News / 2021
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Zero in on getting back to band with a Besson from Band Supplies
April 10, 2021
There is a 0% special offer on Besson Prestige and Sovereign models at Band Supplies — but be quick if you want to get your hands on one in time to get back to banding...
Interview with Tim De Maeseneer
April 10, 2021
4BR catches up with Belgian horn star, teacher and soloist Tim De Maeseneer as he embarks on leading an exciting new degree course open to brass band players at the LUCA School of Arts in Leuven.
Musschenga takes baton at De Bazuin Oenkerk
April 09, 2021
Jaap Musschenga has been appointed as the new Musical Director of Brassband De Bazuin Oenkerk.
Besson Fridays at Home: Episode 18
April 09, 2021
The Besson trio of Philip, Steven and Roger are joined by two trumpet and cornet stars making vital career moves at the right time.
New web presence for Black Dyke Band
April 08, 2021
The famous Queensbury Band enhances it community engagement with a new redesigned website presence.
Numbers up at Wantage
April 08, 2021
A fantastic youth recruitment drive and four new senior signings boost future prosperity for Wantage.
4BR Thursday Interview with Ian Porthouse
April 08, 2021
4BR talks to Ian Porthouse following the completion of the first three online days of the Easter course of National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain — and one packed full of numerous highlights.
We are the champions...
April 07, 2021
4BR talks to Sandy Smith about the formation of Champions of Brass — a new band made up of old friends ready to give audience music making to savour.
Whitburn to host 'Virtual Festival' contest for Scottish bands
April 07, 2021
Scottish bands invited to showcase their online talents for new domestic virtual competition.
BBE links up with the King of the Swingers
April 07, 2021
The fantastic Yamaha trumpet star Louis Dowdeswell will be leading Brass Bands England's latest Online Development Programme later this month — so book your place.
Bolsover finds Neish for tuba star
April 07, 2021
Besson tuba star Les Neish will be joining the staff at this year's Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School.
Music in the park — with a difference
April 07, 2021
The sound of the Langley Band will be heard in a local park for their community to enjoy — but not quite in the traditional way...
Keep an eye on the Crucible...
April 07, 2021
There will be a keen interest from brass band fans on what is happening both on as well as off the famous green baize at the World Snooker Championships this year...
4BR Wednesday interview with Carrie Boax
April 07, 2021
4BR talks to the President of the Scottish Brass Band Association to find out more about what the current and future Covid-19 landscape holds for the nation's bands.
Book up quickly for the fun foundation work
April 06, 2021
There is still time to sign up for the free BBE Brass Foundations workshop — but be quick...
Neverland fast approaching...
April 06, 2021
The latest BrassFestUK project will be launched for everyone to enjoy this weekend.
Media light shines on recovery support
April 06, 2021
Brass bands have managed to get a bit more media spotlight...
Get you entries in...
April 06, 2021
The closing date for EABBA Virtual Solo & Ensemble contest is fast approaching...
4BR Tuesday Interview with Helen Lee
April 06, 2021
4BR talks to Helen Lee, the Executive Officer of the Brass Band Association of New Zealand to find out more about the health of the banding nation as its national body celebrates its 90th anniversary
4BR Monday Interview with Andrew Coe
April 05, 2021
4BR talks to Andrew Coe, the Band Manager of Grimethorpe Colliery Band to find out more about their award from the Cultural Recovery Fund and why it is essential to safeguarding their post Covid-19 future.
Interview with Andrew Kershaw of the Queen Victoria's Consort Ensemble
April 04, 2021
4BR talks to Andrew Kershaw about a wonderful initiative that has brought the sound of traditional brass ensemble music to people in care homes and nursing homes in a new and brilliantly inventive presentation.
Healthy outlook for Doctor's contest
April 04, 2021
The popular and lucrative Dr Martin's Wainstone's Cup contest has been earmarked for the 12th September — so band's need to get their names on the prescription list.
Wobplay adds Mead recital to new series
April 04, 2021
The latest addition to the Wobplay recording platform is a brand new recital performance from Besson euphonium star Steven Mead.
Delegates enjoy attractions of Black Dyke 'Virtual Brass Day'
April 04, 2021
Over 80 delegates from across the world enjoyed a great day of tuition, fun and inspiration on the recent Black Dyke Band 'Virtual Brass Day'.
Morecambe enjoys sunshine contest success
April 04, 2021
A fantastic bit of brass band musical sunshine brought the Morecambe Band a clean sweep success at the recent Kapitol Cory Online Championships.
