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Brighouse

1965 film footage of Brighouse & Rastrick released

December 31, 2015
The British Film Institute has released a rare 1965 film of a year in the life of Brighouse & Rastrick Band.


Granville

4BR Boxing Day Brain Tickler — Answer and winner

December 30, 2015
We had a great response to our Boxing Day quiz — with plenty of people using their musical brains to get to the answer...


Philip Harper

Award winners delight at 4BR gongs

December 30, 2015
The 2015 4BR Award winners have put their acceptance speeches to one side to speak of their delight at claiming their artistic accolades...


Troms

Huge bone bargains at Duchy Brass

December 30, 2015
If you want to make sure you have the best trombone bargain in time for the New Year make sure you get in touch with Duchy Brass.


sbba

Reminder for Scottish solo and ensemble stars

December 30, 2015
Players wishing to take part in the forthcoming Besson Scottish Solo & Ensemble Championships have been given a gentle reminder to get their entries in...


Salford students

University of Salford set for future pathways

December 30, 2015
40 years after its ground breaking brass band course, the University of Salford continues to build new musical pathways...


Brighosue

Brighouse round off year with festive and Euro double

December 30, 2015
Brighouse & Rastrick round off their year with a sold-out double for supporters and news of future Euro exploits...


Eisteddfod

Bands no longer in the pink in Wales

December 30, 2015
Brass bands will no longer be playing in the famous pink pavilion at the Welsh National Eisteddfod.


Gillingham Silver logo

Silver linings for Gillingham in 2015

December 30, 2015
Gillingham Imperial Silver has enjoyed a great year thanks to an influx of new talent...


Noah Davies

Great first year for Rhondda Fach Youth

December 30, 2015
It's been a great first year for the Rhondda Fach Youth Band — with a trio of Gold Awards to prove it!


City of Coventry

Death of Trevor Hargraves

December 30, 2015
4BR has been informed of the death of the well known trombonist Trevor Hargraves.


Rob Richardson

Nordic delights for Richardson

December 30, 2015
Fairey baritone star Rob Richardson has enjoyed a great Christmas in Norway playing with the emerging talents of Viba Bondebrass.


Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury boost to support further development

December 30, 2015
Shrewsbury Brass has received a nice festive boost to fund their future development plans.


Roy Fletcher

Harrogate bring a great Christmas Gift

December 26, 2015
A former member of the Harrogate Band was given a great surprise Christmas treat this year.


Stalham

Mumping tradition still going strong in Stalham

December 26, 2015
The festive tradition of musical mumping is still going strong in Stalham.


Downton Band

Downton celebrate training debut

December 26, 2015
Downton Band round off the season with a celebration of their long term investment plans...


4br

4BR Boxing Day Brain Tickler

December 26, 2015
Something to get the brain working after all that food and drink on Christmas Day. You have to show your workings out though..


Bolsover

Arts Council delighted at addictive Bolsover nomination

December 24, 2015
Arts Council England has told Bolsover Festival of Brass that they are delighted with the results of its internet broadcast initiative and 4BR awards nomination.


4BR

4BR Xmas Eve Brain Teaser

December 24, 2015
There is a nice little selection box of CDs to be won for the person who can work out the musical connection...


David Thornton

University delight at Thornton nominations

December 24, 2015
The University of Salford has offered its congratulations to David Thornton on his recent award winning success — with maybe more to come...


Tongwynlais Temperance

Arrivals and departures at Tongwynlais

December 24, 2015
Hellos and goodbyes at Tongwynlais Temperance as Welsh band looks forward to 2016 season.


Mat Piller

EBBA announce trio of key appointments

December 24, 2015
Matt Piller, Paul Hindmarsh and Erik Janssen appointed to major roles in European Brass Band Association.


BBE

BBE seek better co-ordination

December 24, 2015
Brass Bands England seek new Operations Co-ordinator as lack of progress in key role hinders excellent Liaison work...


Mr Tuba

Special tuba sounds for Santa

December 23, 2015
There may more than the sound of sleigh bells heralding a night time visitor to your home this Christmas...


WEATHERFIELD

New band set for high profile Christmas appearance

December 23, 2015
A new band will make a festive debut in front of millions on Christmas Day...




Gregson

Focus on Gregson's Choice on National eve

October 8 • The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by Ian Bousfield for an aperitif evening of music from the pen of Edward Gregson ahead of his Albert Hall challenge.


World of Brass

Cory and Baker CD brace launched

October 8 • The latest CD releases from Cory and Brett Baker will be on sale at the Royal Albert Hall this year.


4BR Preview

4BR Review — Episode 9

October 7 • Join the conversion with your views and opinions about the Royal Albert Hall National Final — who you think may win and what you feel should be done to secure its future.


the cooperation band

Half century mark for cooperation players

October 7 • Keith Johnstone and Ray Munday have just notched up 50 years of outstanding service to the brass band movement — with an appearance at the Albert Hall to help with the celebrations.


Regent Hall Concerts - Stately Brass Quintet

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Academy Symphonic Brass

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Autumn Concert

Saturday 11 October • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Contest: National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain

Saturday 11 October • The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 14 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

October 8 • Our community band is meeting again 11am Monday 13th after completing our first gig.. We would love you to join us.We are a band of mixed abilities and welcome ALL players.. Blowing with us will not impact on your own band and its all free.


Welwyn Garden City Band

October 6 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied Christmas season ahead. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Tewit Silver Band

October 4 • Principal Eb Bass. Our established bass section are looking for a strong leader to elevate their performance - could that be you? We have an exciting contest schedule including the Scottish Open and and full set of new Besson basses!


Andreas Kratz

Mus.B (hons)
Conductor, Adjudicator, Teacher


               

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