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Italian Brass Band enhances profile to Rome banding public
January 18, 2026
The Italian Brass Band continues to provide an increasingly popular profile in the Eternal City.
Purcell School to introduce new industry pathway qualification
January 18, 2026
The RSL Level 3 Diploma in Creative Music Industries will help students gain the experience and qualification to succeed in professional careers.
Cory set for Orbital premiere
January 18, 2026
A visit from the composer Richard Blackford and conductor Martyn Brabbins adds to the levels of preparation ahead of eagerly anticipated world premiere at RNCM Festival.
Whitburn awards youth and experience
January 18, 2026
The Scottish champion presents its annual awards to players of all ages and experience who have done their bit to keep the organisation at the top of their game.
Brill appointment at Dalmellington
January 18, 2026
Ralph Brill has become the new resident conductor at Dalmellington Band.
Perc addition to coop attractions
January 18, 2026
The Brass in Concert Champion has launched a new monthly percussion ensemble open to players of all ages and experience.
Tynan becomes NYBBGB Young Conductor winner
January 17, 2026
The Black Dyke Band solo Eb tuba player shines his light to claim the title honours with the baton in Tidworth.
New direction at Chinnor
January 17, 2026
Chris Andrews takes the baton alongside a trio of new signings as the band looks forward to making its First Section debut at Stevenage.
Wonderful response to charity concert
January 17, 2026
A concert to help raise funds for a young family man with a close connection to the old banding world has already gained a wonderful response of support.
4BR Review — Episode 14
January 16, 2026
4BR Editor Iwan Fox is joined by Chris Thomas and special guest Dr David Thornton to preview the 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival in Manchester.
Final beats made ahead of NYBBGB Conducting Final
January 16, 2026
Ammal Bhatia, Megan Bousfield, Tommy Tynan and Joey Wong will head to Tidworth Garrison Theatre in Wiltshire with the aim to become the winner of the prestigious event supported by British Army Music.
2026 European Championship ticket sale date announced
January 16, 2026
Tickets for the 47th European Brass Band Championships in Linz will go on sale on Tuesday 20th January.
Corporate partnership shares ethos with Grimethorpe
January 16, 2026
Grimethorpe announces corporate link with leading mobile and static welfare accommodation manufacturer to share long-standing commitment to community, charity, and local engagement.
Final NZ bow for Vanhoorne
January 16, 2026
The inspirational Belgian conductor and cornet player will return home in April this year after enjoying a six year tenure of success in New Zealand.
Tredegar reunites for RNCM Festival
January 16, 2026
The Welsh champion has welcomed a new signing as well as an old friend for their forthcoming RNCM International Brass Band Festival performance.
No hush hush approach for CalderPips new mutes
January 16, 2026
The new mutes from the CalderPips team have already made a noise with the chatter from eager customers.
Foden's make percussion link with Adams
January 16, 2026
The Foden's percussion team with make an Adams sound in the future after the band enter into a partnership link with leading manufacturer.
Bond strengthened with GUS
January 16, 2026
Christopher Bond has been appointed the new MD at Midlands Regional Champion.
Communication link sought for Welsh banding
January 16, 2026
Brass Bands Wales, the representative body for the Welsh brass band movement is seeking a volunteer to spearhead its PR & Communications.
Death of Adrienne Howell BEM
January 16, 2026
4BR has been informed of the death of Adrienne Howell BEM, the remarkable joint founder of Mere Manor Brass.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 23
January 16, 2026
The popular podcast with a distinctive Welsh flavour returns for a clean and busy new year.
4BR Thursday interview with Tommy Tynan
January 15, 2026
We catch up with Black Dyke Band's Tommy Tynan as he prepares to take up the baton as a finalist in the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Conductors Competition this weekend in Tidworth.
RAF Ensembles continue to fly high and wide
January 15, 2026
The variant ensembles that are part of the Band of the RAF Regiment continue to reach out in their musical performances.
Duality of expansion and recognition for Vilhelmsen
January 15, 2026
Norwegian composer gains recognition for the popularity and critical acclaim of her brass band works with publisher award nomination.
A brass band camp with a difference...
January 15, 2026
The latest Skunkworks Community Bright Brass & Percussion Summer Intensive in Australia came with snake bites, heat stress gastroenteritis and bushfires, as well as plenty of great music making...
