News / 2021
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New musical chapter opens in Germany
May 06, 2021
The Blasmusikverein Carl Zeiss Jena e.V organisation will spearhead its future development under the new leadership of Norbert Goldhardt.
Brookwright Music launches new small ensemble composition competition
May 06, 2021
The critically acclaimed publisher launches a new competition to boost the repertoire for small brass ensembles.
4BR Wednesday Interview with Chris Walters of the Musicians' Union
May 05, 2021
4BR talks to the Musicians' Union to find out more about their response to the proposal to reduce higher education funding for music and other subjects in England by 50%.
Celebrating 130 years of Woolston Brass
May 05, 2021
The most famous and most successful band in New Zealand in celebrating its 130th anniversary this year.
MIA to discuss Model Music Curriculum
May 05, 2021
The Music Industries Association will be taking a closer look at the Department of Education's recently published Model Music Curriculum — and you can be a part of the discussion.
Fully Scored returns for double attraction
May 05, 2021
There are two new episodes of the popular 'Fully Scored' podcast to enjoy.
Memories of the Italian jobs...
May 05, 2021
Happy memories charge the determination of the Italian Brass Band to return to rehearsals.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Robbert Vos
May 04, 2021
4BR catches up with the Dutch euphonium star to find out more about his plans for the future.
Brush up your Lutheran studies...
May 04, 2021
The study scores for the British Open test-piece can be purchased on-line from the publisher.
Huge response SWBBA solo and quartet event
May 04, 2021
150 competitors from across the banding world have been out to impress adjudicator Steve Sykes — with the results to be announced later this month.
Report & Results: 2021 Mid Sussex Solo Contest
May 04, 2021
The 'return' of the Mid Sussex Brass Band solo contest brought plenty of excellent performances to enjoy for adjudicator Brett Baker.
Countdown to the Euros...
May 04, 2021
You can join Frank Renton and Helen Varley for a host of great European brass banding excellence this weekend.
4BR Emerging Player Profile: Luke Barker
May 04, 2021
4BR talks to the talented player who has just claimed the Geneva Heritage Cornet title by impressing Phillip McCann and Kirsty Abbotts.
Tuba mirum...
May 03, 2021
Reverend Canon Hilary Barber sounds the tuba amid the magnificent architecture of Halifax Minster...
Whitburn keen to keep connection with proud past
May 03, 2021
Whitburn has been looking forward of late — but is still keen to celebrate its proud past with some help.
YouTube coverage for North of England Areas
May 03, 2021
You can now enjoy performances from past and hopefully, future North of England Regional Championships ...
4BR Monday Interview with David Gordon-Shute
May 03, 2021
4BR talks to Onyx Brass founder member David Gordon-Shute about the ensemble's much anticipated new CD release — one inspired by emotive strands of personal and musical legacy.
Lower priority music provision faces 50% cut in Higher Education funding
May 03, 2021
The UK Government proposes a 50% cut in funding to music students in Higher Education in England.
Highest accolade for composer Errollyn Wallen CBE
May 03, 2021
Composer's outstanding contribution to musical life in the UK is marked by the 2020 Incorporated Society of Musicians Distinguished Musician Award.
Report & Results: Geneva Heritage Cornet Competition
May 01, 2021
Luke Barker of Flowers Band claims the Geneva Heritage Cornet first prize as some wonderfully talented youngsters will also benefit from masterclass tuition from Phillip McCann and Kirsty Abbots.
cooperation required for new solo contest
April 30, 2021
The Scottish champion will host its own solo on-line competition
Excellent line-up for Whitburn Virtual Festival
April 30, 2021
The Kapitol Cory and Fife Festival on-line champions inspire a great response from home grown talent for their own virtual event.
4BR Friday Interview with Brian Rankine
April 30, 2021
4BR catches up with the great Scottish cornet and trumpet player to look back in time over a remarkable 60 year musical career — and one that was marked at its start by a wonderful presentation.
4BR Wednesday Interview with Emma Barnett
April 28, 2021
4BR finds out more about an exciting two day Brass Academy being hosted by Opera North — one which will give a fantastic opportunity for young players to work with their brass stars.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Frode Rydland
April 27, 2021
4BR talks brass banding and soprano playing with one of the most successful players in Norwegian banding history after he has just celebrated a landmark birthday.
