News / 2019
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Grimethorpe ready to roll-out youth initiative
January 11, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band is linking up with new partners to expand its youth development initiative.
Rath ready for Skegness
January 11, 2019
Rath Trombones are one of many leading traders making their way to Skegness this weekend.
Student treat as Jones leads masterclass and recital in Huddersfield
January 11, 2019
Katy Jones, the principal trombone of the Halle Orchestra will be leading a masterclass and recital at the University of Huddersfield later this month.
Pippen returns to Staines
January 11, 2019
Jonathan Pippen makes a welcome return to Staines Brass to take up the baton.
Brace of new signings for Hammonds
January 11, 2019
The 2018 Grand Shield champion heads into 2019 boosted by two new signings.
Strong entertainment line-up for 2019 Welsh Open
January 11, 2019
The popular Welsh Open Entertainment Championship has attracted 14 from both sides of the River Severn keen to get their hands on the prize money, trophy and invite to the Spring Festival.
Farren to take top job at Whitburn
January 11, 2019
The respected bass trombone player Charlie Farren has become the new Chairman at Scottish Champion Whitburn.
Riverside quintet to head to Germany
January 11, 2019
A quintet of players from North of England Area champion NASUWT Riverside will head to Germany later this month to help with some special celebrations.
David Childs records quartet of concertos with BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
January 08, 2019
4BR travelled to Manchester to see euphonium virtuoso David Childs record four major concerto works with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Fancy testing your adjudication skills at the Areas?
January 08, 2019
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators is looking for some keen youngsters to give their judgement an airing in Huddersfield and Stevenage.
No more playing life of Riley
January 08, 2019
After 20 year stint, the highly respected Andy Riley has called it a day on his playing commitments with Rothwell Temperance.
Gloucester Youth reach out to the future
January 08, 2019
The Gloucester Youth Band has showcased its future intent with a weekend of workshops, rehearsal and young composer spotlights, as well as looking at how they do things in Europe...
Denton back under one roof
January 08, 2019
All things musical are now back under the one roof for Denton Brass — and everyone is welcome to come along and join them.
Foden's stars make Lions roar
January 08, 2019
A team from Foden's Band has helped the youngsters of Lions Youth Band roar into New Year life...
Geneva comes up with brilliant Butlins deals
January 08, 2019
If its money you are looking to save on a new instrument then make sure you visit the Geneva stand at Butlins this weekend.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
January 08, 2019
Chris Helme welcomes in the New Year with plenty of great brass band music
Bands look for early form guide at Brass at the Guild
January 08, 2019
There is an excellent line-up of bands ready to test their early season form at the Brass at the Guild Championships this year.
Early Bugle call for entries
January 08, 2019
One of the most famous outdoor contests in the world has made an early call for entries...
2018 Christmas Quiz Winner
January 07, 2019
It proved to be quite a difficult Christmas Quiz — but we have finally found our winner...
2019 National Youth Championship entry date extended
January 07, 2019
The entry date for the 2019 National Youth Championships of Great Britain has been extended to capture new year returnees...
No joke — as punchlines raise fantastic funds for Brass for Africa
January 07, 2019
Dave Robb's great joke book has raised smiles as well as much needed funds for the Brass for Africa charity.
Crwbin connection comes to an end
January 07, 2019
The musical partnership between conductor Craig Roberts and Seindorf Arian Crwbin has come to an end after two successful years.
Exclusive Stomvi deals at Band Supplies
January 07, 2019
If you want to get your hands on a great Stomvi instrument for the new contesting year, then you need to get in touch with Band Supplies.
Bradley heads Whitburn award winners
January 07, 2019
It wasn't just the Golden Globes that were up for grabs as the annual awards season gets under way , as Chris Bradley leads the winners at Whitburn's celebratory night.
British Open titles attracts entrants at Skegness
January 05, 2019
There has been an encouraging response from players hoping to claim British Open titles at the forthcoming Butlins Mineworkers Festival in Skegness.
