026
Hepworth boost the bank balance ahead of the Autumn majors with a Wizard of a victory in Meltham.
Elgar Festival offers packed day of elite performers
June 07, 2026
If you are anywhere near Birmingham today then why not enjoy a packed day of elite level brass band performers.
Results: 2026 French Open Championships
June 07, 2026
Carlton Main Frickley leads the prize winners in Amboise at the 30th French Open Championship
Result: 2026 Clans vs Counties
June 06, 2026
Kingdom Brass becomes the first cross border title holder at a brand new entertainment contest in Northumberland.
Interview with Andrew McMillan
June 06, 2026
In the first of a new short interview series, we speak to the Scottish tenor horn star Andrew McMillan following the release of his inventive new CD, 'Time Pieces'
Cory set to tour Canada and USA later this year
June 05, 2026
The Welsh champion will embark on a major eight day tour to North America in October.
Closing date looms for Future Leaders
June 05, 2026
If you want your band to benefit from future leaders of confidence, skill and inspiration, then you need to get your application in soon.
Fanfare welcomes at York Early Music Festival
June 05, 2026
A brand new fanfare written by Yorkshire composer Sam Meredith will be played during the opening weekend by the German renaissance ensemble (hanse) Pfeyffery.
President hopes to build on momentum in NZ
June 05, 2026
Following a successful National Championships, New Zealand banding must build on the momentum created according to its President.
Dual euph arrival boosts Imps
June 05, 2026
Yorkshire Imperial has boosted its euphonium ranks with the arrival of the experienced duo of Toni Durrant and Liz Wood.
Wainwright enjoys life on the hog
June 05, 2026
Composer Andrew Wainwright has been an interview guest on the 'Brass Hog' website.
Wright & Round: Enchantment in Paris (Philip Harper)
June 05, 2026
A touch of Parisian artistry for any cornet player to add to their solo CV.
