News / 2014
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Report & Results: 2014 SEWBBA Merthyr Tydfil Welsh League Contest
November 24, 2014
Pontardulais shock rivals on a day of exciting action in Merthyr Tydfil as the 2014 Welsh League titles are decided.
Grimethorpe stars to lead latest Youth Band workshop
November 24, 2014
The stars of Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be passing on their entertainment tips to the young players at their next Youth Band workshop
Radio: Listen to the Band
November 24, 2014
There will be plenty of brass band music on the BBC in 2015 with Frank Renton.
Welsh conducting award for Ritter
November 23, 2014
After leading Ebbw Valley to domestic and national success, Gareth Ritter becomes Welsh Conductor of the Year for a second time.
Geneva euphonium coup as they sign Glenn van Looy
November 21, 2014
Belgian euphonium star becomes latest top flight performer to opt for the Geneva Symphony brand.
Graham takes on anniversary role at IBBSS
November 21, 2014
Composer Peter Graham will be linking up with Prof Nicholas Childs and delegates on the International Brass Band Summer School in 2015.
JP brings new arrivals to Blackpool
November 21, 2014
The arrival of new MD John Pearson heralds an influx of players to Blackpool Brass.
Dobson enjoying life in the spotlight
November 21, 2014
Composer Simon Dobson has confessed to 4BR that one of the most exhausting periods of his life has also been one of the most musically rewarding too.
Morecambe's lottery number comes up again
November 20, 2014
The Morecambe Band will help the nation celebrate 20 years of The National Lottery on the weekend with a second live television appearance in a week!
Stretton helps Lofthouse recruitment
November 20, 2014
The multi talented multi instrumentalist James Stretton has been helping Lofthouse recruit new brass band talent.
Lots of changes at Deepcar
November 20, 2014
Thee have been plenty of hellos and goodbyes at the Deepcar Band of late.
Crewe notch up 30 years of community service
November 20, 2014
The Co-operative Funeralcare Band (North West) has just notched up a fine 30 years of community Remembrance Service.
Roberts to lead premiere of new organ work
November 20, 2014
Stephen Roberts will be conducting the world premiere of his new work for organ and brass in Birmingham this weekend.
Whitburn open up on Cantata
November 20, 2014
Scottish Open contenders to open rehearsal doors on Perth test piece.
Mead set for German Diamond
November 20, 2014
Euph star Steven Mead will be performing a brace of Philip Sparke Diamond Concerto's in Germany this weekend.
Skelmanthorpe take Union entertainment prize
November 20, 2014
The Skelmanthorpe Prospect Band were the crowd pleasers after 15 rounds of great concerts at the Unite the Union Band Club this year.
Death of Arthur Butterworth
November 20, 2014
The death has been announced of the composer Arthur Butterworth MBE.
Raw Brass makes impact on both sides of North Sea
November 19, 2014
The innovative Raw Brass instruments from County Instruments have been making an impact on both sides of the North Sea.
Birthday delight for Yamaha quiz winners
November 19, 2014
Two lucky 4BR readers certainly enjoyed their trip to the Brass in Concert Championship this year.
New, old and young add to Mount Charles ranks
November 19, 2014
A plethora of new signings help boost the Mount Charles ranks ahead of the forthcoming new contest season.
Shrewsbury help remember
November 19, 2014
The combined forces of Shrewsbury Band and Of One Accord Choir help remember the sacrifice of war.
Scotland welcomes Centre Stage
November 19, 2014
Centre Stage Percussion and Stage Uniforms will be supporting the inspirational Scottish Youth Championships this weekend in Perth.
Hayward impresses with his long Ball tactics...
November 19, 2014
David Hayward has been instilling the benefits of the long Ball tactical game with a new generation of brass band players...
Lowes leaves Skipton
November 19, 2014
Skipton Brass has announced that their MD Adrian Lowes has left the Yorkshire band.
