News / 2018
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Are you in the market for a bass trombone?
June 22, 2018
If you are looking for a pro level bass trombone then John Packer has one ready and waiting for a new home...
Muggeridge takes Flight with life saving CD
June 22, 2018
Former Fairey Band baritone player Keith Muggeridge has launched a fund raising CD to say thank you to the brilliant Air Ambulance Service that helped save his life.
Report & Result: 2018 Hebden Bridge March & Hymn Tune
June 22, 2018
Hammonds make Knight work of defending their Hebden Bridge title under MD Morgan Griffiths.
Swiss planning in the detail for 2019
June 22, 2018
It already looks like the 2019 European Championships will be run with the efficiency and precision of the best Swiss watches...
4BR Shop: Special offer
June 21, 2018
If you are looking for a handy and sturdy flugel horn stand for just 20 quid, then make sure you go to the 4BR Shop and bag yourself a a great little deal...
A4 set for three additions
June 21, 2018
The award winning A4 Quartet will be heading on their tour travels over the next month or so with performances booked in Finland, Lithuania and Switzerland
New brace at Camborne
June 21, 2018
Cornish band announces two new signings to bolster their playing ranks.
Hawley steps down at Matlock
June 21, 2018
The experienced Geoff Hawley steps down from his MD role at Matlock Band due to ongoing health issues.
Abele and willing to succeed at Rockingham
June 21, 2018
Andrew Abele has been become the new principal cornet signing at the Rockingham Band in Yorkshire.
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Tovey honoured in bricks and mortar
June 21, 2018
Bramwell Tovey's 18 year tenure at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra has been marked with a fitting tribute to his commitment to the musical education of the next generations of young players...
Project findings highlight inexcusable lack of female compositions
June 20, 2018
Figures compiled by a new report show that 95% of classical music concerts only feature works by men.
SBBA continues to sow seeds for sustainable grass roots future
June 20, 2018
The Scottish Brass Band Association is helping to strengthen the grass roots future of banding with investment in youth.
Report & Result: 2018 Morley March & Hymn Tune
June 20, 2018
Yorkshire Imps prove to be march wizards amid the contest traffic as they claim the honours, the money and the silverware at the popular Morley contest.
All that glitters...
June 20, 2018
John Packer Ltd has a fantastic range of golden Denis Wick mutes ready to be played...
Report & Results: 2018 Brass at Beamish March & Hymn Tune
June 19, 2018
There was a great deal of quality traditional march and hymn tune playing on show at the popular Beamish Museum in County Durham.
Coalburn's Got Talent — plenty of it!
June 19, 2018
Simon Cowell should have been in Coalburn as the band's 'Talent' showcased their brilliant playing.
Report & Results: 2018 Holme Valley Solo & Ensemble
June 19, 2018
There were some stunning performances to enjoy at the Hade Edge bandroom on the weekend.
White joins adjudication association
June 19, 2018
Sheona White is the latest high profile recruit to join the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators
Superb UK deals on Besson 180th Anniversary instruments
June 19, 2018
UkBrassHire has a number of limited edition Besson 180th anniversary instruments available to buy or hire — so get in touch now not to miss out.
Pennine partnership adds extra levels of musical Strata
June 18, 2018
A new musical partnership between Pennine Music and Strata Brass will give customers the chance to sample new releases with an authentic sound...
Inside information gives brass bands Radio 3 boost
June 18, 2018
Not all is lost on the BBC for brass bands if we can get more insight and passion for the medium from the likes of conductor Greg Beardsall.
Bolsover announces 2018 draws
June 17, 2018
The draws for the 2018 Bolsover Festival of Brass have been announced.
Report & Results: 2018 West of England Bandsmans Contest
June 17, 2018
The Bugle call of victory is sounded for a 31st time for St Dennis as they take the honours at Molinnis Park, as Bodmin, Camborne Junior, Bugle, Okehampton, St Austell Youth and Soundhouse Brass Juniors claim section awards.
