News / 2016
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National Youth start work under Tovey, Smith and Gray
August 01, 2016
The talented youngsters on the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain summer course have started work under the batons of a trio of conductors and renowned tutors.
Save a save wedge on a mouthpiece
August 01, 2016
You can now save a a great wedge of cash on a great wedge of a mouthpiece from John Packer.
Interview with Paul Mealor
August 01, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Paul Mealor at the National Youth Band of Wales annual course in Monmouth.
Interview with the National Youth Band of Wales
August 01, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to MD Tom Davoren, soloist Glenn Van Looy and two members of the National Youth Band of Wales.
Bolsover Summer School comes to a musical climax
July 29, 2016
The Bolsover Summer School will come to a triumphant climax this evening — so why not go along and enjoy the music making.
Scottish Youth to display talents in Perth
July 29, 2016
The very best young brass band players in Scotland will be showcasing their talents in Perth tonight — so make sure you get along for a fantastic musical treat.
Davoren to lead cream of Welsh talent in Aberystwyth and Monmouth
July 29, 2016
Tom Davoren will be leading the National Youth Brass Band of Wales in its end of course concerts this weekend alongside Belgian euph star Glenn Van Looy.
Opening time for new march and hymn tune contest
July 29, 2016
A brand new march and hymn tune contest will take place in Crooke later this year — with great prizes and a special beer on tap to enjoy...
Great group hotel deals still available for National Finals
July 28, 2016
rooms4groups has some fantastic group deals on special offer for the National Finals weekend in London.
Pennine Music leading Christmas composer call
July 28, 2016
Pennine Music is looking to give composers a head start for the festive season.
Cook to enjoy extended musical visit
July 28, 2016
Geneva Instruments artist Joseph Cook is set to enjoy an extended musical visit to the UK.
Besson — the New Standard of exceptional brass
July 27, 2016
Besson New Standard instruments offer exceptional levels of performance based on years of ground breaking experience.
Thomas leads rejuvenation process at Haslingden & Helmshore
July 26, 2016
The never say die attitude of the Haslingden & Helmshore Band has paid off — with another boost to their future plans with the appointment of Huw Thomas as MD.
South West BBA seeks Association Secretary
July 26, 2016
If bands in the South West region want to have the support they need, its time for someone to come forward and offer their help...
Fantastic second hand cornet deals at John Packer
July 26, 2016
There is a great cornet trio to get your hands on from John Packer — including a classic roundstamp cornet.
Tovey and Smith ready to lead National Youth
July 26, 2016
Bramwell Tovey and Philip Smith set to lead National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
New Mealor work set for NYBBS premiere
July 26, 2016
A major new work by composer Paul Mealor will be premiered by the National Youth Band of Scotland this Friday.
Black Dyke heritage gains film addition
July 26, 2016
Black Dyke's plans to curate and celebrate its unique heritage has been made into a short film with a familiar accompanying tune...
Geneva Group purchase Amati USA
July 26, 2016
The Geneva Group has added an American arm to its growing portfolio.
Dark Arteries to gain Nordic premiere
July 26, 2016
The brass band ballet score to 'Dark Arteries' will be premiered by Manger Musikklag at the prestigious BrassWind Festival in Bergen in September.
Cory boosted by additional grey matter
July 26, 2016
Two of Cory's brightest young stars have shown that their academic musical skills are every bit as good as their playing ones.
St Helen's Youth to be led by home grown talent
July 26, 2016
A local lad made good returns to lead St Helen's Youth Band as James Hall takes up MD role.
Saynor returns to boost Fairey major assault
July 26, 2016
Tuba star Gavin Saynor returns to Fairey to boost their hopes of claiming major title silverware in Birmingham and London.
New judging format for top section at Butlins
July 26, 2016
There will be a new adjudication format for bands to take into account at next year's top section Butlins Mineworkers Championship — spiced up with extra cash.
