*
banner

4BR Quiz: National identity

All you have to do is tell us where this famous Nationals venue is to win a trio of great brass band CDs.

cONCERT HALL
 

We have another little brain tickler for the weekend if you want to get your hands on some great brass band CDs.

The Question:

All you have to do is tell us which famous 'Nationals' contest venue is this?

a) Greighallen in Bergen
b) The Centaur in Cheltenham
c) Albert Hall in London

Answers:

E-mail us the answer before midday on Monday 17th August with your contact telephone details at: quiz@4barsrest.com

All you have to do is tell us which famous 'Nationals' contest venue is this?4BR

Last winner:

The winner of the 'Open Fusion' quiz and the proud owner of a Fusion Premium Cornet gig bag — worth £192.95 was Philip McAuley — a former playing member of Besses o' th' Barn, Kennedy Swinton, Middleton and Blackburn & Darwen Bands over the last 40 years, who is still keeping his lip in on cornet by passing on all his years of experience with the 2nd Rossendale Scouts Band.

Fusion

He knew it was Howard Blake who wrote 'Fusions' — not Blake Carrington or Blake Edwards (who happened to be the fictitious husband of Joan Collins in 'Dynasty' and the Pink Panther film director respectively).

"I remember the piece well,"he told 4BR. "It did cause quite a bit of a stir when it was picked, especially as it was tagged onto 'An Epic Symphony' but it wasn't anything too contemporary or way out. It would be good to hear it again."

You never know Phil...

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    


Yorkshire

Yorkshire's Next Generation shines on tuition day

February 24 • The next generation of Yorkshire playing talent was on show under the direction of Richard Marshall.


NYBBBelgium

Spectrum of young talent shines again in Belgium

February 24 • The National Youth Brass Band of Belgium and it even younger sibling continues to be inspired for the future.


Robin Stevens

Death of Robin Stevens

February 24 • The death has been announced of the composer Robin Stevens


podcast

Latest 4BR Review podcast

February 23 • The latest live 4BR Review podcast will be aired on Wednesday 25th February at 7.00pm — so why not bookmark it and join us with your views as we preview of the 2026 Regional Championships and more...


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

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


Regent Hall Concerts - London Central Fellowship Band

Saturday 7 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 10 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

February 23 • Our COMMUNITY BAND are meeting on MONDAY 2nd at 11am in our bandroom.. Join us for a relaxed friendly blow with coffee and cake as an added bonus.. Playing with us wont impact your No1 band so come along for a blow.


St Albans Brass Band

February 19 • TUNED PERCUSSION PLAYER Wanted. St Albans Band. Rehearsals Wednesdays 8 to 10pm. Varied programme of concerts, gigs and civic events throughout the year. Friendly, welcoming brass band. Experienced players and returners welcome. www.stalbansband.co.uk


St Albans Brass Band

February 19 • Bb BASS PLAYER Wanted. St Albans Band. Rehearsals Wednesdays 8 to 10pm. Varied programme of concerts, gigs and civic events throughout the year. Friendly, welcoming brass band. Experienced players and returners welcome. www.stalbansband.co.uk


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd