Bb bass - Following the relocation of our previous player, a Bb bass position has become available. Please contact our secretary - Michelle Tite on rtbsecretary@outlook.com Take a look at our website to see what we get up to in a year.

A tenor trombone position has become vacant following the relocation of the previous player. Contact the band's secretary - Michelle Tite on rtbsecretary@outlook.com. Take a look at the band's website to see what it gets up to during the year - www.rushdentownband.com

Seeking a Bb Bass player to join our friendly ambitious second section band under the direction of new MD Oliver Halstead - Brooks. Featuring a good variety of concerts and contests. We rehearse each Monday and Thursday 8pm to 10pm in Farnham Surrey All enquiries in confidence to musicaldirector@aldervalleybrass.org.uk

The written appraisals of adjudicators Prof Rob Wiffin OBE, Ray Farr and Alan Morrison of the podium prize winners of Cory, Aldbourne and Foden's.

Cory returns on the road to victory as Philip Harper's band reclaims National title honours at the Royal Albert Hall.

Cory returns on the road to victory as Philip Harper's band reclaims National title honours.

Kibworth Band seeks a Musical Director to lead our rebuilding and drive musical progress. Based in South Leicestershire, we rehearse Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm. We compete in the Championship Section, moving to First Section from January 2027. For more information or to apply contact Band Manager, Sam Haigh for details. Phone: 07800 504 882 Email: manager@kibworthband.co.uk. Deadline for applications 31 October 2026.

Philip Sparke's work was used as the set test at the 2024 European Championships in Palanga and certainly tested both body and soul of the bands...

Royal Albert Hall, London · Saturday 3 October · A Road Less Travelled By

Royal Albert Hall, London · Saturday 3 October · A Road Less Travelled By

Euphonium and solo horn wanted to join our friendly sociable 2nd section band. Based in Essex with close links to the M11 and the underground central line. Instrument's provided of required Contact our Chair Mel at tomeljoy@aol.com or visit our website at Eppimgforestband and we'll arrange a meet and greet

A preview of the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall and the issues that arise....

Young composers aged 30 and under are being asked to create a new work for the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.

A wonderful new award in memory of one of the greatest ever cornet players will be made at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend.

The Black Dyke Band has paid tribute to Jon and Tim Hammond as they prepare to take their final contest bow with the Queensbury Band this weekend.

The trial of Gareth Ritter has ended after the 44 year old pleads guilty to sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl.

Philip Sparke's work was used as the set test at the 2024 European Championships in Palanga and certainly tested both body and soul of the bands...

Much to ponder for bands, audiences and critics alike as the road to Kensington beckons once more...

Much to ponder for bands, audiences and critics alike as the road to Kensington beckons once more...

All the performances from the National Final at the Royal Albert Hall will be audio recorded by World of Brass and made available on wobplay after the results.

The judges that will make the decisions at the 49th Brass in Concert Championships have been announced.

We are a friendly and committed THIRD SECTION band looking for: - CORNETS (Front & Back Row) - SOLO HORN Engagements and concerts in the Olney/Milton Keynes area. Rehearsals in Milton Keynes MK15 (5 mins from J14 of M1) on Tuesdays 7.45-9.45pm. Please contact Sharon Occleshaw, Band Manager, in confidence on 07710 752412 or apply to olneybrassinfo@gmail.com or via www.olneybrass.co.uk. Don't delay, we'd love to hear from you!

Join us on Thursday night for the the 4BR preview of the event and the issues that surround it.

Euphonium virtuoso David Childs will be a headline attraction at The Cumnock Tryst — with the cooperation band and The Wallace Collection also featured.

The first of a new series of 'Brass Banding with Hannah Peel' will be broadcast this weekend.

'Ode to the Three Who Hanged' by Franklin Onyeso will provide the centrepiece of 'Rituals and Revelations' at the Regent Hall Brass Arts Festival.

The Italian Brass Band provides their Autumn audience with a taste of American icons.

The musical partnership between Kibworth Band and MD Brendan Caddy has come to an end after a positive seven year link.

Tenor Trombone: We're a friendly, ambitious Second Section band based in South East Northumberland just north of Blyth. We rehearse Tuesdays & Thursdays, 19:30-21:30, and transport can be provided depending on location. If you're interested in joining a welcoming band with a strong community spirit, we'd love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact our Band Manager Daryl at daryl_rose@hotmail.co.uk You can find us on most Social Media platforms.

A perennial festive favourite to bring to any concert.

The death has been announced of former Yorkshire Imperial Metals cornet and flugel player Carl Bamford.

The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is calling on supporters to help raise £18,000 for its 2027 Bursary Fund.

Composer Gavin Higgins has become the proud new President of Tredegar Band.

The Yorkshire Champion has been aided on the road to the National Final by a raft of great local supporters.

The 22nd BrassWind Festival once again showcased the new and original works.

You can sit back and enjoy all the performances from the recent Red Admiral Entertainment Contest — time and time again on NXTOD.

151 years of history has come to an end with the winding up of Rushden Windmill Band.

The atmosphere and emotion of Rossini's final work brought to life for brass band.

The Hathern Band has celebrated its 170th anniversary in fine style.

Six new players have added to the ranks of youth and experience at Dobcross Silver Band over the last few months.

An absolute unrestrained banger to add to a concert programme.

The death has been announced of one of Shipston Band's longest serving members.

Our welcoming non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, has openings for: Percussion, kit and tuned: a lovely pair of timps awaits you! We rehearse 8.00-10.00 on Wednesday evenings at the Neville Hall, Waltham St Lawrence, RG10 0JJ, next to The Bell. Contact our Secretary Jo Aston on 07963 343728, , fill in the Contact form on the website, or email waltham.band@gmail.com directly

Our non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, seeks: * 1st Horn * 2nd Baritone We rehearse 8.00-10.00 on Wednesday evenings at the Neville Hall, Waltham St Lawrence, RG10 0JJ, next to The Bell. Contact our Secretary Jo Aston on 07963 343728, , fill in the Contact form on the website, or email waltham.band@gmail.com directly

Has the success of the move of the Section 1-4 National Finals signalled the real possibility of the end of the top section contest at the Royal Albert Hall?

You can hear how the competing bands are getting on with their final preparations on Philip Sparke's work ahead of the National Final at the Royal Hall this weekend.

We are looking for an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNET to join our ambitious friendly 1st section band. Rehearsals on a Wednesday in our own bandroom. Good mix of concerts and contests and an overseas trip planned. Contact the band secretary via Carole.pegram@gmail.com for more details

We are looking for an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNET to join our ambitious friendly 1st section band. Rehearsals on a Wednesday in our own bandroom. Good mix of concerts and contests and an overseas trip planned. Contact the band secretary via Carole.pegram@gmail.com for more details

Horbury hit double top to defeat Championship and First Section rivals in Chorley as Golborne, Blackpool Brass and Driffield Silver also secure section victories.

Blidworth Welfare takes the entertainment honours in Darley Dale.