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Andrew McMillan

McMillan becomes new solo horn at Grimethorpe

July 14, 2026
Andrew McMillan will head from Whitburn to Yorkshire to take the solo horn seat at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Lions Youth

Lions Youth honour remarkable Gardener

July 14, 2026
Nearly 40 years of incredible volunteer service and dedication has been marked by the Lions Youth Band organisation.


BBCA

BBCA leads soundtrack insight

July 14, 2026
The seats are full up for the Brass Band Conductors Association's latest webinar that looks at how to put on a successful film night with brass band accompaniment.


York Early Music

Vocalists claim Early Music ensemble title

July 14, 2026
The Lyons Mouth vocal ensemble headed the prize winners at the leading International Young Artists Competition.


Kerkrade

Report & Results: 2026 World Music Contest

July 12, 2026
Brass Band Treize Etoiles becomes Champion of the World in Kerkrade with global titles going to Brassband Pro Rege Herenveen, Brass Band Schoonhoven B and Brass Band Aukstyn.


bbss

Free workshops for youngsters at Brass Band Summer School

July 09, 2026
There will be a free Youth Brass Workshop at Wycliffe College as part of the 40th anniversary BBSS on 6th August. So need to be quick to book a place...


Kerkrade

Live stream action from World Music Contest

July 09, 2026
You can enjoy all the brass band contests at the World Music Contest in Kerkrade this weekend.


Mead and Agnew

Mead adds test match credentials to tutoring

July 09, 2026
Steven Mead met up with cricket broadcaster and test match cricketer Jonathan Agnew to give him a euphonium lesson.


NXTOD

More demand for NXTOD

July 09, 2026
You can enjoy a great mini documentary from the recent Red Admiral March & Hymn Tune contest and sign up for more live brass banding.


SARR BANDSTAND

March & Hymn tune set for Forest of Dean

July 09, 2026
The GBBA will host its own march and hymn tune contest at Scarr Bandstand in Coleford later this year.


Brass in Concert

Brass in Concert tickets go on sale

July 08, 2026
Tickets for the leading brass band entertainment contest weekend in Gateshead are now on sale.


hOSONS

New horizons enjoyed by National Youth exchange

July 08, 2026
Four young players from the National Youth Bands of Great Britain and Switzerland will be enjoying their exchange of musical cultures in the coming weeks


City of Bristol

First recording steps taken by City of Bristol

July 08, 2026
The first weekend of filming and recording has been undertaken by City of Bristol Band to celebrate its 90th anniversary.


Ambassadors

NYBBGB Ambassadors inspiring future generations on outreach tour

July 07, 2026
Over 4,000 primary school pupils will enjoy performances form the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Ambassador Ensemble over the next few days.


Herbert

Discount rate on The Brass Band Story

July 07, 2026
Yale University Press Publishing is offering a special discount on Prof Trevor Herbert's new book about the banding movement.


Broderick

New top man at Hammonds

July 07, 2026
Luke Broderick will take the principal cornet seat at the leading Yorkshire band.


Jedforest

Royal connection for Jedforest

July 07, 2026
It seems the performance of Jedforest Instrumental Band brought back brass playing memories for King Charles III.


Chris Wormald

Final bow gains standing ovation for Wormald

July 07, 2026
43 years of leading music making in Bolton was marked with a standing ovation for Eagley Band MD, Chris Wormald.


Sparke

KNDS Fairey to provide extra Sparke of celebration

July 07, 2026
The KNDS Fairey Band will present a specially curated concert later this year celebrate the 75th birthday of composer Philip Sparke.


Tredegar

Bevan Day recognition for Tredegar

July 07, 2026
Tredegar gains recognition for 150 years of representing their town with pride.


Born Free

Wright & Round: Born Free (John Barry arr. Alan Catherall)

July 07, 2026
A classic for film goers and tenor horn players... and perfect for any concert.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

July 07, 2026
Lots more brass music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.


Hepworth

Result: 2026 Brighouse March & Hymn Tune Contest

July 06, 2026
Hepworth carries on its dominance of the lucrative march and hymn tune circuit with victory at the Brighouse event under MD Ryan Watkins.


Milnrow

Result: 2026 Red Admiral March & Hymn Tune Contest

July 06, 2026
Milnrow adds another march and hymn tune title as they build confidence and bank balances ahead of autumn majors.


hIGGINBOTTOM

Death of Gordon Higginbottom

July 06, 2026
The death has been announced of the celebrated tenor horn soloist, tutor, clinician, conductor and adjudicator, Gordon Higginbottom.




National Youth Band

Norwegian Youth Brass Band set for national debut

July 20 • A new national youth brass band in Norway aims to provide a platform for excellence, inspiration and community as it prepares for its inaugural country-wide tour under the baton of Allan Withington.


Kapitol

Brassed Off trophy returns to National home

July 18 • The film prop National Trophy used in 'Brassed Off!' has been presented to Kapitol Promotions for safekeeping and display.


Lewis Bettles

Grimethorpe adds to player strength with new solo trombone signing

July 18 • Lewis Bettles has been appointed solo trombone.


Friary

New signings at Friary

July 18 • Max Johnson and Ed Neeve join Friary Brass on euphonium and cornet.


Regent Brass - Brass on the Grass

Wednesday 22 July • The College Garden, Westminster Abbey, Deans Yard, London SW1P 3PA


Sherborne Town Band - Free Music in the park

Sunday 26 July • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Sherborne Town Band - Free Summer Concert- Trowbridge Park

Sunday 9 August • Summer Concert- Trowbridge Park BA14 8AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Cross Bones Trombone Quintet

Friday 21 August • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 23 August • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Tintwistle Band

July 16 • We have a vacancy for soprano cornet, and with lots of exciting engagements coming up would love to get this seat filled! As a second section band,we rehearse every Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our bandroom in Tintwistle under the baton of MD Jim Henson.


City of Norwich Brass

July 16 • City of Norwich Brass seeks Front & Back Row Cornets, Solo Euphonium and EEb/BBb Basses. Join a friendly, ambitious band with a varied programme of concerts, contests and community performances. Rehearsals in Hethersett, Norwich.


Chinnor Silver

July 14 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on MONDAY 20th at 11 am in our bandroom.. We would welcome players of all ages and abilities to join us for a friendly relaxed rehearsal.. Of course there is tea and cake !!!. And you can even choose a piece to play


Michael Bennett

BSc, RNCM (Perf)
Performer, Composer, Arranger, Teacher


               

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