*
banner

Sit back and relax in concert with David Read MBE

A special concert celebrating the musical life of David Read MBE takes place today — but even if you can't get there you can sit back and enjoy the music making for free on-line.

dAVID rEAD
  The concert celebrates the musical life of David Read MBE

It's always good to be able to enjoy a brass band concert in the comfort of your own home — especially when it is one that will celebrate the musical life and work of one of the banding's movement's most popular figures.

Saturday afternoon

This afternoon (Saturday 20th July) at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Godmanchester (3.00pm), East London Brass under MD Jayne Murrill will provide that opportunity to sit back and relax — all in honour of David Read MBE.

In conversation with 4barsrest.com editor Iwan Fox, David talks about his musical life by picking some of his favourite brass band music — from Eric Ball's 'Sunset Rhapsody' to 'The Medallion' march with some wonderful segues and tours in between.

David will talk about his life and connection to the music — which also includes works by Gilbert Vinter and Vaughan Williams.

Speaking about the concerts, Musical Director Jayne Murrill said: "We're delighted with the response we've had from the brass band movement who are coming from far and wide to enjoy David's company, and hopefully the music as well!"

The free concert will see all donations going to friends of Hinchingbrooke Hospital — David's charity of choice.

https:/­/­www.justgiving.com/­crowdfunding/­davidreadconcert

if you can't, there is no sport on the television to distract you, so sit back, relax and enjoy the music making — its just a click away4BR

Just click and enjoy

So if you are in the area, please come along to the free concert — its one not to be missed, but if you can't, there is no sport on the television to distract you, so sit back, relax and enjoy the music making at:

https://www.youtube.com/user/eastlondonbrass1 and facebook.com/eastlondonbrass

The concert is on Saturday 20th July — 3pm at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Godmanchester — free admission on the door and free tea, coffee and cake.

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    


York rooms

National good luck for bands from rooms4groups

September 18 • The accommodation specialists are supporting all the bands on their competitive visit to their home city this weekend.


lUCERN

Bands prepare for Swiss Open in reflection

September 18 • The 36th Besson Swiss Open takes place this weekend with thoughts of celebration tempered by reflection on the passing of Markus S. Bach.


York

Bands get ready for York tests

September 18 • All the preparation has just about been done as bands look forward to taking to the stage at York, Barbican in search of National title success. .


Tivoli

Dutch previews on National test-pieces

September 18 • You can now listen to preview performances for the First, Second, Third and Fourth Division test-pieces for the 2026 Dutch National Championships.


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band -

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


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


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites percussion players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites BBb Bass players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Kibworth Band

September 18 • Kibworth Band (First Section from Jan - South Leicestershire) invites Euphonium players to join our friendly, ambitious team. We rehearse Monday and Thursday evenings in our purpose built band room under MD Brendan Caddy.


Alan Fernie

DRSAM, Dip.NCOS
Arranger, composer, adjudicator, conductor


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd