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There is plenty to enjoy on 4BR this January...

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There is plenty to enjoy on 4BR in the New Year – from great articles and features to pithy CD reviews, acerbic comments and lots and lots of news…

News & comments

So if you want to find out the latest breaking news across the banding globe, go to:
http://www.4barsrest.com/news/

And the latest comments and views on the news and other topics can be found at:
http://www.4barsrest.com/comments/115.asp

Reviews

There are a great batch of new reviews to, including some pointed opinions on the latest releases from Black Dyke and the ISB, the National Finals, Sellers Youth and Mnozil Brass.

Read what 4BR thinks of them all at:
http://www.4barsrest.com/reviews/default.asp?type=2

Features

There are also some great features to, with Iwan Fox looking back at a contest ahead of its time – the WD & HO Wills contests of the early 1970s.
http://www.4barsrest.com/articles/2010/1092.asp

Meanwhile, the latest gizmos & gadgets are reviewed at:
http://www.4barsrest.com/articles/2010/1093.asp

Forthcoming events

Big forthcoming events are previewed to, with Paul Hindmarsh giving his ‘Director’s Cut’ opinions on what is in store at the RNCM Festival of Brass later this month:
http://www.4barsrest.com/articles/2010/1094.asp

More to come:

More X Factor wannabes will be thrust into the spotlight when we look at 10 composers who may enjoy a big year in 2010, whilst we have a preview of the Butlins Mineworkers Contest at Skegness and the first overseas major of the year in Norway.

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Cory

Wobplay boost from National coverage

October 12 • The recording quality of the performances from York and London also proved to be a winner for World of Brass as well as Cory, Marsden Silver, Harborough, Allerton brass and Wardle Community...


BritishMusicService

Palladium science makes mouthpiece breakthrough

October 12 • The use of palladium as part of the replating process has made benefits for performers.


Anne

Crookston gives judgement insight to Peel

October 12 • Anne Crookston was the guest on the latest 'Brass Banding with Hannah Peel' Radio 3 show.


St Ronan

Youth bands set for Innerleithen

October 12 • Eight youth bands are getting ready to perform at the 13th Innerleithen Youth Brass Band contest.


Regent Hall Concerts - Trafalgar Brass

Thursday 15 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Queentet

Friday 16 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Funny Bones Symphonic Brass

Friday 16 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Fulham Brass Band

Friday 16 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band -

Friday 16 October • Playhouse 2 . 2 Newtown street. Shaw. Oldham OL2 8NX


Lostock Hall Brass Band

October 13 • Could you be our next PRINCIPAL CORNET player? and the final piece of our jigsaw!. We are PROMOTED TO THE 1st SECTION in January 2027 as North West 2nd Section Champions of 2026. We are a friendly bunch, have a great mix of ages and sensible mix of jobs


St Michael's Band

October 13 • St Michael’s Band Middleton is a community based non-contesting band looking for players in all sections but particularly cornets front and back row. You’d be very welcome if you are returning to playing or indeed need band experience as a new player


Chinnor Silver

October 12 • We are looking for an ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL CORNET to join and enhance our top line.. We are a 1st Section band with a good mix of concerts and contests planned,including a trip to Belgium next year.. Rehearsals are on a Wednesday in our own bandroom


David Frame


Bass/Tenor Trombone Player, Adjudicator (Member of AoBBA) Occasional Conductor


               

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