Higgins pride at presidential role at Tredegar

September 29 • Composer Gavin Higgins has become the proud new President of Tredegar Band.

Hepworth road to Albert Hall helped by great support

September 29 • The Yorkshire Champion has been aided on the road to the National Final by a raft of great local supporters.

Contemporary legacy continues at BrassWind Festival

September 29 • The 22nd BrassWind Festival once again showcased the new and original works.

Red Admiral entertainment now on demand

September 29 • You can sit back and enjoy all the performances from the recent Red Admiral Entertainment Contest — time and time again on NXTOD.

No more music at Rushden Windmill

September 29 • 151 years of history has come to an end with the winding up of Rushden Windmill Band.

BrookWright Music: Kyrie from 'Petite Messe Solennelle' (Rossini arr. David Robb)

September 29 • The atmosphere and emotion of Rossini's final work brought to life for brass band.

Hathern celebrate well knitted history

September 29 • The Hathern Band has celebrated its 170th anniversary in fine style.

New additions at Dobcross

September 29 • Six new players have added to the ranks of youth and experience at Dobcross Silver Band over the last few months.

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

Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • . Our welcoming non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, has openings for: . Percussion, kit and tuned: a lovely pair of timps awaits you!.

Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • Our inclusive non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, has vacancies for: . . Solo Cornet. Soprano Cornet. 2/3 Cornet. .

Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

September 28 • Our non-contesting community band, based near Maidenhead, Bracknell and Reading, seeks:. . 1st Horn . 2nd Baritone . .

Andrew White

MA(Ed Man), B Ed (Hons), BBCM, ADNCB, PGCE, Cert Ed
Conductor, Arranger, Adjudicator & Educationist