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John Packer winner

Advert: John Packer Ltd

January 10, 2013
John Packer's Christmas Giveaway prize winners have been announced.


Ian Dickie

Final ring for Bellshill Bandmaster

January 10, 2013
Bandmaster Ian Dickie has announced his retirement from the baton work at Bellshill SA.


Troms away

Kingdom trio warm frozen cockles after icy dip

January 10, 2013
The trio of synchronised trombone playing swimmers of Kingdom Brass are just about thawed out — thanks to the generosity of their sponsors.


Severn Tunnel

Bond heads musical line at Severn Tunnel

January 10, 2013
Composer Christopher Bond has taken over the musical helm at the Severn Tunnel Band.


Oldham Lees Band

Oldham new recruits for new season

January 10, 2013
There has been a number of additions to the ranks of the Oldham (Lees) Band in time for the new season.


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Support us through iTunes and amazon

January 09, 2013
Now there's additional ways you can help support 4barsrest — and it won't cost you a penny.


Lions Youth

Lions team up with Double champions

January 08, 2013
Lions Youth team up with the new 4BR Band of the Year for next major recording project.


WhitFriday

Midnight hour returns to Scouthead

January 08, 2013
People power ensures that the popular Scouthead & Austerlands Whit Friday contest can keep going — right up to midnight!


Ian Bousfield

Bousfield to lead Brass Day

January 08, 2013
International trombone virtuoso Ian Bousfield will lead the Brass Day 2013 at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland this weekend.


Jim Shepherd

Shepherd leaves Elland flock

January 08, 2013
The great Jim Shepherd has retired as MD of Elland Silver Band.


Close up of cornets

Disney organisers reveal magic formulas...

January 08, 2013
The organisers of the Euro Band Festival at Disneyland Paris have revealed their rules and registration requirements.


nEX t GENERATION IN

Christmas cheer for BTM

January 08, 2013
BTM gear up for new season with festive fun in South Wales.


Fairlop Band

No cards for Fairlop

January 08, 2013
A very busy Fairlop Band has raised funds for some great causes thanks to their fair old hard work over the festive season.


4br aWARDS

2012 4BR Awards — The Results

January 07, 2013
The ballot boxes have been emptied and the votes counted — and the winners for 2012 have been announced as....


4BR

4BR Quiz: Monday Quiz

January 07, 2013
There’s another selection of some great CDs on offer with our Monday morning quiz.


Morrison

Interview with Alan Morrison

January 07, 2013
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Alan Morrison, the newly appointed Chairman of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators at their AGM in Brighouse.


Kilroy

Interview with Mike Kilroy

January 07, 2013
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to PR Officer Mike Kilroy at the recent ABBA AGM in Brighouse.


Lofthouse 2000 in action

Transport help for Lofthouse

January 07, 2013
Lofthouse 2000 gets a welcome transporter boost for the New Year.


Close of cornets

Oxford closing date looms...

January 07, 2013
If you the chance to give your Area test piece an early season run out, then make sure you enter the Oxford & District BBA Contest — now!


Geneva Instruments

Advert: Geneva Instruments

January 07, 2013
Geneva opens its doors to new retailers.


Chris Helme

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

January 07, 2013
More great music from Chris Helme deep in the Yorkshire Moors....


Frank Renton

Radio: Listen to the Band

January 07, 2013
More of Frank and the highlights of Brass in Concert.


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Get your event listed FREE for 2013

January 06, 2013
With the new contest season about to get underway, find out if your event is listed for the 2013 contest season on 4BR?


Harper in action

Interview with Philip Harper

January 05, 2013
4BR talks to Philip Harper at the recent Greater Gwent Youth Band Concert in Newport.


Roger Webster in action

Webster to take on different role at Grimethorpe

January 05, 2013
Roger Webster to take less formal playing role with Grimethorpe Colliery Band.




Besson

Besson ready with early Christmas offers

November 29 • If you are at the Swiss or Swedish Nationals, the Scottish Open or just off to do some earlier Christmas musical shopping, then put Besson on Santa's list — for some great deals.


swiss

Swiss connections add to Lucerne coverage

November 27 • 4BR will be linking up with their Swiss friends at BRASS BAND NEWS to provide extra insight and opinions about the performances in Lucerne this weekend.


Philip Sparke

Sparke ignites demand for 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival

November 27 • There has already been an eager snap up of tickets for the showcase event at the RNCM in Manchester in January — led by a 75th birthday celebration of composer Philip Sparke.


Perth

Domestic and cross border challengers head to Perth

November 27 • The bands are putting their final touches to their preparations for the Scottish Open and Scottish Youth Championships this weekend in Perth.


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Christmas Concert

Saturday 29 November • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Barnsley Brass - A Night At The Movies

Saturday 29 November • Worsbrough Miners Welfare. Park Road. Worsbrough Bridge. Barnsley S70 5LJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Unite the Union Band

Sunday 30 November • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross . Saddleworth. Oldham OL3 5AD


Garforth Brass - Strawberry Fields Primary School

Friday 5 December • Garforth Methodist Church,. Church Lane,. Garforth,. Leeds LS25 1NW


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band Christmas Event

Saturday 6 December • Petworth Town Centre GU28 OAD


Hathersage Band

November 27 • BACK ROW CORNET. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making, play a wide variety of music and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


wantage silver band

November 27 • 4th section national finalists Wantage Academy are looking for a Bb bass and 2nd cornet to complete their team. A friendly, welcoming band who rehearse Wed 7-8:30pm and Sat 10am-12 under MD Gavin Clemons.


Summerbridge & Dacre Silver Band

November 25 • 2nd or 3rd cornet required to boost our back row. We are a non contesting band, but carry out numerous events across North Yorkshire. We will be doing a joint concert with Carlton Main next year.


Michael Bennett

BSc, RNCM (Perf)
Performer, Composer, Arranger, Teacher


               

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