The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and The Victoria Wood Foundation are delighted to announce an exciting new funding partnership for the 2026 season, marking a powerful fusion of musical excellence and charitable purpose.

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Duncan Beckley, alumnus of The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.

The NYBBGB is delighted to announce the launch of their Young Conductors’ Competition 2025, a prestigious and career-launching opportunity for aspiring conductors aged 20 to 30. Now running for the third time, this biennial competition offers the chance to work as Assistant Conductor on The NYBBGB’s 2026 Summer Residential Course and conduct in the Band’s flagship Summer Concert on 8th August 2026 at The Forum, Bath.

On behalf of the trustees, staff, members and alumni of The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain, we share our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Muriel Newsome, who sadly left us earlier this month.