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Cobb

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 Brass Band

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.


Brighouse troms

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 Band

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.


Perth Concert Hall

Scottish Championship judges announced

January 22, 2026
The adjudication teams and schedule for the Scottish Championship in Perth in March have been confirmed.


Bandstand

Radio: Bandstand

January 22, 2026
A new brass band radio programme is being broadcast on ABC Classic in Australia each week.


Thats not banding

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 14

January 22, 2026
More musings and entertainment from the Brighouse pairing for Chris and Tom...


Voigt

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.


Cope

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.


Nailsworth

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.


Norway

80 bands line-up for Norwegian titles

January 21, 2026
There will be two days packed with musical action in Bergen next month at the Norwegian National Championships.


National Championships

Regional erratas added

January 21, 2026
Bands have been reminded to keep an eye out for the list of errata on the 2026 Area test-pieces, as First Section amendment noted.


Cumbria Brass network

Cumbria Brass Network to meet in person

January 21, 2026
In a great new step, the Cumbria Brass Network will meet in person to help support its aims and ambitions — so please go along and and add to the progress already made.


aobba

Adjudicators host AGM with test-piece examinations

January 21, 2026
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators recently held its Annual General Meeting with training and examination of professional development and test-pieces on the agenda.


Cory Awards

Cory look back and forward after awards night

January 21, 2026
Cory will head to the RNCM International Brass Band Festival after awards night celebrations.


Haverhill

Experienced brace adds to Haverhill strength

January 21, 2026
Two experienced performers add to the contest line-up of Haverhill Silver Band


Daniel Fardon

New Composer Head at Purcell School

January 21, 2026
Dr Daniel Fardon has been appointed Head of Composition and Contemporary Music at The Purcell School.


Crofton

Perrin on the rise with Crofton Silver

January 21, 2026
Gary Perrin hopes to lead Crofton Silver to success following his appointment as Musical Director of the Yorkshire band.


UniBrass

UniBrass draws the attractions

January 21, 2026
The draws and the entertainment before and after the results have been announced by the UniBrass Foundation for its championships in Newport next month.


Freckleton

Freckleton looks forward to top section return

January 21, 2026
A new MD and plenty of new signings holds promise for an exciting and successful year for the newly promoted North West band.


Bradwell

125th celebrations for Bradwell

January 21, 2026
Echoes of the past drive the future development of the band based in one of the UKs newest cities.


Fleetwood Contest

Capacity reached for Fleetwood Contest

January 21, 2026
The return of the popular North West contest has seen demand meet supply for a place on stage at the Marine Theatre.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

January 21, 2026
Plenty of great brass music to enjoy from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.


Heaton

Heaton CD gains critical acclaim

January 19, 2026
The final recording element of Paul Hindmarsh's extensive research into the work and music of Wilfred Heaton gains praise from influential review website.


Oliver Waespi

Composition focus for Waespi

January 18, 2026
New works and performances with a banding link kick start 2026 for Swiss composer.




4BR Review

4BR Review — A look back at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival and more

January 28 • Join Iwan and Chris on Thursday evening for a look back at the RNCM Festival as well as looking forward to the Norwegian Nationals in Bergen and more...


Simone Rebello

4BR interview with Simone Rebello

January 28 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox caught up with Simone Rebello to find out more about the forthcoming RNCM Day of Percussion.


Ulf Rosenberg

4BR interview with EBBA President Ulf Rosenberg

January 28 • 4BR speaks to the EBBA President after the announcement that the 2028 European Championships will not take place in England.


rps aWARDS

Shepherd Group join Moore on RPS shortlist

January 28 • The Shepherd Group and conductor Sean Chandler have nominated for the RPS 'Inspiration Award' — and the banding movement can help them win it with their votes.


Dobcross Silver Band - Whitburn Band

Sunday 1 February • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Tintwistle Band

January 29 • We have a vacancy for a soprano cornet player, ideally able to join us long-term, but we are also looking to fill this position to compete in the 2nd section Midlands area contest in March 2026.. We enjoy all year round concerts, contests,and social events


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

January 28 • Principal Cornet vacancy after March 2026. Our current player has asked for a very special 80th birthday present, a new player so that he can retire!. . Flexible rehearsal arrangements to support a good band - home life balance


Chinnor Silver

January 27 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Monday (2nd) 11 am and we would welcome any players who would like to join us for a friendly,relaxed rehearsal.. All abilities are welcome with a liking for cake and coffee. Blowing with us doesnt impact your no1 band


David A. Stowell


Conductor and composer


               

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