News / 2026
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Double top for Williams at Urdd
May 30, 2026
Conductor Dylan Williams led Ysgol Bontnewydd and Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen to repeat success at the Urdd Eisteddfod in Anglesey.
Whit Friday results
May 30, 2026
The official results will be published on 4BR as soon as they are officially released by the organisers, as bands are requested to show respect and patience to contest providers.
New generation starts to shine for NYBBGB
May 29, 2026
A trio of workshops inspires the next generation of players looking to enjoy the musical experience of being part of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20
May 29, 2026
The Brighouse duo give their thoughts and opinions on Whit Friday and Saddleworth versus Tameside, as well as looking back on their recent travels far and wide.
British Open tickets on sale
May 28, 2026
The box office is open from 10.00am today to get tickets for the 172nd British Open Championship.
Tameside ready to welcome Whit Friday visitors
May 28, 2026
Tameside will offer a warm welcome to competitors and visitors alike for their Whit Friday contests.
Saddleworth set for Whit Friday
May 28, 2026
Brighouse & Rastrick defend their title on what promises to be a packed day of great march entertainment in the sun.
National Youth Orchestra set to transcend with summer concerts
May 28, 2026
Thomas Ades will lead the National Youth Orchestra this summer with an intoxicating world of sound, energy, transformation — and free tickets for teenagers.
Brabbins takes quartet chair at Royal College of Music
May 28, 2026
Martyn Brabbins is to become Personal Chair in Conducting at the Royal College of Music.
Spennymoor boosted by local Mayor
May 28, 2026
The Spennymoor Town and Youth bands will benefit to the tune of over £11,300 thanks to their local Mayor.
Places still up for grabs for Red Admiral Hymn & March contest
May 28, 2026
If you want to try and get your hands on a share of a big prize pot in Croston in July, you had better be quick.
A curious banding link...
May 27, 2026
A BBC television programme from 2023 had a slightly curious, but very timely link to the banding world...
World Championship perc to be provided by Adams
May 27, 2026
Adams Musical Instruments will provide all the percussion requirements for bands in Kerkrade in July.
Wainwright works continue to make championship mark
May 27, 2026
The compositions of Andrew Wainwright are being increasingly performed across the banding world — with his latest release set to add to the repertoire.
Radio: Touch of Brass
May 27, 2026
Enjoy plenty of great brass and military music from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.
Halifax Minster to host Conducting hopefuls
May 26, 2026
The Brass Band Conductors' Association (BBCA) will welcome 10 semi-finalists to its Conducting Competition at Halifax Minster.
Some brass band connections in top 25 Greatest British Composers
May 25, 2026
A list that will surely create debate, even if a few of the 'greatest' according to the BBC Music Magazine have written for the brass band medium...
Death of Les Webb
May 25, 2026
The death has been announced of the popular teacher, player and conductor, Les Webb.
Radio: Touch of Brass
May 25, 2026
Lots more great music to enjoy in the sun from presenters Martin and Julie.
Nakariakov to help celebrate 30th French Open
May 24, 2026
The French Open Championships take place in the Lore Valley next month — headed by a cocnert performance by the incredible Sergei Nakariakov.
Wright & Round: The World's Greatest Storyteller (arr. Philip Harper)
May 24, 2026
The wonderful tales of Roald Dahl brought to musical life by Philip Harper.
British Open ticket sale date announced
May 22, 2026
The general sale of tickets for the 172nd British Open Championships will open on Friday 29th May.
New Horizons repeat for NYBBGB on You Tube
May 22, 2026
The concert given by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain featuring the world premiere of 'Victoria Wood: A Laugh Less Ordinary' is now available to enjoy on You Tube.
One out of three for Wantage
May 22, 2026
The Welsh Open champion is enjoying the challenge of reaching out to new audiences.
