News / 2019
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Norwegian entertainers set to take to Stavanger stages
November 01, 2019
54 Norwegian bands will showcase their particular brands of brass band entertainment in Stavanger on the weekend.
Job Opportunity: World of Sound
October 31, 2019
There is a job opportunity ready for someone with a passion for music making with recording specialists World of Sound
Sovereign opt for Turner lead for 2020 Area
October 31, 2019
Llwydcoed MD Chris Turner will lead Sovereign Brass at the Midlands Regional Championships.
Wychavon Festival looks forward to weekend of music making
October 31, 2019
The popular Wychavon Festival of Brass celebrates its 30th anniversary this weekend with concert, contest and firework performances.
New editor for British Bandsman magazine
October 31, 2019
British Bandsman magazine has announced the appointment of Mark Good as its new editor.
4BR Shop: Fire in the Blood (Paul Lovatt-Cooper)
October 31, 2019
Light the fire in your audience with one of the most popular concert works from the pen of composer Paul Lovatt-Cooper
Whitburn, Wallace and World Premieres
October 31, 2019
The renowned trumpet star John Wallace is to team up with Whitburn Band for a concert with world premieres at its heart.
Annan Town host cross border cooperation day
October 31, 2019
Players from both sides of Hadrian's Wall recently enjoyed a great day of tuition and inspiration led by players form Scottish champion the cooperation band.
Porthouse leads Lydney trainers young and old
October 31, 2019
Ian Porthouse and tutors from Welsh champion Tredegar lead a great training day for players of all ages and abilities in Lydney.
Cory and Black Dyke fly their brass band flags around the world
October 31, 2019
Two of the UK's finest bands are currently flying the best of British brass banding flags on their tours to the USA and Japan.
Higgins and Gregson nominated for Ivors Composer Awards
October 31, 2019
Gavin Higgins and Edward Gregson join other UK leading composers as nominees for this year's prestigious Ivors Composer Awards.
4BR Shop: Vincent Bach triple trumpet case with wheels
October 31, 2019
You can now ensure you carry your trumpets and cornets in style as well as safety with the superb triple instrument case from the world renowned Vincent Bach company.
French duet inspires German performers
October 30, 2019
Besson artists Bastien Baumet and Alexis Demailly inspire players from all over Germany in masterclass initiative in Jena.
14 bands ready to provide Border entertainment
October 30, 2019
There is a fine day of entertainment on offer at Kelso North Church with 14 bands looking to catch the fancy of the judges.
New Sovereign looks to future
October 30, 2019
A new management structure and team will spearhead Sovereign Brass as they look to take lead in the Midlands.
4BR Shop: Cornet solo: Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
October 30, 2019
Philip Littlemore's fantastic arrangement is the perfect early Chrsitmas prezzie for your band's principal cornet player...
Final touches in place for Foden's contest
October 30, 2019
Even the homemade cakes have been prepared for a record 135 players and supporters at this weekend's Foden's Solo, Duet & Quartet competition in Sandbach.
Oates ends Blidworth partnership
October 30, 2019
The two year musical partnership between conductor Simon Oates and Blidworth Welfare Band comes to an amicable end.
European conductors invited to apply for Palanga 2020
October 30, 2019
Conductors can now enter the 8th European Conductors Competition — with the chance to direct Paris Brass Band in their bid to win big prizes and future baton opportunities.
4BR Shop: Sabian XSR Promotional Cymbal Set
October 30, 2019
Ev-entz has a brilliant set of Sabian cymbals ready and waiting to be played on — and at a fantastic price.
First steps taken in charging case in Scotland
October 30, 2019
The first legal steps have been taken in challenging the imposition of charges for peripatetic music services in Scotland.
Dyke stars help celebrate 50 years of British Brass in Japan
October 30, 2019
Prof Nicholas Childs and Richard Marshall helped the remarkable British Brass Band celebrate half a century of musical making in Japan.
4BR Shop: Pound the Streets (Paul Lovatt-Cooper)
October 29, 2019
PLC's brilliant concert opener will guaranteed to get the feet moving of your audience...
Grimethorpe get it covered for Children in Need
October 29, 2019
Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be helping raise millions of pounds for the BBC's annual Children in Need appeal this year
Yorkshire rivals to join forces for 75th anniversary
October 29, 2019
There will be a rare chance to hear the combined forces of Brighouse & Rastrick and Black Dyke on stage together next year as part of the West Riding band's 75th annual concert celebrations.
