News / 2015
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Political boost for Welsh Euro hopes
June 21, 2015
Welsh Euro hopes gain political boost as former First Minister hails 'fantastic' Welsh bands.
Renewed links at VBS Poynton
June 21, 2015
Its been a question of renewing links at Vernon Building Society Band with new signings.
Report & Results: 2015 Land O' Burns Entertainment
June 21, 2015
Whitburn retains stranglehold on domestic silverware with latest impressive victory at Troon over rivals.
Report & Result: 2015 Bugle Contest
June 21, 2015
Camborne lead the way again on a day of singles, doubles and trebles at the famous Bugle Contest.
Report & Results: 2015 German Open Championship
June 20, 2015
The emerging German brass band movement sees more encouraging performances as the bands battle for domestic glory in Grimma near Leipzig.
Pro level cornets at John Packer
June 20, 2015
John Packer adds yet more choice to their fantastic selection of professional level cornets.
RNCM A4 students ready to make musical mark in Lithuania
June 20, 2015
Four rising stars from the RNCM in Manchester will be making their first musical trip to Lithuania next month.
Old Silkstone strictly linked with innovative approach
June 20, 2015
The Old Silkstone Band has taken a step, waltz and rumba in a new direction...
Adjudication team announced for Midlands Area
June 20, 2015
The Midlands adjudication team that will decide the Cheltenham and Albert Hall fates in 2016 has been announced.
Record entry for DLI Museum contest
June 20, 2015
A record 17 bands will line up in order at the Durham Light Infantry Museum open air contest in July.
Troon set for entertainment battle
June 20, 2015
A dozen bands will line up for battle in Troon today with the big prize pot for the Land O' Burns contest up for grabs.
2016 Flemish Open looking for bands
June 20, 2015
If you want to claim the 2016 Flemish Open title then make sure you get your entries in for the popular event in Mechelen.
Rothwell opt for Malta over Gateshead
June 20, 2015
Grand Shield winners Rothwell Temperance to tour Malta in 2016 but opt out of Brass in Concert in November.
Report & Results: 2015 French Open
June 19, 2015
Amboise hosts a splendid weekend of cross country brass band entertainment — led by the host nation winners Brass Band Nord Pas de Calais.
Wardle youngsters gain Shield of recognition
June 18, 2015
Wardle Junior Blast Band has received a wonderful surprise in recognition of their National Youth Championship victory.
Childs delight at Karl Jenkins Knighthood
June 18, 2015
Dr Robert Childs has spoken to 4BR about his delight at hearing of the award of a Knighthood to composer Karl Jenkins.
Dyke fans to expect memorable anniversary
June 18, 2015
Black Dyke fans will be in for a treat thanks to a unique combination of the past, present and future of the Queensbury champions.
Brass Bands England recruitment
June 18, 2015
Brass Bands England is looking to appoint an Operations Co-ordinator and two Liaison Officers.
Could a unique brass band species now be extinct?
June 18, 2015
The last deep pit brass band miner in the UK could be about to become extinct...
Caddies needed for Scots drive
June 18, 2015
Those intrepid golfing bandsmen from Irvine & Dreghorn still need a bit of bag carrying help... as long as you have a strong back...
PJS Music opens a new way to get fantastic brass deals
June 18, 2015
If its the best deals you are looking for, then try PJS Music — from people who know what brass in all about...
Arts Council investment to bring brass band benefit
June 17, 2015
A new creative 'First Art' scheme can be accessed in Bolsover, North East Derbyshire, Ashfield and Mansfield Districts to help brass bands.
Hammonds celebrate unique partnership
June 17, 2015
The recent BBC Music Day shone a spotlight on the unique musical partnership between Hammonds Saltaire Band and renowned Indian musician Shri Sriram.
Morris honoured by RNCM Fellowship
June 17, 2015
The highly respected bass trombonist Adrian Morris has spoken to 4BR about his delight at being made a Fellow at the RNCM in Manchester.
