News / 2016
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Lone Wolf options taken up
July 21, 2016
Bands performing Simon Dobson's 'Journey of the Lone Wolf' need to make sure they have got their right options.
Wink waves goodbye at Carlton Brass
July 21, 2016
The popular Paul 'Wink' Watson steps down from Carlton Brass.
Salford announces Black Dyke tutor duo
July 21, 2016
Katrina Marzella and Ben Riechton have joined the staff at the University of Salford as tutors on its renowned Band Musicianship course.
Coleshill's Messiah steps down
July 21, 2016
The inspirational conductor who brought Handel's 'Messiah' to Coleshill and rejuvenated the whole organisation has decided to step down from his role as MD.
A brass band feest for everyone
July 21, 2016
If you are looking for a brilliant way to spend a summer night in The Netherlands, then make sure you make the trip to Brassband Feest 2016.
Blidworth take aim at Cheltenham with new signings
July 20, 2016
Blidworth Welfare Band has strengthened its ranks ahead of the National Finals in Cheltenham.
Smithills enjoy popping over to Cork
July 20, 2016
Smiths School Senior Band has enjoyed a fantastic short tour to Cork.
Death of Donald Palmer
July 20, 2016
4BR has been informed of the highly respected banding East Anglian administrator Donald Palmer.
Gray set for pioneering link with Ratby
July 18, 2016
Mareika Gray has become the new professional MD at the Ratby Co-operative Band organisation — renewing a pioneering link with the past.
East Yorkshire Motor Services Band moves to new home
July 18, 2016
One of the leading bands in the north of England looks towards the future at a new home.
Scottish Youth return from Nordic delights
July 18, 2016
The National Youth Band of Scotland has just returned home after a memorable annual course with a great difference....
Perc provision for British Open announced
July 18, 2016
The extensive percussion requirements that will be provided by the British Open contest organisers on the day has been announced to help bands — and to make the contest flow a little bit quicker.
Tongwynlais appoint Rees to principal role
July 18, 2016
18 year old Harvey Rees takes over the principal cornet role at Tongwynlais after Charlotte Chambers decides to take a back row seat.
Interview with Harmen Vanhoorne
July 17, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Belgain cornet star Harmen Vanhoorne in Napier
Interview with Byron Newton and David Bremner
July 17, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the solo euphonium and conductor of Wellington Brass to ask how they are looking forward to their appearance at the British Open.
Report & Results: 2016 New Zealand National Championships
July 16, 2016
Wellington Brass fire a 11,530 mile warning shot towards Symphony Hall after claiming a fourth New Zealand National 'Triumph' in Napier.
Report & Results: 2016 New Zealand Champion of Champions Solo Competition
July 14, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox reports from the Blue Riband solo event of the New Zealand Championships in Napier and talks to Rachel Thomas — the newly crowned 2016 Champion of Champions.
Report & Results: 2016 New Zealand Invitation Slow Melody
July 14, 2016
Virtuoso tuba player Phillip Johnston claims the first major solo title of the New Zealand Championships in Napier.
Innovative musical partnership to bring Childs Play to life
July 11, 2016
A ground breaking musical collaboration is set to bring the importance of educational play in children's lives to a worldwide audience — starting in Shirebrook.
Brexit threat to arts funding
July 11, 2016
Could the recent Brexit vote have a long term effect on the brass band movement in the UK? An Observer article may have given an indication of what could follow...
4BR set to cover 2016 New Zealand Championships
July 10, 2016
4BR is heading on a long haul flight to find out more about the state of New Zealand banding play at their National Championships in Napier.
Fantastic State of play for Illinois Brass Band
July 10, 2016
The 25th anniversary of Illinois Brass Band is marked by a remarkable resolution declaration by their State Legislature.
New memories to be created by home change for Pemberton Old
July 10, 2016
Pemberton Old Wigan DW Band hope to create many new memories as they move to a new home after half a century.
Joint forces raise funds for Children's Hospice
July 10, 2016
The joint musical forces of Smithills School and Eagley Bands help raise funds for the Derian House Children's Hospice.
A Rose by any other name from Pennine Music
July 10, 2016
The iconic Bette Midler classic is now available for all aspiring euphonium ballad performers...
