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Previews and retrospectives, articles and features. Full and in depth comment on the world of brass bands for 2008.
29-Apr-2008
4BR Interview - Allan Withington
On the eve of the European Championships in Stavanger, 4BR talks to Allan Withington - the man with the contesting Midas touch
10-Apr-2008
Classic LPs - The 1960s
In the first of a new series, Tim Mutum looks closely at two iconic recordings from the 1960s.
10-Apr-2008
Classic LPs - The 1980s
Tim Mutum casts his expert eye over two iconic releases from the 1980s - the last decade before the age of the CD release changed things forever...
1-Apr-2008
Gizmos & Gadgets - April 2008
From the latest high wonder products to the simplest little bits and bobs and a few that are truly weird and wonderful. 4BR has been out shopping and testing out what's on offer this April.
1-Apr-2008
4BR Time Team - April 2008
This month we delve into the history books to find out about the brass band recording scene of 1949, and the entrepreneurial skills of a certain William Gaskell of Jamco Records.
1-Apr-2008
Band under the spotlight - Mount Charles
In the fourth of our series, 4BR puts a band under the spotlight to find out more about them and whether or not we think they can be successful in 2008. This time it's Mount Charles - the newly crowned West of England Regional champion.
26-Mar-2008
Scouting Report - March 2008
4BR has been out and about assessing the brightest and the best young brass players around to find out who are likely to be the superstar players of the future.
We've been to Wales, Yorkshire and the North West - now it's three of the best in the West
2-Apr-2008
4BR Time Team - March 2008
This month we delve into the history books to find out who have been the top dog conductors at the regionals since 1945.
16-Mar-2008
2008 Australian Band Championships - Preview: A Grade
Brisbane City Hall
Adjudicator: Stephen Roberts
Test Music: Dances and Alleluias, Philip Sparke
Hymn and Test Selection Saturday 22 March 3.15pm
Own Choice Selection and Stage March Sunday 23 March 2.45pm
7-Mar-2008
Gizmos & Gadgets - March 2008
From the latest high wonder products to the simplest little bits and bobs and a few that are truly weird and wonderful. 4BR has been out shopping and testing out what's on offer this March.
7-Mar-2008
Band under the spotlight - Carlton Main Frickley
In the third of a new feature, 4BR puts a band under the spotlight to find out more about them and whether or not we think they can be successful in 2008. This times its Carlton Main Frickley one of the most famous names in banding history.
5-Mar-2008
2008 Midlands Regional Championship - Introduction
The Midlands can offer no less than 82 bands across the sections - all competing for that ultimate goal of National glory. As always, the region will be closely fought so expect thrills, spills and surprises galore.
18-Feb-2008
Gizmos & Gadgets - February 2008
From the latest high wonder products to the simplest little bits and bobs and a few that are truly weird and wonderful. 4BR has been out shopping and testing out what's on offer this February.
1-Feb-2008
Scouting Report - February 2008
4BR has been out and about assessing the brightest and the best young brass players around to find out who are likely to be the superstar players of the future.
We've been to Wales and Yorkshire - now it's three of the best in the North West.
1-Feb-2008
Band under the spotlight - Unison Kinneil
In the second of a new feature, 4BR puts a band under the spotlight to find out more about them and whether or not we think they can be successful in 2008. This times its Unison Kinneil celebrating its 150th birthday this year.
1-Feb-2008
4BR Time Team - February 2008
This month we delve into the history books to find out what was happening in the brass band world at various times in February from 1965 - 1998.
25-Jan-2008
4BR Interview - Paul Hindmarsh
The man behind the success of the RNCM Festival of Brass talks to Chris Thomas about what's in store this year and possibly beyond...
14-Jan-2008
Band under the spotlight - Wingates
In the first of a new feature, 4BR puts a band under the spotlight to find out more about them and whether or not we think they can be successful in 2008. First up is Wingates.
9-Jan-2008
Gizmos & Gadgets - January 2008
From the latest high wonder products to the simplest little bits and bobs and a few that are truly weird and wonderful. 4BR has been out shopping and testing out what's on offer at Woodwind & Brass this January
9-Jan-2008
4BR Time Team - January 2008
This month we delve into the history books to find out what the brass band media hoped to see come true with their New Year resolutions over the past 45 years
9-Jan-2008
Scouting Report - January 2008
4BR has been out and about assessing the brightest and the best young brass players around to find out who are likely to be the superstar players of the future.
We've been to Wales - now it's three of the best in Yorkshire.
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