Product: CD review: three voices

June 20, 2026
Bastien Baumet is resolute in maintaining the euphonium's true identity as a major solo instrument.

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Concert: Foden's Band

June 15, 2026
Michael Fowles bring a sense of musical consideration to close the Elgar International Festival of Brass.

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Concert: Flowers Band

June 14, 2026
The European champion flexed its musical muscles ahead of another major championship assault in Kerkrade.

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Concert: David Childs Recital

June 13, 2026
Artistry of unquestionable quality and musical personality from the euphonium virtuoso enthrals in Birmingham — with more to come at the Proms.

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Concert: Black Dyke Band

June 12, 2026
The Queensbury band brought heavyweight character in variant forms to its Elgar Festival performance in Birmingham.

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Concert: Brass Band Willebroek

June 11, 2026
Frans Violet and his Belgian stars impress once again, even in reduced circumstances.

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Concert: Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Band

June 10, 2026
A student spark ignited a long but engaging day of music making at the Elgar International Festival of Brass.

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Concert: Hepworth & Brassband Burgermusik Luzern

June 4, 2026
Friendship and excellence combine to conclude a memorable Whit Friday connection between Saddleworth and Switzerland.

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Product: CD review: The Hall of Healing

May 26, 2026
Japanese percussionist Yasuaki Fukuhara breaks down barriers to provide a totally absorbing display of virtuosity.

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Concert: Flowers Band

May 24, 2026
The newly crowned European champion bastes an appreciative Newbury audience in the juices of its musical quality.

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Product: LP review: Granada Festival '71

May 23, 2026
Looking back to the prototype brass band entertainment contest, as just like today, both organisers and bands try to predict new trends.

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Product: CD review: Still Glides the Stream

May 22, 2026
David Childs and Christopher Williams strip away needless padding to lay bare essential musical certainties.

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Concert: Women in Brass Australasia

May 18, 2026
A memorable evening of excellence, community and mentorship led by the inspirational Sheona White.

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Concert: RNCM Tribute to Elgar Howarth

May 15, 2026
A fine reminder of a musical polymath who linked brass bands to the wider musical world.

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Concert: National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain

April 20, 2026
There was nothing ordinary about the spirit of fun and fearlessness on display by the talented youngsters of the NYBBGB in Manchester.

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Concert: Amazing Grace

April 19, 2026
Traditional sounds of brass and voice provide a fine reminder of the qualities of hymn singing and march playing in Huddersfield.

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Concert: Strike up the Band

February 14, 2026
Ian Bousfield inspires as well as thrills with his display of consummate musicianship in Cardiff.

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Concert: Brass Across Borders

February 4, 2026
A fine night of music making in honour of a popular bandsman is enjoyed by a packed cross border audience in Manchester.

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Concert: Brighouse & Rastrick Band

January 31, 2026
Displays of compositional craftsmanship, ensemble quality and solo excellence round off the RNCM Festival.

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Concert: Cory Band

January 30, 2026
Anticipation is rewarded as Cory and Philip Harper provide performances of substance and character at the RNCM Festival.

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