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Patricio

New brass band frontiers breached in Mexico and Columbia

November 14, 2019
There is a growing passion for all things brass banding in Mexico and Columbia thanks to the missionary zeal of Patricio Cosentino.


lOVATT

Lovatt star to shine over Bolton for Christmas

November 14, 2019
Mike Lovatt and Foden's Band will be heading to Bolton next month for a concerts and a very special masterclass treat — free to under 16s!


Havey

4BR Shop: Heavy Bottom Caps for Besson Prestige cornets

November 14, 2019
The perfect little Christmas present for the player who wants to make an even bigger sound on their Prestige cornet in 2020...


Livestream

Sign up for Brass in Concert coverage

November 13, 2019
You can now make sure you don't miss out on the great brass band entertainment from the Brass in Concert Festival at Sage Gateshead.


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David Childs: The Symphonic Euphonium Vol II

November 13, 2019
The brilliant new CD from David Childs has been released — and you shouldn't miss out on enjoying it for yourself.


Concord

Report & Results: 2019 Danish National Championship

November 13, 2019
Concord Brass Band make it four wins in a row as they Psyche out rivals to claim Danish National title.


rOUS

One and the same? A trophy mystery solved?

November 12, 2019
Could the last winners of the World Brass Band Championships have been.... the England national football team?


Black Cat

4BR: Monday Quiz winner

November 12, 2019
Purrrrfect...You didn't need nine lives to work out the answer to our Monday quiz...


Yorkshire

Yorkshire Youth enjoy new term gathering

November 12, 2019
The members of the Yorkshire Youth Brass Band have got together one more to showcase their talents.


Signings

New signings at GUS

November 12, 2019
Two signings join the ranks at GUS Band.


Carol Jarvis

Jarvis spearheads Radio 4 Appeal

November 12, 2019
Professional trombonist Carol Jarvis has been heard on Radio 4 recently — helping to raise awareness of a charity close to her heart.


Hindmarsh

4BR Shop: Concert March — Le Tricot Rouge (Wilfred Heaton)

November 12, 2019
The music of the great Wilfred Heaton can now be purchased through the 4BR Shop


Fountain City

Report & Result: 2019 US Open Championship

November 12, 2019
Fountain City make it a US National & Open double as they claim the entertainment honours in Kansas City under the direction of Joseph Parisi.


David

4BR Shop: David Childs Symphonic Euphonium Vol II

November 11, 2019
The critically acclaimed new release from David Childs is now available from Bandmaster


podium

Report & Results: 2019 Holme Valley Solo & Ensemble

November 11, 2019
There was plenty of great music making on show at Hade Edge's bandroom on the weekend.


Llwydcoed

Llwydcoed changes as they look ahead to 2020

November 11, 2019
The Welsh League Champion has been announced a number of new arrivals, personnel changes and goodbyes.


Band Siupplies

4BR Shop: Protec L221 Cornet/Trumpet Leather Mouthpiece Pouch

November 11, 2019
The perfect protection for your cornet/trumpet mouthpieces


Radio

Radio: Sounds of Brass

November 11, 2019
Lots of great music from Phillip Hunt to enjoy over the airwaves.


Mike Lovatt

4BR Monday Quiz

November 11, 2019
A little brain teaser to get those musical grey cells back in order after the weekend...


Tabby

New Kerwin CD helps raise funds for Leeds Cancer Centre

November 09, 2019
A new CD by Rothwell Temperance Band featuring the music of the late Simon Kerwin will help raise funds for a wonderful charitable cause.


Steve Greenall

Greenall appointed to Music Industries Association board

November 09, 2019
The top man at Warwick Music Group will bring his innovative outlook to the board of a business sector that contributes £4.5 billion to the economy.


wELSH oPEN

Welsh Open looking for entrants

November 09, 2019
The popular seaside entertainment contest looks to offer bands a great way to kick start their 2020 season


bbe

BBE looks for contesting views and opinions...

November 08, 2019
Brass Bands England is looking for you to tell them about your views and opinions on the purpose and structure of contesting. So make sure you have your say...


Band Supplies

Make sure you bag a Black Friday deal well before the big day...

November 08, 2019
Band Supplies have some great Black Friday deals on Besson instruments — and they are available to you much earlier than anyone else...


west of England

Adjudicator line-up revealed for 2020 West of England Area

November 08, 2019
The team of adjudicators who will make the all important London and Cheltenham qualification decisions at Torquay next March have been announced.




4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


Ashley DIXON

Ashley's life affirming donation

September 2 • The Foden's baritone player Ashley Dixon has donated her life giving stem cells to help a father of two children.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


Martyn Evans

BEd (Hons) NABBC member
Conductor, Band Trainer, Teacher, Adjudicator


               

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