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Mareika Gray

Interview with Mareika Gray

August 07, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to conductor Mareika Gray at the 2016 National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain course


Fodens at Westminster

Foden's repay MPs faith in style

August 05, 2016
Foden's certainly made an impression at the very highest levels of government and church on their recent performance trip to the Palace of Westminster.


Band Supplies

Looking for some old Sovereigns tucked away?

August 05, 2016
Band Supplies in Leeds have some brilliant deals on some great old Sovereigns — all looking for a new home for the Summer.


Warminster Brass

Your Logo Here help Warminster parade line-up

August 05, 2016
If you want to look your best for outdoor events this year then why not join the growing team of bands that have chosen Your Logo Here for their parade best band jackets.


Pemberton Old

Death of Stevie Hyde

August 05, 2016
Pemberton Old JJB Wigan Band has announced the death of long serving player Stevie Hyde.


Flowers Band

Jameson takes euph lead from Childs at Flowers

August 05, 2016
Grant Jameson takes over the solo euphonium role at Flowers as David Childs confirms departure.


Russell Gray

Gray to lead conducting masterclass in Belfast

August 05, 2016
There is still time to join a conducting masterclass in Belfast led by Russell Gray.


lOGO

4BR Friday Quiz:

August 05, 2016
Its a question of body parts to get right if you want to win a nice bundle of goodies...


Edward Gregson

Interview with Edward Gregson

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Edward Gregson.


Childs

Interview with Prof Nicholas Childs

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to IBBSS Leader Prof Nicholas Childs about this year's course in Swansea.


IBBSS

Interview with a trio of first time delegates to the IBBSS

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to three players making their first trip to Swansea for the International Brass Band Summer School course.


IBBSS

Interview with Norwegian delegates on the 2016 IBBSS

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to two Norwegian delegates on the 2016 IBBSS in Swansea


Tom Hutchinson

Interview with Tom Hutchinson

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Cory principal cornet Tom Hutchinson to find out more about a busy year for the Besson artist...


cheltenham centaur

National Finals information required!

August 04, 2016
If you're competing at the National Finals at Cheltenham, 4BR would like to hear from you.


Principality Stadium

Iconic stage for Lewis Merthyr welcome

August 04, 2016
The Lewis Merthyr Band will play their part in welcoming former star rugby players to the iconic Principality Stadium in Cardiff.


hands

Ryan takes lead at Poulton le Fylde

August 04, 2016
Matthew Ryan has taken on the Musical Director role with Poulton le Fylde Band.


NYBBW

Welsh youth given new training boost

August 04, 2016
A new two day training band course will help young players make the step up to the National Youth Brass of Wales.


Harmen Vanhoorne

Welcome Korea break for Vanhoorne

August 04, 2016
After racking up the miles down under Belgian cornet star Harmen Vanhoorne gets to put his feet up for a little while before its off to South Korea...


IBBSS 2016

International delegates enjoy IBBSS mix in Swansea

August 03, 2016
120 delegates from 14 different countries are enjoying a mix of sun, sea and brass in Swansea — with a great end of course concert with Edward Gregson to round things off.


Paul Holland

Appeal goes out for Cornish musical cream

August 03, 2016
The annual appeal has gone out to find the next generation of Cornwall Youth Band players to work with the likes of Ian Porthouse and Paul Holland over the next year.


Indian Queens

A musical road safety message from Indian Queens

August 03, 2016
The Indian Queens Band made sure they reminded a thoughtless motorist of the error of his ways...


Ela haf Williams

Blue Riband award tops Eisteddfod debut for Ela

August 03, 2016
13 year old Ela haf Williams certainly enjoyed her trip down to Abvergavenny for the Welsh National Eisteddfod on the weekend.


Paris

Paris sights for Stockport youngsters

August 03, 2016
Stockport School's Brass Band has just returned from a memorable musical trip to Paris.


Brighouse

Brighouse entertain the petrolheads

August 03, 2016
Brighouse & Rastrick has been revving up new fans with their performance at the Carfest festival in Cheshire.


Tredegar

Report & Results: 2016 National Eisteddfod of Wales

August 02, 2016
Tredegar head the list of winners in Abergavenny with National titles also heading home with Deiniolen, Usk and Royal Oakeley Silver.




Chrsitmas Quiz

Last chance to enter the 4BR Christmas Quiz

December 31 • If you want to try and win a Prodige cornet and mutes for a young player in your band, then fire up your little grey banding brain cells one last time in 2025.


Yorkshire

Yorkshire youth to get generational boost of confidence

December 31 • The Next Generation of players from bands in the four counties of Yorkshire will be able to gain inspiration from Black Dyke Band star players.


Essence of Time

Nearly time to capture some of Tredegar's essence

December 30 • There is still time to win a workshop with Martyn Brabbins, Peter Moore, Gavin Higgins, Ian Porthouse, Dewi Griffiths, Sion Jones and more...


Roger

Webster and Rushworth to help life-long friend

December 30 • Roger Webster and Billy Rushworth will join forces with Carlton Main Frickley Colliery Band to help raise urgent funds for the cancer treatment of a former colleague.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


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


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Welwyn Garden City Band

December 30 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an eye on the 2026 Areas. We have vacancies for a FRONT ROW CORNET player and PERCUSSIONISTS.. Our MD is Will Douglas and we rehearse in Welwyn Garden City on Sunday evenings from 7.00-9.00pm.


Oxted Band

December 30 • As we go into 2026, the band's 125th anniversary, we are seeking CORNET and TROMBONE players to fill our line-up. We are friendly and ambitious band with a wide variety of engagements, including three major concerts each year - check them out on YouTube.


Cambrian Brass

December 30 • We are a friendly, hard-working and inclusive brass band, and everyone is welcome. We currently have specific vacancies for Soprano Cornet, Solo Cornet, Flugelhorn and EEb Bass, but interest from players on any instrument is always very welcome.


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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