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Gota Brass

Anglo-French lead at Swedish champions

September 02, 2026
Ryan Watkins and Florent Didier will take the baton at Göta Brass for the coming contesting season.


Adam Whittle

Whittle steps down from secretary role

September 02, 2026
Adam Whittle has taken the decision to step as Secretary of the Leicestershire Brass Band Association.


Cornish Gold

Cornish cream set for York preview

September 02, 2026
Three of the four Cornish bands that will head to York Barbican for the National Finals later this month will hold a special pre-contest preview ahead of their travels.


Herbert

Brass bands on the Telegraph lines

August 31, 2026
The Daily Telegraph's review of Prof Trevor Herbert's new book on brass bands draws a positive future outlook from critic Ivan Hewett.


Insurance

T&R Direct Insurance Services: A guide to brass band insurance

August 31, 2026
Loads of things all bands and players need to know about protecting instruments


Wobplay

Banding classics added to Wobplay

August 31, 2026
A great trio of classic banding releases, a new podcast episode and the chance to look back at this year's Elgar International Festival.


Camborne

Camborne Brass look to raise funds after break-in vandalism

August 31, 2026
A Crowdfunding page has been launched to help Camborne Brass after vandals broke into their bandhall and caused extensive damage.


Breathe

BrookWright Music: Breathe on me, Breath of God (R. Jackson arr. Andrew Wainwright)

August 31, 2026
A reflective treatment of Edwin Hatch's beloved 1878 hymn to add to any concert programme.


Blackpool Brass

A towering 60 years to be celebrated by Blackpool Brass

August 30, 2026
The band from the famous seaside resort looks to celebrate its 60th anniversary later this year with friends and a few old Blackpool stars...


Brighouse

Cash prize increase for British Open winner

August 30, 2026
The newly crowned British Open champion will win the largest cash prize in current world banding.


Kirkintilloch

Report & Result: 2026 West of Scotland Entertainment Contest

August 30, 2026
Kirkintilloch continues their fine form with a return to the top at Troon.


nybbgb

Broadcast repeats of NYBBGB Summer Concerts

August 29, 2026
You will be able to enjoy the performances of both the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain Childrens Band and the senior National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain on YouTube next month.


Welsh Open

Welsh Open set for live-stream broadcast

August 29, 2026
The 2027 Welsh Open Championship will be broadcast around the globe.


Perth Concert Hall

Entries open for Scottish Youth Championships

August 29, 2026
Bands and ensembles can now get their entries in for the Scottish Youth Championships in Perth.


Cory

Cory adds to Prestige

August 29, 2026
The Welsh champion will challenge for major honours with new Prestige cornet help as partnership with Besson is extended.


Addlestone

Community Centre looks for brass band loving promoter

August 29, 2026
Addlestone Community Centre in Surrey is looking to carry on 50 years of brass band concerts with a new volunteer lead.


Boarshurst

Evans takes MD role at Boarshurst

August 29, 2026
The experienced Martyn Evans is the new MD at Boarshurst Silver.


Call

BrookWright Music: Call (Zachary Docter)

August 29, 2026
A cracking concert opener by American composer Zachary Docter.


Smith and Grezzy

Podcast: Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass

August 29, 2026
The second part of Sandy and Simon's exploration into the benefits of playing orchestral repertoire.


National Finals

New percussion support for National Championships

August 29, 2026
Bergerault Percussion and Ev-entz will provide top level instruments, equipment and assistance at the York Barbican and Royal Albert Hall National Finals.


Darwen Brass

Shaw appointment at Darwen

August 29, 2026
The experienced Matt Shaw takes over the helm from David Ashworth at Darwen Brass


Dolly Parton

Wright & Round: I Will Always Love You (Parton arr. Barry)

August 29, 2026
Why not put a brass band tribute to Dolly Parton on your next concert programme...


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

August 28, 2026
More brass bands music to enjoy from presenters Martin Upfold and Julie Hedges.


Stephanie Kennedy

Kennedy steps down from coop flugel role

August 28, 2026
Stephanie Kennedy will step down from her flugel at the Brass in Concert champion but will remain an important lead of their youth development projects.


Instruments

One third of adults regret giving up their musical interest

August 28, 2026
A recent survey has found that young adults wish they had continued their involvement in making music in some form.




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.


James McLeod

BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor


               

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