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Pontardulaist

Pontardulais hope to create bridge for new brass band talent

August 08, 2018
A new initiative led by Pontardulais Band hopes to inspire a new generation of brass and percussion players in West Wales


dOC mARTIN

Nine bands to compete for Doctor Martin title

August 08, 2018
The nine bands that will compete for the big money prescription later this year will be revealed at the draw on August 22nd.


Brass for Africa

Brass for Africa launches publication arm

August 07, 2018
The Brass for Africa charity has launched Brass for Africa Music Publications, with its titles available through the 4Barsrest.shop and its own website to help support its incredible work.


Eikanger

Eikanger inspire the next generation of musical vikings

August 07, 2018
Eikanger's 'Holiday Play' scheme has been inspiring the next generation or two of new Nordic brass band superstars...


Silkstone

Old Silkstone helps create YorkshEire connection in Waterford

August 07, 2018
The Old Silkstone Band recently enjoyed a wonderful trip to Waterford to take part in the brilliant Spraoi Street Arts Festival


Eistedffod

Report and Results: 2018 National Eisteddfod of Wales

August 07, 2018
Tylorstown head the national prize winners in Cardiff as they lift the National Eisteddfod crown, with section wins for Newport Borough, Taff Vale and Upper Rhondda.


Tredegar

Tredegar finally leave the stage for summer break

August 07, 2018
Tredegar end a busy month of high profile concert appearances with an appearance at the traditional Cymanfa Ganu at the Welsh National Eisteddfod in Cardiff.


Bolsover

The Brass Show: Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School

August 06, 2018
The Brass Show headed to the beautiful Hardwick House to meet up with Steven Mead and the delegates and tutors on the 2018 Bolsover Summer School


Butlins

Butlins announces their overtures to bumper prizes in 2019

August 05, 2018
2019 will be the year of the overture at the Butlins Mineworkers Festival Championships — and a weekend of impressive prizes.


Firth

Firth maintains national interest a century after death

August 05, 2018
The remarkable, yet tragic musical life of former Foden's principal cornet Edwin Firth continues to hold a fascination for the National press.


Draw

A contest draw with a difference...

August 05, 2018
Prof Nicholas Childs and four star tutors on the recent IBBSS course make the draw for the 2018 Brass Showcase event in Johnstone


sYMPHONY hALL

British Open weekend continues to attract brass band lovers

August 04, 2018
A trio of very different attractions is keeping demand for tickets high for Symphony Hall British Open weekend.


Alan Fernie

Fernie becomes new MD of National Children's Band of Scotland

August 04, 2018
The successful National Youth Band of Scotland course heralded new changes, new composition talent and new prize winners.


Lostock

Lostock duo top Thomas to get to Cheltenham

August 04, 2018
Lostock Hall Memorial Band MD Joshua Hughes and tuba player Glen Tomlinson will need to recover from some saddle sores after their epic cycle ride fundraiser to get their band to Cheltenham.


Hands

New MD at Buckhaven & Methil

August 03, 2018
Andy Shaw takes over the baton as David Neil steps down after eight years at the helm of Buckhaven & Methil Band.


radio

Radio: Sounds of Brass

August 03, 2018
More brass band music from Phillip Hunt — including a celebration of the great Leonard Bernstein.


Cajon

4BR Shop: 33% off Ruach Live A Cajon

August 03, 2018
There is a great offer on a super bit of percussion kit from Pocklington Music — so beat it and get it!


Stockport

Stockport youth honour sacrifice at Menin Gate

August 03, 2018
The Stockport Schools Brass Band has just returned from a memorable trip to Belgium where they performed at the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Bridge.


Classifieds

Put your band on the global banding map

August 02, 2018
The 4BR Classified Service is the most effective way to ensure your band's activities, aims and objectives are shown to the world. Sign up now make sure you get your musical ambitions on line and connected to those you want to be linked up with.


AllBrass

Radio: All Brass Radio

August 01, 2018
More great music from across the Atlantic with the fantastic Dr Jim Fox.


IBBSS

Prof NichoIas Childs leads international line-up of talent in Swansea

August 01, 2018
Players from all around the banding globe are currently in Swansea enjoying plenty of hard work, fun and games as part of the International Brass Band Summer School led by Prof Nicholas Childs and his team of tutors.


Coalburn

Coalburn's magnificent seven

August 01, 2018
A septet of talented young players represented the Coalburn Band organisation with pride at the recent National Youth Brass Band of Scotland summer curse


Euros

Scottish Champion outrage at Edinburgh Festival

August 01, 2018
Whitburn will warm up for the British Open with another high profile appearance — this time at the famous Edinburgh Festival playing some outrageous music by Marco Putz.


Jaguar

Lea becomes Life President at Jaguar Land Rover

August 01, 2018
Dave Lea's remarkable contribution to the success of the Jaguar Land Rover Band will be recognised by the honour of becoming its Life President.


Propsect

No more Garlick topping...

August 01, 2018
After a decade or more at the helm at Prospect Brass — Skelmanthorpe, MD Phil Garlick has stepped down from the role.




nybbgb

Celebration theme for National Youth Band concert in London

July 9 • The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will be in musical celebration mode for their Summer Concert in London next month.


ai rOBOT

Artists combine with AI to win composition prize

July 9 • AI technology fuses with the 'human essence' to create award winning compositions in global competition.


pRESTOCDS

Presto Music Collection: Six more classic CDs

July 8 • You can continue to build your classic brass collection of CDs with 4BR's partnership with Presto Music.


Youth Fest

Brass sounds fill the air at Youth Fest in Barnet

July 8 • BBE's 'Brass Fest' event saw over 200 young players provide fantastic entertainment and great music making in Barnet.


Longridge Band - Anniversary Concert

Saturday 12 July • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT


Haverhill Silver Band - Proms Concert - St Ives

Saturday 12 July • Hill Rise Park, St Ives PE27 6SP


The Hepworth Band - A Summer Proms Concert

Sunday 20 July • Hepworth United Sports Club, Far Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth. HD9 1RN


Petworth Town Band - Ebernoe Horn Fair

Friday 25 July • Ebernoe Cricket Ground GU28 9LD


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Mereside Brass

July 9 • MERESIDE BRASS have vacancies for PERCUSSION players. We are a friendly 4th Section band with a sensible calendar of jobs and socials. It would be great to hear from you if you would like to join the band or if you could help out when needed for concerts.


Mereside Brass

July 9 • MERESIDE BRASS have a vacancy for a SOLO CORNET player maybe PRINCIPAL for the right player. We are a friendly 4th Section band with a sensible calendar of jobs, occasional contests & socials. Players of all ages & sections are welcome to visit or join us


Petworth Town Band

July 7 • Petworth Town Band have vacancies for CORNETS, TUBA and BASS TROMBONE. We are an enthusiastic band with a full calendar of engagements. We would welcome you to join us and our inspirational MD Paula Streeter.


Steve Pritchard-Jones

FTCL LTCL LDBBA DipMusEd GMus QTS NPQH
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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