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Interview with Paul Hindmarsh

March 10, 2021
4BR catches up with Paul Hindmarsh to find out more about the news that brass band music will be featured on Radio 3.


hARPER AND mEAD

Harper and Mead awarded Iles and Mortimer Medals

March 10, 2021
Philip Harper and Steven Mead will be presented with the 2021 Iles and Mortimer Medals in recognition of their outstanding service to the brass band movement.


bbc radio3

Radio 3 to feature Brass at Breakfast

March 10, 2021
Paul Hindmarsh has curated a series of daily brass band breakfast treats to be featured on Radio 3 over the coming weeks.


4BR Wednesday morning interview with Philip Harper

March 10, 2021
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the Cory MD about the forthcoming Kapitol Cory Online Championships


gENEVA

Time to make final lyrical impressions

March 10, 2021
There is still time for cornet players all over the globe to send in their entries to win the Phillip McCann Geneva Cornet Slow Melody Competition.


Pippen

5 minute masterclass with Jonathan Pippen

March 09, 2021
Trombone star Jonathan Pippen provides an essential insight into note production...


Onlime

East Anglian BBA to celebrate 90th anniversary online

March 09, 2021
The popular solo and ensemble contest will be held online this year as the East Anglian Brass Band Association celebrates its 90th anniversary.


IBBSS

IBBSS to return to Swansea

March 09, 2021
Arrangements are underway for the return of the International Brass Band Summer School to Swansea in August — so get in touch to secure your place.


Cory

Judges prepare for online entertainment

March 09, 2021
The Kapitol Cory Online Championships start this weekend — so join the panel of judges in enjoying the entertainment on offer.


jARVIS

Jarvis kicks off with bring back the brass

March 08, 2021
The award winning trombonist Carol Jarvis will be in conversation with the BBE 'Brass Foundations' team this evening.


Liz Lane

Liz Lane takes flight with lead role at Grimethorpe

March 08, 2021
Grimethorpe Colliery Band appoint Liz Lane as their new Composer-in-Association as the latest 'Bluebird' composition takes flight.


Mode for

Positive Mode for support on International Women's Day

March 08, 2021
Gyda Matland, Helen Harrelson and Toni Durrant become Artists in Association with Mode for... to help support well being and positive mental health in the brass band movement.


bbw

Wales to lead on Women in Brass Bands

March 07, 2021
New Welsh body to host an free open forum discussion on the topic of women in brass bands.


Hutchinson

Hutchinson to help National Youth Band to open virtual doors

March 07, 2021
The National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain will host a 'virtual open-day' in April — and its free to attend.


BMLTalents

BML has all the talented dance moves

March 07, 2021
The young players of the BML Talents Band in Switzerland have been inspired to add a few dance steps to their repertoire.


bLACHKLANG

Young brass band players look to make national mark in Germany

March 07, 2021
Two young players from Jugend Brass Band BlechKLANG hope to make a mark against orchestral rivals in online German competition.


radio

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

March 07, 2021
More great brass band music to enjoy with Chris Helme.


Coldstream Guards

BBE hosts Coldstream Guards

March 07, 2021
The next Brass Bands England webinar will explore the musical opportunities on offer through the British Army and the Coldstream Guards.


Rothwell

Funeral of Gordon Roberts

March 07, 2021
The funeral of Gordon Roberts, the former conductor of Rothwell Temperance Band will take place on Tuesday 9th March.


sHEONA

Sheona Wade takes new role with Adjudicator's Association

March 05, 2021
Tenor horn star becomes the Vice-Chairperson of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.


Strata

Getting closer...

March 05, 2021
Players are starting to see the light when it comes to future contest performance opportunities...


Covid

Encouraging findings with latest Covid-19 research

March 04, 2021
The preliminary findings of joint research offers further hope for performers and audiences alike.


Money

General positives for Arts budget help

March 04, 2021
The latest Government budget help for the arts sector has gained a generally positive response — although there remains concern that self employed musicians are still losing out.


sbba

Scottish youth shines in Final push

March 04, 2021
Over 60 young players took the opportunity to qualify for the Scottish Youth Solo Festival later this month.


Podcast

Fully Scored returns

March 04, 2021
There is a new episode of the podcast 'Fully Scored' to enjoy with presenter Matthew Frost.




British Open

Fewer than 30 stall seats left for British Open

September 4 • You will need to be quick to get a downstairs seat in the stalls for the British Open — but you can still bag a bargain discount for the Grand Tier to enjoy 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


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