Bands take first look at Regional test-pieces

September 26 • The five works to test the bands at the 2027 Regional Championships have now been announced.

Sterling welcomes Tredegar baritones to Artist roster

September 26 • A new partnership between Sterling Instruments and Tredegar offers joint musical support and development,

Its not just bands that complain about entry fees...

September 26 • How about paying £150 plus £42 a player to take part in an event?

New signings at Friary

September 26 • Friary Brass welcomes a musical coalition to the ranks...

Frame takes residency role at Dunfermline

September 26 • The experienced Davie Frame has become the new resident conductor at Dunfermline City Brass.

Thomas to drive ambulance support for Ukraine

September 26 • Leamington Music is raising funds to provide an ambulance to support Ukrainian forces, with its well known chairperson leading the drive.

Filling up time for Youth Championships

September 25 • There has been a great early response from youth bands and ensembles wishing to be a part of the 2027 National Youth Championships of Great Britain.

Bingham to take baton for first National Children's Band of Northern Ireland

September 25 • Jacklin Bingham will lead the first ever National Children's Band of Northern Ireland — with applications now open to become a founder member.

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.

Remembering Trevor Austin

June 24 • A year ago today, Trevor Austin, the widely admired and respected founder of Rosehill Instruments passed away aged 94. In his eulogy, his younger son, Paul, shared his fondest memories of working with his father - a man who touched many musical lives.

4BR Review - Episode 19

June 19 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas casts their opinions on the recent Elgar International Festival of Brass plus lates CDs, books, events and LPs

LP review: The Unicorns

September 1 • A reminder of a true innovative banding spirit that flourished in Sweden with Solna Brass.

CD review: The Devil's Virtuosity

August 27 • Mauro Martins ensures he remains in musical control of his Faustian pact with Devilish excess.

Concert: National Youth Brass Band of Wales

August 25 • The Welsh nation should be hearing more about the benefits of one of its flagship youth arts ensembles.

Dobcross Silver Band -

Sunday 27 September • Dobcross Band and Social Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross. Saddleworth Oldham OL3 5AD

The Hepworth Band - Public Rehearsal ahead of the National Finals

Tuesday 29 September • Batley Town Hall WF17 5DA

Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - Eagle Brass

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Regent Hall Concerts - Consort Brass Quintet

Friday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Barnsley Brass

September 25 • We are looking to recruit a Flugel Horn and Back Row Cornet players We are based in Worsbrough Bridge by the A61 south of Barnsley. S70 5LJ Rehearsals are Mondays / Thursdays at 8pm in our purpose-built band room.

East London Brass

September 24 • Percussion - East London Brass are seeking an enthusiastic percussionist to join our friendly, ambitious band. Great music, regular rehearsals and a welcoming atmosphere. Interested? Get in touch for more details!

Epping Forest Band

September 23 • Euphonium and solo horn wanted to join our friendly sociable 2nd section band. Based in Essex with close links to the M11 and the underground central line. Instrument's provided of required

Chris Wormald

B.Mus (Hons), LTCL, PGCE
Conductor, adjudicator, arranger