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Christopher Bond

Cory announce Bonding process

December 16, 2014
Cory appoint Christopher Bond as Associate Composer with an eye for future commissions.


VBS Poynton

Mr Livingstone I presume...

December 16, 2014
Vernon Building Society (Poynton) Band finds Livingstone euphonium...


Abertillery

Community spirit rounds off year in Abertillery

December 16, 2014
There was a great valley's get-together in Abertillery with the local band leading the musical way.


ISB

Death of Lt. Col. Ray Steadman-Allen

December 16, 2014
The death has been reported of the the highly respected Salvation Army composer Ray Steadman-Allen


Brighosue cornets

Cornet Christmas bargain from Geneva

December 14, 2014
Fancy getting your hands on eight Brighouse & Rastrick Xeno cornets in time for Christmas?


Brian Taylor

Taylor made celebration

December 14, 2014
The popular soprano player Brian Taylor has been honoured for his sixty years in banding.


Last Train to Elvet

Tredegar set to join the last circus in town...

December 13, 2014
An innovative partnership between poet Ian McMillan, renowned cartoonist Tony Husband and Tredegar Band will see the circus come to town at the Durham International Festival next year.


2014 winner Matilda Lloyd

BBC Young Brass Award semi-finalists announced

December 13, 2014
The eight talented semi finalists have been announced for the Radio 2 Young Brass Award 2015 competition.


Kippax Band

Lancaster leaves MD role at Kippax

December 13, 2014
David Lancaster has resigned from his role as MD of the Kippax Band in Yorkshire.


Vergeres

Swiss stars to shine bright this Christmas

December 12, 2014
A trio of Treize Etoile stars Patrick Vergères, Jeremy Coquoz and Stéphane Rudaz will be embarking on a short domestic concert tour this weekend...


Tromba trumpet

Get a tromba for Christmas from Band Supplies

December 11, 2014
There is still plenty of time to get your hands on a brilliant tromba trumpet in time for Christmas from Band Supplies.


Pride

Pride film nominated for Golden Globe Award

December 11, 2014
The British film Pride, with its brass band soundtrack has been nominated for a 2015 Golden Globe in the USA.


Harrogate Bafta

Harrogate provide musical help for BAFTA Award

December 11, 2014
The Harrogate Band certainly played its part alongside the great Bernard Cribbens and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra is claiming a BAFTA.


Pippen and Davoren in action

Pippen provides the wow factor to Gloucestershire Youth

December 11, 2014
Trombone star Jonathan Pippen has been providing the wow factor alongside Tom Davoren at a recent Gloucestershire Music Service Workshop.


Paddington Bear

Mayoral welcome for 2015 Action Medical Research launch

December 11, 2014
The gold bling and Paddington Bear have been out in force to welcome the launch of the 2015 Action Medical Research Youth Entertainment Championships of Great Britain.


Stalybridge Old

New for Old as Stalybridge aim for more overdue success

December 11, 2014
Five new players, a great new work ethic and bags of confidence under their new MD means Stalybridge Old could be enjoying a lot more success in 2015.


4br logo

Get your event listed FREE for 2015

December 11, 2014
With the 2014 contest season at an end, find out if your event is listed for the 2015 contest season on 4BR?


Prof Nicholas Childs

Whitburn announce Childs link

December 11, 2014
Prof Nicholas Childs becomes the new Music Advisor and Professional Conductor at Scottish Open champion, Whitburn.


Harborough

Harborough latest link in expanding Geneva chain

December 11, 2014
The Harborough Band from Leicestershire joins the expanding list of bands choosing Geneva Instruments.


Goodwick players

Welsh youth celebrate National recognition

December 11, 2014
Players from all corners of the country will be taking their place on the 2015 National Youth Brass Band of Wales course next year under Philip Harper.


Besses Boys

Besses Boys add to the ranks

December 11, 2014
Boys and girls add to the strength in depth for Besses Boys as 2015 looms ahead.


Fodens

Foden's inspire by the Barrow load

December 11, 2014
Foden's tutors have been inspiring young players by the Barrow load after another great workshop event.


Regional win

Enderby reflect on a pleasing end to season

December 11, 2014
The Enderby Band organisation has plenty to be pleased about as they look back on the year just gone...


Yorkshire area

Bands not under the Cosh at Yorkshire

December 11, 2014
Paul Cosh has withdrawn from adjudicating at the 2015 Yorkshire Regional Championships.


Tuba

Welsh music services face cultural precipice

December 11, 2014
A BBC report states that Wales stands on the edge of losing its musical heritage as local authorities consider huge cuts to music service provision.




Megan Bousfield

4BR Friday interview with Megan Bousfield

January 9 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to NYBBGB Conductor Competition finalist Megan Bousfield.


Yorkshire

Yorkshire Championship schedule confirmed

January 9 • There will be two days of exciting Yorkshire banding battles in Huddersfield to enjoy.


Dai Thomas

Tredegar look to new business lead for 150th anniversary

January 9 • Welsh champions will take a new approach to their business outlook as their celebrate their 150th anniversary this year.


Next Step Films

Compilation album on offer from NXTOD

January 9 • There are plenty of highlights to enjoy from 2025 — and its all free from the NXTOD media platform.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


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


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

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


Putney and Wimbledon Brass Band

January 8 • Following our promotion to the 2nd section we are looking for a percussionist to do a bit of bing bonging on the timps for the regionals in March. We are a lovely band - everyone says so - so please get in touch. Rehearsals Weds from 1930 in Putney.


Mid Rhondda Band

January 6 • Mid Rhondda Band are currently looking for a trombone player and percussionists to join the team. We are a friendly, welcoming 3rd section band working towards competing in the Welsh Area in March. We also have a variety of events booked for 2026.


The Marple Band

January 6 • Bb Bass and Tuned Percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly, ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new year.


Alwyn Green

LRAM, LTCL
Conductor, composer, arranger, adjudicator, teacher and soloist


               

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