News / 2007
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Fodens enjoy annual Armagh trip
February 23, 2007
The Fodens (Richardson) had a great time in Armagh during the first weekend of February on what is now an annual visit.
Wessex launches www
February 23, 2007
The Wessex Band Summer School is delighted to announce its new website, in preparation for this years influx of entries for the 2007 course
Maestro leads conducting course
February 23, 2007
Richard Evans, one of the movement's most popular conductors is to lead a Conductor's course this August.
Win tickets to see the Wizard of Oz?
February 23, 2007
Fancy a night out out in London with James Morrison? Black Dyke are offering the chance to win 2 VIP tickets and a night in a top London hotel. Enter today...
Rhythmic Renaissance for Danford
February 23, 2007
Dave Danford, BAYV's talented percussionist is set to launch his Solo CD, Rhythmic Renaissance.
Crewe united in Derby
February 23, 2007
The United Co-op Crewe band was a united and happy band after taking victory in the First Section at the NEMBBA Contest in Derby last weekend.
Sky's the limit for Meechan
February 23, 2007
Black Dyke's Composer-in-Residence, Peter Meechan is a busy man at the moment writing new commissions and attending performances of his many waorks.
Besses and Wire team up
February 23, 2007
The Besses 'o'th Barn Band and Bactiguard Wire Brass are to team up for joint concert in Warrington on Friday 2nd March.
Kerwins head home
February 23, 2007
After nearly three years in New Zealand, Simon and Alexandra Kerwin will be heading back home to England where they will settle with their two children Cecelia (8) and Aaron (5).
Foster for Canterbury
February 23, 2007
Canterbury Foundation Brass is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Foster as Musical Director of the band.
Regionals 2007: What, where and when
February 22, 2007
If you want to plan your first three weekends in March and attend the Regional contests across the UK, 4BR has the list of what is happening when and where and who is involved from the bands to the judges.
BAYV reverts back to Cory
February 22, 2007
The Buy as You View Band has announced that as of 31st March 2007 it will revert back to it's heritage and be known as The Cory Band.
Brighouse offer Isaiah 40 preview
February 22, 2007
Brighouse and Rastrick is inviting people to attend it's rehearsal's on 28th February and 1st March to hear Isaiah 40.
Results: Brass Band League NI Solo and Quartet
February 22, 2007
The results from Brass Band League (NI) Annual Solo and Quartet Championships held on Saturday 17th February.
Gothenburg launches CD
February 22, 2007
The Swedish Band, Gothenburg has just launched a CD and it's preparations for the visit to the Europeans in May are up and running.
Co-op gives out awards
February 22, 2007
The Yorkshire Co-op Band has recently been handing out the awards.
Bursaries announced in honour of stalwarts
February 22, 2007
Two bursarsies have been awarded by Janet Blackford of SCABA in memory of her parents.
St Gennys Silver celebrates 100 years
February 22, 2007
St Gennys Silver Band in Cornwall is celebrating 100 years on Sunday 4th March.
RSAMD Brass Day 2007
February 22, 2007
The Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama has announced to 4BR that it is getting set to play host to its first Brass Band Day on Sunday, April 22nd, 2007.
Barclays puts brass in at Audley
February 22, 2007
The Audley Band is delighted to announce that Barclays Bank's Community Investment programme has donated £2,000 towards the building of a new bandroom.
Yeovil set for more entertainment
February 22, 2007
The organisers of the Yeovil Entertainment Contest has informed 4BR that it's looking to set up another entertainment contest in 2008 for First and Second Section bands.
Stanley Newmarket in mourning
February 22, 2007
The Stanley Newmarket Band has informed 4BR of the death of its President, Mr Bertram Clayton.
Bush Bash Crash
February 22, 2007
It is regret that it was necessary to cancel The Brass Bandy’s Bush Bash for 24 February 2007 which was to be held in Laidley, South East Queensland.
Cornet theft in Salford
February 21, 2007
If you come across a cornet in the near future, check it out to discover its the one stolen from a car in Salford on Wednesday 21st February.
Results: 2007 NEMBBA Contest
February 21, 2007
Success for United-Co-operative Crewe, Kippax, Leicester Co-op and Whitwell are the annual North East Midlands Brass Band Association Contest held at Rolls Royce in Derby on Sunday.
