Brass Band England Awards made in London
October 20
From the Young Bandsperson to Lifetime Achievement accolades were presented to a host of outstanding winners at the Brass Band Conference.
Report & Results: 2024 Austrian National Championship
October 22 • Brass Band Oberosterreich retains its grip on its National title in Linz to book its place back as the home representative at the 2026 Europeans.
Countdown on for Dutch Nationals
October 21 • The 43rd Dutch National Championships take place this weekend in Utrecht.
Taylor celebration for half century of excellence
October 20 • The banding movement has paid tribute to Brian Taylor of the KNDS Fairey Band at a special concert at the RNCM in Manchester
PLC connection with Five Lakes Silver
October 20 • Paul Lovatt-Cooper has become the Composer in Residence with Five Lakes Silver Band in the USA
National qualification focus on Smith & Grezzy's 'Big Chat Brass'
October 20 • The latest podcast from Smith & Grezzy looks at the decision to reduce the number of Royal Albert Hall finalists — and whether there may be a better option or two...
Volunteer opportunities at Youth Championships
October 20 • Brass Bands England announce volunteer opportunities at the 2025 Youth Championships of Great Britain
Flowers stars boost communal excellence at Enderby
October 20 • Players from the new National Champion have helped players from all parts of the Enderby musical family
Queensbury to return to Yorkshire Area
October 20 • After 37 away the name of Queensbury Music Centre will once again appear on the Yorkshire Area Championships programme.
Interview with Dr David Thornton
February 4 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to RNCM International Brass Band Festival Artistic Director Dr David Thornton at the end of the 2024 event in Manchester.
Interview with James Gourlay and Emily Nicolas
February 3 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to conductor James Gourlay and presenter Emily Nicolas after the performance of the RNCM Brass Band at the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival
Interview with Ian Porthouse and Matthias Hofs
January 31 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Tredegar MD Ian Porthouse and soloist Matthias Hofs at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival
Interview with Simone Rebello
January 31 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Simone Rebello about this weekend's RNCM Day of Percussion
The Brass Band Conference 2024: A new measurement of success
October 21 • The Brass Bands England Conference spoke of an organisation confident in its creative approach to the communal challenges of the brass banding movement.
The right National number: What options now for the Royal Albert Hall?
October 11 • Kapitol is faced with a balancing act conundrum to solve as it reduces the number of competitors to increase the appeal of the top section National Championship of Great Britain.
Take 5: A quintet of talking points from the Royal Albert Hall
October 8 • There were plenty of talking points that bubbled away at this year's National Final in London...
2024 National Championship of Great Britain Final: Adjudicator remarks
October 7 • The three judges, Dr Stephen Cobb, Prof Rob Wiffin OBE and Arsene Duc made their opinions clear in their remarks on 'Harrison's Dream' for the podium finishers.
Concert: Helen Vollam, Philip Cobb, Elizabeth Burley
October 18 • A recital performance of perfectly balanced contrasts from three musicians in musical synchronisation.
CD review: Regionals 2025
October 16 • Challenges of character and style will ask demanding questions of the bands hoping to get to London and Cheltenham next year.
Concert: An Evening with Peter Graham
October 14 • A celebration of talent guided by a generosity of spirit on the eve of the National Final
| # | Band | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brass Band Treize Etoiles | 1,309.97 |
| 2 | Foden's | 1,053.75 |
| 3 | Cory | 811.30 |
| 4 | Black Dyke | 803.61 |
| 5 | Eikanger-Bjørsvik | 771.74 |
| 6 | Tredegar | 643.04 |
| 7 | Flowers | 553.76 |
| 8 | Brighouse and Rastrick | 494.42 |
| 9 | Valaisia Brass Band | 404.16 |
| 10 | Grimethorpe Colliery | 290.63 |
Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Academy of Music Symphonic Brass Ensemble
Thursday 24 October • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ
Epping Forest Band - The Dunmow Rock choir
Saturday 26 October • Foaks Hall. Great Dunmow. Essex CM6 1 DG
Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band
Sunday 3 November • St Alfege Church . Greenwich Church St. London SE10 8NA
Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band
Friday 8 November • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ
Longridge Band - The Houghton Weavers
Saturday 9 November • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ
West Wycombe Brass Band
October 20 • West Wycombe Brass Band are seeking a Conductor/ MD. The position could be full or part-time. Experience of Brass Bands preferred. None contesting, sensible engagement list. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm. . Contact Secretary for more details.
Bilton Silver Rugby Band
October 18 • Bilton Silver (Rugby) requires a cornet player to join our Championship Section band (Position negotiable) Under MD Brad Turnbull we have a varied programme of events. Rehearsals are held on Monday and Friday at 7-45pm in our own purpose built bandroom.
Epping Forest Band
October 18 • We are a friendly 2nd section band in Essex. Our various concert programs include performances here and abroad . We are in need of a Tenor Horn (position negotiable) and a Kit player. We have our own band room and full percussion is provided
James Chamberlain
BMus (Hons) PGCE
Conductor, Teacher