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wARDLE

Report & Result: 2018 Hardraw Scar Festival

September 11, 2018
Not even the inclement weather can put off Wardle Anderson Brass and Leyburn heading the open air honours at the famous contest in the Yorkshire Dales.


Cory Celbrate

An absolute stunner!

September 10, 2018
It was 'superlative playing', on a 'fantastic performance' that was ' completely brilliant and moving' that according to the judges saw Cory claim the 2018 British Open title...


brindle

Report & Result: 2018 Doctor Martin Wainstones Cup

September 10, 2018
Rainford feel brilliant after their visit to the Doctor in Yarm as they claim the silverware and the hefty prize package under Gareth Brindle's direction.


Philip Harper Shield

Report & Result: 2018 British Open

September 08, 2018
A scintillating contest was won in memorable fashion by a remarkable band at Symphony Hall — as Cory under Philip Harper claimed their seventh British Open title.


Brass BANDS eNGLAND

Brass Bands England set for British Open debut

September 07, 2018
The team from Brass Bands England will be on hand at the British Open to showcase their preparation work for an exciting new future...


Bolsover

Bolsover announces new brochure for 2019 enrolment on leading Summer School course

September 07, 2018
The Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School course has announced the launch of its 2019 brochure and website — with the opportunity to be one of the first people to enrol for next year.


Brighosue

Bands get ready for British Open

September 07, 2018
Its all about last minute preparations to get ready for the 166th British Open Championship this weekend...


Carlton

Carlton opt for Universal appeal for Open challenge

September 06, 2018
Carlton Main Frickley is holding an open rehearsal with a difference in Birmingham ahead of their Symphony Hall challenge — with some great concert help from some Swiss friends...


British Open

British Open in Twofour time...

September 06, 2018
The proceedings at the British Open will be filmed by the award winning Twofour television production company this year for a future Sky Arts series.


Brassed Off

4BR British Open Brassed Off! quiz

September 06, 2018
Win two tickets to hear Grimethorpe Colliery Band accompanying the iconic film 'Brassed Off!' at Symphony Hall on Friday night


Harper

Cory ready for Brussels challenge

September 05, 2018
The former champion will be showcasing its Brussels Requiem ahead of its Symphony Hall challenge.


Brass BANDS eNLAND

Brass Bands England launches new website

September 05, 2018
New website aims to create a much more integrated and user friendly resource for Brass Bands England to aid current and potential new members.


Tredegar

Tredegar ready to showcase Brussels prep work

September 05, 2018
Tredegar will be holding its open rehearsal on Bert Appermont's test piece away from its usual home.


Bradwell

Anonymous boost for Bradwell trip to Cheltenham

September 05, 2018
The London & Southern Counties Fourth Section champion Bradwell Silver has received a wonderful boost from an unknown supporter as they prepare for Cheltenham.


British Open

Fancy a polo in Brum?

September 05, 2018
Musicwearetc has produced souvenir British Open polo shirts for the big contest at Symphony Hall on the weekend. So why not go along and pick up one to show off to your friends...


radio

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

September 05, 2018
Chris Helme returns with more super brass band music from the heart of Yorkshire


Brussels

British Open test piece review — A Brussels Requiem

September 04, 2018
4BR Editor Iwan Fox takes a closer look at the forthcoming British Open test-piece...


mTROPOLIS

4BR Shop: Pre-order Metropolis 1927: Black Dyke's latest CD release on the Naxos label

September 04, 2018
You can now place your order for Black Dyke's latest CD — celebrating the 60th birthday of composer Peter Graham.


ibbss

Deposit interest for IBBSS

September 04, 2018
The International Brass Band Summer School is already taking deposits from players wishing to book their place on their exciting 2019 course in Swansea.


Johnstone

Audience gives top marks for Brass Showcase initiative

September 04, 2018
The audience at the Brass Showcase event in Johnstone enjoyed a great day of music making from four inventive bands...


uNIbRASS

Twin attractions at Bangor for UniBrass

September 04, 2018
The 2019 UniBrass Championships will be hosted in two venues at Bangor University next year.


Codi

Welsh composers gain creative pathway

September 04, 2018
14 Welsh and Wales based composers will gain invaluable creative opportunities with Composer Pathway Initiative.


Kench

Kench is ideal candidate for Wakefield Metropolitan

September 04, 2018
Peter Kench takes over as Musical Director of the Wakefield Metropolitan Band in Yorkshire.


Percussion

Cheltenham National Finals percussion lists

September 04, 2018
The comprehensive list of percussion equipment that will be on hand and foot to be hit, stroked, caressed and clashed at Cheltenham has been announced.


World pf Brass

Radio: World of Brass

September 04, 2018
More great brass band music from John Maines to enjoy.




Blackpool

Darwen disqualification at North West Regional Championships

February 25 • A player registration infringement has seen Darwen Brass disqualified from first place at the Fourth Section North West Regional Championships.


Winter Gardens

Results: 2025 North West Regional Championships

February 23 • It's nine wins on the trot for Foden's whilst victories go to Tyldesley, Middleton, Dobcross and Red Admiral Brass at the Winter Gardens.


Test Pieces

4BR Area coverage

February 22 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox has confirmed a different approach to coverage of the Regional Championship events.


Blackpool

North West Area line-ups

February 21 • The bands will put their final preparations in place ahead of their performances in Blackpool on Sunday.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal College of Music Sackbut Ensemble

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Welsh Guards

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Newstead Brass - Midlands Championships Preview Evening

Sunday 23 February • Summit Centre . Kirkby in Ashfield . Nottinghamshire NG17 7LL


Contest: North West Regional Championships

Sunday 23 February • Winter Gardens Complex, Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HU


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 28 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

February 20 • Reading Band still needs LOWER BRASS for the 4th section contest at Stevenage on Saturday 15th March! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Boarshurst Silver Band

February 17 • Boarshurst Silver Band, NW Championship Section, requires a BBb player, flugel, and front row cornet player. Under MD Jamie Prophet, the band have an ambitious and varied calendar for 2025, including NW Area, Spring Festival and Whit Friday.


Mid Rhondda Band

February 14 • Mid Rhondda Band are looking for the following players : Front Row Cornet, Solo Trombone, Eb Bass, Kit and Tuned Percussionists. The band will be competing in the 3rd Section at the Welsh Area. Contest & concert engagements in the diary for 2025


Sandy Smith


Conductor, teacher, adjudicator and arranger


               

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