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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.




Fodens

Foden's regional reach out for 2026

September 17 • If you want some of the Foden's Area Championship winning formula to rub off on you, then why not sign up for some early test-piece prep.


Brighouse

Brighouse principal is lead off for Banding Together

September 17 • In a new PR profile initiative for the event, Tom Smith talks about his link to the National Championships at the Royal Albert Hall.


Norway

Concerto test for Norwegian elite

September 17 • Flavours of Rumba, Ravel and riotous ostriches courtesy of Derek Bourgeois will test the Elite Division contenders at the 2026 Norwegian National Championships.


National Championships

2026 Regional Championship test-piece announced

September 17 • Works by Martin Ellerby, Andrew Wainwright, Philip Harper, Gordon Langford and Eric Ball will test bands in their qualification bids for the Albert Hall and Cheltenham next year.


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Dobcross Silver Band - Milnrow Band

Sunday 21 September • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Haverhill Silver Band

September 17 • Haverhill Silver Band (Championship Section) seeks a FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). This is a superb opportunity to join East Anglia's premier brass band for the L&SC area contest, the Senior Cup, Whit Friday and beyond.


Cheltenham Silver Band

September 16 • Required:. Musical Director : Cheltenham Silver Academy Band Following the relocation of our current conductor we are looking for a progressive, passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Academy Band, and to support our continued improvement.


Chinnor Silver

September 16 • We need a Bass player (either Bb or Eb) and a percussionist to join our happy team! The band is promoted to the first section in 2026 and were also 2025 Second section National Finalists. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in our own bandroom in Chinnor


David W. Ashworth

RSCM, ABBA Exec Member, NABBC PRO.
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator


               

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