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Citadel welcome to the British Open
The Birmingham Citadel Band will offer a warm musical welcome to the 171st British Open Championship on Saturday.
September 05, 2025
Benson and Kirkintilloch tenure ends
The successful three year musical partnership between Hedley Benson and the Kirkintilloch Band has come to an end.
September 05, 2025
Deep Harmony electronic spark from Hamill
A new album that combines bass trombone solos with synthesised and electronic music samples has just been released by soloist Seth Hamill.
September 05, 2025
Foss Dyke withdraws from Cheltenham
A shortage of players forces the Midlands First Section Area champion to withdraw from the National Final at Cheltenham next weekend.
September 05, 2025
Radio: Touch of Brass
More brass band music from Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge as well as details of the Cheltenham National Finals.
September 05, 2025
Fewer than 30 stall seats left for British Open
You will need to be quick to get a downstairs seat in the stalls for the British Open — but you can still bag a bargain discount for the Grand Tier to enjoy 'Star Crossed Lovers'.
September 04, 2025
4BR British Open preview
Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.
September 02, 2025
New additions to prize list at British Open
The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.
September 02, 2025
Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy
Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.
September 02, 2025
Ashley's life affirming donation
The Foden's baritone player Ashley Dixon has donated her life giving stem cells to help a father of two children.
September 02, 2025
Hayes becomes Evo Oldroyd Artist
The principal cornet of the cooperation band becomes and Oldroyd Artist.
September 02, 2025
Looking for an Open preview?
Nearly all the bands will give you the opportunity to hear 'Star Crossed Lovers' before Saturday — so go along and find out more about Stephen Roberts' take on Prokofiev's 'Romeo and Juliet'
September 02, 2025
Job opportunities at Brass Bands England
Two new job opportunities have come up at Brass Bands England.
September 02, 2025
Brighouse trio to take final bow at Open
The acclaimed Brighouse & Rastrick trombone section will make one final contest appearance together at the British Open in Birmingham on the weekend.
September 02, 2025
New term for new intake at Foden's Youth
The Foden's Youth Band will be looking to attract lots of new recruits for an academic year of great music making.
September 02, 2025
New copyright resource launched by BBE
Brass Bands England has produced a guide to help bands find clarity about the complexities of copyright law.
September 02, 2025
Boarshurst's Prophet making comes to an end
The musical partnership between Senior Trophy winner and Jamie Prophet has come to an end.
September 02, 2025
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 6
The latest episode of the podcast that gives a unique view on the banding movement is now out.
September 01, 2025
Catherall arrangement treasure trove opened
The fantastic arrangements of Alan Catherall will now be available to bands thanks to a partnership link with EverReady Band and EpicZebra.
September 01, 2025
Entry boost for SWBBA Contest
There will be 42 performances to enjoy at the 77th SWBBA Championships in Torquay in November.
September 01, 2025
Report & Result: 2025 West of Scotland Entertainment Contest
Singing in the rain for celebrating Unite Scotland Kinneil as they claim the entertainment honours in Troon.
September 01, 2025
Mail headline highlights depressing attitudes towards female performers
The decision of multiple award winning trumpet player Alison Balsom to retire from the concert stage has been met with an awful objectifying Daily Mail headline.
August 30, 2025
Mortimer Maestro Trophy ready for a new home
For the 35th time this year a Mortimer Maestro Trophy will be presented to the conductor of the British Open Champion.
August 30, 2025
Crofton to continue support for mental health awareness with new project
Yorkshire band takes a proactive approach to mental health wellbeing series of initiatives around their music making.
August 30, 2025
Final touches in place for Baker heroics
Brett Baker's latest solo CD release will be available at the Royal Albert Hall.
August 30, 2025
