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Camborne

Camborne gain millions success

November 27, 2008
Camborne win over £58,000 in Lottery success — although this prize doesn't get them to the top of the 4BR Money List..


AYB Band

It's as easy as AYB in Ashton

November 27, 2008
A new youth band called A-Y-B has been set up in Ashton — and everyone is welcome.


Danford

Judge and jury for Danford

November 27, 2008
Percussion star Dave Danford set for single appearance with top DJ Judge Jules.


Happy days at Burbage

November 27, 2008
Burbage Silver are enjoying some happy contesting days it seems.


Rhondda Band bucks the trend!

November 27, 2008
With bands in South Wales feeling the player pinch as well as the credit crunch, Lewis Merthyr Band are bucking the trend.


Robin Ford, Darebin President, and Danny Dielkens

Dielkens takes on Darebin

November 26, 2008
Darebin City Brass – Preston Band announce the appointment of Mr Danny Dielkens as their Musical Director.


Victorian Band League

VBL Showcase 2008

November 24, 2008
The Victorian Bands' League will hold its annual presentation event this coming weekend.


Besson

Advert: Besson congratulate Van Looy

November 24, 2008
Besson congratulates 2008 British Open Solo Champion Glenn Van Looy — helped by playing the Besson Prestige Euphonium of course!


Higgins hoping for big break

November 24, 2008
Gavin Higgins' 'Forest Symphony' set for Radio 3 broadcast and possible British Composer Award.


Fodens

New resident at Fodens

November 24, 2008
British Open champion announces a new resident combination with 4BR's top photographer.


Porthouse

IP Brass enjoy London return

November 24, 2008
Ian Porthouse and his IP Brass have just enjoyed a London return.


Bolsover Brass in Concert

November 24, 2008
Bolsover Council announce plans to raise banding profile in their area.


Smithills

Smithills miss out on ‘Perfect’ year

November 24, 2008
Smithills may have missed out on a clean sweep of 2008 titles, but MD Chris Wormald still believes its has been an exceptional year.


Phoenix

Results: West Midlands BBA Contest

November 24, 2008
Phoenix take the top honours at Leamington Spa, with wins for Stourport on Severn, Matlock and Amington


Camborne

Camborne open for the Open

November 24, 2008
Cornish challengers open their doors ahead of their Scottish Open assault.


New top girl at Skelmersdale

November 24, 2008
Debbie Williams is the new top woman at the Skelmersdale Band.


Alverley Village logo

No place like home for Alveley

November 24, 2008
There is no place like home for the Alveley Band in Shropshire.


Death of Gwynne Price

November 24, 2008
The death of Gwynne Price has been announced.


Roberts

Easington change for Scottish Open

November 24, 2008
John Roberts will lead the Easington Colliery Band at the Scottish Open this weekend.


Phoenix from the Flames...

November 24, 2008
The Bathgate Band returns to contesting ways at the Scottish Open after a period in the doldrums.


Michelmersh

Michelmersh magic at Torquay

November 24, 2008
Melvin White weaved his magic wand for Michelmersh at the recent SWBBA Contest at Torquay.


Oldroyd

North Skelton return to winning roots

November 24, 2008
Tim Oldroyd and the North Skelton Band has returned to winning ways after its change of name.


Tilbury

Results: Tilbury Solo & Duet Contest

November 24, 2008
A fine turn out of players recently took to the stage for the Tilbury Solo & Duet Contest.


Hartley jams for Audley

November 24, 2008
Colin Hartley is the new man in the middle for Audley Brass.


The death of Brad Wilkie

November 23, 2008
The death of Brad Wilkie has been announced.




British Open judges

Adjudication panel announced for British Open Championship

June 23 • Another move to the future for the British Open as Stephen Roberts, Anne Crookston and David Hirst are confirmed as the judges for the 171st Championship event at Symphony Hall in September.


Liberty Brass Band

Report & Result: 2025 Mountain Brass in Concert

June 23 • Liberty Brass Band wins the first Swiss 'Brass in Concert' entertainment title


Bugle

Report & Results: 2025 West of England Bandsmens Festival

June 23 • Camborne retain their Royal Trophy credentials as gain a huge haul of silverware in Bugle, as St Austell, Shrewton Silver, Illogan Sparnon Silver, St Austell Youth and Carharrack & St Day Silver also head home with titles.


Hepworth

Report & Result: 2025 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune Contest

June 23 • Hepworth showcase their grand march and hymn tune talents as they take the honours and £1000 first prize at the popular event.


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Billingshurst Carnival

Sunday 29 June • Carnival through Billingshurst and concert at Recreation Ground RH14 9SX


Simon Langton Brass - Deal Memorial Bandstand

Sunday 29 June • The Strand, Walmer, Deal CT14 7DY CT14 7DY


Alder Valley Brass

June 26 • We are looking for BBb bass and soprano cornet players to join our ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (national finalists 2023) with a good blend of concerts, engagements and contests. Rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 8-10pm in Farnham, Surrey.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

June 25 • With a varied upcoming programme of events and following on from our successful "Musicals" concert and first ever trip to Saddleworth for Whit Friday, the band requires an Eb Bass player to join our group.


Alder Valley Brass

June 24 • As a result of a relocation we seek a Musical Director. We are an ambitious, busy and sociable 2nd section band (L&SC, National finalists 2023) with a blend of engagements, concerts and contests. We rehearse 8-10pm on Mondays and Thursdays in Farnham


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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