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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.




Brighouse

Brighouse principal is lead off for Banding Together

September 17 • In a new PR profile initiative for the event, Tom Smith talks about his link to the National Championships at the Royal Albert Hall.


Norway

Concerto test for Norwegian elite

September 17 • Flavours of Rumba, Ravel and riotous ostriches courtesy of Derek Bourgeois will test the Elite Division contenders at the 2026 Norwegian National Championships.


National Championships

2026 Regional Championship test-piece announced

September 17 • Works by Martin Ellerby, Andrew Wainwright, Philip Harper, Gordon Langford and Eric Ball will test bands in their qualification bids for the Albert Hall and Cheltenham next year.


1st Old Boys

Report & Result: 2025 BrassFest Enniskillen

September 17 • 1st Old Boys lead the way in Enniskillen as new event proves to be a huge hit with local listeners.


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Dobcross Silver Band - Milnrow Band

Sunday 21 September • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards Big Band

Friday 26 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. WC1 2DJ W1C2DJ


Brass Bands England - The Brass Band Conference

Saturday 27 September • Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham DH1 4BE


Haverhill Silver Band

September 17 • Haverhill Silver Band (Championship Section) seeks a FRONT ROW CORNET (position negotiable). This is a superb opportunity to join East Anglia's premier brass band for the L&SC area contest, the Senior Cup, Whit Friday and beyond.


Cheltenham Silver Band

September 16 • Required:. Musical Director : Cheltenham Silver Academy Band Following the relocation of our current conductor we are looking for a progressive, passionate and dedicated individual to lead our Academy Band, and to support our continued improvement.


Chinnor Silver

September 16 • We need a Bass player (either Bb or Eb) and a percussionist to join our happy team! The band is promoted to the first section in 2026 and were also 2025 Second section National Finalists. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings in our own bandroom in Chinnor


Alan Fernie

DRSAM, Dip.NCOS
Arranger, composer, adjudicator, conductor


               

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