*
banner

Judges announced for Forest of Dean

The judges have been announced for the Forest of Dean Solo, Duet and Quartet Contest. Brett Baker and Alan Bourne head the list.

Baker
 

The adjudicators for the 3rd Annual Forest of Dean Solo, Duet, Quartet and Ensemble Championship to be held at Lakers School, Berry Hill, Nr Coleford on Sunday 6th July have been announced.

They are Mr. Brett Baker (Principal Trombone, Black Dyke Band) and Mr. Alan R Bourne (RAF St Athan).

Maximum

Following a number of enquiries regarding the ensemble class it has been confirmed that the maximum number of competitors in any one ensemble is 18 including percussion.

If competitors need to use the official accompanist they should enclose their piano parts with tempos and any cuts clearly marked with their entry to be received by the closing date of 6th Juneorganisers

Details

A 5 piece drum kit with cymbals will now be provided but competitors will need to provide their own music stands and any other equipment needed.

With regard to the quartet classes it has been confirmed that individuals may perform with a maximum of two quartets throughout all of the classes. The same also applies to the duet classes.

Closing date

If competitors need to use the official accompanist they should enclose their piano parts with tempos and any cuts clearly marked with their entry to be received by the closing date of 6th June.

The competition will be held at Lakers School, not Coleford Community Centre as originally advertised.

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    


Regional

Stevenage performances on replay on Wobplay

March 24 • If you want to find out how all the prizes were won in Stevenage on the weekend, the tune into wobplay and enjoy... and debate


Kapitol Promotions

And the National Final invitations go to...

March 24 • The provisional list of bands that will be invited to compete at the 2026 National Finals at London and York have now been completed.


Durham

Results: 2026 North of England Regional Championships

March 21 • EverReady, Durham Miners Institute, Felling, Barton Community and Driffield take the first four titles in Durham


Fulham

Results: 2026 London & SC Regional Championships

March 21 • Zone One, Fulham, Staines, Betteshanger and Crystal Palace claim titles at Stevenage


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 26 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Funny Bones Trombone Octet

Friday 27 March • Oompah Brass XXL. Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - 2026 National Youth Brass Band Championships

Saturday 28 March • King Edward's School, Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2UA


The Hepworth Band - Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra

Saturday 18 April • Huddersfield Town Hall HD1 2TA


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


West Wycombe Brass Band

March 24 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for Horn players, any position, back row cornets, and Bb bass. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm in own band hall. Non contesting. Give us a call or email.


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

March 24 • Cleethorpes Band are recruiting a new MD. The band rehearse on Thursday and Sunday evenings and at the Northern of England contest secured 3rd place in the 4th section. We are a registered charity and have a thriving training band.


Enderby Band

March 24 • Enderby Band (Championship section) are seeking: 1 x BASS (Eb or Bb) and PERCUSSIONISTS to join our committed, hard-working, friendly team, with promotion at the Spring Festival (Senior Cup) and a balanced diary of concerts & contests to look forward to.


Derek Renshaw

ABBA Member
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator.


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd