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Brexit

Gregson marks Brexit with final chord

January 31, 2020
The composer who heralded the UKs entry into Europe with music has also marked its departure in the same way...


rugby

4BR Quiz: Six Nations brain tickler

January 31, 2020
Link up your knowledge of brass bands and rugby union to get your hands on six cracking CDs.


Brown

Leyland appoint student baritone lead

January 31, 2020
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire student Bethan Brown has become the new principal baritone at Leyland Band.


Oxford

Area preparations under Oxfordshire spotlight

January 31, 2020
There will be 34 bands taking the opportunity to showcase their Area preparations at the forthcoming Oxfordshire & District Brass Band Association contest.


Arnold

4BR Shop: Arnold & Sons Trombone 6 1/2 mouthpiece

January 31, 2020
A fantastic tenor trombone mouthpiece at a fantastic price...


Stevange

London & Southern Counties Area line-ups announced

January 31, 2020
There will be a busy weekend of action in Stevenage in March as bands look to book their place at the Albert Hall and Cheltenham.


Bugle

Bugle signals call to trans-Atlantic arms

January 31, 2020
The famous West of England Bandsmans Festival is open for entries who wish to claim the silverware on offer in Cornwall — including the first band from the USA.


Consett

The next generation of Consett goers

January 31, 2020
The Geneva Group helps inspire yet more children to take up brass banding in County Durham area.


Mead

Kremlin connection for Mead

January 29, 2020
Steven Mead will head to Russia this week to perform in St Petersburg and Moscow — with the promise of trip to the heart of Putin's power...


Glokc

4BR Shop: Majestic Concert Glock

January 28, 2020
A Majestic glockenspiel at a majestic price saving from Band Supplies....


Ray Farr

Easington announces new conducting team for contest assaults

January 28, 2020
Daniel Brooks and Ray Farr will spearhead the Area and Spring Festival challenges of Easington Colliery Band


Sheppard

New role for Sheppard at GUS

January 28, 2020
The GUS Band has strengthened its musical connection to composer Mike Sheppard.


Newhall Band

Newhall looks forward to exciting 2020

January 28, 2020
The Newhall Band has come through a difficult period to emerge with renewed confidence for the year ahead.


lefreque

4BR Shop: 33mm lefreQue harmonic bridge plates (red brass)

January 28, 2020
The Euphonium Store provides the ideal products to keep improving your sound...


Hallas

Hallas reaches final chord with Emley

January 28, 2020
After 17 years together, Garry Hallas will conduct the Emley Band for the last time on a contest stage at the forthcoming Yorkshire Regional Championships.


rADIO

Radio: Sounds of Brass

January 28, 2020
Trombones are to the fore this week with Philip Hunt.


Crofton

Report & Results: 2020 Brass in the Wire and British Open Youth

January 27, 2020
Crofton Silver lead the way in Warrington as Longridge, BD1 Brass, Thornton Cleveleys, Goldborne and Youth Brass 2000 get an early season contest boost of confidence.


festival

Critical acclaim telegraphs RNCM Festival success

January 27, 2020
The 2020 RNCM Brass Band Festival has gained widespread critical acclaim — something Artistic Director Paul Hindmarsh has spoken of with pride.


Todmodern

Future looks brighter for rare community bandstand

January 24, 2020
An Edwardian bandstand in Todmorden could once again become a hub of community music making thanks to the commitment and dedication of a local support group.


Care

4BR Shop: Band Supplies Care Kits

January 24, 2020
Great little care kits for cornet, trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba and even French horn...


SBBA

SBBA AGM forms part of Learning Festival Day in Falkirk this weekend.

January 24, 2020
The Scottish Brass Band Association enters its 125th year with more to learn as well as celebrate this weekend...


rncm

RNCM Festival set to showcase artistic talents

January 23, 2020
The RNCM Brass Band Festival — packed with world class talent, music and discussions will take place this weekend.


noe

North of England judges announced

January 23, 2020
The panel of judges who will make the all important National Final qualification decisions in Durham has been announced.


Rosetti

4BR Shop: Rosetti Series 5 Eb alto trombone

January 23, 2020
A great little instrument ideal for the early leaner or a more experienced performer with a niche to fill...


Hands

The Price is right at Tewkesbury

January 23, 2020
Andrea Price becomes the new Musical Director at Tewkesbury Town Band.




Bathgate

Report & Result: 2026 Brass at Beamish March & Hymn Tune contest

June 23 • All beaming smiles for Bathgate as they retain their grip on the popular march and hymn tune title.


Milnrow

Report & Result: 2026 Blackburn & Darwen March & Hymn Tune

June 23 • Milnrow adds to British Open contesting funds with double top victory in Darwen.


Flowers band celebrating their historic European triumph

World Rankings: June 2026

June 22 • Flowers bloom as Gloucester band reach No. 1 in the world after historic European triumph.


GUS Bugle

Results: 2026 West of England Bandsmen's Festival

June 21 • The GUS Band reclaims the famous Royal Trophy for the first time in 71 years on a wonderful day of music making in the sunshine in Bugle.


Barnsley Brass - Black Dyke Band

Thursday 25 June • St Mary's Church. Church Street. Barnsley S70 2AH


Regent Hall Concerts - Junior Guildhall Brass Band

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Royal Sackbut Collective

Friday 26 June • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Mossley Band

Sunday 28 June • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Regent Hall Concerts - Central Band of the RAF

Thursday 2 July • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Lostock Hall Brass Band

June 23 • Could you be the kit player to make our percussion team complete? . We would love to hear from you.. with National Finals in September and promotion to the North West 1st Section from January 2027 there is so much to look forward too .


Lostock Hall Brass Band

June 23 • Lostock Hall Memorial Brass Band, 2026 North West 2nd Section champions, seek applications for a vibrant, enthusiastic Musical Director to continue to develop and grow the band. . National Finals in September and Promotion to the 1st Section in 2027


Darwen Brass

June 22 • Darwen Brass have vacancies for 2nd Euph, and Bass, Bb and Eb.


John Maines

BA (Hons)
Presenter, compere and conductor


               

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