News / 2007
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Clear winners from the box
October 22, 2007
The three men in the box had strong opinions on the weekend, but they all agreed on the results...
Sparke delighted at Battle ground
October 22, 2007
Composer Philip Sparke certainly ejoyed himself at the Albert Hall on the weekend.
Good news for some regions
October 22, 2007
There was good news for Yorkshire, the North West and Wales this year at the National Fnals.
Good times coming back?
October 22, 2007
More good news for the organisers after a welcome response to the 2007 event from the punters.
Lucky numbers
October 22, 2007
What did the numbers of the draw up add to this year — not a lot if you were drawn number 1 again...
International flavour at Nationals
October 22, 2007
There were all sorts of colourful going-ons at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend.
Draw announced for US Open
October 21, 2007
The draw and details announced for 5th US Open held in Arlington Heights, IL on November 10, 2007.
Results: 2007 Nationals
October 20, 2007
Full results of the 2007 National Campionships of Great Britain from the Royal Albert Hall, London.
Live: 2007 Nationals
October 20, 2007
Live coverage of the 2007 National championships of Great Britian from the Royal Albert Hall, London.
Brass with Class
October 19, 2007
Waratah Brass will be joining with the Newcastle University Choir on Sunday 28 October for an afternoon of fantastic choral music in the Great Hall of the University of Newcastle.
Sparkling treat for Nationals
October 19, 2007
Philip Sparke has produced a crackerjack test piece for the National Finals this year — although cornet and euph players may disagree!
Death of Tredegar stalwart
October 19, 2007
The death has been announced of Monty Prosser, the former bass trombone player with Tredegar Band.
Whistle while you work!
October 19, 2007
World Champion Whistler Dave Morris has just enjoyed himself in the sun — with a brass band for company!
Stanshawe reunion
October 19, 2007
There has been a great response to the Stanshawe reunion later this month.
Aussies and Kiwis in the Nationals
October 19, 2007
This weekend sees a number of New Zealand and Australian players and, in particular, an Australian musical director competing on the stage of the Albert Hall in London.
Nationals press coverage — 1900 style
October 18, 2007
If you thought 4BR sometimes waxes lyrical then just read this from the Daily Mail in 1900 about the first ever performance at the National Finals.
Cory set for Titchmarsh Show
October 18, 2007
British Open champions to appear on the Alan Titchmarsh Show this afternoon at 3.00pm.
English Nationals to feature Redhead
October 18, 2007
Robert Redhead has been commissioned to write the set work for the 2008 English Nationals.
King Cotton thanks
October 18, 2007
Ian Brownbill has spoken to 4BR to pass on his thanks to Ashotn under Lyne Band who were part of a great production.
Fodens accent on youth
October 18, 2007
The members of the Fodens Band have been putting an accent on youth development of late with a workshop with Stoke Youth Brass.
Great day for Murley
October 18, 2007
Murley end 20 year wait for National title after winning the recent North of Ireland Championships and can now pland for Stavanger.
Virtual sponsorship for Slaithwaite
October 18, 2007
The Slaithwaite Band has teamed up to gain some real Virtual sponsorship.
Neish set for Battle with Battle
October 18, 2007
Tuba star Les Neish will be playing the National test piece when Brass Band of Battle Creek premiere the work in the USA later this year.
CBSO help with Musical showcase
October 18, 2007
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra recently helped out young musicians in their area with a musical showcase event.
Brilliant response to reunion
October 18, 2007
The Clifton & Lightcliffe Band have had a great response to their reunion call for November.
