Spring Festival – The Grand Shield
2026-05-03 | Birmingham Town Hall, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B3 3DQ, United Kingdom

Whit Friday Marches 2026
2026-05-29 | Saddleworth/ Tameside

West of England Bandsmen's Festival - Centenary Contest
2026-06-20 | Molinnis Park – Bugle, Bugle, Saint Austell, PL26 8QJ

Northampton County Club - Brass on the Grass
2026-08-22 18:30 - 22:00 UTC | Northampton County Club, 9 George Row, Northampton, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom

A Tribute to David Read
2026-09-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Soham Village College PAC, Sand Street, Soham, Cambridge, CB7 5AA, United Kingdom
We are delighted to announce 𝘼 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝙏𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 — an evening of music celebrating the life and legacy of one of GUS’ finest alumni.

David joined GUS (then Munn & Felton’s) in 1960, rising to become Principal Cornet in 1969. Two years later, he helped lead the band to its historic World Championship title in 1971.

On Saturday 19th September, we’ll come together to remember David, celebrate his remarkable contribution to the brass band movement, and honour the legacy he leaves behind.

Join us for an evening of music, memories and celebration in his honour.

The National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain
2026-10-03 | Royal Albert Hall, London, SW7 2AP, United Kingdom

Autumn Brass
2026-10-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Rothwell – Holy Trinity Parish Church, Squires Hill, Rothwell, NN14 6FF, United Kingdom

Brass in Concert 2026
2026-11-14 | The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead, St Mary's Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR, United Kingdom

The Snowman Live! with The GUS Band
2026-11-22 | Royal Theatre, Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1DP
The GUS Band are delighted to bring this special screening of The Snowman, by iconic illustrator and cartoonist Raymond Briggs. Come and watch the quintessential Christmas classic with The GUS Band playing live alongside the film to bring the iconic score to life, offering an immersive experience for children and adults of all ages. In keeping with the book, the film is wordless and free of dialogue with the exception of the iconic Walking In The Air which will be performed by a local Northamptonshire singer.
The Snowman has become and integral part of Christmas for children and adults alike since the picture book was first published in 1978, with the animated version first broadcast on Channel 4 in 1982.
The GUS Band is one of the worlds leading brass bands, who are also based in Northampton. This timeless classic is suitable for all ages, and the performance will also include a short concert of family favourite Christmas songs and music from The GUS Band.
Family Ticket Offer: Two adults and two children attend for £40. Add the tickets to your basket and find the discount at checkout.
