*
banner

On yer bike — Bandsman editor takes to the road for charity

British Bandsman Editor Kenny Crookston will don the Scottish version of the maillot jaune to help raise funds for the brilliant Brass for Africa charity.

Kenny Crookston
 

British Bandsman Editor Kenneth Crookston has once again been inspired by the hardy fellows that take part in the Tour de France — and will be undertaking a mini-tour himself on Sunday 31st July to help raise money for the Brass for Africa charity.

London 100

The 52 year old will don the yellow jersey lycra to ride the 100 miles of the 'London 100', and you can help him on his way with a donation, that with the added bonus of the 'Gift Aid' scheme will help meet his target of £2,000.

Give generously

For those who know him well — please give generously — the schadenfreude of knowing the pain he will go through will make it worth every penny — and a great charity will benefit enormously!!!

the schadenfreude of knowing the pain he will go through will make it worth every penny — and a great charity will benefit enormously!!!4BR

Go to the fundraising page at:

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-web/fundraiser/showFundraiserPage.action?userUrl=KennethCrookston&faId=714990&isTeam=false

More information:

http://www.brassforafrica.com
https://www.prudentialridelondon.co.uk/events/100/

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


British Open

British Open countdown: 50 days to go

July 18 • There are now fewer than 140 premium tickets to be snapped up for the 171st British Open.


Williams

More milestones to achieve for Williams duo

July 18 • New musical avenues will be marked by yet more milestones for Glyn and Helen Williams.


Olav Skar

New Nordic President at coop

July 18 • Olav M Skar has reconnected with the cooperation band in his new role as Band President.


Tongan

Life changing opportunity for Tongan youth

July 18 • The first Tongan Youth Band course is looking for support to help give musical youngsters a life changing opportunity.


The Hepworth Band - A Summer Proms Concert

Sunday 20 July • Hepworth United Sports Club, Far Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth. HD9 1RN


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Rushden Town Band

July 18 • Second Trombone vacancy. A friendly Midlands 1st Section Band, Rushden are looking for a Second Trombone player to come and join us. Great repertoire and concerts plus contests twice per year. Every other year, the band goes on tour.


Welwyn Garden City Band

July 18 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied summer season of concerts. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Bedford Town Band

July 18 • Bedford Town Band have vacancies for 1st trombone, 1st horn, EEb and BBb bass. We have several concerts and Wychavon contest in the Autumn. In the last few years the band won the Butlins 2nd section , been promoted to 1st section then 3rd at Wychavon


Jenny Gartside

Bsc Hons
Jeweller, brass band themed jewellery and pin badges


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd