*
banner

Advert: Sterling Musical Instruments

The best in brass are playing the Sterling Virtuoso euphonium — with Michael Howley taking the honours at Brass in Concert.

Sterling
 

Sterling Musical Instruments would like to congratulate Michael Howley on winning the Best Euphonium prize at the 2008 Brass in Concert Championship.

Exclusive

Michael plays exclusively on the Sterling Virtuoso euphonium, which is the only euphonium manufactured in Great Britain.

Options

It is also the only euphonium that offers players a wide choice of options to choose from, to create an instrument which best suits your individual needs & aspirations.

These options include choices of bell materials, bell thickness, bell diameter, main slide trigger, heavy weight caps, gold plated fittings & many more.

It is also the only euphonium that offers players a wide choice of options to choose from, to create an instrument which best suits your individual needs & aspirationsSterling

Visit

You also have the opportunity to visit the workshops to decide upon options & have the instrument built to your exact requirements. You will be amazed at the ease of playing & response, richness of sound, impeccable intonation & quality of manufacture, which surpasses all other euphoniums.

Availability

Sterling Virtuoso Euphoniums are available from — Glyn Williams Musical Instruments — 07976628956
Mr.Tuba — 01633 871506

Get youself an early Xmas present & purchase a copy of Michael's fantastic debut CD — " The Life of a Dream" — available from 4BR too!

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    


dobcross

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Third Section

September 14 • Dobcross Silver strikes royal gold as they claim the Third Section honours.


arbroath

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Fourth Section

September 14 • The Fourth Section National title heads to Scotland with Arbroath & Carnoustie.


unite

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — First Section

September 13 • Unite the Union claims 'Checkmate' over their rivals to claim the First Section National title.


south Yorkshire Police

Result: 2025 National Championships of Great Britain — Second Section

September 13 • South Yorkshire Police claim the first title of the Cheltenham weekend.


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 2 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Audley Brass

September 14 • Audley Brass (First Section National Finalists 2025) are seeking a first class PRINCIPAL EUPHONIUM. We have some very exciting events coming up including 5 epic beer festival nights and Wychavon Festival of Brass entertainment contest.


Longridge Band

September 13 • Longridge Band invite applications for a SOPRANO CORNET player. We are a friendly, committed band, who enjoy a good balance of concerts and contests throughout the year.


Chinnor Silver

September 11 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting again on Monday (15th) and we would welcome any players who fancy joining us for a relaxed and friendly blow.. All abilities are welcome and meeting with us has no impact on your main band.. Cake and coffee included FREE


Andy Wareham

BMus (Hons), MMus (Hons)
Conductor, Composer, Brass Tutor, Musicologist


               

 © 2025 4barsrest.com Ltd