Coleford set for second helping of brass

June 4 • The Forest of Dean town will welcome 9 bands to perform throughout the day on Saturday 13th June — with a massed bands finale as well.

Bont celebrations for 80th anniversary

June 4 • Pontardulais Band will celebrate its 80th anniversary by looking back on its proud history as well as forward to an exciting future.

Give you mouthpiece a Summer makeover with Doodles

June 4 • If you are taking a Summer break then why not take the opportunity to come back to a mouthpiece that looks as good as you...

Radio: Touch of Brass

June 4 • Lots more great music to enjoy with march flavour in June from presenters Martin and Julie.

New six pack from Presto

June 3 • Six new and old releases with a connection to the brass band world to enjoy through Presto Music.

Scottish banding battles for success

June 1 • A recent article in one of Scotland's leading newspapers has highlighted both the successes and challenges faced by its banding organisations.

Death of David Banwell

June 1 • The death has been announced of David Banwell, the widely respected former player, conductor and member of the 4BR team.

Whitsuntide celebration on Radio 4

May 31 • The celebration of Whitsuntide in Saddleworth has been marked on Radio 4 — accompanied by brass band music

4BR Review - Episode 18

May 21 • Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas are joined by Edward Gregson and Paul Hindmarsh to discuss how the wider musical world perceives the banding movement, and what we must do to reinvigorate our artistic vision.

4BR Review - Episode 17

May 11 • Iwan and Chris look at the wider contest issues that have arisen from the recent European Championships in Linz and Spring Festival in Birmingham.

4BR Review - Episode 16

February 26 • Iwan and Chris look forward to the 2026 Regional Championships - the issues, music and tips for victory...

4BR Review - Episode 15

February 1 • Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas look back at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival as well as forward to the Norwegian Nationals and more...

CD review: The Hall of Healing

May 26 • Japanese percussionist Yasuaki Fukuhara breaks down barriers to provide a totally absorbing display of virtuosity.

Concert: Flowers Band

May 24 • The newly crowned European champion bastes an appreciative Newbury audience in the juices of its musical quality.

LP review: Granada Festival '71

May 23 • Looking back to the prototype brass band entertainment contest, as just like today, both organisers and bands try to predict new trends. .

Fulham Brass Band - Summer Concert

Friday 5 June • St Dionis Church, Parsons Green SW6 4UH

Yorkshire Imperial - Roger Webster & The Colne Valley Male Voice Choir

Saturday 6 June • St George's Hall, Bridge Street, Bradford BD1 1JT

Ascot Brass - Vanguard Quartet from "Royal Harmonics"

Saturday 6 June • St Michael and All Angels Church St Michaels Green, Grenfell Road Beaconsfield HP9 2BP

Sherborne Town Band - Friends

Sunday 7 June • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP

Regent Hall Concerts - Take 5 Brass Quintet

Friday 12 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ

Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 3 • The band requires an Eb bass player for our First section band conducted by Jack Fisher. We have a varied and expanding programme of events throughout the year, including our very well attended, themed concerts.

Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 3 • The band requires a Cornet player (Position negotiable) for our First section band conducted by Jack Fisher. We have a varied and expanding programme of events throughout the year, including our very well attended, themed concerts.

Bedworth Brass

June 3 • Bedworth Brass (1st Section) require a talented and enthusiastic Principal Euphonium Player to join our hard working band. We are a friendly and sociable band and would love to welcome you into our banding family.

Dr Brett Baker

BSc (Hons), ARCM, PG Dip
Marketing Lead, Denis Wick & Alliance Products; Artist at Michael Rath Instruments