News / 2026
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Yorkshire Area line-ups confirmed
January 27, 2026
There will be 54 bands battling to become Yorkshire champions in Huddersfield in March.
Bont experience new signings and returnees
January 27, 2026
Pontardulais Band will look forward to a busy start to the new contesting year boosted by additions to their ranks.
Kapitol issues Third Section Regional test-piece errata
January 27, 2026
Competing bands and adjudicators will all have access to a comprehensive errata for the forthcoming Third Section Area test-piece.
New composition to be focal point of Pontypridd Festival
January 27, 2026
A new work is hopefully being composed to celebrate a musical focal point of Pontypridd.
Memorable RNCM Festival exceeds ambitions
January 26, 2026
A weekend packed with memorable performances and highlights showcases the best of brass band music making to the world in Manchester.
No European Championship in England in 2028
January 24, 2026
A difficult funding landscape sees BBE withdraw from hosting the European Championship in Birmingham in 2028
Van Looy ready for Bourgeois challenge
January 23, 2026
The Belgian euphonium star will showcase one of the most fearsome concertos for the instrument at the RNCM Festival with Welsh Champion, Tredegar.
4BR Friday interview with Concord Brass Band
January 22, 2026
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Steffen Maersk of the Danish National Champion as they get ready for their RNCM International Brass Band Festival debuts this weekend.
Euph and baritone prelude to RNCM Festival
January 22, 2026
The RNCM Euphonium & Baritone Ensemble will provide the musical aperitif for the weekend of concert performances and discussions in Manchester.
Yorkshire Youth set for RNCM showcase
January 22, 2026
The Yorkshire Youth Brass Band are ready to make a memorable mark at this weekend's RNCM International Brass Band Festival.
Red Admiral announces launch of Access to Adjudication initiative
January 22, 2026
A new approach to brass band adjudication training is being offered through the Red Admiral Music Academy
Band Supplies has Area ready instruments to go....
January 22, 2026
If its the perfect instrument you are looking for to boost your Area chances, then Band Supplies may well have the perfect Besson choice for you...
John Packer leads UK brands at NAMM
January 22, 2026
The John Packer stable of instruments is making its mark on the American market place at the huge NAMM Trade festival in California.
Music of the Spheres chosen as British Open set work
January 22, 2026
Philip Sparke's iconic test-piece will be the challenge for the bands to meet at the 2026 British Open Championship.
Cobb celebration to be recorded for broadcast
January 22, 2026
The sold out 'Stephen Cobb 50' concert at Regent Hall this weekend will be recorded and set for broadcast withing 24 hours.
Festival trio to lead Belgian challenges
January 22, 2026
Guy Audenaert, Russell Gray and Richard Marshall will lead the competition challenges of Belgian National, European and World title contenders.
New Brighouse trom team ready for RNCM debut
January 22, 2026
The British Open champion will field their new trombone section at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival this weekend.
Marsden support from banding community
January 22, 2026
Musical and financial support has been forthcoming from the banding movement to help Marsden Silver Band recover from flood disaster.
Scottish Championship judges announced
January 22, 2026
The adjudication teams and schedule for the Scottish Championship in Perth in March have been confirmed.
Radio: Bandstand
January 22, 2026
A new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia each week.
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 14
January 22, 2026
More musings and entertainment from the Brighouse pairing for Chris and Tom...
Voigt brings the sound of the horn to new audiences
January 21, 2026
German tenor horn player Anabel Voigt is making her mark with recordings and performances.
4BR Wednesday interview with Clare Cope
January 21, 2026
4BR talks to the award winning composer ahead of the world premiere of his work, 'The Green Chapel' at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival in Manchester.
Final chord ahead for Adachi and Nailsworth
January 21, 2026
The successful six year partnership between Nailsworth Silver Band and Musical Director Anri Adachi will come to an end at the West of England Regional Championships.
