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Nthaniel Dye

Interview with Nathaniel Dye

April 23, 2024
4BR catches up with the inspirational trombone playing marathon man to find out more about his achievement and what he plans next.


kEVIN sTEES

Interview with Kevin Stees

April 12, 2024
We talk to the MD of the newly crowned Champion Band of North America.


David Thornton

Interview with Dr David Thornton

February 04, 2024
Dr David Thornton reflects back on a highly successful RNCM International Brass Band Festival


Interview with James Gourlay and Emily Nicolas

February 03, 2024
4BR talks to conductor James Gourlay and presenter Emily Nicolas at the recent RNCM International Brass Band Festival.


Tredegar

Interview with Ian Porthouse and Matthias Hofs

January 31, 2024
4BR talks to Tredegar MD, Ian Porthouse and soloist Matthias Hofs at the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival.


rncm

Interview with Simone Rebello

January 31, 2024
4BR talks to Simone Rebello about the RNCM 'Day of Percussion' on Sunday 4th February.


Treize Etoiles

Interview with Brass Band Treize Etoiles

January 31, 2024
4BR talks to conductor Frederic Theodoloz, composer Oliver Waespi and members of the European and Swiss champions at the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival


RNCM

Interview with Dr David Thornton

January 23, 2024
4BR talks to Dr David Thornton, the Artistic Director of the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival which returns again this weekend with a mouth-watering line-up of world class talent to enjoy.


Michael Howley

A musical life: Interview with Corporal Michael Howley

January 16, 2024
Corporal Michael Howley talks about his musical life in the RAF Music Services


King Kong

King Kong is coming...

November 28, 2023
We speak with Philip Harper as Cory prepare to tackle King Kong in the heart of Birmingham this weekend.


Jamie Fletcher

Interview with Jamie Fletcher

October 16, 2023
4BR speaks to the award winning theatre director about the BBE 'Elevate' project that will see the Freckleton Band work with Jamie on a drag cabaret 'creative extravaganza'.


Parisi

Interview with Dr Joseph Parisi

October 13, 2023
We catch up with the MD of Fountain City Brass as they look forward to appearing at this year's Brass in Concert Championships in Gateshead.


Wallace

Interview with John Wallace CBE

September 29, 2023
We catch up with John Wallace CBE ahead of a cocnert performance in Edinburgh this weekend that sees him explore some of the earliest brass ensemble transcriptions.


BIC

Inspiring the next generation of brass players

September 28, 2023
The Aspire initiative led by the Brass Bands England Brass Foundations team looks to inspire the next generation of performers at this year's Brass in Concert Championship.


Russell Gray

Interview with Russell Gray

September 08, 2023
We catch up with the Scottish conductor as he seeks to claim his first British Open title and looks forward to becoming a 'Pops' star in Minneapolis.


Roger Webster

Interview with Roger Webster

August 24, 2023
We catch up with Roger Webster who will be paying his own musical tribute to the great James Shepherd later this year.


Verity Watts

Interview with Verity Watts

August 22, 2023
We speak to the acclaimed sound artist and audio producer Verity Watts who is working with Rothwell Temperance Band to create a unique performance production celebrating their colourful history.


Thoas Fountain

Interview with Thomas Fountain

August 13, 2023
We catch up with the newly appointed Principal Trumpet of the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra — the latest in a distinguished line of young brass band players making their mark in the professional ranks.


Cory

Interview with Philip Harper

July 22, 2023
We talk to Philip Harper about his latest concert project — and a new 3 year take on a classic tale of Charles Dickens.


Interview with Martyn Brabbins

May 07, 2023
4BR talks to Martyn Brabbins, Music Director of English National Opera at the European Youth Championships in Malmo.


Laganvale

Interview with the Laganvale (Metal Technology) Band

May 01, 2023
We speak with Fraser Ramsay of the Laganvale (Metal Technology) Band as they prepare for their appearance representing Northern Ireland at the European Championships in Malmo.


Allan Withington

Interview with Allan Withington

April 28, 2023
4BR talks to Allan Withington about his past, present and future musical intentions — from Stavanger and Manger to his conducting school in Leeuwarden and the forthcoming European Championships in Malmo.


Robbert Vos

Interview with Robbert Vos

April 22, 2023
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the Dutch euphonium star and driving force behind the successful Fontys AMPA Euphonium Competition.


Arthur

Celebrating the centenary of Arthur Butterworth

April 18, 2023
With the centenary of his birth in August, we speak to David Richards about the life and works of Arthur Butterworth and how he hopes the brass banding world can help restore his music music from neglect.


Mike Lovatt

Interview with Mike Lovatt

April 14, 2023
Mike Lovatt talks about the music makers behind Frank Sinatra — and how he hopes to bring a unique musical flavour to the Golden Era of his recording career.




nybbgb

57 new faces on the NYBBGB courses in 2025

December 6 • There will be host of new smiling faces ready to make music on the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain courses next year following their successful auditions.


London Brass

Brass Ensemble double treat at Regent Hall

December 5 • London Brass and the Neoteric Ensemble will be feature din concert in the heart of London on Saturday evening.


BrookWRIGHT

BrookWright Music: The Nutcracker Suite (Tchaikovsky arr. Keith Wilkinson)

December 5 • The perfect sound of the festive season ready to be performed in concert.


hAMLYN

Hamlyn Foundation to provide endowment to support Liverpool youth

December 5 • A multi million pound endowment will enable the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic to carry on its work inspiring young musicians in its region.


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Enderby Band - Broughton Astley Rock Choir

Friday 13 December • Thomas Estley Community College. 2 Station Road. Broughton Astley. Leicestershire LE9 6PT


Bedford Town Band - Bedford Town Band Brass Academy

Saturday 14 December • Putnoe Heights Church MK418EB


Newstead Brass - Christmas Showcase 2024

Saturday 14 December • St Wilfrid's Church, Church Street, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 8LA


Waltham St. Lawrence Silver Band

December 5 • Waltham St Lawrence Silver Band is looking for players! An inclusive non-contesting band, we welcome players at all levels. Vacancies for Solo & 2nd Cornet, 1st Horn, Euphonium, Bass Trombone and Percussion; instruments available.


Hathersage Band

December 5 • FRONT ROW CORNET - position negotiable. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving non-contesting community band. We enjoy making music and have a comprehensive gig schedule. Are you the right person to fill our only vacancy?


Enderby Band

December 4 • We are looking for a Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist to join us to complete our player line up. We are a friendly and social band and have a schedule of concerts/contests planed for 2025, with the aim of progressing further into the Championship Section.


James Garlick

BMus (Hons), QTS
Conductor, Band Trainer, Adjudicator, Tutor


               

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