News / 2018
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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.
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...
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.
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 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 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.
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 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 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.
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
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 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 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.
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.
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: Sunday Bandstand
September 05, 2018
Chris Helme returns with more super brass band music from the heart of Yorkshire
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...
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.
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.
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...
Twin attractions at Bangor for UniBrass
September 04, 2018
The 2019 UniBrass Championships will be hosted in two venues at Bangor University next year.
Welsh composers gain creative pathway
September 04, 2018
14 Welsh and Wales based composers will gain invaluable creative opportunities with Composer Pathway Initiative.
Kench is ideal candidate for Wakefield Metropolitan
September 04, 2018
Peter Kench takes over as Musical Director of the Wakefield Metropolitan Band in Yorkshire.
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.
