Foden’s Band are delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 2026/27 season of Foden’s Youth Band! Now entering its 15th year, Foden’s Youth Band continues to offer exciting opportunities for young brass and percussion players aged 21 and under (Grade 5+), bringing together talented musicians from across the region—and beyond—for high-quality music-making, expert tuition and outstanding performance experiences. The band meets monthly in Sandbach throughout the academic year, working with Foden’s team of professional conductors and tutors, as well as a range of guest artists and leading musicians. Our aim is to develop young players through challenging repertoire, expert coaching and inspiring performance opportunities, complementing and extending the experiences offered by school, youth and local banding programmes. The 2026/27 season will include: Monthly rehearsals and performance opportunities throughout the academic year, working on exciting and challenging repertoire. Continued links with the Royal Northern College of Music, providing members with opportunities to work alongside and learn from current RNCM students and professional musicians. Expert coaching and mentoring from members of the Foden’s team and leading brass and percussion specialists. Opportunities to perform alongside and learn from professional musicians, giving young players an insight into life at the highest levels of brass banding. A supportive and ambitious environment where young musicians can develop their playing, build confidence, make new friends and enjoy making music together.  We are looking forward to welcoming both new and returning members for another fantastic season! To find out more and apply, please visit: www.fodensband.co.uk/youth

Ahead of representing the North West Area at the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain at the Royal Albert Hall, Foden’s are delighted to once again perform at Regent Hall on the eve of the Finals. Join them for a preview of this year’s test piece ‘A Road Less Travelled By’ from the pen of Philip Sparke. The concert will also feature their award winning BIC show ‘Exodus:Moses in Egypt’ A huge thanks to Adams Percussion for their sponsorship of this concert www.adams-music.com Tickets: https://www.priorbooking.com/u/fodens