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Gregson

4BR Interview with Edward Gregson

April 05, 2020
To coincide with the release of the latest CD featuring his works, 4BR talks to composer Edward Gregson.


Violet Brand

Death of Violet Brand MBE

April 05, 2020
The death has been announced of Violet Brand MBE a pioneering figure in the teaching of literacy and an important figure in the banding movement.


David Thornton

Thornton's daily tips... No 3

April 05, 2020
David Thornton is providing 4BR with some daily tips to help players with their playing during the enforced period of self distancing and home isolation.


Seaside

Foden's socially distance for their Seaside Rendezvous...

April 05, 2020
Foden's have enjoyed a fun trip to the seaside — all well within the current social distancing guidelines of course...


Aobba

Judges issue recommendations following Midlands results mix-up

April 05, 2020
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators has issued a short statement plus a set of recommendations for both its members and contest organisers following the unfortunate Midlands Area results mix-up.


RNCM

The World Rejoicing...

April 03, 2020
Study scores and conductor scores of Edward Gregson's latest major championship work will be available from the publisher later this month.


Withingtn

4BR Interview with Allan Withington

April 03, 2020
In a new series of major interviews with leading conductors, players and personalities around the banding world, 4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with Stavanger MD, Allan Withington.


Cornet

Student initiative seeks solo entries

April 03, 2020
A new on-line solo competition is being organised by an enterprising University of Salford music student — so why not give it ago.


John Doyle

Doyle takes lead at Milnrow

April 03, 2020
John Doyle becomes the new Musical Director at Milnrow Band.


Camborne

New Craze hits Camborne...

April 03, 2020
A revamped duo will lead the way at Camborne as Andrew Craze joins the conducting team set-up.


Banner

National Final test-pieces delayed

April 03, 2020
The announcement of the test-pieces for Cheltenham and London will now by made in mid-April.


Bolsover

Bolsover International Summer School moves to 2021

April 03, 2020
The 2020 Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School has been moved to a new date in 2021.


Ian Porthouse

Porthouse Pointers No 2

April 03, 2020
Ian Porthouse puts Harry through his daily practice paces — this time with the focus on articulation.


Harper

4BR Interview with Philip Harper

April 02, 2020
In a new series of major interviews with leading conductors, players and personalities around the banding world, 4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with Cory MD, Philip Harper...


Russell Gray

5 minute masterclass with Russell Gray No 2

April 02, 2020
Russell Gray provides another mini masterclass on the art of conducting...


wEBSRTER

Get ready for some home practice with Roger Webster

April 02, 2020
Brass Bands England is holding its latest on-line development programme with Dr Roger Webster this evening — so make sure you sign up fast.


nEW zEALAND

New Zealand President looks forward to Championships

April 02, 2020
Despite the ongoing Coronvarius pandemic the New Zealand National Championships are hopefully very much on the banding calendar according to its President.


Foden

Foden's launch on-line Brass Music Festival

April 02, 2020
Foden's hope to get players from all over the world involved in their latest musical initiative.


Dunne

Dunne takes the helm at Lydney

April 02, 2020
Thomas Dunne becomes the new Musical Director of Lydney Town Band.


Slatash

Saltash youngsters maintain uniformed standards

April 02, 2020
Lowena and Neythen Powell-Jones of Saltash Town Band have been setting the perfect playing example to their fellow band members...


National Band

New Zealand banding picks its latest All Blacks

April 02, 2020
The Brass Band Association of New Zealand has announced the latest squad of players who will proudly become members of its National Band.


Swiss

Swiss inspired by Cory lead

April 01, 2020
Brass Band Berner Oberland and Brass Band Sursilvana are inspired to follow Cory Band with some great uplifting music to be enjoyed by brass band lovers around the globe.


The compettion

Newtown contest falls to pandemic

April 01, 2020
The popular Newtown March & Open-Air Contest is another popular event that has had to be cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic.


Amboise

French Open Championship cancelled

April 01, 2020
The popular French Open Championships in Amboise is the latest brass band contest to be cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic.


cAMUS

Top Army brass offer player support

April 01, 2020
Players from the three professional brass bands in the British Army are offering free one to one lessons to help players looking at a military musical career.




Black Dyke

Black Dyke feature in Bradford cultural celebration

June 8 • The Queensbury Band has been featured in a BBC 'Travel Show' programme that celebrates the rejuvenation of Bradford as the 2025 UK City of Culture.


Elgar festival of brass

Top trio attracts audiences to Malvern

June 7 • There are still tickets left if you want to enjoy Cory, Black Dyke and Foden's in performance in Malvern


Perth

Entries now open for Scottish Festival of Brass brace

June 7 • Bands can now enter the popular Band Supplies Scottish Challenge Shield and Scottish Open sponsored by Besson.


Cambrian Brass

New band to be formed in Aberystwyth

June 7 • Cambrian Brass to provide a welcoming, inclusive home for players with the aim of competing at the Welsh Area in 2026.


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


Rushden Town Band

June 8 • 2nd Trombone - come and join our amazing trombone section in Rushden Town Band. A varied engagement schedule as well as a tour every other year.


Rushden Town Band

June 8 • B flat bass position for this fun-loving, 1st Section East Midlands band. Varied engagement schedule including a tour every other year.


Chinnor Silver

June 7 • Our Community Band is meeting on Monday {9th} and would welcome anyone who fancies an extra friendly rehearsal,with coffee and cake involved.. We rehearse in our bandroom at 11am its free and it open to all abilities.. No commitment required.


Mark Wilkinson


Cornet Soloist, Teacher, Adjudicator, Conductor


               

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