News / 2017
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Performance of Lode Violet
February 07, 2017
The opportunity to enjoy the performance of 'From a Sepia Photograph' by Bramwell Tovey performed by Lode Violet and Foden's Band.
Interview with Gavin Higgins
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Gavin Higgins abut the success of his major ballet work Dark Arteries and his plans for the future.
Interview with Rex Richardson
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the American trumpet star ahead of his performance at the RNCM Brass Band Festival
Interview with James Gourlay
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to James Gourlay about his work and career in Pittsburgh in the USA and his plans for 2017 and way, way beyond...
Interview with Garry Cutt
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Fairey MD Garry Cutt to find out more about their programme at the recent RNCM Festival and his hopes and aspirations for his band over the coming twelve months.
Interview with Helen Williams
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Cory flugel star Helen Williams about a memorable 2016 and her hopes and aims for the forthcoming contest season.
Interview with Ludovic Neurohr
February 07, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Swiss composer Ludovic Neurohr about his plans for an inclusive music festival to be held in his home country.
2017 RNCM Brass Band Festival interviews and features
February 07, 2017
4BR looks back with interviews and features at the highlights of the recent RNCM Brass Band Festival in Manchester
London & Southern Counties runners set for National qualification battles
February 07, 2017
The list of competing bands at this year's London & Southern Counties Regional Championship have been announced.
Harper on his bike...
February 07, 2017
Cory MD Philip Harper to don the lyrca to help get Cory to Ostend to defend their European title.
Fancy joining Foden's for University challenge?
February 07, 2017
If you want to improve your playing then why not join the players of Foden's at Keele University to add extra marks to your music grades...
Bag a Besson Bargain at John Packer
February 07, 2017
There is a great opportunity to bag some great Besson cornet bargains at John Packer at the moment.
Bremner to bid National farewell
February 07, 2017
The driving force behind the rise of New Zealand National Champion Wellington Brass is to step down from his role as MD after this year's National contest in its home city.
Report & Results: 2017 Norwegian National Championships
February 04, 2017
Eikanger retains the Norwegian title in memorable fashion in Bergen to secure place at 2018 European Championships as there are also victories to celebrate long into the night for Tertnes, Radoy, Sorum, Nes and Krohnengen Old Stars.
World Rankings — February update
February 04, 2017
Virtuosi GUS's win at Butlins sees the Midlands-based band march in to top 10.
Cory set for BBC Radio 3 RNCM showcase
February 02, 2017
Cory's concert from the RNCM Brass Band Festival in Manchester last Sunday will be aired this evening.
2017 Action Medical Research Youth Entertainment details announced
February 02, 2017
The list of the competing bands who will take part at next weekend's 2017 Action Medical Youth Research Entertainment Championships of Great Britain has been announced.
American ban on Norwegian tenor horn player
February 02, 2017
A tenor horn player with dual Norwegian/Iranian nationality is currently barred from entering the USA to play in a brass band contest.
World Championship judges announced
February 02, 2017
The judges who will take the all important decisions at the forthcoming World Music Contest in Kerkrade have been announced.
Results: 2017 West Wales Solo & Ensemble Day
February 02, 2017
There were plenty of great young players showcasing their talents in Burry Port recently for the West Wales Solo & Ensemble Day.
Hardraw Scar hoping for a flood of entries
February 02, 2017
The famous Hardraw Scar contest is hoping to gain another full filed of bands wishing to perform at the iconic outdoor venue.
Kippax offer test piece showcase
February 02, 2017
The Kippax Band is offering the chance to hear the First, Second, Third and Fourth Section Area test-pieces for free at a forthcoming run-out event
Yorkshire Area announces field of runners and riders
February 02, 2017
There will be plenty of great contest action in Huddersfield Town Hall next month for the Yorkshire Regional Championships.
Bugle call goes out for 2017 entries
February 02, 2017
One of the iconic outdoor brass band contests in the world is looking for entries for this year's event.
Verwood helps Katie up to free wheeling speed
February 02, 2017
The generosity of Verwood Concert Brass has helped one of their own young players enjoy a greater sense of freedom.
