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Smiles all round...
There was a time — not so long ago in fact — when brass bands had plenty to smile about...
March 28, 2020
You'll Never Walk Alone...
Belgian champion Brass Band Willebroek pays a musical tribute to health and care workers all over the banding world...
March 28, 2020
Thornton's daily tips...
David Thornton is providing 4BR with some daily tips to help players with their playing during the enforced period of self distancing and home isolation.
March 28, 2020
Making sure practice is safe — the PLC way...
Paul Lovatt Cooper made sure the players of Roberts Bakery Band were safely kept in practice...
March 28, 2020
4BR Shop: Play it Safe sanitiser spray
A safe sanitiser from those clever bods that can be used on mouthpiece, leadpipes hands and hard surfaces.
March 28, 2020
Sam keeps students in-line on-line
Elland Silver Youth Band MD Sam Harrison is making sure her players and pupils are inspired to keep practising by virtual lessons.
March 28, 2020
Dutch Open closed...
The COVID-19 pandemic causes the Dutch Open Championships to be cancelled.
March 28, 2020
East Anglian BBA events cancelled
The popular EABBA Solo & Quartet contest and concert to be given by Leyland Band has fallen to the Coronavirus pandemic.
March 28, 2020
5 minute masterclass with Russell Gray
One of the best conductors in the banding world gives few tips on passive and active beating techniques...
March 27, 2020
4BR Shop: b# Instrument Soak
You can still get the opportunity to give your instrument a bit of tender loving care...
March 27, 2020
Brass Band Players Registry changes working arrangements
You can still make sure your registration details are up to date even though the BBP Registry has been hit by the Coronavirus pandemic.
March 27, 2020
London & Southern Counties announce Area outcomes
No new contest or representation at National Finals if they take place, as L&SC Regional Committee reveals decisions after contest cancellation.
March 26, 2020
4BR Quiz: Win something quiet...
Thanks to our friends at Band Supplies you can get your hands on a brilliant Yamaha Silent Brass cornet/trumpet mute if you can get the answer right to our little quiz...
March 26, 2020
Thornton's daily tips...
David Thornton is providing 4BR with some daily tips to help players with their playing during the enforced period of self distancing and home isolation.
March 26, 2020
Emergency package of funding launched by Arts Council England
Arts Council England announces package of help to theatres, galleries, museums and artists.
March 26, 2020
Foden's vow to keep reducing social isolation
The successful initiative that helps socially isolated people will restart — but only when the official all clear from the Coronavirus is given.
March 26, 2020
5 minute masterclass with Mike Lovatt
One of the world's leading trumpet stars gives a special 4BR masterclass — so why not get in touch with him for some extra tips too...
March 25, 2020
Kapitol issues preliminary statement after BBE Coronavirus Area alert
Kapitol Promotions Ltd takes first steps in response to Brass Bands England Coronavirus alert for West and North of England Championships.
March 25, 2020
Sign up for free for a session of spinal tap Harper magic
Brass Bands England to host a free spine tingling session with Philip Harper on Thursday night — so sign up now
March 25, 2020
4BR Shop: Denis Wick SM Baritone Travel practice mute
Baritone player of the world — keep calm, keep quiet and keep practising...
March 23, 2020
Cory goes viral — in the best possible way
The world's number 1 band has made a worldwide mark with their latest video performance — with a possible appearance on BBC One in the pipeline.
March 23, 2020
BrassPass UK Band of the Year contest postponed
The event due to take place in May has been postponed with organisers looking to secure a new date in the calendar.
March 23, 2020
The last post...horn
Hopefully this won't be the last opportunity to keep the lip in trim...
March 23, 2020
Wantage zooms in on new practice initiative
The innovative use of social media tools has enables Wantage Training Band to keep up their rehearsal schedule.
March 22, 2020
Eikanger commits support to professional conductors and instructors
Eikanger Bjorsvik Band will continue to support its financial obligations to conductors and instructors despite COVID-19 shutdown.
March 22, 2020
