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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.




Money

Did brass bands really receive £31 million?

March 19 • Arts Council England is reported to have paid out over £31 million to bands in the last three years, but the figures may not be all that they appear to be...


NYBBGB

Ticket demand high for NYBBGB Easter showcases

March 19 • If you want to hear the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in action this Easter the you had better be quick about getting a ticket...


Gala Theatre

Durham focus for North of England Area contenders

March 19 • 42 bands will take to the stage in Durham to try and claim their places at London and York later in the year.


Stevanage

Bands get ready for London & SC Area challenges

March 19 • Stevenage Arts & Leisure Centre will host 76 bands battling for National Finals qualification this weekend.


Regent Hall Concerts - Slide Effect Trombone Quartet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Welsh Guards Band Septet

Friday 20 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Enderby Band - Around the World in 80 Minutes

Friday 20 March • Wycliffe Rooms, George St, Lutterworth LE17 4ED


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Longridge Band - Spring Concert

Saturday 21 March • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HT


Tintwistle Band

March 18 • Tintwistle Band are looking for a 2nd euphonium and 2nd baritone player to help complete the team.. We rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle, and perform a variety of concerts all year round.


Tintwistle Band

March 18 • Tintwistle Band are looking for a Soprano and front row cornet players to help complete the team.. We rehearse Monday and Thursday 8-10pm at our own bandroom on Old Road in Tintwistle, and perform a variety of concerts all year round.


St John's Band (Mossley)

March 15 • We are a friendly, welcoming 4th section band based in Tameside, Greater Manchester. Following our 4th place at the North West regionals, we are looking for a SOLO CORNET player (position negotiable). We rehearse on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.


Rob Nesbitt

BSc, PG Cert. Ed.
Cartoonist , illustrator, writer


               

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