News / 2021
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Foden's delighted by Whit Friday success and support
June 04, 2021
The Foden's online Whit Friday Championships certainly proved popular across the globe with competitors and viewers alike.
4BR Weekend Quiz
June 04, 2021
Its a mix of Europe's beautiful game and brilliant brass bands to win our weekend quiz...
Get your rejoicing in early...
June 04, 2021
Why not get an early taster of the British Open test-piece by buying your own study score of Edward Gregson's magnificent composition before the big day...
Besson Fridays at Home: Episode 22
June 04, 2021
Join Phil, Steve and Roger at 6.00pm tonight to find out more about all things Besson...
Joyful caution is the watchword
June 04, 2021
Bands are returning to rehearsal — mixing safety and caution with relief and joy
Countdown to NHS musical celebration
June 04, 2021
There is still time to sign up for the NHS, Social Care and Frontline Workers' Day.
Vulcan Brass claims Philip Jones Ensemble Prize
June 03, 2021
The RWCM&D Vulcan Quartet has won a Philip Jones Brass Ensemble prize
4BR Thursday Interview with Ian Porthouse
June 03, 2021
We catch up with the guest conductor of the 2021 Easter Course of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain before he embarks on the second of three days of live rehearsals with his players — this time in Malvern.
Joyful sounds as National Youth Band returns to the stage
June 03, 2021
There couldn't have been a more heartening sound to hear in the banding world this week than that of players from the National Youth Band of Great Britain back in live action
National recognition for young Brass Band BlechKLANG talent
June 03, 2021
Rising brass band stars Teresa Fischer and Johannes Stoll make a national impact with their playing.
Star tutor line-up confirmed for 2021 Brass Band Summer School
June 03, 2021
There is one heck of a tutor team lined up to inspire delegates at this year's Brass Band Summer School — led by the inimitable Richard Evans.
Lochgelly hope to raise the roof (nearly) with lottery boost
June 03, 2021
A successful Peoples Postcode lottery application sees Lochgelly Band awarded £20,000 to help keep the roof over their head in the years to come.
Queen's Award for Whit Friday volunteers
June 02, 2021
We talk to Bob Rodgers Chairman of the organisers of the Saddleworth & Oldham group of Whit Friday Band Contests as they are to be honoured with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.
Bolsover Summer School to host Q&A session
June 02, 2021
There is a great chance for people to find out more about what's in store at the forthcoming Bolsover Summer School.
Hybrid approach offers new direction for 2021 UniBrass Championships
June 02, 2021
An inventive approach ensures competition and participation is on offer by the organisers of the 2021 UniBrass Championships in Sheffield.
Youth to take lead in Scotland
June 02, 2021
A fantastic new initiative will see youngsters take the leadership roles in discussing topics and issues that directly affect them.
Exciting opportunity for internship with Brass for Africa
June 02, 2021
A new collaboration between Brass Bands England, the Royal Northern College of Music and Brass for Africa offers an exciting life changing role for the right person.
World Music Contest welcomes applications for 2022 event
June 02, 2021
Brass bands from across the globe are being invited to enter the 19th World Music Contest in Kerkrade.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Steven Mead
June 01, 2021
4BR catches up with the virtuoso Besson euph star/musical archeologist to talk about a long forgotten hour long video production from the 2006 National Championships of Great Britain that has seen the light day again.
Performances at the pit head
June 01, 2021
A new partnership between Brass Bands England and the National Mining Museum near Wakefield will give three bands a cracking performance opportunity this Summer.
Countdown to Mountbatten Festival of Music
June 01, 2021
You can enjoy the Bands of Her Majesty's Royal Marines at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend — and all from the comfort of your front room.
BrassFestUK to add Deep Harmony as final chord
June 01, 2021
The final lockdown project from BrassFestUK will be a recording of 'Deep Harmony' as a tribute to those lost and who have worked to keep up spirits over the last year and more.
Welsh bands offered free funding advice
June 01, 2021
Welsh bands will be able to gain invaluable funding advice for free with A new two-part workshop initiative from Bandiau Pres Cymru / Brass Bands Wales.
4BR May Bank Holiday quiz
May 31, 2021
Make the connections inspired by the great children's animator Oliver Postgate...
4BR Monday Interview with Michael Fowles
May 31, 2021
Looking back at the Foden's online Whit Friday online action with the judge who enjoyed listening to every performance from around the world.
