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New Horizons Exchange links UK and Swiss youth again
The Besson Horizon programme will once again see youngsters from the National Youth Bands of Great Britain and Switzerland enjoy reciprocal musical trips.
June 06, 2025
High demand for premium tickets for British Open
Premium tickets for the British Open are starting to become increasingly limited — so don't miss out.
June 05, 2025
Chav Brass set for serious fun at Whit Friday
The scallywags of the Whit Friday circuit will be performing with serious ambition this year as they seek to inspire the next generation with a mix of DJ Sammy and Eric Ball...
June 05, 2025
2025 Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed
From start times to prize money, contact details and essential information — the details of the Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.
June 04, 2025
Enjoy Spring Festival highlights
The British Open has produced a special YouTube feature capturing the highlights of the 2025 Spring Festival in Blackpool.
June 04, 2025
Exciting Antipodean challenges for NZ Nationals
There is an encouraging outlook for the New Zealand Championships in Christchurch next month.
June 04, 2025
Thornton and Barton set to inspire Childrens Band
Dr David Thornton and guest soloist Lewis Barton will lead the musical attractions at the NYBBGB Childrens' Band Summer Concert in August.
June 04, 2025
Open Day invite at RBC
If you want to find out more about the music and brass band courses at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire then book your place at its Open Day — and bring your instrument.
June 04, 2025
New Zealand looks for new test-piece works
New Zealand composers can now submit works for consideration for the 2026 National Championships.
June 04, 2025
New BandSafe lead for BBE
Neil Roberts will now lead Brass Band England's BandSafe's training in his role as Safeguarding Manager.
June 04, 2025
Lovatt to Pack a punch with Hollywood Hits in Harrogate
Mike Lovatt's Brass Pack is to head to Harrogate with its new 'Brass Hits Hollywood' show.
June 04, 2025
Semi Final line-up confirmed for BBCA competition
Ten conductors will battle to win the Brass Band Conductors' Association Conducting Competition.
June 04, 2025
Summer Evening claims NZ Composition Prize
A new slow melody work has won the 2025 SOUNZ Brass Composition Prize.
June 04, 2025
Report & Result: 2025 Nelson Marlborough Contest
Nelson City Brass warm up for New Zealand National with imposing double.
June 04, 2025
UK Leading Bands Forum discuss issues of concern
The UKLBF has looked to work towards answers to rising costs, protective policies, Spring Festival accommodation and British Open judges,
June 03, 2025
Open Borders aims to attract bands to Jedburgh
Entres are now open for the 2025 Borders Entertainment Contest.
June 03, 2025
Willebroek concert showcase at Dutch Nationals
The current European, World and Belgian Champion will cross the border to provide a special concert at the Dutch National Championships later this year.
June 03, 2025
Foden's to provide National preview
Foden's will once again head to Regent Hall the night before the National Championship to give a sneak preview of what's to come at the Albert Hall...
June 03, 2025
CalderPips set to grip the Whit Friday weight
If you want to protect your back and posture for the hard yards around the Whit Friday circuit then make sure you get your CalderPips Grip on order
June 03, 2025
Gorsedd honour for Williams
Conductor and player Dylan Williams joins a prestigious intake of new members of the Gorsedd of Bards at the National Eisteddfod of Wales.
June 03, 2025
Death of Ray Woodfield
The death has been announced of the hugely respected composer and arranger Ray Woodfield.
June 03, 2025
New musical Castle composed for Beaumaris
A new march written by composer Andy Wareham in the style of the Welsh Sousa T. J Powell will now be proudly played by Seindorf Beaumaris.
June 03, 2025
New partnership link for 4BR and Presto Music
If you are looking to add to your classical music collections or those linked to the brass world, then you can do it by a click or two...
June 02, 2025
Denis Wick Memorial Concert
The life of the iconic musician, teacher, mouthpiece designer and businessman Denis Wick will be celebrated at a special concert this week in London.
June 02, 2025
A Brass Band Cruise with a difference
You can enjoy a relaxing trip to three port cities accompanied by the sound of brass next year — or you can join in yourself.
June 02, 2025
