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Hatfield

Kennedy takes step back at Hatfield

October 18, 2014
A new role for euphonium player Andy Kennedy leads to seat swaps at Hatfield.


Fran Calver

New roles on Council

October 18, 2014
The Council of the West of England Brass Band Association has appointed its officers for 2015...


Blidworth

Blidworth enjoys 2014 success

October 18, 2014
Blidworth Welfare Band has already enjoyed a fine 2014 contesting season with the promise of more success to come...


sALE bRASS

Sale doors open

October 18, 2014
Fourth Section Sale Brass is opening its doors ahead of its Rochdale Contest challenge....


Drighlington

Appoints of principal at Drighlington

October 18, 2014
The Drighlington Band has made a number of leading signings.


Crossleys

Death of Geoffrey Harrison

October 18, 2014
The death has been reported of the respected bandsman Geoffrey Harrison.


tEWKESBURY

Tewkesbury tipple cheer for 40th birthday

October 18, 2014
The Tewkesbury Band has been enjoying a celebratory 40th birthday tipple this year to go with other great musical projects.


Black Dyke

How Dyke did the 'Double'......

October 17, 2014
BBC Radio 2 has made Black Dyke's historic winning performance from Saturday's National Championships available to listen to.


Geneva Cornet

4BR 2014 National Finals Competition: The winner

October 15, 2014
One lucky person will be getting their hands on a Geneva Symphony cornet, whilst pothers have been enjoying Mnozil Brass in action.


US flag

Yamaha link with US Open

October 15, 2014
Contest organisers announce bands, adjudicators and major sponsor link for 2014 event.


Arthur Butterworth

Butterworth appearance on Countryfile

October 15, 2014
91 year old composer Arthur Butterworth has made a welcome musical appearance on the BBC television programme 'Countryfile'.


Cornets

Yorkshire Solo Championships cancelled

October 15, 2014
The proposed Yorkshire Solo Championships have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.


Netherlands

International boost for Geneva

October 15, 2014
Investment in business links around the world give Geneva sales boost.


Kyle Lawson

Lawson claims NZ Young Musician title

October 14, 2014
22 year old cornet player Kyle Lawson wins the first New Zealand Young Brass Musician of the Year title in Wellington.


Contest cornets

Strong turn out for Rochdale return

October 14, 2014
The Gothic splendour of Rochdale Town Hall will echo to the sounds of brass band contesting once again...


Hoover Bolton

Hoover helps Water Aid charity

October 14, 2014
The Bolton (Hoover) Band has helped raise money for a wonderful charity.


On air

Radio: Listen to the Band

October 14, 2014
More music from Frank — this time from Brass in Concert


Dyke players

Centre Stage Percussion commemorate Dyke Double

October 14, 2014
Centre Stage Percussion celebrate Black Dyke's victory with a Double of their own....


Staffordshire Band

Made in Taiwan for Staffs...

October 14, 2014
The exciting euphonium talent of Tzu-Hsiang Lin takes up his new role as solo euphonium with the Staffordshire Band.


Sandhurst

New recruits at Sandhurst

October 14, 2014
Two new player recruits join Sandhurst in time for immediate promotion...


Torquay

Fine line up for Torquay

October 14, 2014
The 68th annual South West Brass Band Association contest in Torquay has attracted a fine line up of competing bands.


Smithills

Smithills help push the boat out...

October 14, 2014
The Smithills School Senior Band has continued to help with fund raising for the RNLI with its latest concert.


Michael Fryer

Death of Michael Fryer

October 14, 2014
The death has been announced of the popular brass band radio broadcaster, Michael Fryer.


Huw Thomas

Thomas to lead Poulton London masterclass

October 14, 2014
Leyland MD Huw Thomas will led a free open rehearsal masterclass on 'A London Overture' with the help of Poulton-le-Fylde Band. All are welcome!


Skelmanthorpe

Entries now open for Skelmanthorpe Slow Melody

October 14, 2014
The entry list is now open for those who wish to test their musical mettle at the Skelmanthorpe Slow Melody & Ensemble Contest.




4BR Review

4BR Review — A look back at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival and more

January 28 • Join Iwan and Chris on Thursday evening for a look back at the RNCM Festival as well as looking forward to the Norwegian Nationals in Bergen and more...


Simone Rebello

4BR interview with Simone Rebello

January 28 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox caught up with Simone Rebello to find out more about the forthcoming RNCM Day of Percussion.


Ulf Rosenberg

4BR interview with EBBA President Ulf Rosenberg

January 28 • 4BR speaks to the EBBA President after the announcement that the 2028 European Championships will not take place in England.


rps aWARDS

Shepherd Group join Moore on RPS shortlist

January 28 • The Shepherd Group and conductor Sean Chandler have nominated for the RPS 'Inspiration Award' — and the banding movement can help them win it with their votes.


Dobcross Silver Band - Whitburn Band

Sunday 1 February • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


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


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

January 28 • Principal Cornet vacancy after March 2026. Our current player has asked for a very special 80th birthday present, a new player so that he can retire!. . Flexible rehearsal arrangements to support a good band - home life balance


Chinnor Silver

January 27 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Monday (2nd) 11 am and we would welcome any players who would like to join us for a friendly,relaxed rehearsal.. All abilities are welcome with a liking for cake and coffee. Blowing with us doesnt impact your no1 band


Cambrian Brass

January 24 • We are a friendly, inclusive and hard-working brass band, welcoming players of all ages and abilities. We are particularly keen to fill our Soprano Cornet, Flugelhorn and EEb Bass positions.


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

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