News / 2016
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Brighouse help take Super Slow Way to Revolution
September 24, 2016
Brighouse & Rastrick will help poet Ian Macmillan and composer Ian Stephens celebrate the 200 year history of the world's first super highway as part of a high-profile arts production about the famous Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
Bob Childs resigns from Grimethorpe
September 23, 2016
The three year tenure of Dr Robert Childs at Grimethorpe Colliery Band has come to an end.
Hard work and play for Cory after Open success
September 23, 2016
The world's number 1 ranked band has been enjoying the worldwide accolades since their British Open success, but has also been hard at work and play too.
Worldwide appeal strengthens Foden's contest
September 23, 2016
The forthcoming Foden's Open Solo, Duet & Quartet competition is set to attract a worldwide line-up of competitors.
van de Kolk to take over Meylemans lead at Noord-Limburgse
September 23, 2016
Erik van de Kolk will take over the musical direction of Noord-Limburgse in Belgium as 15 year partnership with Ivan Meylemans is set to come to an end.
Imps set to celebrate 80th birthday
September 23, 2016
The musical heritage of one of the most famous names in British banding will be celebrated next month.
Death of Ray Cunnington
September 23, 2016
The death has been announced of the respected player and banding administrator Ray Cunnington.
2017 Regional tests announced
September 21, 2016
Cheltenham saw the official announcement of the five set works that will test bands at the 2017 Area contests.
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How the National titles were won
September 21, 2016
The full news reports from each of the National Championship contests at Cheltenham are now up on 4BR.
Yorkshire leads the list of Cheltenham winners
September 19, 2016
Yorkshire claims a brace of National titles at Cheltenham as Wales and the West of England also head home with title silverware.
Report & Results: 2016 National Championships of Great Britain: Section 1
September 18, 2016
St Dennis claim the National title as they show off their musical ballet steps to take First Section crown.
Report & Results: 2016 National Championships of Great Britain: Section 3
September 18, 2016
Crofton Silver lives up to their pre-race favourite tag to claim a 'Triple Crown' of major titles in Cheltenham.
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Report & Results: 2016 National Championships of Great Britain: Section 4
September 17, 2016
Phoenix (Goodwick) emulate their senior counterparts by bringing home another National title to their West Wales home.
Report & Results: 2016 National Championships of Great Britain: Section 2
September 17, 2016
A commanding Stannington Brass plants the Yorkshire flag on the summit of the Second Section under the direction of Derek Renshaw.
Judges give views from box for Cheltenham
September 16, 2016
Four of the judges at Cheltenham have given their views , opinions and pointers on the test-pieces to be played this weekend. It could prove to be essential reading!
National Championships launch new website
September 16, 2016
A redesigned National Championships website has been launched to help bands enjoy as well as be more informed about their contesting experience in getting to Cheltenham and the Albert Hall.
The first £10,000 bandsman is revealed by British Army
September 16, 2016
Former Cory percussionist Jamie Nuss becomes the first brass band recruit to qualify for a Golden Hello payment of £10,000 by joining the Corps of Army Music.
New look for bands taking centre stage at Cheltenham
September 16, 2016
There is a new look to the stage set-up at Cheltenham this year as Centre Stage makes its mark on the occasion for the bands.
Cory to provide pre-results entertainment at Albert Hall
September 16, 2016
The world's number 1 ranked band will be showcasing their entertainment talents before the announcement of the National results at the Albert Hall next month.
The Wallace Collection on show at Cheltenham
September 16, 2016
John Wallace CBE will lead his famous Wallace Collection ensemble in two short concerts and a series of brilliant informal workshops at Cheltenham this weekend — so don't miss them in action.
September issue of Brass Band World out now
September 16, 2016
See it — Tap it — Read it! The world's favourite monthly brass band magazine — now to enjoy on smart phones, tablets and desk tops
Full steam ahead for Horwich RMI after good looking debut appearance
September 16, 2016
Just 9 weeks after being formed, Horwich RMI has returned to the contest world with a cracking looking and sounding march and hymn tune performance at Blackburn & Darwen.
Sterling offer the ultimate trophy deal at Cheltenham
September 16, 2016
Get your picture taken with the Brass in Concert, European, National and British Open trophies at the Sterling Instruments trade stand and you can win a £100 voucher.
Pop classics for pop pickers at Pennine
September 16, 2016
Pennine Music has just brought out two fantastic pop classics for bands to play in concert. Its the 1980s all over again...
Centre Stage go centre stage at Cheltenham
September 16, 2016
You won't miss the Centre Stage trade stand at Cheltenham this weekend for sure — and you can't miss out on their brilliant '3 for 2' deal either.
