WMBBA - West Midlands Brass Bands Association

21/04/2026

🎺 Musical Director Opportunity with Langley Band 🎶

We’re delighted to share an exciting opportunity from one of our Championship Section member bands!

Langley Band, based in Oldbury, West Midlands, are seeking a new Musical Director to lead them into their next chapter. With a proud history spanning nearly 150 years and a strong presence in the Championship Section, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with a committed and ambitious band.

They are looking for an inspiring and dedicated conductor who can bring vision, creativity, and strong leadership—someone who will motivate, innovate, and become a valued part of the band both on and off the podium.

This role offers the chance to shape an already successful ensemble, with regular concerts, contests, and a supportive band community behind you.

👉 Could this be your next musical challenge, or do you know someone who would be a perfect fit?

For full details and how to apply, please contact Langley Band directly via the details in the original post.

Championship Section Langley Band, based in Oldbury, West Midlands are seeking a new Musical Director!

We are looking for:
• A dynamic and inspiring brass band conductor with the musical authority, drive, and vision to take an already strong band to the next level
• A passionate rehearsal leader who motivates through positivity, clarity, and high standards—bringing energy, focus, and purpose to every rehearsal
• A confident musical figure who communicates clearly, leads decisively, and champions fairness, consistency, and the band’s shared values
• A creative force, excited by innovative programming, collaborations, and delivering concerts that thrill audiences as much as performers
• A committed, professional Musical Director ready to invest fully in the band’s long term musical journey
• An approachable, engaging personality who wants to be part of the band’s story—working closely with the committee and becoming a valued presence on and off the podium

Could it be you?

For further information, including what we as a band can offer you, more detail about what we are seeking in a new Musical Director, and how you can make an application, please contact our Chair, Oli Wilson by email on [email protected].

27/03/2026

Lovely to see some photos of the winning bands from the Midlands Area Brass Band Championships.

Congratulations to everyone who took part! We had a very good weekend helping out behind the scenes!

We have our annual AGM TOMORROW

📆 Saturday 28th March 2026
⏰ 09:30am
📍 Selly Park Tavern, Birmingham

08/03/2026

We had so much fun yesterday at the Midlands Area Brass Band Championships We’re going to do it all again! Today we’ve got the 4th and Chanpionship Section!

We’re at The Civic Hall in Bedworth! Comedown and support Midlands Banding!

01/03/2026

📍 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭–𝟰 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 📍

Kapitol Promotions Ltd., which owns and promotes the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain, announces today that the Section 1-4 National Finals will relocate from The Centaur, Cheltenham Racecourse to York Barbican, and in 2026 will take place over the weekend of Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September.

Philip Morris (Managing Director of Kapitol Promotions) commented: “The Kapitol Board of Directors has decided that York Barbican provides performers with prestigious, professional facilities in a truly world-class live events environment, representing a significantly positive step forward for the National Championships, its competing bands, supporters, and audiences”.

He continued: “As part of its continuing quest to present the best possible environment for the Sections 1-4 National Finals, Kapitol Promotions has explored a wide range of venues across the country, including universities that have proved unavailable due to clashes with mid-September academic term dates.

The Barbican, in the historic City of York, will strengthen the National Finals’ experience by offering everything that Section 1-4 National finalists, supporters, and audiences deserve: a geographically central position in Great Britain with broadly comparable travel distances from Cornwall and Scotland, an excellent city-centre location serviced by strong transport links, an outstanding modern technical infrastructure, professional production standards, and audience comfort”.

As the Sections 1-4 National Finals bids farewell to The Centaur, Cheltenham Racecourse, which has hosted the two-day event since 2011, Kapitol Promotions offered its sincere thanks to their operations team and paid tribute to their professionalism and commitment in helping to deliver successful Sections 1-4 National Finals events.

Philip Morris concluded: “York Barbican was originally under consideration for 2027; however, within the last two weeks the opportunity arose for 2026 which was too good an opportunity to miss. I would like to make it clear that this decision has been taken by the Directors of Kapitol Promotions with one priority: to deliver an environment that befits and enhances the National Finals’ experience for all”.

Further event details, including schedule information and ticketing arrangements, will be announced soon.

(Our new website will reflect the venue change shortly).

11/01/2026

11/01/2026

11/01/2026

All set up for the masterclass!

10/01/2026

26/12/2025

🎶 One last push… don’t miss out! 🎶
There’s still time to join us for the Glyn & Helen Williams Masterclass on Sunday 11th January at Tally Ho! Conference Centre, Birmingham.

Whether you’re:
• just starting out
• getting back into playing
• or looking to sharpen your skills

This day is designed to be supportive, inspiring, and genuinely useful. No pressure, no judgement, just expert guidance from two of the most respected educators in brass 🎼

🕙 10:00 – 16:00
📍 Tally Ho! Conference Centre, Birmingham
👥 Open to all abilities
🎺 Observe, play, listen, learn

If you’ve been on the fence… this is your sign 👀
👉 Book your place now:
https://wmbba.org/glyn-helen-williams-masterclass/

Please feel free to share with anyone who might benefit from a confidence-boosting day of brass inspiration 💛

🎶

A Full day of brass playing, coaching & Inspiration with world-class artists Glyn and Helen Williams. Coaching, masterclass & Q&A. All ages welcome.

16/12/2025

We are excited to announce we will be playing at All Things Wild. Come along for a free evening of music, Wildlife and Christmas fun!

08/12/2025

🎺 Less Than a Month to Go! 🎺
Join us for an unforgettable Brass Masterclass with Glyn & Helen Williams, two of the most respected figures in the brass band world!

📅 Saturday 11th January 2026
🕙 10:00 – 16:00
📍 Tally Ho! Conference Centre, Birmingham

Whether you're an aspiring soloist, a section player looking to refine your skills, or a conductor keen to gain fresh insight — this is a rare opportunity to learn from true brass band legends.

🎟️ Places are limited – book now to avoid missing out!
🔗 https://wmbba.org/glyn-helen-williams-masterclass/

Let’s kick off 2026 with inspiration, community, and world-class brass! 🎶

A Full day of brass playing, coaching & Inspiration with world-class artists Glyn and Helen Williams. Coaching, masterclass & Q&A. All ages welcome.