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Podium prizes

Report & Results: 2016 OMBBA Slow Melody Contest

October 20, 2016
There was a great day of brass band slow melody playing on show at Austerlands Cricket Club.


David Horsfield

Death of David Horsfield

October 20, 2016
The death has been announced of the highly respected player, conductor, adjudicator and publisher David Horsfield.


Mike Lovatt

Interview with Mike Lovatt

October 19, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the great jazz trumpeter Mike Lovatt ahead of him playing music from the iconic Billy May.


Rhapsody

Brighouse provide musical lock to slow motion celebration

October 19, 2016
The world premiere of 'Super Slow Way: A Rhapsody to the Leeds & Liverpool Canal' has received widespread critical and popular acclaim — much to the delight of producer Ian Brownbill.


Don Lucas

Lucas lands in Notts to work with students

October 18, 2016
One of the world's finest trombone players will be working with students at Nottingham Trent University as Don Lucas flies in next month.


Dronfield

Kerwin and Dronfield musical link comes to an end

October 18, 2016
The musical partnership between conductor Simon Kerwin and the Dronfield Genquip Band has come to an end.


Geneva Group

Geneva announce new domestic retailer

October 18, 2016
The Geneva Group has announced that PJS Music has become its South Yorkshire dealer.


Utrecht

Dutch bands look for National triumphs in Utrecht

October 18, 2016
The 2016 Dutch National Championships take place in Utrecht this weekend — and 4BR will be there to enjoy the action.


Deborah Keyser

New Director states aims at Ty Cerdd

October 18, 2016
Deborah Keyser has been appointed the new Director of the body that oversees the development and promotion of Welsh music making — including the bid to host the 2020 European Championship in Cardiff.


Mike Lovatt

Lovatt and Hofs ready for Big Fat challenge

October 18, 2016
Two of the world's finest trumpet players Mike Lovatt and Matthias Hofs are getting ready for a special Big Fat musical challenge on Wednesday evening.


Brass for Africa

Brass for Africa launches Music Development Fellowship

October 18, 2016
Brass for Africa offers an unique opportunity to work in Uganda with the launch of the Alison Balsom Brass Music Development Fellowship


Fodens

Foden's continue to inspire next generation

October 18, 2016
Foden's Band continues to inspire the next generation of young playing talent — thanks to great music, inspirational teaching and a cracking video!


Owen Farr

Owen Farr to host international horn day in Scotland

October 18, 2016
Besson artist Owen Farr will host the third International Tenor Horn & Flugel Horn Day' in Scotland next month — so make sure you sign up for it.


Dr Droste celebrations

Memorable 80th birthday treats for Dr Droste

October 18, 2016
One of the most influential figures in American brass banding enjoyed a memorable 80th birthday celebration last weekend.


Foden's

Foden's back at peak reds level thanks to Centre Stage

October 18, 2016
Foden's take another step on their rebuilding programme as they get to perform on stage at the Albert Hall at peak red level.


Derwent Brass

Percussion return gives Derwent extra bang

October 18, 2016
The return of percussionist Lee Gilbert has given Derwent Brass a timely boost.


Smithills

Smithills enjoy fantastic Army link

October 18, 2016
Smithills Schools Band recently played host to the Band of the King's Division for a great day of music making at their school.


Goodbye

Usk say goodbye to stalwart friends

October 18, 2016
Two stalwart players and fiends have bid their leave of the Usk Band in south Wales.


Podcast

Brass Band Podcast: Episode 17

October 18, 2016
More entertaining musings about the state of the brass band world from the Scottish sages...


Childs Play

Childs Play a hit at home and abroad

October 17, 2016
The Childs Play musical collaboration certainly made its mark both at home and abroad on the weekend.


Russell Gray

Gray pride at Iles Medal award

October 17, 2016
Russell Gray has spoken of his pride at joining a long list of outstanding brass band musicians in being awarded the prestigious Iles Medal.


Huddersfield University

New undergraduate course set for Huddersfield

October 17, 2016
The University of Huddersfield has launched its new Secondary Music Education BA (Hons) with QTS under-graduate degree programme.


Tongwynlais

New Music Academy at Tongwynlais

October 17, 2016
The Tongwynlais Band has announced the launch of its brand new music academy on the outskirts of Cardiff.


Band Supplies

No Marmite deals at Band Supplies

October 15, 2016
Even with the pound falling there are no Marmite deals at Band Supplies — just shelves of pre-Bexit brilliant bargains to get your lips smacking.


Childs Play

Childs Play broadcast this evening

October 15, 2016
The live internet broadcast of the Childs Play project featuring Black Dyke Band will be broadcast this evening at 6.30pm.




wELSH aREA

Draws & Results: 2025 Welsh Regional Championships

March 15 • Parc & Dare, Deiniolin Silver and Holywell claim the first titles of the weekend in Swansea


Stevenage

Draws & Results: 2025 London & Southern Counties Area Championships

March 15 • Kidlington Concert Brass and Cobham claim the first titles of the Stevenage weekend.


cIVIC cENTRE

Result: 2025 Midlands Second Section Area Championship

March 15 • Carlton Brass claims the Second Section honours in Bedworth


Derek rENSHAW

Renshaw adds experience to MD role at Hade Edge

March 15 • Three time National winner Derek Renshaw brings his experience to the role of MD at Hade Edge Band.


Regent Hall Concerts - RAM Trumpet Ensembles

Friday 14 March • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Wigfield Brass Quintet

Friday 14 March • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 15 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Contest: Midlands Regional Brass Band Championships

Saturday 15 March • Bedworth Civic Hall, High Street CV12 8NF


Contest: Welsh Regional Championships

Saturday 15 March • Brangwn Hall, Guildhall Rd S, Swansea SA1 4PE


Port Sunlight Lyceum Brass

March 15 • Merseyside/Wirral based. We are a friendly 4th section band with regular jobs and socials throughout the year! Looking for a Principal Cornet, Cornets(position negotiable), Flugal and Trombone. All Players welcome! Instruments available to use!


The Marple Band

March 13 • Cornet ( positions negotiable),baritone and kit percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new musical journey with our MD Nick Birch.


Rushden Town Band

March 12 • Back Row Cornet - due to a change in job, the band has a vacancy for a back row cornet. The band has a lovely atmosphere, and has regular jobs throughout the year as well as taking part in at least two contests.


Duncan Wilson

Bmus(hons), LGSMD
Conductor, Adjudicator (member AoBBA)


               

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