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swbba

Bands ready for Torquay qualification tests

March 06, 2025
There is a full weekend of competitive action to enjoy in Torquay this weekend at the West of England Regional Championships


EBBC

European Championship line-ups confirmed

March 06, 2025
The list of competing bands at the 46th European Championships in Stavanger have been confirmed by EBBA.


Howarth and Musgrave

Howarth and Musgrave tests for conductors

March 06, 2025
Works by Elgar Howarth and Thea Musgrave will test the 10 semi-finalists at this year's Brass Band Conductors' Association (BBCA) Conducting Competition.


Oldroyd

Oldroyd Musical Instruments becomes Area Associate Sponsor

March 06, 2025
Instrument manufacturer supports North of England Regional Championships as Associate Sponsor.


Northop

Northop to negotiate early Diversion ahead of Swansea trip

March 06, 2025
The 2024 First Section National Champion is putting on its open rehearsal ahead of its top section challenge in Swansea .


Onyx

Onyx Brass to help JAM celebrations

March 06, 2025
The acclaimed brass ensemble will be leading the celebrations of the music charity that has supported composers for a quarter of a century.


Brian Eggleshaw

Death of Brian Eggleshaw

March 06, 2025
The death has been announced of the highly respected player, band and contest administrator.


dRUMMERS

Music lovers at advantage for flat sharing

March 06, 2025
A new survey suggests that showing that you have an interest in music could well help you in your search to flat share — although drumming may just put people off...


John Storey

Brighton restarts new recital series with a Storey

March 06, 2025
The new series of Euphonium Recitals hosted by Charley Brighton recently started with guest soloist John Storey


Brassettes

New Brassettes podcast episodes

March 06, 2025
Joanne Behan talks to another brace of leading female brass band musicians from Wales and the USA.


York Eraly Music

Heaven or Hell in York in July

March 06, 2025
The York Early Music Festival this year will feature great artists exploring Gibbons, Vivaldi, Bach and Man's fall from grace...


Guildhall

Cobb, Moore and friends to lead new Guildhall Young Artists

March 06, 2025
A packed day of workshops and competition for aspiring young players is being led by Philip Cobb, Peter Moore and friends at the Guildhall School of Music in April.


Andrew Porter

Porter ends six year Morecambe chapter

March 06, 2025
Andrew Porter has taken the decision to step down from his role as MD at Morecambe Band.


Frairy

Side by side inspiration by Friary

March 06, 2025
A great bit of education outreach sees Friary Brass Band help inspire a potential new generation of brass band players.


Meylemanns

Meylemans to direct World Youth Wind Band

March 06, 2025
Ivan Meylemans will take the baton for the inaugural World Youth Wind Band project in Kekrade this year.


Sale Brass

No more Sale on for Tredrea

March 06, 2025
The three year musical partnership between Sale Brass and MD Jess Tredrea has come to an end.


York

Report & Results: 2025 Yorkshire Regional Championships

March 01, 2025
Black Dyke retain their title again as there are section wins for Queensbury Music Centre, South Yorkshire Police, Unite the Union and Barnsley Metropolitan in Huddersfield.


Mead USA

USA acclaim for Mead and Gourlay

February 28, 2025
Steven Mead and James Gourlay were recently invited to perform at the Atlanta Temple Corps of the Salvation Army.


BBWorld

Brass Band World magazine: Latest edition out now

February 28, 2025
The latest edition of the leading brass banding magazine is now out and it is packed with articles, features, reviews and opinions.


Yorkshire

Hotels ready for Yorkshire qualifiers

February 28, 2025
The hotel specialists rooms4groups will be ready and waiting to help Yorkshire bands in with their National Final needs.


Podcast

4BR Podcast Interview Episode 2: Johnny Thirkell

February 28, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to a musician who has gone from playing soprano with Easington Colliery to sharing the stage with Jamiroquai and David Bowie — and is now offering a new venture in fab surroundings for players to learn how...


Huddersfield

Yorkshire challengers ready for Huddersfield

February 28, 2025
54 bands are putting their final preparations in place ahead of their appearances at Huddersfield Town Hall this weekend.


Mercer and Barker

Mercer & Barker to focus on USA market

February 28, 2025
The mouthpiece manufacturer is looking to build on its presence in the American market place with their trip to the NABBA Championships.


dESFORD

Desford enjoy Wizard of Oz magic in Far East

February 28, 2025
Desford Colliery Band returned to the Far East to bring their brand of entertainment alongside James Morrison.


Benjamin Tubb-Hearne

New Composer in Residence at Brisbane XLCR

February 28, 2025
Benjamin Tubb-Hearne takes on the role of Composer in Residence at Australian National Champion.




unite

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — First Section

September 13 • Unite the Union claims 'Checkmate' over their rivals to claim the First Section National title.


south Yorkshire Police

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Second Section

September 13 • South Yorkshire Police claim the first title of the Cheltenham weekend.


Instruments

Band Supplies offers best bet at Cheltenham

September 12 • If you are looking for a sure thing each way bet on deals on top instruments at Cheltenham, out your money on Band Supplies.


NBCA

Pankhurst work dropped for Australian National Championships.

September 12 • Lucy Pankhurst's 'The Ghosts of Industry' has been dropped as the Premier Grade set-work at the 2026 Australian National Championships.


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Longridge Band

September 13 • Longridge Band invite applications for a SOPRANO CORNET player. We are a friendly, committed band, who enjoy a good balance of concerts and contests throughout the year.


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


Epping Forest Band

September 11 • We have a solo horn vacancy to join our friendly 3rd section band. We have a sensible calendar of contests and concerts.. Situated with close links to the M11/M25 and Central line tube station, with our own band room.. Rehearsals Monday night 8-10pm.


Gordon Eddison

B Ed (Hons). Member AoBBA.
Conductor and Adjudicator.


               

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