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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.




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Result: 2026 Brass in Concert Championship

November 14 • the cooperation band retains the premier entertainment title in Gateshead


Brass in Concert

Don't miss the entertainment...

November 13 • You won't miss a single note of the weekend at the Brass in Concert Championships thanks to World of Sound and Wobplay.


podcast

4BR Review — Episode 24

November 13 • Ahead of the 2026 Brass in Concert Championships, Iwan Fox and Chris Thomas looked at the questions and issues surrounding how brass bands entertain audiences.


Siddis Geneva

New sponsorship approach by Geneva boosts grass roots in Norway

November 13 • Geneva Instruments looks to support next generation of players at grass roots level with new approach to contest sponsorship.


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Brass Ensemble

Friday 20 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Bilton Silver President's Concert

Friday 27 November • St George's Church, St Johns Avenue, Rugby CV22 5HR


West Yorkshire Police Band - Mid Yorkshire Breast Cancer Support

Saturday 28 November • Cluntergate Centre, Horbury WF4 5DA


Newstead Brass - The Snowman - Live

Saturday 5 December • Forest Town Arena. Clipstone Road West, Forest Town. Mansfield NG19 0EE


Bilton Silver Rugby Band - Christmas Magic and More

Sunday 13 December • Rugby Theatre, Henry Street, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2QA


Mossley Band

November 12 • MOSSLEY BAND. . Solo Trombone Vacancy . . We are inviting applications for our Solo Trombone chair. . . Rehearsals: Tue and Thur 8-10pm. MD Duncan Byers. Friendly and ambitious band. Established core team. Friendly Trom section


Chinnor Silver

November 6 • We are looking to strengthen our top end and require an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNET to join this friendly and ambitious 1st Section band.Good book of concerts and contests planned that includes a trip to Belgium.


Oxford Cherwell Brass

November 6 • Oxford Cherwell Brass invites applications for a new MUSICAL DIRECTOR . We seek a new MD who is committed to an inclusive positive approach towards enjoyment of music making and development. We are a friendly second section band (L&SC).


Ian Porthouse


Cornet soloist, clinician, conductor and adjudicator


               

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