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Money

British Open Countdown: T minus 5

September 07, 2026
Glory and cash. One is priceless, the other pays the bills... but how much are they worth?


Murray Greig

Greig's to deliver in Leicester for free

September 07, 2026
There is a free day of brass for young players to enjoy under the expert tuition of Murray Grieg this weekend — so make sure you sign up to enjoy.


Illevold

Home town honour for Illevold's roots

September 07, 2026
The Norwegian euphonium soloist has been honoured for her musical achievements by her home town.


British Open

4BR British Open podcast

September 06, 2026
Join 4BR to air your views and opinions on Wednesday evening ahead of this year's British Open Championship at Symphony Hall.


Marple

British Open Countdown: T minus 6

September 06, 2026
30 years ago there was a British Open victory that shock the banding world.


numbers

Academics look to banding to provide expert analysis

September 06, 2026
The rather dry academic world of Research Excellence Framework analysis has looked at brass band contesting for potential insight...


Dizzy

Dizzy Brasscals set for night club launch in Manchester

September 06, 2026
The award winning events ensemble is headlining a new night club venture close to its spiritual musical home — with plenty of bangers for people to sing-along to.


Kirsty Abbotts

Abbotts flugel role with Grimethorpe

September 05, 2026
Kirsty Abbotts is the new flugel horn player at Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Brighouse

British Open Countdown: T minus 7

September 05, 2026
10 bands taking part this year have lifted the famous British Open Gold Shield in triumph...


Mead

Tour marathon for Mead

September 05, 2026
Steven Mead marks a musical milestone with a marathon Asian tour.


Boax

Bands need to tick right Boax at Registry

September 05, 2026
Cory Band baritone player Charlie Boax has joined the Brass Band Players Registry as their new Office Administrator.


Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 38

September 05, 2026
The North Wales banding boys are back with more chat.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

September 05, 2026
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.


Arsenal and Brighouse

British Open Countdown: T minus 8

September 04, 2026
What's the link between the Premier League champions Arsenal and British Open champion Brighouse & Rastrick?


Making Music

New CEO at Making Music

September 03, 2026
Making Music appoints Ben Saffell as its new Chief Executive Officer.


Sparke

British Open Countdown: T minus 9

September 03, 2026
The countdown is underway for this year's British Open with 'Music of the Spheres' ready for lift off. But which European own-choice topping piece comes close to it in contest popularity since it was used in 2004?


Friary

New signing at Friary

September 03, 2026
Cornish cornet player Jacob Griffiths returns to the banding fold with Friary.


BrookWright

2026 BrookWright Solo winners announced

September 03, 2026
Mark Vause and Elijah Baker claim the main category awards with 11-year-old cornetist Bradley Mahungu capturing the Public Commendation Prize.


Music

Spheres starting to align across the UK

September 03, 2026
Keep an eye out for a chance to hear a preview of 'Music of the Spheres' ahead of the British Open at Symphony Hall.


Youth

Youth Champs registration to open next week

September 03, 2026
It is first come first served for the spots to take part in the National Youth Championship of Great Britain.


March

Call for representation at Holme Valley AGM

September 03, 2026
Bands are being asked to attend the AGM of the Holme Valley Contest Committee to ensure the popular contest can continue in the future.


TIPD

BBE extends partnership with cashless donations platform Tipd

September 03, 2026
Brass Band England member bands can benefit from gaining digital donations.


EBBA

Call for entries for 10th European Composers Competition

September 02, 2026
EBBA announces entry details for its 10th European Composers Competition in Montreux.


Twcester

Get your motor running...

September 02, 2026
Towcester Studio Band enjoyed a memorable weekend revving up the entertainment for a huge crowd at the popular CarFest event.


Robin Hood

Wright & Round: Robin Hood Prince of Thieves (Michael Kamen arr. Derek Broadbent)

September 02, 2026
The chance to don the green tights and twang a great theme tune out in your next concert as Robin Hood returns again.




York rooms

National good luck for bands from rooms4groups

September 18 • The accommodation specialists are supporting all the bands on their competitive visit to their home city this weekend.


lUCERN

Bands prepare for Swiss Open in reflection

September 18 • The 36th Besson Swiss Open takes place this weekend with thoughts of celebration tempered by reflection on the passing of Markus S. Bach.


York

Bands get ready for York tests

September 18 • All the preparation has just about been done as bands look forward to taking to the stage at York, Barbican in search of National title success. .


Tivoli

Dutch previews on National test-pieces

September 18 • You can now listen to preview performances for the First, Second, Third and Fourth Division test-pieces for the 2026 Dutch National Championships.


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band -

Sunday 27 September • Dobcross Band and Social Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross. Saddleworth Oldham OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Eagle Brass

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Consort Brass Quintet

Friday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites percussion players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites BBb Bass players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites Euphonium players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Prof. Christopher Houlding

MMus, GGSM, LRAM
Conductor, Performer, Educator


               

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