Brighouse & Rastrick Band is most known for its 1977 hit parade success The Floral Dance which reached No 2 in the UK charts. High profile appearances on live television at the BBC Folk Music Awards with The Unthanks, and at CarFest, are just some of the ways that the band has expanded its popularity. With 140 years of proud history, the band is still fiercely financially independent and continues to maintain great traditions on its continued quest for musical excellence. In 2025, Brighouse & Rastrick Band won the British Open Championship, its eighth British Open title, solidifying its reputation as a world-class ‘public subscription band’.

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About the Leeds Best of Brass series

There’s nothing quite like the power and precision of a championship brass band. As the Leeds Best of Brass series returns for 2026/27, we’re delighted to present another outstanding line up of bands.

From iconic names with a global reputation to brilliant Yorkshire favourites, the Leeds Best of Brass series brings together some of the very best brass players in the country for eight unforgettable Saturday night concerts. Whether you’re a lifelong brass lover or new to the brass band world, there’s no better way to hear a brass band live at this level. Pudsey Civic Hall provides a welcoming home for the series. With excellent transport links, free parking, and a well‑stocked bar, it’s the perfect setting to enjoy world‑class brass music.