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Covid 19

BBE issues Covid-19 guidance from July 19th

July 17, 2021
Brass Bands England issues its Covid-19 guidance for English bands that takes effect from Monday 19th July.


New Zealand

Report & Results: 2021 New Zealand National Championships

July 17, 2021
Wellington triumphs to retain National title as Grade honours go to Brass Whanganui, Woolston Concert Brass, Matamata Brass and Buzzing Brass Wellington Youth in Christchurch.


Besson

Besson Fridays at Home — Philip Harper and Cory special edition

July 16, 2021
The last in the present series tonight sees a special broadcast from the home of Cory Band with their MD Philip Harper to find out just how he makes the world's number 1 band tick.


Rdiiough

4BR Friday Interview with Ralph Riddiough

July 16, 2021
We speak to one of the main figures behind the campaign to get free music tuition services provided in Scottish Schools — and his hopes now that the Scottish Government has announced £7 million of investment in the next school year.


Wainwright

Closing date for BrookWright Composer Competition looms

July 16, 2021
There is still time to get you ensemble entry in for the innovative competition — with rewards for the prize winners.


Prizewinners

Report & Results: 2021 New Zealand Champion of Champions

July 15, 2021
Anthony Smith of Woolston Brass claims the Blue Riband solo award after two busy days of high quality competition in Christchurch.


Fendall Hill

4BR Thursday Interview with Fendall Hill

July 15, 2021
We catch up with the recently crowned five time New Zealand Open Soprano title winner and composer of the B Grade test-piece 'Temperamental' to be used at the New Zealand National Championships this weekend.


Streaning

MPs call for complete reset of streaming royalty payments

July 15, 2021
A new report recommends a 50/50 spilt in royalty payments from streaming services as artists lose out on fair share of earnings.


Francis Cowley

Cowley returns to back benches

July 15, 2021
94 year old Francis Cowley has decided to hang up his baton and return to the cornet playing back benches


Scotland

Free music tuition gets £7m boost in Scotland

July 14, 2021
Scottish councils will be given an extra £7m to fund free music tuition for pupils in the new school term.


Withington

4BR Wednesday Interview with Allan Withington

July 14, 2021
We catch up with Allan Withington to find out more about his inventive search for the perfect 'Il Maestro'...


bss

2021 Brass Band Summer School cancelled

July 14, 2021
The popular course held at Harrogate has been cancelled due to caution over ongoing Covid-19 concerns.


British Open

British Open tickets still up for grabs

July 14, 2021
With further news on relaxations on Covid-19 guidelines why not make sure you get your tickets for the British Open and Sunday Gala Concert safely booked.


NZ Nationals

2021 New Zealand Championships underway

July 14, 2021
The action has already started at the 2021 New Zealand National Championships


Midnight

Catch the Ladies of Midnight Blue in the heart of London

July 14, 2021
A series of free open air concerts in King's Cross next month will feature the fantastic percussion and brass sounds of the remarkable Ladies of Midnight Blue duo.


David Childs

4BR Tuesday Interview with David Childs

July 13, 2021
We catch up with the Besson euph star to find out more about what he's been up to — from gaining yet more accolades to a return to live performance.


National

National youngsters to enjoy inspirational leads

July 13, 2021
The National Children's and National Youth Bands will enjoy superb tutoring and guest soloists on their forthcoming Summer courses.


Fairey

New cornet trio takes wing at Fairey

July 13, 2021
Three talented young cornet players join the ranks of Fairey Band.


Conductng weekend

Cory looking for conductors

July 13, 2021
Philip Harper and Nigel Seaman will lead a weekend of conducting at the home of the world's number 1 ranked band — and its free.


Brighouse and Dallas add to wobplay platform

July 13, 2021
Two cracking recordings 40 years and an Ocean apart add to the musical attractions of the Wobply.com platform


Bandstand

Black Dyke continues Bandstand connections

July 13, 2021
Performances at the iconic Delph Band Club and a trip to inspire youngsters in Barnsley were the latest stop offs on Black Dyke's popular Bandstand Tour.


Fisher

Fisher takes final bow at Chapeltown

July 13, 2021
The successful musical partnership between conductor Sam Fisher and Chapeltown Silver has reached its final chord.


Band Camp

Band Camp receives financial boost

July 13, 2021
The UniBrass Foundation's popular Band Camp Summer School has received a dual boost of financial help as it looks to attract even more people to its course.


Owen Farr

4BR Monday Interview with Owen Farr

July 12, 2021
We manage to catch up with the Besson tenor horn virtuoso before he flies across the Irish Sea to the Fermanagh/Tyrone Brass Band Summer School where he will undertaking a recital recording of works by Paganini


Hogan Music

Hogan Music set to provide inspiration and motivation for youngsters

July 11, 2021
A series of 3-day Band Academy courses is being held to help children recover lost musical inspiration and motivation.




Desford Colliery

Result: 2025 National Championship of Great Britain

October 12 • Desford surprise the favourites to claim a fifth National title success.


ISB and Fodens

Friday night Gregson spotlights

October 10 • You will be spoilt for a Gregson choice between the ISB and Ian Bousfield and Foden's and Mike Lovatt if you are in London this evening.


World of Brass

Make sure you pick up the latest releases at the Albert Hall

October 10 • The World of Brass trade stand will be packed with musical goodies — from the study score of 'Symphony in Two Movements' to the latest releases from Cory, Tredegar, Brett Baker and the ISB.


Edward Gregson

The composer's viewpoint

October 10 • Edward Gregson talks about 'Symphony in Two Movements' to Dr Robert Childs — as well as previewing it on Radio 3 before the contest day itself.


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


Stretford Band

October 11 • Stretford Band (Manchester) has a terrific new MD. Now it needs you! We need bass, trombone and percussion but will welcome anyone who wants to play popular music without the stress of competing. Any ability any age.. Hope to see you soon.


Audley Brass

October 10 • Audley Brass (First Section National Finalists 2025) are seeking a first class PRINCIPAL EUPHONIUM. We have some very exciting events coming up including 3 epic beer festival nights and Wychavon Festival of Brass entertainment contest.


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.


Chris King

MBA, BMus(Hons), LRSM, AoBBA
Conductor, Arranger, Adjudicator, Compere, Band Trainer


               

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