News / 2020
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Taking the lead with Philip Harper...
June 11, 2020
The latest Brass Bands England webinar session this evening will see the Cory MD reveal the secrets to leading a band through a great rehearsal.
Gray move to link with Stavanger
June 10, 2020
Russell Gray will be moving to Norway to work with National champion Stavanger and Allan Withington.
Whitburn welcome Lovatt for virtual celebration
June 10, 2020
The great lead trumpeter Mike Lovatt will be joining Whitburn for afar for an innovative approach to their 150th concert celebrations.
Porthouse Pointers No 4
June 10, 2020
Ian Porthouse enlists his son Harry to illustrate how to use vibrato correctly and incorrectly!
StAMP of inclusion in Scotland
June 10, 2020
A great musical initiative led by the Laidlaw Music Centre at the University of St Andrews will see world class tuition and learning given free of charge...
Solna takes first steps to full rehearsal return
June 10, 2020
After 9 weeks away from rehearsal the former Swedish National Champion has been able to take the first musical steps on their return to their bandroom.
Radio: IBB & Friends
June 10, 2020
It's the turn of Valaisia Brass Band MD Arsene Duc to speak a little Italian this week...
Report & Results: 2020 Foden's on-line Whit Friday
June 09, 2020
There was a fantastic worldwide response to the Foden's on-line Whit Friday competition with the British Army leading the way into friendly battle...
Burglars target John Packer Ltd
June 09, 2020
A number saxophones have been stolen from John Packer Ltd — so please be aware if any 'too good to be true' deals are offered to you..
Ivors respond to brass band composer award dismay
June 09, 2020
The Chairman of the 2020 Ivors Composer Awards has said they will listen to the brass band movement over its decision not to hold a Wind Band and Brass Band category this year.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
June 09, 2020
More great brass band music over the airwaves from Chris Helme.
BBE announces new partnership link for monthly prizes
June 08, 2020
Brass Bands England has linked up with Band Supplies, BrassPass.tv and British Bandsman to launch a free monthly competition with membership, prizes and goodies on offer...
Government urged to ease social distancing for musicians
June 08, 2020
The Musician's Union is urging the government to look at easing restrictions on performers as further research starts to appear across the world.
BAFTA nomination for Battle of the Brass Bands
June 08, 2020
The Whit Friday episode of the 2019 series Battle of the Brass Bands on Sky Arts has been nominated for a prestigious BAFTA Award.
Virtual All Stars showcased in the best of Times
June 08, 2020
A superb charity initiative created by composer Andrew Wainwright has been given a high profile nomination boost by 'The Times'.
Wantage solo competition heads to climax
June 07, 2020
The Wantage Silver Band organisation continues to keep a creative on-line presence — and there's still time to enter their Virtual Youth Solo Contest.
2020 Bolsover Festival continues to monitor COVID-19 measures
June 07, 2020
The organisers of the Bolsover Festival of Brass are keeping bands informed of their continued assessment of the Coronavirus pandemic — with a final decision to be made on the event on September 1st.
Sheppard's guidance untaps potential
June 07, 2020
Mike Sheppard's free 'CCC' project has untapped a stream of new composer talent that could benefit all levels of the banding movement.
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Interview with Bramwell Tovey
June 07, 2020
Bramwell Tovey talks to 4BR Editor Iwan Fox about life emerging from lockdown, the National Youth Band and other major issues
BBE launches Part 5 of contesting survey
June 06, 2020
Part 5 of the Brass Bands England contesting survey covers the National Championships.
Haverhill celebrates 200th birthday in virtual isolation
June 06, 2020
The 200th anniversary of Haverhill will be marked by musical celebrations very much of the present and possibly immediate future.
Any time, any place any where promised by Brass Band Summer School Course
June 06, 2020
Richard Evans will certainly be keeping delegates busy at any time they wish with the virtual music making on this year's Brass Band Summer School course.
Glimmer of Butlin's hope for 2021
June 05, 2020
Butlin's announce that they are looking at government proposals to see if they can open again in the not too distant future — although social distancing rules still pose huge challenges to live music weekends.
Bugle returns in a different dimension...
June 05, 2020
There may not be a contest this year but you will still be able to enjoy the music and atmosphere of the iconic Cornish event thanks to a special on-line broadcast.
Foden's ready to welcome the world to Whit Friday
June 04, 2020
The Foden's Band will host 79 bands from across the world for their virtual Whit Friday on-line competition — so sit back and enjoy a fantastic few hours of brass band music making...
