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Report & Results: 2021 UniBrass Championships
June 27, 2021
Time past, present, future and forgotten helps Durham University Brass Band claim the 2021 UniBrass title
How to play the C saw...
June 27, 2021
Strata Brass tuba player Charles Hindmarsh lets rip a version of 'On Ilkla Moor baht' at' on the famous Yorkshire moor...
Adjudication teams for London and Cheltenham announced
June 25, 2021
The list of adjudicators who will make the 2021 National title decisions has been revealed.
4BR Friday Interview with Shannon Aikins
June 25, 2021
4BR talks to the Executive Director of Brass Band of Battle Creek to find out more about the professional ensemble which later this year will perform the closing concert at the 75th Anniversary of the Midwest Clinic in Chicago.
4BR Thursday Interview with Mike Lovatt
June 24, 2021
We talk Carmen and Billy May, cigars and Arturo Sandoval with Mike Lovatt as he puts the finishing touches to his latest recording project.
Childs steps down from Woodfalls role
June 24, 2021
The nine year musical partnership between Dr Robert Childs and Woodfalls Band has reached its final chord.
Funeral service details for Willie Tennant
June 24, 2021
The funeral service details for the respected bandsman Willie Tenant have been announced.
In a German monastery garden...
June 24, 2021
The sound of music was heard in a local monastery garden recently with a great day long course that featured wonderful music — although not too quietly played...
Youth Brass 2000 return to live performance
June 24, 2021
The title winning youth band has combined hard work and an innovative approach to ensure safety and enjoyment for their players on their performance return.
Evans to light blue touch paper for Wingate's Fireworks display
June 24, 2021
Richard Evans will provide the narration to Wingates 'Fireworks' at their forthcoming 'Best of Brass Festival' appearance on the weekend.
4BR Wednesday Interview with Kevin Holdgate
June 23, 2021
The respected trombonist and arranger talks about his role in the new JSVB Legacy Band which will feature 78 of his arrangements.
Black Dyke cornets up for sale
June 23, 2021
If you are looking for a great deal on a pre-owned Prestige cornet, then why not have one with a Black Dyke provenance?
Hybrid green light for UniBrass
June 23, 2021
An innovative solution has been found to ensure the UniBrass Championships can go ahead this weekend — and you can enjoy it in a hybrid way too...
4BR Tuesday Interview with James Gourlay
June 22, 2021
We catch up with the Scottish tuba virtuoso and MD of River City Brass to find more about musical and sporting life in Pennsylvania, and what the future holds — including for his beloved Scotland football team...
Scottish contenders prepare for virtual battle
June 22, 2021
37 bands will lineup this weekend to lock entertainment horns to claim the prizes at the Whitburn Band Virtual Festival.
4BR Monday Interview with Michael Brand
June 21, 2021
4BR talks to composer Michael Brand about the CD re-release of 'In the Red' — a musical drama based on the seminal book, 'The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists' by Robert Tressell.
Breaking News: Brass in Concert draw postponed
June 21, 2021
A reported case of Covid-19 has meant the draw for the event which was to have taken place today has been postponed.
Green light for Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School
June 20, 2021
Extensive work has been put in place to ensure the forthcoming week of musical activity at the International Bolsover Brass Band Summer School will go ahead — with places still available.
Elland add to the tuba team
June 20, 2021
Sarah Billard is the latest addition to the Yorkshire top section band's line-up as they continue to work on all fronts for the return to action.
Childs play for Brass in Concert draw
June 20, 2021
The children of Ringway Primary School in Sheepwash in Northumberland will make the draw for the 44th Brass in Concert Championships live on Facebook on Monday — and will also show off their entertainment skills.
Alan Lawton funeral service
June 19, 2021
The details for the funeral service of the former Fairey Band player and conductor have been announced.
New quartet added to Wobplay platform
June 19, 2021
Now you can enjoy Maurice Murphy on brilliant form, Grimey in King Sized mode, the highlights of the 1988 Nationals and even some unfamiliar marches from Morris Motors.
Warwick link with Hal Leonard for distribution coverage
June 19, 2021
Over 1,000 sheet music titles from Warwick Music can now be purchased from Hal Leonard Europe.
New and old returns at Eikanger
June 19, 2021
There has been plenty of activity in the playing ranks at Eikanger Bjorsvik as they prepare for a return to competitive action.
National Youth Band in Friday evening concert
June 18, 2021
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is providing the ideal musical Friday night aperitif...
