News / 2019
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Bolsover Festival seeks global appeal
August 31, 2019
The free live-stream broadcast Bolsover Festival of Brass looks to gain record appeal.
Black Dyke to hold Dynasty rehearsal
August 31, 2019
Black Dyke will be holding their British Open open rehearsal ahead of their Symphony Hall challenge.
GUS link with new composer in residence
August 31, 2019
The GUS Band has announced a Composer in Residence musical partnership with Mike Sheppard.
Whitburn to showcase Dynasty challenge
August 31, 2019
The Scottish Open champion will be showcasing their British Open preparations ahead of their Symphony Hall challenge.
New lead as Parc & Dare look to the future
August 31, 2019
One of the most famous names in Welsh banding is looking towards the future under the new lead of Lewis Wilkinson.
Tewit's floral triumph in France
August 31, 2019
Flower power helps Tewit Band to a great cross channel success in France.
First march contest to be held in Emmental
August 31, 2019
There will be a bit of the Whit Friday ethos at play in Switzerland next month with the first Emmental March Contest in Oberburg.
Pallister takes principal role at Ratby
August 31, 2019
Luke Pallister is set to become the new principal cornet at Ratby Co-operative Band following a final Open appearance with Leyland.
New MD pops up at Towcester
August 31, 2019
Peter Wain makes a welcome return as MD at Towcester Studio Band as Neil Brownless take time to study.
Special occasion for Coalburn ahead of Cheltenham
August 31, 2019
The Coalburn Band organisation is to showcase its playing talents as they look forward to adding to their National CV.
Lindley signings add to second half strength
August 31, 2019
The Lindley Band has added two new players to the ranks ahead of the second half of the contesting season.
Yamaha support brass band youth development in Germany
August 31, 2019
A four day course supported by Yamaha is being held to lead to the setting up of the first German Youth Brass Band.
Capital gains in the City of London
August 31, 2019
A new brass band has been formed right in the heart of London.
4BR Shop: Odyssey Symphonique cornet
August 29, 2019
There is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on a brilliant cornet at a remarkable price — thanks to a small mistake. It will also save you nearly £350!
A fine life recalled with love and respect
August 29, 2019
The life and work of the hugely respected sound engineer Richard Scott was recalled with deep affection at his funeral service in Stockport this week.
Cory invest in youth ahead of Open defence
August 28, 2019
The defending British Open champion signs two talented youngsters as they prepare to head to Symphony Hall to defend their title.
New venue for Dutch Open in 2020
August 28, 2019
The poplar Dutch Open Championships will be held at the De Oosterpoort concert hall in Groningen next year.
River City Brass honoured to remember victims of terrorist attack
August 28, 2019
River City Brass will help lead the commemorative service to the innocent lives lost in the United Airlines Flight 93 of September 11th 2001.
Facebook fame for tuba solo
August 28, 2019
Sarah Billard's 'Flowerdale' solo performance at the recent International Brass Band Summer School in Swansea has been seen all around the banding world.
Pontardulais looks to next generation and beyond...
August 28, 2019
The Pontardulais Band will be hosting a free 'Open Day & Workshop' next month — targeted at getting the next generation of young brass players up and running...
Free profile initiative lead in Sheffield aims for audience connection
August 28, 2019
The Sheffield Brass Network will be hosting a free initiative to help bands in their region enhance their media profile and audience links.
Interview with Kenny Crookston, CEO of Brass Bands England: Part 2
August 28, 2019
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Brass Bands England CEO Kenny Crookston about what he believes have been some of the organisation's achievements during the past year...
Battle of the Brass Bands continues tonight
August 27, 2019
The second episode of the Sky Arts series is being aired tonight, with the spotlight on the 2018 British Open Championship.
4BR Bank Holiday Quiz: The winner
August 27, 2019
You had to come up with a pharaoh answer to win our Bank Holiday DVD quiz prize...
