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2011 4BR Awards — CD/DVD of the Year

Which recordings made you want to replace Adele on your ipod with a brass band recording during 2011?

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4barsrest awardsVery much like last season, 2011 was not a vintage year of brass band recordings – with many releases lacking inspiration and originality.

There were plenty of worthy productions, but at £15.00 a shot or more, you do get the feeling that CD and DVD prices for brass band recordings are now getting very high for what in many cases is by no means a premium product.

One DVD nomination once again showed the limitations of brass bands as a means of visual entertainment unless backed by other strands of general interest.  

Still, there were a few real gems - and these were our pick to consider.


SpainUnder the Spell of Spain
Superbrass
Superbrass Recordings: SBCD1
Total Playing Time: 71.02 mins


http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/cd_detail.asp?id=920

'Under the Spell of Spain' is the first recording of the 'Superbrass' group, gathered together by trombonist Roger Argente.This was premium playing by premium players.


PLCOnly for You – The Music of Paul Lovatt-Cooper Vol - 2
Black Dyke
Conductor: Dr. Nicholas Childs
Doyen Recordings: DOYCD284
Total Playing Time: Approx 70 mins
 

http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/cd_detail.asp?id=912

PLC does it again.

The second raft of completely infectious compositions that plug into the zeitgeist of the modern brass banding generation.


LegacyLegacy
The International Staff Band
Various conductors
SP&S Ltd: SPS 280 CD
Total playing time: 66.16


http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/cd_detail.asp?id=896

Legacy presents a collection of recordings made by the International Staff Band from 1904 to the present day 

A fitting reminder of the huge contribution made by the ISB to brass band music making in the last 120 years.


CrusaderCrusader – The Music of Dean Goffin
Reg Vardy Band
Conductor: John Ward
MCP Recordings: CDMCPS001
Total Playing Time: Approx 70 mins


http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/cd_detail.asp?id=911

Recorded in aid of the Clarence Adoo Trust, Reg Vardy play their part in an affectionate tribute to the music of Dean Goffin with a varied and fascinating programme. 

It provides the clear evidence of Goffin’s creative and technical mastery.


Patrons 4Patron’s Choice – Volume 4
Foden's Band
Conductor: Michael Fowles
Doyen Recordings: CD267
Total Playing Time: Approx 70 mins
 

http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/cd_detail.asp?id=892

The fourth in the series sees Foden’s in relaxed but impressive form under the baton of Michael Fowles.

Slick, polished and as good an example of how to produce an east listening, sell by numbers CD recording.


dvdDVD: European Brass Band Championships
Highlights of the 2011 European Championships recorded in Montreux Switzerland


http://www.4barsrest.com/shopping/dvds_detail.asp?id=1483

All the highlights of the 2011 Championship – from the great performances of some great and varied music, to the people who made it tick. All backed up with plenty of stunning backdrops. 

All that was missing was the whiff of money...

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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


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


James McLeod

BMus (hons)
Euphonium Soloist, Teacher and Conductor


               

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