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Essential listening with Ian Bousfield
March 17, 2021
The latest Ian Bousfield Experience asks all the big questions once again...
Date changes for East Anglian 90th anniversary celebrations
March 17, 2021
There have been date changes to some of the East Anglian Brass Band Association's 90th anniversary celebration events this year.
4BR Wednesday Interview with Edward Gregson
March 17, 2021
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the composer following the news of the forthcoming release of his latest CD.
Nominations open for the 2021 Brass Bands England Awards
March 16, 2021
We speak to BBE's Rosie Banham after the organisation releases details of its 2021 Awards and how to nominate those you think deserve recognition.
Pick your European Champions
March 16, 2021
EBBA teams up with World of Brass in May to showcase a weekend of European highlights — including the opportunity to vote for your favourite test-piece and own-choice performance since 2003.
New Zealand reprises test-pieces for 2021 Nationals
March 16, 2021
Works by Edward Gregson, Fendall Hill, David Woodcock and Fraser Bremner will test bands as they return to the oldest National Championships in the world in Christchurch in July.
Report & Results: 2021 SBBA Scottish Solo & Ensemble Festival
March 16, 2021
A host of wonderful performances saw Scottish banding showcase the depth and quality of the nation's talent.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Helen Robinson
March 16, 2021
We find out how the pupils of the Fred Longworth High School Brass Band joined an exclusive crooner list of world famous pop stars to perform with a certain Gary Barlow of Take That fame...
Orchestral Awards recognise incredibly challenging year
March 15, 2021
Association of British Orchestras awards made against backdrop of exceptional challenges for musicians.
4BR Monday Interview with Viggo Bjorge
March 15, 2021
The highly respected Eikanger Bjorsvik Band Manager talks about youth, business and political influence in Norway...
Reserves bench only for Bolsover
March 15, 2021
Such has been the demand for booking a entry spot at the Bolsover Festival of Brass contest that a reserve waiting list is now in place.
Put a spring into your listening step...
March 15, 2021
Wobplay has come up with some great new release collections to help spring bloom...
Mode for... signs up future talent
March 14, 2021
Joe Heartfield and Nadia James become 'Young Artists in Association' as Mode for... continues to identify and invest in youth.
Cory apologise for judge's comments
March 13, 2021
The Cory Band has issued an unreserved apology for comments made by one of the adjudicators taking part in their online championships.
Brass is back at Birkwood!
March 12, 2021
Excited children around the country are returning to school — and pupils at Birkwood Primary School are thrilled more than most as they also get to play their brass instruments once again with friends.
BrassFest gains new composition
March 12, 2021
Composer Georgia French will write a new work for the next BrassFest project.
Culture Recovery Fund investigated
March 12, 2021
The National Audit Office has published its report into the distribution, oversight and governance of the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund.
Besson Fridays at Home: Episode 16
March 12, 2021
The Besson trio of Philip, Roger and Steve are joined by the Cory Band tuba quartet team of Simon Howell, Kate James, Rob Nicholson and Tim Evans.
4BR Friday Interview with Kenny Crookston
March 12, 2021
4BR talks to Brass Bands England CEO, Kenny Crookston about his views on the cautious optimism being felt about a return to banding — and what the future holds.
Interview with Steven Mead
March 11, 2021
4BR speaks to Steven Mead following the announcement that he will be the recipient of the 2021 Mortimer Medal.
Interview with Liz Lane
March 11, 2021
4BR catches up with composer Liz Lane to find out more about her appointment as Composer in Association with Grimethorpe Colliery Band and her latest 'Bluebird' project.
Jones calls time on banding lead
March 11, 2021
Mike Jones has been forced to call time on a fine brass banding career as hearing troubles lead to final chord as a player.
BBE looking for more opinions and viewpoints
March 11, 2021
Brass Bands England wants to find out more about what you think about the way ahead...
4BR Thursday Interview with Steve Greenall
March 11, 2021
4BR talks Covid-19, Brexit and retailing with Steve Greenall, Chair of the Music Industries Association.
