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Bousfield

Time to link up with Ian Bousfield

October 21, 2022
There is still time to learn from one of the world's great brass instrumentalists in York this weekend — as Ian Bousfield leads a free special workshop afternoon.


Elgar

Harper to lead high level symposium course

October 21, 2022
The Cory MD will lead a new high level course aimed at advanced brass and percussion players performing demanding repertoire for the medium.


Oxford

Plenty of entertainment on offer at Marlborough

October 21, 2022
The Oxfordshire & District Brass Band Association Entertainment contest will take place next month at Marlborough School in Woodstock.


Shirley Band

Shirley adds trio to top section ambition

October 21, 2022
Three new players join the ranks of the Shirley Band as they prepare for life in the Championship Section in 2023.


Fundraising

BBE aids inclusive funding success

October 21, 2022
The Leicester based Drum and Brass music making organisation has gained a financial boost thank to BBE's Fundraising Service.


Denis Wick

Denis Wick adds star polish to mouthpiece performers

October 20, 2022
A raft of high profile star performers have joined the Denis Wick Products stable.


Martin Britt

New boy sails to 1st Old Boys help

October 20, 2022
Martin Britt will perform with 1st Old Boys Band at the NIBA Championships in Armagh this weekend.


Brighosue

Champions combine for Hollywood attraction

October 18, 2022
British Open Champions Brighouse & Rastrick welcome National Champions Foden's to bring a touch of Hollywood to Huddersfield this weekend.


New moon

BBE announces new insurance partnership benefit

October 18, 2022
Member bands will be able to save money on their instrument insurance thanks to new partnership link.


Ivors

Grimethorpe performance nominated for Ivors Composer Award

October 18, 2022
A work inspired by the cultural impact of the mining industry and performed with the contribution of Grimethorpe Band has been nominated for a prestigious Ivors Award.


Skelmanthorpe

New signings at Skelmanthorpe

October 18, 2022
The experienced banding duo of Martin and Liz Oke have signed for Skelmanthorpe Band.


City of Hull

A great Day returns to City of Hull

October 18, 2022
The outstanding cornet player Neil Day makes an emotional return to the City of Hull Band.


Meltham

Meltham pride at community award

October 18, 2022
The Meltham & Meltham Mills Band has been presented with a 'Pride of Meltham' award for its inspirational achievements in 2022.


swbba

South West BBA Contest returns to Torquay

October 18, 2022
The 74th annual SWBBA Own Choice contest returns next month to the Riveria Centre in Torquay.


Prodige Tour stops off in Amersham

October 18, 2022
If you are anywhere near Amersham today go along and enjoy the Prodige Tour — and a few stars may be one show too.


Prima Vista

Errors lead to new editions for two Area test-pieces

October 18, 2022
Prima Vista Musikk will send brand new sets of parts to competing bands playing 'A Day in the Life of a Knight' and 'The Pilgrim's Progress' after errors come to light.


hANDS

New MD takes the baton at Brass Band of Central England

October 18, 2022
Iain McKnight will take the helm at the newly named Midlanders.


Mental health

Mode for... to continue essential mental health focus

October 18, 2022
Tabby Kerwin will host a free 'Suicide Prevention Course' to inform the brass band movement about the assistance they can give to help others.


fodens

Enjoy Hyperlink again and again at Wobplay

October 15, 2022
You can enjoy all the National Championship performances of 'Hyperlink' from the Royal Albert Hall at your leisure...


National Trophy

Report & Result: 2022 National Championship of Great Britain

October 15, 2022
Foden's retain their hold on the National title after a day of intriguing and encouraging 'Hyperlink' action at the Royal Albert Hall.


National trophy

National Championship preview on wobplay

October 14, 2022
You can enjoy a preview of the National Championship contest with a special interview with composer Peter Graham and Cory cornet star Tom Hutchinson at Regent Hall earlier today


Raeady

National Youth Band to entertain at Royal Albert Hall

October 14, 2022
Martyn Brabbins will lead the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain in the pre-results entertainment at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend.


Nigel Boddice

Death of Nigel Boddice MBE

October 13, 2022
The death has been announced of the highly respected musician Nigel Boddice MBE


Wobplay

New releases and recordings from World of Brass

October 13, 2022
You don't have to be at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday to enjoy some wonderful music making.


Albert Hall

Worldwide banding focus on the Kapitol this weekend

October 13, 2022
The Blue Riband National Championship Final takes place this weekend at the Royal Albert Hall.




swiss

Swiss connections add to Lucerne coverage

November 27 • 4BR will be linking up with their Swiss friends at BRASS BAND NEWS to provide extra insight and opinions about the performances in Lucerne this weekend.


Philip Sparke

Sparke ignites demand for 2026 RNCM International Brass Band Festival

November 27 • There has already been an eager snap up of tickets for the showcase event at the RNCM in Manchester in January — led by a 75th birthday celebration of composer Philip Sparke.


Perth

Domestic and cross border challengers head to Perth

November 27 • The bands are putting their final touches to their preparations for the Scottish Open and Scottish Youth Championships this weekend in Perth.


Whitburn

Whitburn and Scottish banding to benefit from Besson and Bergarault link

November 27 • The two major instrument manufacturers link up to provide Scottish Champions and SBBA with percussion boost.


Hathersage Band - Hathersage Village Christmas Concert

Saturday 29 November • Hathersage Methodist Church, Main Road, Hathersage S32 1BB S32 1BB


Barnsley Brass - A Night At The Movies

Saturday 29 November • Worsbrough Miners Welfare. Park Road. Worsbrough Bridge. Barnsley S70 5LJ


Dobcross Silver Band - Unite the Union Band

Sunday 30 November • Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross . Saddleworth. Oldham OL3 5AD


Garforth Brass - Strawberry Fields Primary School

Friday 5 December • Garforth Methodist Church,. Church Lane,. Garforth,. Leeds LS25 1NW


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band Christmas Event

Saturday 6 December • Petworth Town Centre GU28 OAD


Hathersage Band

November 27 • BACK ROW CORNET. Hathersage Brass Band is a thriving, non-contesting community band. We enjoy our music making, play a wide variety of music and have a good gig schedule. Are you the right person to join our happy band?


wantage silver band

November 27 • 4th section national finalists Wantage Academy are looking for a Bb bass and 2nd cornet to complete their team. A friendly, welcoming band who rehearse Wed 7-8:30pm and Sat 10am-12 under MD Gavin Clemons.


Summerbridge & Dacre Silver Band

November 25 • 2nd or 3rd cornet required to boost our back row. We are a non contesting band, but carry out numerous events across North Yorkshire. We will be doing a joint concert with Carlton Main next year.


Alan Widdop


Conductor, Brass teacher, Adjudicator (ABBA)


               

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