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Mike Lovatt

4BR Podcast Interview: Mike Lovatt

May 26, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with the trumpet star to find out more about his latest Brass Pack release inspired by the great Billy May.


Wychavon

Joint enterprise boost thanks to Foden's and Wychavon

May 26, 2025
A joint collaboration between the Wychavon Festival of Brass and Foden's Band has boosted the inspiration levels for young players.


Tcikets

Ticket dates for the diary

May 26, 2025
Make sure you don't miss out on all the important major brass band contests — from the British Open to the next Europeans.


Sgning

Diggle welcome New Zealander

May 26, 2025
There has been a warm musical welcome for horn player Emma McMorran as she makes a new home at Diggle.


radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

May 26, 2025
Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves.


EBBA

EBBA reports on musical and financial outlooks

May 26, 2025
At its recent Annual General Meeting, the European Brass Band Association reported on its past and current work, as well as its future financial outlook.


Rothwell Temperance

Result: 2025 French Open Championship

May 25, 2025
Rothwell Temperance claim the international honours in Amboise with section victories going to Amerfoort, Roosendaal, Brass Band De La Vienne and Brass Band En Seine.


British Open

Ticket demand pleases British Open organisers

May 24, 2025
There has already been an excellent take-up for tickets for the 2025 British Open in Birmingham in September.


Lito

Italian banding gains foundation boost

May 24, 2025
The work of Lito Fontana continues to help boost the growing foundation of Italian banding.


rOBOT

The rise of AI reaches the contest stage

May 24, 2025
The first AI Music Contest is being held as part of the leading electronic Kappa FuturFestival event.


Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale MD resignation

May 24, 2025
The Skelmersdale Band has acted immediately to end their association with conductor Ben Coulson.


Radio 3

Radio 3 boosts listener figures

May 24, 2025
The BBC's flagship classical music station has been adding to its listeners of late.


Friary Brass

Straker generations play together

May 24, 2025
Members of the Straker family all played their part in recent events with Friary Brass.


Fodens and chets

Foden's inspire next Chet's generation

May 24, 2025
A collaboration between Foden's Band and Chetham's School of Music in Manchester showcased brass band talent.


Tongwynlais

Senedd celebration for Tongwynlais ambassadors

May 24, 2025
Tongwynlais Temperance's part in a successful Welsh Government initiative to Japan will be celebrated closer to home next month.


Brass banding with Hannah Peel

Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel: Episode 5

May 24, 2025
The latest episode of the Radio 3 series is broadcast this Sunday.


Sheona White

Wantage to welcome White for packed day of music making

May 24, 2025
Sheona White will head to Wantage next month to lead a workshop and be the featured soloist.


kIRKBY sTEPHEN

24 hour musical challenge for Kirkby Stephen

May 24, 2025
Marches, solos and even a dawn chorus of birdsong will help Kirkby Stephen Silver Band raise funds to transform their HQ.


Episode 8

Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 8

May 24, 2025
The latest episode of the podcast with a North Walian musical accent is back.


4br review

4BR Review podcast: Episode 4

May 23, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas look back at the European Championships as well as chatting about plenty of other things — from the Spring Festival to Maurice Murphy...


Whit Friday

New method of calculating prize positions at Whit Friday

May 22, 2025
A median value methodology will be used to calculate the overall prize positions for this year's Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday Contests.


Symphony Hall

Europeans to be hosted in Birmingham in 2028

May 22, 2025
Brass Bands England confirm that the 2028 Europeans will not be in London, but in Birmingham


Flowers

Flowers lead musical variety in Gloucester

May 22, 2025
Paul Holland and members of the National Champions provide a great day of musical inspiration on their doorstep.


Signing

Diggle to enjoy Heavenly connection

May 22, 2025
Charlotte Heaven makes a welcome return to playing as she joins Diggle Band as principal cornet.


Grezzy and smith

Smith & Grezzy: Big Chat podcast — That's Entertainment?

May 22, 2025
More views and opinions from Sandy and Simon — this time on the entertainment game




Money

Did brass bands really receive £31 million?

March 19 • Arts Council England is reported to have paid out over £31 million to bands in the last three years, but the figures may not be all that they appear to be...


NYBBGB

Ticket demand high for NYBBGB Easter showcases

March 19 • If you want to hear the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in action this Easter the you had better be quick about getting a ticket...


Gala Theatre

Durham focus for North of England Area contenders

March 19 • 42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and York later in the year.


Stevanage

Bands get ready for London & SC Area challenges

March 19 • Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre will host 76 bands battling for National Finals qualification this weekend.


Regent Hall Concerts - Slide Effect Trombone Quartet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Welsh Guards Band Septet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Enderby Band - Around the World in 80 Minutes

Friday 20 March • Wycliffe Rooms, George St, Lutterworth LE17 4ED


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Longridge Band - Spring Concert

Saturday 21 March • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT


Tintwistle Band

March 18 • Tintwistle Band are looking for a 2nd euphonium and 2nd baritone player to help complete the team.. We rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle, and perform a variety of concerts all year round.


Tintwistle Band

March 18 • Tintwistle Band are looking for a Soprano and front row cornet players to help complete the team.. We rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle, and perform a variety of concerts all year round.


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 15 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a SOLO CORNET player (position negotiable). We rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.


Martin Heartfield

GGSM, ARCM, PGCE
Conductor, Adjudicator, Educationalist


               

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