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Chris Helme

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

July 27, 2013
More great music to send out to the banding world from Chris Helme in the heartland of Yorkshire...


Mountains to conquer

Players ready for summit special

July 25, 2013
30 intrepid musical mountaineers will set off on an ever so slightly bonkers triple ascent in aid of a great charity next month.


Trumpets

Archibald takes the orchestral lead

July 25, 2013
Trumpeter Paul Archibald is making sure young brass players are getting a helping hand with their orchestral musical needs this summer...


Symphony Hall

Youngsters benefit from expert leads at Music for Youth

July 25, 2013
Tutors from Wardle High School have helped some talented youngsters enjoy a great time at the Music for Youth Festival in Birmingham.


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From little acorns at Foresters...

July 25, 2013
Two rising stars of the Foresters Brass and Youth Brass 2000 organisation are enjoying their time on a National course...


Wellington Brass

Report & Results: 2013 New Zealand National Championship — Besson Band of the Year

July 24, 2013
Wellington makes it a National 'double' with victory in the Besson Band of the Year entertainment contest.


Ian Porthouse

Cornwall calling for Porthouse and Evans

July 24, 2013
Richard Evans and Ian Porthouse set to lead the Cornwall Youth Band on Christmas and Easter Courses.


Whitburn

Young and old plans for the future at Whitburn

July 24, 2013
An innovative combination of young and old talent in a brand new home heralds an exciting future for Scottish champions.


Camborne

Demelza set for rep debut

July 24, 2013
A talented cornet player with a wonderful Cornish musical name joins the ranks of Camborne Town.


Renton

Radio: Listen to the Band

July 24, 2013
More music from Frank at the BBC.


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Full steam ahead for National Childrens Band this weekend

July 24, 2013
Three fantastic world premieres and a brilliant guest soloist set to help National Children's Band celebrate its 10th birthday.


Mike Kilroy

4BR interview with Mike Kilroy

July 21, 2013
4BR talks to newly appointed Brass Bands England Chairman Mike Kilroy


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Report & Results: 2013 New Zealand National Championship

July 21, 2013
32 year wait is finally over for Wellington Brass as they claim the National title under the direction of David Bremner.


Acid Brass

Fairey back on the musical acid tablets

July 20, 2013
Fairey to once again team up with Turner Prize winning artist Jeremy Deller at reopening of Olympic Park.


Steven Mead

Mead continues on his company travels

July 20, 2013
Euph star continues to rack up the musical air miles — although in future he will do so with some welcome company.


Butlins Contest logo

Temporary change for Butlins

July 20, 2013
All contest secretaries need to ensure they have the right temporary address for Skegness contest correspondence.


Woolston in 2009

Report & Results: 2013 New Zealand National Championship — Street March

July 20, 2013
Woolston Brass makes it five in a row as they march to victory in New Plymouth.


John Maines

Radio: World of Brass

July 20, 2013
More great music on the radio with John Maines.


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BBE Funding awards to innovative projects and bands

July 19, 2013
Brass Bands England help organisations claim Norman Jones Trust Fund awards for their innovative schemes.


Riki McDonnell and Stephen Bulla

Report & Results: 2013 New Zealand National Championship — Champion of Champions

July 19, 2013
The 'Master' Riki McDonnell becomes the Champion of Champions at the New Zealand Championship in New Plymouth.


Katrina and friends

Swiss delights for Marzella

July 19, 2013
Katrina Marzella has just returned home from a wonderful musical trip to Switzerland to play with their National Youth Band.


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New principal at Besses

July 19, 2013
Stephanie Coward has been appointed the new principal cornet at Besses O' Th' Barn Band.


Blidworth

Death of Vicki Sheppard

July 19, 2013
The untimely death has been announced of much loved cornet player Vicki Sheppard.


Camborne Town logo

Camborne adds strengthening brace

July 19, 2013
Two more signings add to the ranks at Camborne.


Death of Stan Willis

July 19, 2013
The death has been reported of the respected trombone player Stan Willis.




4BR Review

4BR Review — A look back at the RNCM International Brass Band Festival and more

January 28 • Join Iwan and Chris on Thursday evening for a look back at the RNCM Festival as well as looking forward to the Norwegian Nationals in Bergen and more...


Simone Rebello

4BR interview with Simone Rebello

January 28 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox caught up with Simone Rebello to find out more about the forthcoming RNCM Day of Percussion.


Ulf Rosenberg

4BR interview with EBBA President Ulf Rosenberg

January 28 • 4BR speaks to the EBBA President after the announcement that the 2028 European Championships will not take place in England.


rps aWARDS

Shepherd Group join Moore on RPS shortlist

January 28 • The Shepherd Group and conductor Sean Chandler have nominated for the RPS 'Inspiration Award' — and the banding movement can help them win it with their votes.


Dobcross Silver Band - Whitburn Band

Sunday 1 February • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Tintwistle Band

January 29 • We have a vacancy for a soprano cornet player, ideally able to join us long-term, but we are also looking to fill this position to compete in the 2nd section Midlands area contest in March 2026.. We enjoy all year round concerts, contests,and social events


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

January 28 • Principal Cornet vacancy after March 2026. Our current player has asked for a very special 80th birthday present, a new player so that he can retire!. . Flexible rehearsal arrangements to support a good band - home life balance


Chinnor Silver

January 27 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Monday (2nd) 11 am and we would welcome any players who would like to join us for a friendly,relaxed rehearsal.. All abilities are welcome with a liking for cake and coffee. Blowing with us doesnt impact your no1 band


David W. Ashworth

RSCM, ABBA Exec Member, NABBC PRO.
Conductor, Band Trainer and Adjudicator


               

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