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Dalmellington Band

Dalmellington delight at Paulin donation

A trove of music has been donated to the Dalmellington Band by one of its most famous brass banding sons.

June 02, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves — with a touch of Whit Friday this week too.

June 02, 2025


nybbgb

NYBBGB Tidworth Concert now on YouTube

The impressive concert given by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and featuring Isobel Daws can now by enjoyed time and time again.

May 30, 2025


mUSIC

Pressure pays off as music still on offer at Cardiff University

Music degrees will still be on offer at Cardiff University although under new plans to revise entry targets and content.

May 28, 2025


John Wallace

Wallace honoured by International Trumpet Guild

John Wallace CBE follows in the musical footsteps of Maurice Andre, Philip Jones, Miles Davis and Maurice Murphy with his latest accolade.

May 28, 2025


BBE Seaside

Oh we do like to play beside the seaside...

BBE launches its 'Brass at the Seaside' initiative to help bands reach out to new audiences.

May 28, 2025


Blechklang

Communal approach works well in Jena

A dynamic approach to inclusive training is continuing to pay rich dividends in Germany.

May 28, 2025


Mark Carter

Death of Mark Carter

The death has been announced of Mark Carter, the respected proprietor of the Mr Tuba business in South Wales.

May 27, 2025


Mike Lovatt

4BR Podcast Interview: Mike Lovatt

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.

May 26, 2025


Wychavon

Joint enterprise boost thanks to Foden's and Wychavon

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

May 26, 2025


Tcikets

Ticket dates for the diary

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

May 26, 2025


Sgning

Diggle welcome New Zealander

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

May 26, 2025


radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves.

May 26, 2025


EBBA

EBBA reports on musical and financial outlooks

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.

May 26, 2025


Rothwell Temperance

Result: 2025 French Open Championship

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.

May 25, 2025


British Open

Ticket demand pleases British Open organisers

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

May 24, 2025


Lito

Italian banding gains foundation boost

The work of Lito Fontana continues to help boost the growing foundation of Italian banding.

May 24, 2025


rOBOT

The rise of AI reaches the contest stage

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

May 24, 2025


Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale MD resignation

The Skelmersdale Band has acted immediately to end their association with conductor Ben Coulson.

May 24, 2025


Radio 3

Radio 3 boosts listener figures

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

May 24, 2025


Friary Brass

Straker generations play together

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

May 24, 2025


Fodens and chets

Foden's inspire next Chet's generation

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

May 24, 2025


Tongwynlais

Senedd celebration for Tongwynlais ambassadors

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

May 24, 2025


Brass banding with Hannah Peel

Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel: Episode 5

The latest episode of the Radio 3 series is broadcast this Sunday.

May 24, 2025


Sheona White

Wantage to welcome White for packed day of music making

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

May 24, 2025


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Tameside

Results: 2025 Tameside Whit Friday

June 14 • The results of the contest will be published here as soon as we get them directly from the contest organisers.


whit Friday

Results: 2025 Saddleworth & Oldham District Whit Friday

June 14 • The results of the various contests will be published here when they are received from the organisers of the event.


Whit Friday

Tameside ready for Whit Friday contest day

June 13 • Tameside is ready to welcome the bands and supporters at each of its 11 venues this year.


Whit Friday

Saddleworth Whit Friday Contests

June 13 • There is plenty of competitive music making to enjoy at the 11 Saddleworth & Oldham District Whit Friday venues this year.


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


West Wycombe Brass Band

June 11 • We are looking for players. Flugel and Horns. Positions negotiable . Non contesting, easy going, friendly band. Sensible engagement list. Some instruments available. Playing or returning, come along and see for yourself.


Rushden Town Band

June 8 • 2nd Trombone - come and join our amazing trombone section in Rushden Town Band. A varied engagement schedule as well as a tour every other year.


Rushden Town Band

June 8 • B flat bass position for this fun-loving, 1st Section East Midlands band. Varied engagement schedule including a tour every other year.


James Garlick

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


               

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