Saunas and butter — what made Andre the giant so great...

November 3 • If you ever wondered what the secret of Maurice Andre's success was — then an article from 1987 revealed all about his morning practice regime...

Childs enjoys latest Japanese trip

November 3 • Black Dyke Band's Director of Music has just returned from his latest musical trip to Japan.

Yorkshire offer for aspiring adjudicators

November 3 • The Yorkshire Regional Championships have teamed up with the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators for an experience day for aspiring judges.

Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel

November 3 • Richard Blackford's 'Orbital' and John McCabe's 'Cloudcatcher Fells' can be heard alongside young composer Nina Martin in this weekend's Radio 3 brass band programme.

Bands ready to cross Borders for contest success

November 3 • There will be plenty of entertainment on show at Galashiels Academy this weekend.

Marsden able to continue to honour lost lives

November 1 • Marsden Silver Prize Band's historic bass drum has been restored from flood damage to ensure the sacrifice of those lost in conflict is never forgotten,

Eikanger continues link with youth

November 1 • The Siddis champion has been continuing its inspirational links with youth bands and organisations in its Bergen region.

Perpetual Canon seen but not heard in Wellington

November 1 • Cornelia Parker's celebrated art installation is currently on display in New Zealand.

4BR Review - Episode 23

October 10 • Iwan and Chris look back at how the 2026 National Championship title was won and lost at the Royal Albert Hall - and some of the questions that arose from it.

4BR Review - Episode 22

October 2 • A preview of the 2026 Championship Section National Final at the Royal Albert Hall and the issues that arise...

4BR Review - Episode 21

September 11 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas look forward to the 172nd British Open Championship in Birmingham.

4BR Review - Episode 20

July 23 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas are joined by Steven Mead to discuss the recent World Championships in Kerkrade as well as the opportunities that lie ahead for bands - starting with Black Dyke Band at The BBC Proms.

Concert: Brighouse & Rastrick

November 2 • The West Riding band is quick to realise the potential of a new time slot for tradition in Huddersfield.

Concert: Tredegar Band

November 1 • The inner workings of Richard Blackford's 'Orbital' revealed as fourth of five premieres is given in West Sussex.

CD review: Regionals 2027

October 16 • From surprise and shrug shouldered indifference to cheek-puffing apprehension. Plenty to look forward to then as bands aim to book their National Final qualification places at York and London next year.

Dobcross Silver Band - Remembrance Concert

Sunday 8 November • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross. Oldham OL3 5AD

Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Brass Ensemble

Friday 20 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Bilton Silver President's Concert

Friday 27 November • St George's Church, St Johns Avenue, Rugby CV22 5HR

West Yorkshire Police Band - Mid Yorkshire Breast Cancer Support

Saturday 28 November • Cluntergate Centre, Horbury WF4 5DA

Newstead Brass - The Snowman - Live

Saturday 5 December • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West, Forest Town. Mansfield NG19 0EE

Chinnor Silver

November 3 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (9th) and we welcome players of all standards who enjoy a relaxed and friendly rehearsal.. Rehearsals are held in our bandroom at 11am and it is all FREE including the cake and coffee.

Bilton Silver Rugby Band

November 2 • Under the leadership of Musical Director, Jack Fisher, the band requires a percussionist. With an expanding schedule of events, including our sell-out themed concerts, the band is based in our own, purpose built, band hall in Bilton.

Bilton Silver Rugby Band

November 2 • Under the leadership of Musical Director, Jack Fisher, the band requires an Eb bass player. With an expanding schedule of events, including our sell-out themed concerts, the band is based in our own, purpose built, band hall in Bilton.

Ian Porthouse

Cornet soloist, clinician, conductor and adjudicator