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Penicuik

Three wise men head to Penicuik

December 14, 2012
Three wise musical men have stopped off at Penicuik Silver.


FABB logo

FABB to reinvent itself in 2013 and beyond

December 14, 2012
New deal with QPAC looks set to secure the contest for the next 5 years.


Kingdom trombones

Budgie smugglers set for Kingdom dip

December 13, 2012
Five of the bravest brass band players in the world are preparing to take a plunge not even a brass monkey would enjoy — all for a great cause.


West Midlands Fellowship

Every little helps....

December 13, 2012
Even Tesco has been showing a bit of festive banding spirit.... and beer


2013 Australian Nationals logo

Top bands head west for the 2013 Australian Nationals

December 13, 2012
A strong line up of bands are set to head to Perth for the 2013 Australian Nationals.


BBE logo

BBE to consider recommended approach

December 12, 2012
BBE to reveal further recommended approach to supporters in Registry battle in seven days.


Byron Newton

Buzz settles in to NZ life

December 12, 2012
Former Tredegar principal euphonium settles back to homeland musical life with a little help from friends and Besson.


Kerkrade

World Championships looks for entrants

December 12, 2012
The famous WMC Kerkrade contest is looking for entrants to claim a world title.


Drighlington

Drighlington help shine the light

December 12, 2012
The Drighlington Band has helped shine a light on the wonderful work of their local hospice.


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IBBC admits to money problems

December 11, 2012
The ambitious International Brass Band Contest in Belgium has admitted that it faces problems paying bands the money they are owed.


Chris Helme

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

December 11, 2012
More festive music from Chris Helme


Gift Box

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December 10, 2012
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December 10, 2012
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BBE reveals new Registry team

December 08, 2012
Brass Bands England reveals the team that has been running the British Brass Band Regisrty since September.


Ashworth

Ashworth to present registry discussion paper

December 08, 2012
Well known conductor David Ashworth hopes to be able to present a registry discussion paper at this weekend's BBE National Forum.


Besson

Buffet acquires leading German instrument maker

December 07, 2012
Buffet Group acquires B&S GmbH, the leading German brass music instrument manufacturer.


UniBrass logo

Record entry for University challenge

December 07, 2012
17 bands will perform at the UniBrass 2013 Championship at Lancaster University next February.


Dobson

Dobson inspires Gillingham success

December 07, 2012
Award winning composer Simon Dobson has inspired Gillingham Imperial to Wessex success.


John Maines

Radio: World of Brass

December 07, 2012
More great music to bring in Christmas with John Maines.


Renotn

Radio: Listen to the Band

December 07, 2012
More from Brass in Concert to enjoy in January at the BBC with Frank


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4barsrest Christmas Shopping

December 07, 2012
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Cory with Philip Harper

World Rankings: December Update

December 06, 2012
Brass in Concert win sends Cory back to the top of the world rankings.


Long Eaton

Result: 2012 Long Eaton Solo, Duet & Quartet

December 06, 2012
There was a fine turn out of performers at the Long Eaton recent Solo, Duet & Quartet Contest.


BBE logo

Venue change for BBE Forum meeting

December 06, 2012
There is a change of venue for the BBE National Forum this weekend.


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December 06, 2012
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Brett Baker

4BR Monday interview with Brett Baker

January 4 • In the first of a new series of weekly audio interviews, 4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with Brett Baker.


Quiz

4BR Christmas Quiz: The answers and winner

January 4 • There was a great response to the annual 4BR Christmas Quiz — but it did catch quite a lot of people out too...


Regionals

AoBBA to lead Area test-piece workshop

January 4 • The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators will join up with Newstead Brass to present a free Regionals Test Piece workshop for Sections 2, 3 & 4.


thecooperationband

Ramsay takes principal cooperation role

January 4 • Alex Ramsay has become the principal cornet of the cooperation band.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Tewit Silver Band

January 3 • PRINCIPAL Eb BASS position - our enthusiastic team of basses are looking for the right leader to elevate them to the next level. We have a great program of events ahead of us including contests and concerts alongside a good social vibe.


Tewit Silver Band

January 3 • Championship CORNET players - we are looking for a strong front row player to complete our section. We have a great year ahead including contests, hymn and march contests, concerts and Durham Miners alongside a good social vibe.


East London Brass

January 3 • PERCUSSIONIST - looking ahead to the 2026 contest season, ELB are looking for a percussionist to complete our line up. The band is ambitious and keen to further our successful 2025 season of winning the areas and promotion at spring festival.


Martyn Evans

BEd (Hons) NABBC member
Conductor, Band Trainer, Teacher, Adjudicator


               

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