News / 2012
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World Rankings: End of year update
December 31, 2012
Cory end the contest year at the top of the rankings list.
OBE for Keith Griffin
December 29, 2012
The man who formed the National Youth Brass Band of Wales receives OBE in the New Year's Honours List.
4BR Quiz: New Year's Eve Quiz
December 28, 2012
There is a great prize on offer with the last of our Festive brain teasers.
M4 extension in South Wales
December 28, 2012
The musical roadworks continue to grow for the City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) Band.
Death of Richard Rodney Bennett
December 28, 2012
The death was announced over the Christmas period of composer Richard Rodney Bennett.
4BR Quiz: Boxing Day Quiz
December 26, 2012
We have two more of the latest DVDs up for grabs for our Boxing Day Quiz.
4BR Quiz: Christmas Day Quiz
December 25, 2012
We have two of the latest DVDs up for grabs for our Christmas Day Quiz.
BBP Registry advisory future mapped out by Kapitol
December 23, 2012
Kapitol announces Advisory Body structure with remit to decide on registration fees, as Dyke and Foden's sign up for BBP Registry.
Butlins unveil Skegness entertainment
December 23, 2012
From Cory to Maynard Ferguson, Dennis Rollins funk to Bavarian beer fun with the Parpenrifters — Butlins will have it all (plus a ten grand first prize) in January.
Strictly come carolling for ISB
December 23, 2012
Members of the International Staff Band provide radio presenter Chris Evans with his Christmas carol service on air...
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
December 23, 2012
Plenty of great Christmas music to accompany the turkey and prezzies from Chris Helme.
Banding rivals help new convert
December 22, 2012
Welsh rivals join forces to promote banding benefits on air.
Cuts proposed to leading Music Service in Wales
December 22, 2012
The pioneering Gwent Music Support Services faces huge cut in funding after council reveals budget plans.
Santa Andovers the prezzies
December 22, 2012
Santa has certainly called at Test Valley Brass this year.
Gloucester set for registry debate
December 21, 2012
The Gloucestershire Brass Band Association is to hold a registry discussion meeting open to all next month...
Breakthrough year for young composer
December 21, 2012
Cardiff based composer David Rees has enjoyed a musical 2012 to remember — thanks to Ynyshir and other Welsh bands
Gloucester closing date looms
December 21, 2012
If you want to compete at the GBBA Entertainment contest then you had better get your entries in fast.
Radio: World of Brass
December 21, 2012
John Maines makes sure you don't miss out on any brass band music this Christmas.
4BR Gift Voucher
December 21, 2012
If you are stuck for a last minute something for Christmas, then we have the answer- a 4BR Gift Voucher.
Kapitol Forum counters uninformed speculation and criticism
December 20, 2012
The Regional Kapitol Forum has issued a strongly worded statement outlining their actions and reasons why.
Rothwell adds tuba strength in depth
December 20, 2012
The Rothwell Temperance Band has added extra strength to their tuba section for the New Year.
Radio: Listen to the Band
December 20, 2012
More early 2013 delights from Frank Renton and his team at the BBC.
Rainford part company with Samuel
December 20, 2012
The successful eight year partnership between Neil Samuel and the Rainford Band has come to an end.
Advert: Birchfield Music
December 19, 2012
Great new music on offer — and still in time for Christmas!
