*
banner

Page 1 of 66

4BR logo

4BR New Year's Eve Quiz

December 31, 2013
One final little brain teaser to sort out before the bells chime in the New Year of banding...


Butlins

Butlins announce Skegness line ups

December 31, 2013
The bands hoping to get a New Year's slice of the mammoth £39,000 Butlins prize pot have been announced.


Guild Hall

A few places left at Brass at the Guild

December 31, 2013
There is still the chance for bands to test their early season form at the popular Brass at the Guild Hall contest.


Steve Jones

Kit returned at Flowers

December 31, 2013
The experienced Steve Jones is the latest high profile signing at Flowers ahead of 2014.


Peter Haigh

Making Haigh for Christmas

December 31, 2013
40 years of commitment, dedication and a Cutt above gains reward for Peter Haigh at Alder Valley.


Lofthouse Awards

Lofthouse gongs for Christmas

December 31, 2013
The Lofthouse Band awards have recently been presented in time for Christmas.


JSVB logo

Web link for JSVB

December 31, 2013
The famous James Shepherd Versatile Brass ensemble has a 21st century presence to reach out to their global fans.


Oxford Cherwell

New band set for London Area

December 31, 2013
Oxford Cherwell Brass is looking forward to taking to the stage in Stevenage in 2014.


Chapletown Silver Band

Death of Dave Smith

December 31, 2013
The death has been reported of Dave Smith, a popular stalwart member of the Chapletown Band.


On air

Radio: World of Brass

December 31, 2013
More great music to take you into 2014 with John Maines.


Brett Baker and Adrian Hirst

Top troms at Dyke

December 28, 2013
Brett Baker and Adrian Hirst pick up the Black Dyke silverware.


Welsh flag

Cory and Tredegar to join forces

December 27, 2013
The top two ranked bands in the world are to join forces in aid of a wonderful charitable cause in 2014.


Eikanger in action

Eikanger gains contemporary award

December 27, 2013
Norwegian champion set to boost contemporary music making thanks to Arts Council award.


Welsh Trophies

Welsh League faces financial threat

December 27, 2013
Two of the contest foundation stones of recent Welsh banding success face tough financial decisions to safeguard future.


Grieg hall

Record entry for Norwegian National

December 27, 2013
A record 79 bands will compete in five sections at Bergen's Grieg Hall in February, with the draws already announced.


4BR logo

4BR Christmas Day Quiz: The Winner!

December 26, 2013
Our three little brain ticklers certainly got you thinking and using your new Xmas prezzies...


4BR

4BR Christmas Day Quiz

December 25, 2013
Three little brain ticklers to get correct to win a trio of great CDs...


Kippax

Bi-centenary for Kippax

December 25, 2013
The Kippax Band will be celebrating 200 not out in 2014 — aided by their local parish council.


Tongwynlais

Ruck departure at Welsh champion

December 25, 2013
Resident Conductor Joshua Ruck has left his role as Resident Conductor at Welsh champion Tongwynlais Temperance.


Hoover Bolton Band

Hoover aim to sweep up in 2014

December 25, 2013
The Hoover Bolton Band is looking forward to more success in the First Section in 2014.


Guards on the march

Military musical display for Christmas

December 25, 2013
Lt Col Graham Jones will be showcasing the best the lads and lasses in our top military bands can do this Christmas.


City of Chester

Onwards and upwards for City of Chester

December 25, 2013
From mixed emotions to bright future for City of Chester.


Chris Turner

Turner prize for Llwydcoed

December 25, 2013
Welsh League champion teams up with new MD for 2014...


Marathon Band

A star is seen in...Huddersfield

December 25, 2013
One Christmas star will be well worth a marathon trek...


Cory Band

World Rankings: End of year update

December 25, 2013
Time to reflect on who were the biggest winners and losers over the past 12 months.




Regional

Stevenage performances on replay on Wobplay

March 24 • If you want to find out how all the prizes were won in Stevenage on the weekend, the tune into wobplay and enjoy... and debate


Kapitol Promotions

And the National Final invitations go to...

March 24 • The provisional list of bands that will be invited to compete at the 2026 National Finals at London and York have now been completed.


Durham

Results: 2026 North of England Regional Championships

March 21 • EverReady, Durham Miners Institute, Felling, Barton Community and Driffield take the first four titles in Durham


Fulham

Results: 2026 London & SC Regional Championships

March 21 • Zone One, Fulham, Staines, Betteshanger and Crystal Palace claim titles at Stevenage


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 26 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London. . W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Funny Bones Trombone Octet

Friday 27 March • Oompah Brass XXL. Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - 2026 National Youth Brass Band Championships

Saturday 28 March • King Edward's School, Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2UA


The Hepworth Band - Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra

Saturday 18 April • Huddersfield Town Hall HD1 2TA


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 29 May • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


West Wycombe Brass Band

March 24 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for Horn players, any position, back row cornets, and Bb bass. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm in own band hall. Non contesting. Give us a call or email.


CLEETHORPES BAND CIO

March 24 • Cleethorpes Band are recruiting a new MD. The band rehearse on Thursday and Sunday evenings and at the Northern of England contest secured 3rd place in the 4th section. We are a registered charity and have a thriving training band.


Enderby Band

March 24 • Enderby Band (Championship section) are seeking: 1 x BASS (Eb or Bb) and PERCUSSIONISTS to join our committed, hard-working, friendly team, with promotion at the Spring Festival (Senior Cup) and a balanced diary of concerts & contests to look forward to.


Kevin Wadsworth


Conductor, adjudicator, teacher (ABBA)


               

 © 2026 4barsrest.com Ltd