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Jeremy Wise

Wise and wonderful

January 20, 2009
Redbridge MD reveals just how much work went into winning the Mineworkers title.


Blackburn

Sheppard's winning flock

January 20, 2009
Blackburn & Darwen MD, Nick Sheppard tells 4BR how his band took the First Section title in an exciting and slightly confusing play off.


Murrill

Perfect record for Murrill

January 20, 2009
East London Brass make it two out of two for Jayne Murill as the MD enjoys a fantastic weekend of musical success at Skegness.


Eccles

Piece of cake for Eccles

January 20, 2009
MD Les Webb talks to 4BR about how Eccles Borough enjoy their trip to Skegness – especially after taking the Fourth Section title for a second successive year.


Doyle

Doyle back at Dyke

January 20, 2009
John Doyle has returned to Black Dyke — this time on the rep seat.


Ruf

Swiss workshop

January 20, 2009
A ground breaking workshop in Switzerland looking at 'Living Performance' is to be held next month, led by Isabelle Ruf-Weber.


fODENS

Death of Teddy Gray

January 20, 2009
The death has been announced of the former conductor and Fodens principal cornet player.


Doss

Doss houses in Nationals

January 20, 2009
Thomas Doss is to write the the top section test pieces to be used in the Netherlands, Switzerland, Norway as well the 2011 European.


Franks

Franks for the memory

January 20, 2009
From Bones Apart to Bram Tovey and Rod Franks in Star Wars mode — pupils of Redbridge Music Services are having a great time of it of late.


Longridge

More signings at Longridge

January 20, 2009
The Longridge Band has announced yet more signings ahead of the Areas.


Brown

Chronological Brown

January 20, 2009
Grimethorpe trombonist goes on a marathon of chronology to wow a musical audience.


Marshfield

Dan's the man for Marshfield

January 20, 2009
Dan Jones will head Marshfield Band's assault at the Regional Championships in Torquay.


Bands line up for Guild Brass

January 20, 2009
48 bands line up for Brass at the Guild Hall


Ohio Valley remembers co-cofounder Ed Nickol

January 19, 2009
The Ohio Valley British Brass Band reflects on the unexpected loss of their musical director and co-founder, Ed Nickol


Sudden death of Jim Harty

January 18, 2009
News has reached us of the passing of Jim Harty.


spitvalve.com.au

Spitvalve takeover

January 17, 2009
Popular Australasian brass band discussion forum spitvalve.com.au is looking for a new owner.


butlins logo

Results: 2009 Butlins Mineworkers

January 18, 2009
Results for the 2009 Butlins Mineworkers Festival from the Skyline Resort, Skegness, 17-18 January.


Eikanger logo

Eikanger prepare for 60th celebrations

January 16, 2009
The reigning Norwegian champion Eikanger Bjorsvik has told 4BR that they are working hard towards making 2009 a year to remember – a year in which they celebrate their 60th anniversary of their formation.


Ibbotson

Ibbotson's maternity cover!

January 16, 2009
Sop star Michelle Ibbotson will be helping Rothwell out on maternity leave at the regionals — although not for herself!


Kinneil

New conducting duo at Unison Kinneil

January 16, 2009
Andrew Duncan and Paul Drury are the new one/two at Unison Kinneil in Scotland.


Bournemouth

They're in the Army Now!!

January 16, 2009
No — not Status Quo — but raw recruits from Bournemouth Concert to Her Majesty's armed forces...


Paula Russell

Russell declines Leyland invite

January 16, 2009
Paula Russell has informed 4BR of her withdrawal from Leyland's recent invitation to fill its principal cornet seat.


Cutt

Cutt explains B&R decision

January 15, 2009
Fodens MD reveals to 4BR just how he was approached to conduct Brighouse & Rastrick at the Yorkshire Regionals this year.


YBS

YBS secure Euro sop

January 15, 2009
YBS gain a French connection with the move of Benjamin Richeton to the soprano chair.


Symphony Hall

British Open invites Brisbane XLCR

January 15, 2009
The British Open has announced the invitation of the current Australian and New Zealand Champions to the 2009 event.




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


Jason M Smith


Band Trainer (Contest Preparation), Conductor


               

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