Articles & features: 2012 / International

4BR Time Team - Brass Band Contests and the Law of the Land

10-Jun-2012

How a Dickensian inspired case between two bands and Section 4 of the 1889 Arbitration Act defined the way in which all brass band contests are run...

4BR Time Team - When Meltham ruled the world

28-Feb-2012

4BR has unearthed a remarkable account of Meltham Mills at the peak of their powers - and enjoying the fruits of their labour at their annual dinner - in 1877.

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Hucknall & Linby Brass - 3rd Section Midlands Champions, Butlins Runners Up, Leicester Open Champions, Bolsover Entertain...

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Greenfield Whit Friday Contest
Date: 24-May-2013
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Regent Hall Concerts Sam Rapley Jazz Ensemble
Date: 31-May-2013
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