Brass in Concert Announce 2026 Lineup

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Brass in Concert Lineup

The Brass in Concert Championships, working in partnership with World of Brass and sponsors: Yamaha and Banks Group, will return on Saturday 14th November 2026 at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music.

Eleven World Class Bands. One Iconic Stage

Saturday's Championship will see eleven bands take to the iconic Sage One stage to present a unique programme of exciting music and stunning entertainment. Alongside Brass in Concert regulars, such as Foden's, Flowers and Cory, the 2026 competition will see Yorkshire Champions, Hepworth Band, as well as the current National Champions, Desford Colliery, join the lineup, alongside Norwegian band, Tertnes Brass, who will be making their Brass in Concert debut.

Brass in Concert 2026 Lineup

Aldbourne
Brighouse and Rastrick
the cooperation band
Cory
Desford Colliery
Foden's
Flowers
The GUS Band
Hepworth
Tertnes Brass
Tredegar

2026 Youth Brass in Concert Championship

Building on its popularity since its return in 2024, on Sunday 15th November, the next generation of banding talent will take to the stage to perform at Youth Brass in Concert. The event will feature eight outstanding youth bands who will present their fantastic programmes.

Youth Brass in Concert 2026 Lineup

Elland Youth Band
Hampshire County Youth Band
Houghton Area Youth Band
Lancashire Youth Brass Band
Lions Youth Brass Band
Shepherd Youth Band
Wardle Youth Brass Band
Youth Brass 2000

Be There to Experience it Live

Speaking about the 2026 contest, Brass in Concert CEO, Nigel Stevens said:

“We’re absolutely thrilled with the calibre of bands competing this year - it’s a lineup that really showcases the very best of brass banding, both here in the UK and internationally. From established champions to exciting new contenders, audiences can expect creativity, entertainment and world class music-making at every turn. We’re equally proud of the Youth Brass in Concert Championships, which continue to grow year on year and provide a vital platform for the next generation of players to perform on a national stage. There’s nothing quite like being in the room and experiencing the Championships live - you'll want to be there to soak up the atmosphere and see these incredible performances first-hand.”

Order of Play

As usual, the draw for the order of performances will take place at the 2026 European Brass Band Championships, taking place over the weekend of the 24-26th April in Linz, Austria. The draw will be livestreamed on the World of Brass, Wobplay platform.