News / 2017
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Every little helps for Lofthouse
February 10, 2017
Asda adds a little extra cash to help support the work of Lofthouse Band in bringing music making to their community.
North of England Area contenders set for Durham
February 09, 2017
The list of the competing bands that will try to catch the ears of the judges and gain an invite to the London and Cheltenham finals have been announced.
Brass for Africa set for Royal Albert Hall
February 09, 2017
One of the great success stories of the Brass for Africa charity will perform alongside Alison Balsom, Guy Barker and Sir Bryn Terfel at the Royal Albert Hall
Bates to host National tenor horn spotlight
February 09, 2017
Grimethorpe Colliery solo horn Jonathan Bates will lead a free tenor horn spotlight day at the University of Salford in May. So why not sign up and be a part of it.
Rayburn showcases brilliant tour experiences on film
February 09, 2017
There is a great new way to see just how brilliant band tours are with Rayburn Tours — just clik and see...
Brass Band World February Edition out now
February 09, 2017
The latest edition of Brass Band World magazine is packed with all the essential features, articles, reviews and interviews you expect to find with the banding movement's foremost magazine.
Four band shoot out in Midwest
February 09, 2017
Four Midwest American bands will battle it out for the Dublin Festival of Brass honours later this month.
Yamaha set to boost school banding in Oz
February 09, 2017
A major school band initiative has been launched by Yamaha Music Australia to get bands off to a great start...
No Scots at elite European level in Ostend
February 09, 2017
There will be no Scottish representation in the Championship Section at the forthcoming European Championships in Ostend.
Foden's enjoy latest Armagh visit
February 09, 2017
Foden's annual trip to Armagh once again provided plenty of musical highlights.
Derwent look to celebrate with musical innovation
February 09, 2017
Derwent Brass will celebrate its 25th anniversary with yet more innovative musical commissions — this time from Paul Lovatt-Cooper.
Shepway youngsters showcase their 'Best'
February 09, 2017
The talented young players of Shepway Brass Academy recently showcased their talents in a local concert with Snowdown Colliery Band.
Sir Malcolm Arnold auction set to sell memorabilia
February 08, 2017
Manuscripts, instruments, awards, artworks and memorabilia of the great British composer Sir Malcolm Arnold will come under the hammer in April.
St Pinnock opt for Ward on Rhapsody
February 08, 2017
St Pinnock Band will led directed by John Ward at the forthcoming West of England Second Section Regional Championship in Torquay.
Overwhelming response to Black Dyke composer post
February 08, 2017
Applications have come flooding in from all corners of the banding globe to become the new Young Composer in Residence at Black Dyke.
Report & Results: 2017 North Wales Annual Slow Melody, Duet & Quartet
February 08, 2017
Well over 100 competitors take part in a great day of music making in north Wales — headed by a rising star in the Welsh banding movement with a little help form her dad...
Train disruptions for Blackpool
February 08, 2017
If you're travelling to Blackpool by train for the Action Research Youth Contest or the North West Regional Championships later this month, then make sure you give yourselves plenty of time to get there.
New works to enhance Welsh youth music making
February 08, 2017
A new work from the pen of composer Rhian Samuel will be premiered by the National Youth Band of Wales this year.
Report & Results: 2017 DCBBA Festival of Brass
February 08, 2017
Easington Colliery leads the way as North East bands turn out for to test their early season form in Peterlee.
McCabe set for Lindley helm
February 08, 2017
The Lindley Band has announced that the highly respected cornet player James McCabe will take over the baton duties with the band after the Yorkshire Regional Championships.
Interview with Paul Hindmarsh
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to RNCM Brass Band Festival Director, Paul Hindmarsh
Interview with Edward Gregson
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Edward Gregson at the RNCM Brass Band Festival.
Interview feature with Martin Ellerby and Foden's Band
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Martin Ellerby as he works with Foden's Band and conductor James Gourlay ahead of their RNCM Festival performance.
Interview feature with Philip Wilby, Dorothy Gates and Tredegar Band
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composers Philip Wilby and Dorothy Gates as well as MD Ian Porthouse of Tredegar Band ahead of their performance at the RNCM Festival
Interview feature with the James University Band
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Kevin Stees and members of the James Madison University Brass Band from the USA about their trip to the RNCM Festival.
