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Brass Monkeys

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 11

The latest episode sees Rich, Steve and Doug find out more about the Whit Friday march contests with Royal Buckley Band.

July 05, 2025


New Zealand

Enjoy the action from New Zealand

You can tune in and enjoy the action from the world's oldest National Championships being held in Christchurch.

July 04, 2025


Music for isolation

Svalbard isolation inspires new CD release

The forthcoming CD release from the acclaimed tuba and saxophone duo of Gideon Jukes and Rie Takeuchi is inspired by one of the world's most northern settlements.

July 03, 2025


Tone Halo

Tone Halo makes sound impression on global customers

CalderpipsMusic's 'Tone Halo' makes a mark on the brass accessory market place.

July 03, 2025


Brass Band week

Nationwide span for Brass Band Week

You can enjoy bands in the north, south, east and west of the country for the Brass Band Week of performances.

July 03, 2025


Cory

New President at Cory

Long term supporter Ken Price has accepted the Band President role with Cory Band.

July 03, 2025


Helen Teasdale

New addition to coop trom section

Helen Douthwaite-Teasdale joins the cooperation band on trombone.

July 03, 2025


Jonathan Corry

Corry to make hymn connection with Brighouse & Rastrick

Dr Jonathan Corry will lead the West Riding band in a new CD recording project.

July 03, 2025


Eisrteddfod

Eisteddfod to showcase contests and entertainment

There will be banding competitions and entertainment on offer at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in August — including the Llareggub Brass Band and Diego Maradona...

July 03, 2025


Craig Ratcliffe

Ratcliffe high as he becomes full AoBBA member

Craig Ratcliffe has completed his development training programme to become a full member of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.

July 03, 2025


Bolton Crown Court

Brass band conductor sentenced for abuse of position of trust

Sam Olsson is sentenced at Bolton Crown Court after pleading guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a girl under 18 by a person in a position of trust.

July 02, 2025


tIPS

BBE announces partnership with donations platform

Brass Band England member bands can benefit from an easy way to gain cashless donations.

July 02, 2025


Mead in Japan

No fatigue for touring Mead

Steven Mead has just return from tours of Japan and Australia with China, Taiwan and Hong Kong to come.

July 02, 2025


Wainstone Cup

Sextet after big money at Dr Martin contest

Six bands will look to claim a large slice of prize money at the Dr Martin Wainstone Cup contest this weekend in Yarm.

July 02, 2025


Brett Baker

Heroic tributes on latest Baker CD release

Brett Baker has been joined by the National Champion Flowers to record his latest CD — one that pays tribute to the inspirational heroic figures on his musical journey.

July 02, 2025


Fermanagah

Cutt and Co offer warm welcome in Enniskillen

Garry Cutt and colleagues will offer a warm musical welcome to delegates on this year's Fermanagh & Tyrone Brass Band Summer School.

July 02, 2025


Pershore Midsummer Brass

New stage honours stalwart at Pershore

Bands will perform on the Gordon Hartley-Bennett Stage at the popular Pershore Midsummer Brass.

July 02, 2025


March

Bands ready for Brighouse March & Hymn Contest

The 24th contest takes place in the famous banding venue this weekend.

July 02, 2025


Alan Haggart

Granite welcome back Haggart

Alan Haggart returns to Granite City Brass to extend long standing musical connection.

July 02, 2025


Trevor Austin

Death of Trevor Austin

The death has been announced of the hugely respected founder of Rosehill Instruments Ltd.

July 02, 2025


St Ronan

All inclusive course on offer at St Ronan's

The St. Ronan's Band Camp course takes place next month — and inclusive and free.

July 02, 2025


Mark Glover

Glover makes mark in Valencia

Grimethorpe Colliery Band solo euphonium Mark Glover was a guest artist at the recent International Tuba and Euphonium Conference in Spain.

July 02, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

More great brass music over the airwaves with Martin Upfold and Julie Hedge.

July 02, 2025


Cory

Last chord for Cory legends

The final notes of a decade of unprecedented success have been delivered by Glyn and Helen Williams at Cory Band.

June 30, 2025


Hepworth

Report & Result: Red Admiral March & Hymn Tune Contest

The wizards of Hepworth pick up yet another march and hymn tune victory as they take the inaugural Red Admiral honours.

June 30, 2025


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Cheltenham

Cheltenham judges confirmed

July 25 • The judges tasked with picking the winners at the 2025 Cheltenham National Finals have been announced.


Sold Out

National Youth Band sells out in London

July 25 • Its returns only if you wish to enjoy the NYBBGB in London next month with tickets going fast for the Childrens' Band too.


Italian Brass Band

Italian Brass Band continues to reach out to new audiences

July 25 • The Italian Band was joined by trombone soloist Andrea Conti for a festival performances in heart of Tuscany.


NYBBS

Perth ready for trio of NYBBS music makers

July 25 • Perth Concert Hall will host the trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland later today — so if you are around why not pop along and enjoy them showcasing their talents.


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Dobcross Silver Band - Marsden Silver Prize Band

Sunday 27 July • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Saffron Hall

Wednesday 27 August • Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

July 25 • Ready for a NEW Music Challenge?. . Dodworth Brass Band, is looking for a new principal cornet as our current player prepares for retirement. Just 5mins from J37 M1. . friendly welcoming band with a packed calendar of exciting concerts & events. . . S75 3RF


Enderby Band

July 24 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire) are a Championship section band looking for: Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). We are an ambitious, friendly, band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


The Marple Band

July 24 • Cornet( back row), Baritone, Horn, Bb Bass and Kit percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new musical journey with our MD Nick Birch.


James McLeod

BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor


               

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