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Kippax

Kippax awards recognise service and excellence

January 14, 2021
The successful Yorkshire band has been presenting awards of its own


Brwa

Welsh congratulations on nation's success

January 13, 2021
Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales has offered its congratulations to the nation's bands and musicians in the recent 4BR Awards as it continues to make solid progress towards the future.


GBBA

Replay button for GBBA virtual festival

January 12, 2021
You can enjoy a week of a showcase performances from the recent Gloucestershire Brass Band Association Virtual Festival.


Cory

New dates for Kapitol Cory Online Championships

January 12, 2021
Ongoing concerns over Covid-19 restrictions sees the hugely popular online event push back dates for broadcasting.


Newspapers

Media spotlight falls on UK banding

January 12, 2021
The national media in the UK is taking interest in the plight of brass bands — with the Express and Telegraph following the Daily Mirror is highlighting the movement's challenges.


Brexit

Musicians Union demands explanation of unbelievable EU decision

January 11, 2021
The Musicians Union is demanding that the UK Government explain why it turned down the opportunity to allow performers the chance to gain free permit access to Europe.


New York

Free New York trip on offer tonight!

January 10, 2021
If you want to enjoy a session with the former stars of the low brass section of the New York Phil — then tonight's the night...


Aobba

New approach adds numbers to judges bench

January 10, 2021
The online Annual General Meeting of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators proved a success this weekend


Dutch Open

17 bands signal intentions for Dutch Open

January 10, 2021
If Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines allow, seventeen bands from the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany will hopefully take to the stage in Groningen in June.


mONEY

Welsh bands reminded of funding help

January 10, 2021
Welsh bands will be able to apply for funding help to rescue, restore, restart, create, engage and inspire their post Covid-19 playing aspirations.


us flag

2021 North American Championships cancelled

January 10, 2021
The ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic sees the 2021 NABBA event due to be held in Fort Wayne in Indiana cancelled.


Whitburn

Whitburn accolades for players

January 10, 2021
Whitburn Bands presents awards to players who have helped maintain the band's high profile media presence


wobplay

Wobplay adds classic vinyl to platform

January 10, 2021
The Wobplay.com digital platform has started to add restored classic vinyl LPs to its increasing catalogue.


Peter Fraser

Fraser dedication marked with presentation

January 10, 2021
70 years of remarkable service to the Kirkintilloch Band by Peter Fraser MBE has been marked.


Trombone

Back to Basic for bones...

January 08, 2021
Trombone players have the chance to enjoy a weekend of enjoying what they like doing best — thanks to Matt Gee and Josh Cirtina.


bREXIT

Musicians permit plight gains momentum

January 08, 2021
The lack of visa free travel in the EU for professional musicians is starting to make the newspaper headlines.


Whitburn

Brucie bonus for Whitburn

January 06, 2021
The Scottish Open champion enjoys a high profile boost by reuniting with radio presenter Ken Bruce as well as getting a feature mention with Classic FM.


cross

Death of Don Jones

January 06, 2021
Unite the Union Band has announced the death of their respected colleague and tuba player Don Jones.


Morecambe

Bring us sunshine...

January 05, 2021
Wouldn't it have been great if Eric Morecambe could send us 60 million doses of his musical sunshine to keep the nation happy?


Radio

Radio: Sunday Bandstand

January 05, 2021
Plenty of great music to welcome in the New Year with Chris Helme.


Yorkshire Youth

Yorkshire Youth ready to hit the road running

January 04, 2021
Get your musical daps on! There is still a chance to join up with the team at the Yorkshire Youth Brass Band — but you need to be fast


qUIZ

4BR Quiz: Christmas Day quiz winner

January 03, 2021
One lucky person will soon be receiving a Besson Prodige cornet and a bag full of goodies to enjoy.


Jim Trott

MBE Award to Brass for Africa charity founder

January 03, 2021
Jim Trott, the founder and Executive Director of the Brass for Africa charity has been awarded the MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours.


cRWODFUNDER

Mirror provides positive reflection for bands

January 03, 2021
A two page spread article in the Daily Mirror newspaper has shone a positive light on the challenges faced by bands during the current Coronavirus pandemic.


Hurst

Final chord brings brilliant result for carol players

January 03, 2021
The amazing fund raising efforts of teenagers Matthew and Olivia Hurst has raised over £5700 for their local hospice.




gRETHE tONHEIM

2024 4BR Special Award

December 25 • The award this year goes to Grethe W Tonheim, who continues to inspire with her playing, teaching and musicianship


Band of the Year

2024 4BR Band of the Year

December 25 • So many great bands on top form during the year, but these were the three that stood out for our panel.


Conductor of the Year

2024 4BR Conductor of the Year

December 25 • These were the top three MDs who created the performances to savour in the past year for our panel.


pLAYER

2024 4BR Player of the Year

December 25 • So many great individual performers on show this year, but this trio were exceptional.


Longridge Band - Christmas Concert

Saturday 7 December • Longridge Civic Hall, 1 Calder Avenue, Longridge, Preston PR3 3HJ


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 7 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF120JZ


Enderby Band - Broughton Astley Rock Choir

Friday 13 December • Thomas Estley Community College. 2 Station Road. Broughton Astley. Leicestershire LE9 6PT


Bedford Town Band - Bedford Town Band Brass Academy

Saturday 14 December • Putnoe Heights Church MK418EB


Newstead Brass - Christmas Showcase 2024

Saturday 14 December • St Wilfrid's Church, Church Street, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 8LA


Wakefield Metropolitan Brass Band

December 24 • Solo Baritone Eb Bass and Percussion required to complete the line up building towards the NEMBBA and area contests. Under the Direction of Duncan Beckley, the band is keen to fill the few remaining seats.


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

December 19 • Current joint 1st place in the L&SC 4th section grading tables and 2024 4th section National Finalists. We have recently appointed a new MD and are now looking to fill a few empty seats! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Dobcross Silver Band

December 14 • Looking for a new challenge in the New Year? . Dobcross Silver Band is a progressive and Successful 3rd section band on the lookout for a competent SOLO BARITONE PLAYER. If you are a team player you fit perfectly! Really enjoyable rehearsals here!


Duncan A. Beckley

BA, MA
Conductor, adjudicator, band trainer and teacher


               

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