News / 2026
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White honoured by Palace appearance
May 12, 2026
Conductor Melvin White was honoured by an invitation to a Buckingham Palace Garden Party in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the banding movement.
Smiles and positivity on inspirational Open Learning day
May 12, 2026
The recent Northern Regional Brass Band Trust Open Learning Day proved to be a great success.
Wright & Round: Calling (Naomi Rebecca Hill)
May 12, 2026
The award winning composition is an ideal addition to any concert or entertainment contest programme.
RBC Open Day invite to students
May 12, 2026
If you are considering studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, then an Open Day next month will give you all the details and inspiration you need.
Education accolade for Clarence Adoo Project
May 12, 2026
A remarkable project that transforms simulated practice for student nurses and future health care professionals has won a major industry award.
Welsh bands ready for Treforest battles
May 12, 2026
There is an encouraging entry of bands for the South East Wales BBA Contest in Treforest.
John Gillam funeral arrangements
May 12, 2026
The funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and administrator have been announced.
BrookWright Music: He will hold me fast (Matt Merker arr. Noel Brooks)
May 12, 2026
A trombone trio with a difference to add to any concert programme.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20
May 12, 2026
More from the Brighouse duo with their individual look at the banding world.
Report & Results: 2026 IABCB Irish National Championships
May 12, 2026
Drogheda and INF Brass claim the brass band section titles at the recent Irish National Championships.
Report & Results: 2026 Aalborg Music Festival
May 11, 2026
Nordvestjysk Brass Band claims the 14th Aalborg title with section wins for Aalborg Post Orkester, Hjorring Brass Band and Kimbrer Garden
Mayor's Medal honour for Holland
May 11, 2026
Flowers Band MD Paul Holland has been presented with The Mayor's Medal as an expression of the thanks and gratitude of the Citizens of Gloucester following the band's recent European title success.
New commission celebrates Tongan history
May 11, 2026
A new test-piece work by Andrew Wainwright will receive its premiere at the Tonga Secondary School Brass Band Festival.
Venues ready for Tameside Whit Friday visitors
May 11, 2026
11 venues will welcome performers and listeners alike later this month.
Abbotts steps down from principal role at Hammonds
May 11, 2026
Kirsty Abbotts is to step down from the principal cornet seat at Hammonds Band.
Radio: Bandstand
May 11, 2026
More great brass band music to enjoy from downunder with presenter Lucas Burns.
National Youth Band opportunities
May 08, 2026
The National Youth Band of Great Britain is looking to appoint new trustees and a librarian to help strengthen the organisation's heritage and future.
Albert Hall tickets now on sale
May 08, 2026
Tickets for the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall are now on sale.
Summer deals to grab at Band Supplies
May 08, 2026
There are plenty of great deals to grab at Band Supplies on ex-demo and second hand instruments.
BBE to host emergency planning webinar
May 08, 2026
Make sure you have plans in place to protest valuable musical and memorabilia assets if potential disaster strikes.
Last chord approaches for Eagley and Wormald
May 08, 2026
The decade long musical partnership of Eagley Band and Chris Wormald will come to an end in July.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys: Episode 31
May 08, 2026
More brass band chat and opinions rom the North Walian trio.
Cory to head to Alpine Festival
May 06, 2026
The Welsh champion will join up with BrassBand Bozen Uberetsch as part of the first Alps Brass Festival.
BBE appoints Baumann to interim CEO role
May 06, 2026
Sarah Baumann has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer of Brass Bands England.
Childs to provide recital and masterclass at Elgar International Festival of Brass
May 06, 2026
Details have been released of the recital and masterclass appearances of the euphonium virtuoso at the forthcoming event in Birmingham.
