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Shirebrook

New Shirebrook contest announced for 2021

June 18, 2020
The popular Shirebrook Contest will return in 2021 with Sunday concert series still under review.


Sign

Musicians urged to petition Government for Arts sector assistance

June 18, 2020
A petition has been launched to get the Government to publish what financial help will be given to the arts and culture sector once the COVID-19 lockdown is lifted.


nybbs

Scottish Youth start on-line prep work for Grand Finale

June 18, 2020
The music has been sent out to the 116 youngsters of the three levels of the National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland to preparing for their virtual on-line concert in August.


radio

Radio: IBB & Friends

June 18, 2020
It's the turn of Swiss trombone star Lionel Fumeaux to talk Italian over the air waves this week.


Houlding

Houlding on for BBE session

June 18, 2020
The hugely respected professional performer and educator will be delving into the topic of 'Practice techniques and preparation for auditions and solo performance' on this evening's BBE webinar presentation'.


Mike Lovatt

Fancy eclipsing Mike Lovatt?

June 17, 2020
There are just 3 days to go to get your part of David Lancaster's 'Eclipse' composition recorded and sent in — and you can be joining the great Mike Lovatt at the Harrogate International Festival.


bRASSFEST

Queen inspires fat bottomed banding response

June 17, 2020
BrassFestUK's 'Isolation Video' initiative has been a great hit around the banding world.


Holst

Classic test-pieces revisited No 3: A Moorside Suite

June 17, 2020
Prof Stephen Allen takes an in depth look at one of the classic works for the brass band medium — 'A Moorside Suite' by Gustav Holst


Wainwright

New International Composer Competition launched

June 17, 2020
A new competition inspired by Andrew Wainwright is looking to showcase works for the brass band medium in an innovative way.


Bandstand

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

June 17, 2020
Water, water everywhere this week.... from the Old Ancient Mariner himself in the heart of Yorkshire, Chris Helme


West of England

Royal patronage extended at Bugle

June 16, 2020
Price Charles will continue to support the famous West of England Bandsmen's Festival in Bugle.


Carol

Interview with Carol Jarvis

June 16, 2020
4BR catches up with freelance professional trombone player Carol Jarvis to find out how she has been keeping busy during the lockdown period.


Band Supplies

Add an extra level of Prestige to your playing...

June 14, 2020
Buy a brand new Prestige cornet from Band Supplies and with your immediate delivery comes the chance to try it out with a Besson star of your choice...


Ross Dunne

5 minute masterclass with Ross Dunne No 3

June 14, 2020
Another session of invaluable tips in the masterclass series from horn player Ross Dunne...


Angel

New student composition competition looks for iconic inspiration

June 14, 2020
Student composers are being asked to be inspired by the North East of England


James

Class is permanent...

June 14, 2020
A Sunday treat from the great James Shepherd....


Brighouse

New recording partnership for Brighouse & Rastrick

June 14, 2020
A new collaboration will see Brighouse & Rastrick produce a series of releases with KMJ Recordings.


Meredith

Stars align in Fulham...

June 14, 2020
There's the best line-up of star talent to enjoy down at Fulham since the days of George Best, Bobby Moore and Rodney Marsh


Vaughan Williams

Themes of VW Variations explored in Musical Times

June 14, 2020
Prof Stephen Allen's research into Vaughan Williams's 'Variations for Brass Band' has now been published in 'The Musical Times'.


Cory

Cory launches new initiative to boost Welsh youth

June 13, 2020
The world's number 1 ranked band has the green light to spearhead a Youth Brass Weekend at the end of August to help inspire the next generation of brass band performers in Wales.


Lito

Interview with Lito Fontana

June 12, 2020
4BR catches up with the trombone star to find out more about how the Coronavirus pandemic has affected musical life in Italy and Austria.


Orchetras

Top orchestral conductors warn of devastated post Covid-19 landscape

June 11, 2020
Sir Simon Rattle and Sir Mark Elder have warned that orchestral music making in the UK faces an uncertain future with musicians left in the wilderness.


Florent Didier

Didier takes final bow with Paris

June 11, 2020
Florent Didier, the inspirational driving force behind the rise of Paris Brass Band has stepped down from his role as Musical & Artistic Director.


Woodhouse

Woodhouse signature heard across the world

June 11, 2020
A proud community band with a 167 year history has made sure its musical mark has been made across the world.


Hammonds

Walsh takes top euph role at Hammonds

June 11, 2020
The experienced Steven Walsh will take the solo euphonium seat at Hammonds Band as soon as they return to rehearsal and competitive action.




Gregson

Focus on Gregson's Choice on National eve

October 8 • The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by Ian Bousfield for an aperitif evening of music from the pen of Edward Gregson ahead of his Albert Hall challenge.


World of Brass

Cory and Baker CD brace launched

October 8 • The latest CD releases from Cory and Brett Baker will be on sale at the Royal Albert Hall this year.


4BR Preview

4BR Review — Episode 9

October 7 • Join the conversion with your views and opinions about the Royal Albert Hall National Final — who you think may win and what you feel should be done to secure its future.


the cooperation band

Half century mark for cooperation players

October 7 • Keith Johnstone and Ray Munday have just notched up 50 years of outstanding service to the brass band movement — with an appearance at the Albert Hall to help with the celebrations.


Regent Hall Concerts - Stately Brass Quintet

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Academy Symphonic Brass

Friday 10 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Autumn Concert

Saturday 11 October • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Contest: National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain

Saturday 11 October • The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, South Kensington, London SW7 2AP


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 14 October • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

October 8 • Our community band is meeting again 11am Monday 13th after completing our first gig.. We would love you to join us.We are a band of mixed abilities and welcome ALL players.. Blowing with us will not impact on your own band and its all free.


Welwyn Garden City Band

October 6 • We are a friendly & sociable Second Section Band with an exciting and varied Christmas season ahead. Due to an employment relocation, we have an immediate vacancy for a FRONT ROW CORNET player.


Tewit Silver Band

October 4 • Principal Eb Bass. Our established bass section are looking for a strong leader to elevate their performance - could that be you? We have an exciting contest schedule including the Scottish Open and and full set of new Besson basses!


Chris Wormald

B.Mus (Hons), LTCL, PGCE
Conductor, adjudicator, arranger


               

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