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ibbs sUMMER sCHOOL

Delegates head home from Swansea

August 12, 2012
Banding delegates from all over the globe have enjoyed the sun, music and ice cream in Swansea this week.


Course Director Ian Porthouse

Bolsover success paves way for 2013 repeat

August 10, 2012
The success of the recent Bolsover Brass Summer School means a repeat treat is on the cards for 2013 — so book early!


Aveley & Newham

Aveley & Newham set for Wembley

August 09, 2012
Londoners Aveley & Newham set to play musical role in Rugby League Challenge Cup Final.


nybbs

Scottish Youth celebrate their National success

August 09, 2012
The trio of National Youth Bands of Scotland were on fine form at St Andrews on the weekend.


Exam celebrations at Lanner

August 09, 2012
Lanner & District celebrate twin exam success for players.


Will Druiett

Tuba star leaves Brighouse

August 09, 2012
The success of young tuba star Will Druiett sees departure from Brighouse & Rastrick.


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Support us through iTunes

August 08, 2012
Now there's an additional way you can help support 4barsrest — and it won't cost you a penny.


Albert Hall

Kapitol makes own registry arrangements for National Finals

August 07, 2012
Kapitol takes decision not to use the British Brass Band Registry for National Finals.


Symphony Hall

British Open waives transfer deadline

August 07, 2012
The continued problems at the British Brass Band Registry force the British Open Championship to waive 28 day transfer deadline.


International Summer School

IBBS attracts worldwide students

August 07, 2012
The International Brass Band Summer School continues to attract players from all over the banding world to Swansea.


Allan Ramsay

Co-op appoint Ramsay

August 07, 2012
Scottish Champions Co-operative Funeralcare appoint Allan Ramsay as their new Associate Musical Director.


Welsh Mine

Welsh Miners increase contest work force

August 07, 2012
The Miners Welfare Entertainment Contest gains extra bands in Porthcawl.


Garry Hallas

Hallas heads back to Emley

August 07, 2012
After a highly enjoyable spell as resident conductor at Barton Town, Garry Hallas sets his eyes on Cheltenham with Emley.


Welsh youngsters get a sexy wiggle on

August 06, 2012
It's not all been serious music making on the resent National Youth Band of Wales course.


City of Cardiff in action

Report & Results: 2012 National Eisteddfod of Wales

August 06, 2012
City of Cardiff (Melingriffith) leads the way twice at the Nationals in Llandow.


Eisteddfod

Television coverage of National Eisteddfod

August 04, 2012
There is live coverage of the brass band competitions at the National Eisteddfod of Wales this weekend.


Newtongrange

New MD at Newtongrange

August 04, 2012
Paul Collis-Smith has been appointed the new MD at former Scottish Champions Newtongrange.


Symphony Hall

Sight and sound for British Open

August 03, 2012
British Open to record bands in action in Birmingham — for both sight and sound.


bfbb LOGO

BFBB AGM date announced

August 03, 2012
The long awaited date of the Annual General Meeting of the British Federation of Brass Bands has been announced.


The Sage Gateshead

Diamond feature at Brass in Concert

August 03, 2012
The diamond anniversary of the National Youth Band of Great Britain is to be celebrated at this year's World of Brass in Concert


Geneva Instruments

Advert: Geneva Instruments

August 03, 2012
There are some Summer sizzlers waiting to be picked up at Geneva.


National Youth Band logo

Join the National Youth Band for an Open Day

August 03, 2012
There are still some places available to find out more about the National Youth Band at their forthcoming Open Day.


Smithills School logo

Smithills return from triumphant American tour

August 03, 2012
Smithills Schools Senior Band has just enjoyed a triumphant tour to North & South Carolina — making hundreds of new fans on the way.


Nicholas and Robert Childs

Childs reunited at Dyke

August 01, 2012
Dr Robert Childs has accepted the post of Principal Guest Conductor at Black Dyke.


Cornets

Advert: Dennis Todd Music

August 01, 2012
There are some fantastic cornet deals to enjoy from Dennis Todd Music.




Mike Kilroy

Kilroy steps back from BBE role to follow health treatment

September 7 • Mike Kilroy will take a temporary step down as Chairperson of Brass Bands England to undergo treatment for prostate cancer.


Music of the Spheres

Check out the Spheres before Symphony Hall

September 7 • The countdown to the British Open sees the competing bands previewing their final preparations on 'Music of the Spheres' — so why not pop along and see how they are getting on.


Money

British Open Countdown: T minus 5

September 7 • Glory and cash. One is priceless, the other pays the bills... but how much are they worth?


Murray Greig

Greig's to deliver in Leicester for free

September 7 • There is a free day of brass for young players to enjoy under the expert tuition of Murray Grieg this weekend — so make sure you sign up to enjoy.


The Hepworth Band - Public Rehearsal ahead of the 2026 British Open

Tuesday 8 September • Ossett Town Hall, Market Place, Ossett WF5 8BE


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Irish Guards

Thursday 1 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Barnsley Brass

September 6 • We are looking to recruit a Flugel Horn and Back Row Cornet players. We are based in Worsbrough Bridge by the A61 south of Barnsley. S70 5LJ. Rehearsals are Mondays / Thursdays at 8pm in our purpose-built band room..


Enderby Band

September 5 • Championship section band seeking CORNETS (positions negotiable), Eb BASS, and PERCUSSIONISTS to join our committed, hard-working and friendly team, performing a balanced diary of concerts and contests.


Harrogate Band

September 4 • The Harrogate Band are looking for a 1st Baritone and Soprano player to complete our team. Forward thinking and exciting band with a wide range of engagements and contests. Rehearsals are Wednesday 8pm in our own bandroom with great transport links.


John Maines

BA (Hons)
Presenter, compere and conductor


               

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