News / 2018
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Houlding prepares for final Brum baton
February 07, 2018
Chris Houlding will be making his final conducting appearance as Head of Brass at one of the first brass band concerts at the new concert hall of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
Concerto visit to USA for Baker
February 07, 2018
Brett Baker is currently in the USA to add to his list of Concerto recordings
Report & Results: 2018 Durham County BBA Festival of Brass
February 07, 2018
North Skelton, Jayess Newbiggin and Houghton Area Youth lead the way at an excellent early season contest opener in Peterlee.
Taste the rainbow — Lydney trainers and starters gain prize winning success
February 07, 2018
A skittles night with a difference saw lots of talented Lydney youngsters gain well-deserved awards.
Report & Results: 2018 Wantage Silver Band — Solo, Duet & Quartet
February 07, 2018
Over 60 players took part in Wantage Silver's recent 'Inner Band' competition — with plenty of fantastic playing on show.
Pankhurst plays musical role in suffrage anniversary
February 06, 2018
Composer Lucy Pankhurst has helped commemorate the 100th anniversary of one of the most important acts of British democracy.
Brass Bands England advertise £50k CEO role
February 06, 2018
The person who will lead Brass Bands England will be paid £50,000 a year to meet the organisation's ambitious plans for the future.
Kirkintilloch forced to drop out of Scottish Championship
February 06, 2018
The former five time champion has taken the difficult decision not to compete at the forthcoming Scottish Championship as they look to retain Grand Shield status and build for future.
Brass for Heroes
February 06, 2018
The charity concert returns to help raise funds for those who put their lives on the line in our Armed Forces.
Any extra percussion in your band?
February 06, 2018
If you mistakenly picked up some extra percussion equipment at Butlins then can you contact Ray Paine to give it back please.
Every little helps for Elland
February 05, 2018
Elland Silver Band gains a bagful of cash from Tesco's community grant scheme.
Death of Paul Martyn
February 05, 2018
The death has been announced of the popular brass band recording specialist Paul Martyn.
Youth and experience added to Virtuosi GUS line-up
February 05, 2018
Two new signings add to the ranks at Virtuosi GUS ahead of Area title defence.
Ifton look towards Swansea with new signings
February 05, 2018
Ifton Colliery Band has welcomed two new signings as they look towards their Welsh Area debuts.
Change of date for Wychavon Festival of Brass
February 05, 2018
The popular contest moves from October to November.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand
February 05, 2018
More great music to send out to the banding world from Chris Helme in the heartland of Yorkshire...
Special event to remember Frank Bryce
February 04, 2018
A special event will be held later this month to remember the musician Frank Bryce.
Some things never change...
February 04, 2018
The familiar concerns of today have also been the concerns of yesteryear...
Heritage plans for future
February 04, 2018
Test Valley's new MD is looking forward not back following his appointment as Musical Director.
4BR Interview: The future of brass band broadcasting
February 02, 2018
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks about the future of brass band broadcasting with Tim Mutum and Philip Hunt at the recent RNCM Brass Band Festival.
Deep in the Forest a new contest stirs...
February 02, 2018
A brand new contest in the beautiful heart of the Forest of Dean hopes to attract plenty of entertaining visitors.
Get to the Saxhorn Fest in Salford
February 02, 2018
If you are anywhere near the University of Salford tomorrow then get along and enjoy a day of Saxhorn fun and music making
Great response to Black Dyke workshop
February 02, 2018
There has already been a great response to the Black Dyke workshop day run by Market Rasen band at Lincoln Minster School in April — so be quick to sign up not to miss out.
Van Looy takes up residence in Salford
February 02, 2018
The Belgian euphonium virtuoso has accepted the role of International Brass Tutor in Residence at the University of Salford.
