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British Open Brass Band Championships 2025: Preview
September is just around the corner, which means it’s not long until some of the UK’s leading brass bands head to Symphony Hall to compete at the oldest brass band contest - the British Open.Â
1 day ago4 min read
Spring Festival to Move to Birmingham in 2026
New Chapter for 2026 Spring Festival in Birmingham The British Open Spring Festival is officially on the move. From 2026, the iconic...
May 62 min read
2025 Spring Festival Sees Launch of Listener Wristbands
New Listener wristbands, costing £5, introduced at the 2025 Spring Festival brass band contest.
Jan 44 min read
Brass Band Registry Rules: Time for a Refresh?
Registration has been a point of discussion since I first started contesting nearly 15 years ago.
Oct 17, 20249 min read
United and Rejoicing Through Music |Spring Festival 2023
With Eurovision and the 101st British Open Spring Festival Brass Band Contest - it was a fine weekend of music!
May 16, 20239 min read
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