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Karl Jenkins

Armed Man success for Aldbourne

The West of England Area champion has enjoyed acclaim after playing their part in a new take on Sir Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man'.

August 12, 2025


Royal College of Music

German youth latest to enjoy Royal College spotlight

One of Germany's leading youth wind ensembles will be showcasing their talents with its brass band links in the heart of London.

August 12, 2025


Unite

125th anniversary welcome to Unite alumni

Players and supporters past and present will be welcomed to a showcase celebration of the 125th anniversary of Unite the Union Band.

August 12, 2025


nybbgb

National Youth Band encore in London

The NYBBGB Ambassador Band will head to the heart of London to this weekend to provide even more brass band entertainment to new audiences.

August 11, 2025


Perth

Judges announced for Scottish Festival of Brass

The line-up of judges have been confirmed for the trio of Scottish Festival of Brass contests.

August 11, 2025


players

Eikanger's holiday inspiration for next generation

Over 100 youngsters have enjoyed being inspired by the music, fun and guidance of Eikanger Bjorsvik players and supporters.

August 11, 2025


Markham

Markham enjoy the craic on Irish tour

A cultural connection between Wales and Ireland based on music and friendship was enjoyed by Markham & District Band on their recent tour.

August 11, 2025


Regent Brass

Banding in the Bronco blood for Regent Brass

Regent Brass will help raise funds for the DKNS Blood Cancer charity as they team up with London Broncos and an amazing little ambassador.

August 11, 2025


Edward Gregson

Gregson performances continue at presto rate

The 80th anniversary celebrations of the music of Edward Gregson continues around the UK, Europe and the USA.

August 11, 2025


Pontypridd

Successful mark for Pontypridd Festival

An increase in local town centre footfall and positive feedback has come from a report on the inaugural Pontypridd Brass Band Festival.

August 11, 2025


Will Everitt

National Youth Band to explore jazzy enclosures

Will Everitt's explorations on a small jazz enclosure will bring a different feel to the music provided by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in London this weekend.

August 08, 2025


Kapitol

Albert Hall change followed consultation

Kapitol Promotions confirm that the decision to reverse the automatic qualification numbers to the Albert Hall Final came after engagement with stakeholders and National Forum.

August 08, 2025


bbss

Brass Band Summer School rounds off with Gala Concert

If you in Harrogate this evening, why not go along and enjoy the entertainment on offer from the delegates of the Brass Band Summer School.

August 08, 2025


WILLEBROEK

Record Academy recruits at Willebroek

The World and European Champion brings together a record number of delegates for its annual Academy course.

August 08, 2025


Get playing

Government announces extra money for music lessons

The Government's 'Building Creative Futures' aims to ensure children get opportunities to participate in the arts.

August 08, 2025


Linz

Euro hotels ready and waiting in Linz

The hotel booking specialists rooms4groups has a great line-up of European challengers of its own for Linz for you to choose from.

August 08, 2025


Nina Martin

Welsh landscape in centre of London

A musical taste of 'Betws-y-Coed' by young composer Nina Martin will be premiered by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain this weekend at the Royal College of Music.

August 07, 2025


Denis Wick

Denis Wick Products Ltd sold

The iconic mouthpiece and brass accessory brand becomes part of the global Music Center SRL company.

August 07, 2025


Charles Groves Award

Tomorrow's Warriors claim today's Groves Award

The co-founders of the jazz development organisation Tomorrow's Warriors have been awarded the prestigious Sir Charles Groves' Prize.

August 07, 2025


Skelmanthorpe

Skelmanthorpe produce the bangers for sell out shows

The Skelmanthorpe Band brought a taste of 'Brasstonbury' to a brace of sell out audiences with a night of hits and energy.

August 07, 2025


Elland sILVER

Elland to host Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet Contest

There is a great chance to showcase your talents in Elland later this year.

August 07, 2025


Cumbria Brass

Help build triangles in Cumbria

The Cumbria Brass Network is looking to connect with people to help boost youth recruitment for its bands.

August 07, 2025


rncm

Chamber support announced at RNCM

Five small ensembles will be supported by a new chamber music initiative at the RNCM in Manchester.

August 07, 2025


Sam Thackray

Nocturnal Dances on youthful show in heart of London

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will showcase the trio of Young Composer Competition winners at the Royal College of Music this weekend.

August 06, 2025


Albert Hall

Albert Hall qualification reversed

The top four bands at this year's Championship Section National Final will gain an automatic invitation to the 2026 contest.

August 06, 2025




Karl Jenkins

Armed Man success for Aldbourne

August 12 • The West of England Area champion has enjoyed acclaim after playing their part in a new take on Sir Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man'.


Royal College of Music

German youth latest to enjoy Royal College spotlight

August 12 • One of Germany's leading youth wind ensembles will be showcasing their talents with its brass band links in the heart of London.


Unite

125th anniversary welcome to Unite alumni

August 12 • Players and supporters past and present will be welcomed to a showcase celebration of the 125th anniversary of Unite the Union Band.


nybbgb

National Youth Band encore in London

August 11 • The NYBBGB Ambassador Band will head to the heart of London to this weekend to provide even more brass band entertainment to new audiences.


The Lindley Band - Parp and a Pint

Wednesday 6 August • 14a Holly Bank Road. Lindley. Huddersfield . West Yorkshire HD3 3 JE


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 8 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham GL51 7JY


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 15 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL52 7JY


Cheltenham Silver Band - Brass (and percussion) and Beer

Friday 22 August • St. Barnabas Church Hall, Orchard Way, Cheltenham, GL51 7JY GL51 7JY


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Epping Forest Band

August 11 • Epping Forest Band have a vacancy for a solo horn player.. We are a friendly social 3rd section band with a variety of concerts throughout the year.. We have our own band hut and are within easy distance of the M11 and the central line.


Ilkeston Brass

August 9 • Ilkeston Brass need a new MD! We are a 4th section band based in SE Derbyshire with a strong community presence. We have empty seats in the cornet section but a core of committed players fighting to keep the band going.


Shirley Band

August 9 • The Shirley Band invite applications for the position of MUSICAL DIRECTOR. Due to relocation, we now seek a Musical Director to maintain a high standard of playing and to produce varied programmes for our sell-out concert series together with contests.


Lt Col David Barringer MBE

BMus (Hons)
Conductor and adjudicator


               

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