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Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 02, 2025
Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


Siusa

Jena pride at Sousa inclusion

April 19, 2025
Jose Sousa will become the fifth young player from the Jena Brass Band Centre in Germany to represent the nation as part of the European Youth Brass Band.


Blechklang

Youthful inspiration strengthened in Jena

March 20, 2025
Young musicians enjoyed a weekend of intensive musical leadership and inspiration led by Andrea Hobson and Monika Mohal.


BlechKLANG

BlechKLANG festive spirit reached worldwide

December 14, 2024
A broadcast link ensures that the festive music making form Jena reaches all parts of the globe.


BlechKlang

BlechKLANG looks to break down banding borders

November 08, 2024
Brass Band BlechKLANG inspires future brass band musicians close to the eastern border of Germany


Blechklang

Summer Camp success in Saxony

August 08, 2024
An international team of tutors lead the inspirational music making on the 5th International Summer Brass Band Camp in Germany.


BlachKLANG

Happy BlechKLANG Christmas

December 04, 2023
You can enjoy a festive concert from Germany beamed into your home later this month.


German banding continues to build on sound foundations

October 28, 2023
Delegates at the 7th Jena Brass Seminar explored the benefits of 'good sound' led by international euph and tuba stars Bente Illevold and Dr. David Earll.


Blachklang

Youth boost to latest International Summer Brass Band Camp in Germany

September 22, 2023
30 children took part in the latest ISBBC Summer Camp in Germany as the brass band movement continues to sow the musical seeds for the future.


Andrea Hobson

Hobson's choice at Orchesterschule KLANGwelt

July 10, 2023
Andrea Hobson has become the new Head of Brass at Orchesterschule KLANGwelt in Jena, Germany.


BlechKlang

Dutch link boosts German outlook

June 07, 2023
A cross border musical partnership between Dutch and German musical brass band organisations has been a great success.


Alex

Digital upgrade enhances Jena reach

April 19, 2023
A generous sponsorship link with the State Ministry for Culture & Media has enabled the Jena Competence Centre for Brass Band to significantly upgrade its musical outreach work.


Blecjhklang

Something for everyone in Schneeberg

March 23, 2023
There is plenty on offer for players of all ages and abilities at the forthcoming International Summer Brass Band Camp in Germany.


Blechklang

Young players ready to bloom in Germany

February 06, 2023
A holistic approach to brass band teaching is having great results in Germany.


Blechklang

Brass Christmas returns in Jena

December 18, 2022
Prof Chirs Houlding leads Brass Band BlechKLANG as they return for their traditional Christmas tour.


Course

Summer Camp return in Germany

September 03, 2022
Around 50 performers have just enjoyed the return of the Blasmusikverein Carl Zeiss Jena e.V. brass band association Summer Camp.


bLACHKLANG

50th anniversary celebrations in Jena

June 01, 2022
The Blasmusikverein Carl Zeiss Jena e.V. organisation has celebrated 50 years of brass music making in Germany


Blech

New entertainment boost for leading German organisation

April 22, 2022
A brass band with a remit to entertain has been added to the growing Blasmusikverein Carl Zeiss Jena e.V. organisation.


Blarchklang

Youth back on track at Brass Band BlechKLANG

February 14, 2022
Youngsters from the Jugend Brass Band BlechKLANG and the Junior Brass Band KLANGwelt have finally been able to enjoy getting back together.


festive treat

Ancient festive treat brought online

December 04, 2021
Jena Brass Band BlechKLANG will be performing their 'Tales from Ancient Times' Christmas Concert on line this year.


Nick Prince

Prince to use experience in Germany

September 24, 2021
Trombonist Nick Prince will strengthen his musical links to help the development of German brass players.


Houlding and Varley

Houlding and Varley inspire on Jena Summer camp

September 08, 2021
Two leading British musicians help inspire brass talent in Germany.


Monatery

In a German monastery garden...

June 24, 2021
The sound of music was heard in a local monastery garden recently with a great day long course that featured wonderful music — although not too quietly played...


Blechklang

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.


Blechklang

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.




4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


Ashley DIXON

Ashley's life affirming donation

September 2 • The Foden's baritone player Ashley Dixon has donated her life giving stem cells to help a father of two children.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


John Ward


Conductor, Adjudicator


               

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