News / 2021
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Welsh invited to opening of the box...
April 22, 2021
Brass Bands Wales has linked up with the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators for an evening workshop looking at all aspects of the judging process.
4BR Thursday Interview with Mark Wilkinson
April 22, 2021
4BR talks to Foden's Band Manager Mark Wilkinson to find out more about the worldwide response to their forthcoming online Whit Friday contest weekend and their plans to safeguard their musical future and recall their past.
4BR Wednesday Interview with Patrick Ottiger
April 21, 2021
4BR catches up with the Yamaha professional trumpet star and inspirational conductor of the BML Talents Band in Switzerland to find out more about musical life, Jerusalema dance moves and contesting promotion...
Swiss soloists respond in number
April 21, 2021
Over 350 players and 32 quartets entered the online Swiss Solo and Quartet Championships this year — with the finals set to take place in Berne in May.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Michael Bach
April 20, 2021
4BR talks to the well known conductor about the first steps back to post Covid-19 musical normality in his country and his hopes that Swiss banding can hopefully 'Rejoice' at the National Championships later in the year.
SBBA launches newsletter
April 20, 2021
The Scottish Brass Band Association has launched a newsletter to get its message direct to bands.
Brass returns to the playgrounds in Bradford
April 20, 2021
The sound of brass has been heard in the Bradford area once more as Covid-19 relaxations brings back face to face peripatetic teaching.
Foden's add publishing arm to musical portfolio
April 20, 2021
Foden's Band Publishing will see the North West Area champion promote and develop their own stable of in-house composers.
4BR Monday Interview with Mark Bromley
April 19, 2021
4BR talks to Mark Bromley, the CEO of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain to chat about the past year as well as the exciting future in prospect for the organisation.
Go exploring with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
April 18, 2021
4BR talks to Ben Jennings of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra as they prepare to host a workshop day exploring the musical secrets of the ensemble in partnership with the University of the West of England and Bristol University.
Scotland sees easing of Covid-19 restrictions
April 18, 2021
There is some good news for Scottish banding in the latest announcement from their First Minister — but it all depends on the data for the future.
Extended deadline for National Eisteddfod of Wales
April 18, 2021
A relaxation of regulations means bands have extra time to provide their online entries for the National Eisteddfod of Wales brass band competitions.
Bolsover makes song and dance of new addition
April 18, 2021
There is an exciting new addition to the tutor team for the forthcoming Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School.
Minor errata to British Open test-piece
April 18, 2021
Bands will have to take into account a trio of minor errata on Edward Gregson's British Open test piece.
Procession to the Minster...
April 18, 2021
Members of the Elland Silver Youth Band perform together for the first time since lockdown at Halifax Minster on the weekend.
The real Phantom Menace?
April 17, 2021
4BR talks to professional percussionist Matthew Dickinson after it was announced that the return of Phantom of the Opera to the West End will be accompanied by a vastly reduced line-up of musicians in its renowned pit orchestra.
The Wizard of Oz casts a spell on Wobplay
April 17, 2021
There is the chance to relive the amazing talents of James Morrison and guests with Black Dyke Band on the wobplay platform.
No six appeal for Making Music
April 17, 2021
The leading leisure time music making organisation has expressed disappointment at the Roadmap progress made by the Government to help get groups back to playing in England.
Ev-entz back in action
April 17, 2021
The percussion, stage hire and brass specialists return to regular opening hours.
BBLNI finalists get ready to take their bow
April 17, 2021
The finalists in the Brass Band League of Northern Ireland Solo Competition will be showcasing their talents over the next two weekends.
Riverside Youth enjoy competitive drive
April 17, 2021
There were 27 fantastic performances for Les Neish to ponder and enjoy as the talented youngsters of Riverside Youth Band in Scotland showcased their on-line playing skills.
New appointment at MIA
April 16, 2021
Tom Bacon has been appointed as the Chair of the Music Industries Association's Young Professionals Network.
4BR Friday Interview with Paul Fisher
April 16, 2021
4BR talks to Paul Fisher about Baggy Trousers, Baby Shark, fun and inspiration in getting youngsters playing brass instruments via the Brass Bands England Fun Foundation Day initiative.
Sterling adds Belgian star to artist stable
April 16, 2021
Festival Brass euphonium star Gilles Demeurisse has joined the Sterling Instruments stable of 'Performance Artists'.
Digital key to unlock Withington secrets
April 16, 2021
You can enjoy an intense weekend of musical inspiration from Allan Withington online this year
