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Elgar International Festival of Brass set for major features
There will be host of major compositions featured in a packed day of brass in Birmingham this weekend from elite ands and performers.
June 04, 2026
Conway ends his way at Diggle
Diggle Band wishes MD Sean Conway every happiness after he decides to call time on his four year tenure.
June 04, 2026
New Euph addition at Cory
Welsh champion adds to its euphonium section with latest signing.
June 04, 2026
BBCA Conducting semi-finalists confirmed
10 conductors will head to Halifax to work with Hammonds and Elland Silver Bands to try and win the BCCA Conducting Competition title.
June 04, 2026
Brass and steam...
Royal Oakeley Silver will be providing the musical accompaniment to a great weekend of steam in North Wales.
June 04, 2026
Dobcross Youth honour much loved former member
The memory of a stalwart former member will be maintained through music with cornet presentation.
June 04, 2026
Coleford set for second helping of brass
The Forest of Dean town will welcome 9 bands to perform throughout the day on Saturday 13th June — with a massed bands finale as well.
June 04, 2026
Bont celebrations for 80th anniversary
Pontardulais Band will celebrate its 80th anniversary by looking back on its proud history as well as forward to an exciting future.
June 04, 2026
Give you mouthpiece a Summer makeover with Doodles
If you are taking a Summer break then why not take the opportunity to come back to a mouthpiece that looks as good as you...
June 04, 2026
Radio: Touch of Brass
Lots more great music to enjoy with march flavour in June from presenters Martin and Julie.
June 04, 2026
New six pack from Presto
Six new and old releases with a connection to the brass band world to enjoy through Presto Music.
June 03, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 Tameside Whit Friday
Foden's retain their Whit Friday title with a Presidential flourish in Tameside.
June 02, 2026
Scottish banding battles for success
A recent article in one of Scotland's leading newspapers has highlighted both the successes and challenges faced by its banding organisations.
June 01, 2026
Death of David Banwell
The death has been announced of David Banwell, the widely respected former player, conductor and member of the 4BR team.
June 01, 2026
Whitsuntide celebration on Radio 4
The celebration of Whitsuntide in Saddleworth has been marked on Radio 4 — accompanied by brass band music
May 31, 2026
Report & Results: 2026 Saddleworth & Oldham District Whit Friday
The official results from each venue have now been announced with confirmation that Brighouse & Rastrick are crowned champions as Milnrow take local honours and Tewit Silver Youth take the youth prize.
May 31, 2026
New band formed after Festival Brass spilt
Antwerp Brass has been formed after a major split from former Belgian champion Festival Brass after their European Championship appearance in Linz — led by Guy Audenaert and Harmen Vanhoorne.
May 30, 2026
Conductors enjoy Gray and Black inspiration
Russell Gray and Stuart Black take the lead on the Scotsman's latest conducting course.
May 30, 2026
Clark completes musical journey at Whitburn
Young tenor horn star Tyler Clark is the latest success story of the Whitburn Player Pathway Programme.
May 30, 2026
Glew secures top seat at Freckleton
One of the North West banding's emerging talents has been appointed principal cornet at Freckleton Band.
May 30, 2026
Fancy a cruise with a difference?
You can book early for the 2027 Brass Cruise — and you can bring your instrument too.
May 30, 2026
Double top for Williams at Urdd
Conductor Dylan Williams led Ysgol Bontnewydd and Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen to repeat success at the Urdd Eisteddfod in Anglesey.
May 30, 2026
Whit Friday results
The official results will be published on 4BR as soon as they are officially released by the organisers, as bands are requested to show respect and patience to contest providers.
May 30, 2026
New generation starts to shine for NYBBGB
A trio of workshops inspires the next generation of players looking to enjoy the musical experience of being part of the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
May 29, 2026
Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 20
The Brighouse duo give their thoughts and opinions on Whit Friday and Saddleworth versus Tameside, as well as looking back on their recent travels far and wide.
May 29, 2026
