*
banner

New Boob job

A brand new Boobs & Brass CD is set to be launched this weekend.

Boobs
 

After the critically acclaimed solo CD released last year by John Lee, backed by the fabulous Boobs & Brass, 4BR has been informed that the girls are back with John again – and this time with a host of top class soloists for their second CD release.

More than Brass

Entitled, ‘More than Brass’ it features Mark Walters (flugel), Michelle Ibbotson (soprano), Alison Bonnar (euphonium), Carol Jarvis (trombone), John Lee (flugel) and the euphonium legend Trevor Groom, who join the band as they bid to raise even more money for the ongoing Breast Cancer Campaigns. This year the girls have chosen a project in Sheffield, headed by Professor Nicola Brown from Sheffield University.

Great tracks

‘More than Brass’ tracks include a host of easy listening items and some fantastic solo playing as you might expect from the stars who have given freely of their time to support a great cause.

And 4BR has just got their hands on copies which will be reviewed on
the site and up for sale before Christmas.

Buy direct

Alternatively, why not just support the campaign by getting a CD direct from the girls.

The CD is available now from Maggie at Boobs & Brass on 07833 663448www.boobsandbrass.com or Keith Farrington at Music House Productions on 01706 365167 www.musichouseproductions.co.uk

The CD itself will be officially launched at a concert at the Cutlers Hall in Sheffield on Sunday 11th December4BR

Official launch

The CD itself will be officially launched at a concert at the Cutlers Hall in Sheffield on Sunday 11th December, starting at 7.15 pm when the girls are the special guests of the City of Sheffield Band.

There are only a few tickets left, which can be obtained by contacting John Lee on 07831 199116 or 0114 2864421.

Become a supporter and help make our future secure.

4barsrest continues to be a proudly independent voice. There are no paywalls to overcome to be able to enjoy what we do to keep our journalism at the heart of the brass banding world. Support us with a one-off donation or subscribe from just £2.50 per month.

Support us    


Tourist

Could a tourist tax benefit brass bands?

October 31 • The Cultural Policy Unit and MPs back a tourist tax to support cultural attractions, creative districts and grassroots venues.


Isobel Daws

Daws focus to help musicians plan for a better playing future

October 31 • The critically acclaimed trombone soloist Isobel Daws has launched 'practice with focus' to help musicians develop their playing in a more effective way.


Hannah Peel

Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel

October 31 • The latest episode of the Radio 3 programme will be aired this Sunday.


Tredegar Band

New signings at Tredegar as 150th celebrations come closer

October 31 • Four new signings join the Welsh band as they look to celebrate 150 years of proud history.


Regent Hall Concerts - Amersham Band

Saturday 31 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The KNDS Fairey Band

Saturday 31 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 1 November • St. Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street SE10 9BJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Band of the RAF Regiment Brass Ensemble

Friday 20 November • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


West Yorkshire Police Band - Mid Yorkshire Breast Cancer Support

Saturday 28 November • Cluntergate Centre, Horbury WF4 5DA


Regent Brass

October 30 • Regent Brass (MD Alan Duguid) have a vacancy for Bass Trombone.. We are a friendly and progressive championship section band regularly promoting new music and actively pursues a varied performance schedule. .


Tintwistle Band

October 29 • We are looking for front row cornet players to help complete the team. We are a second section band and rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle. We perform a variety of concerts all year round.


Olney Brass

October 27 • We are a friendly and committed THIRD SECTION band looking for: - CORNETS (Front & Back Row) - SOLO HORN - Eb BASS Engagements and concerts in the Olney/Milton Keynes area. Rehearsals in Milton Keynes MK15 (5 mins from J14 of M1) on Tuesdays 7.45-9.45.


Sam Fisher

BA (Hons), PGCE, Dip.ABRSM
Conductor, Adjudicator (AoBBA), Composer/Arranger, Cornet & Flugelhorn Soloist


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd