Cory wins 2026 National Brass Band Championships

There was joy for The Cory Band and its trombone section of Rath Artists after the Welsh outfit triumphed at the 2026 National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain.

Brett Baker, Reuben Jenkins and Andrew Williams were part of the band that was crowned champion band of Great Britain following the contest in London's Royal Albert Hall on Saturday, October 3.

Conducted by musical director Philip Harper, Cory won its latest national championship following a thrilling day of action, with bands performing Philip Sparke's set test-piece, A Road Less Travelled By. 

Aldbourne Band, conducted by Glyn Williams, came second ahead of Foden's Band and Russell Gray in third place.

A full article on the day's proceedings is available on 4barsrest.