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Philip Harper

Interview with Philip Harper

September 06, 2022
We talk to the Cory Band MD, Philip Harper as he prepares his band to defend its title at Symphony Hall on the weekend.


Rooms4groups

Thinking of Blackpool...

September 05, 2022
Rooms4groups has plenty of great Blackpool hotel deals in places for bands wishing to get to the British Open next year...


British Open

Only limited ticket numbers left for British Open

September 05, 2022
There are only a very limited number of tickets available if you want to enjoy the British Open at Symphony Hall this weekend.


pROMS

LSO brass stars impress critics

September 05, 2022
The brass section of the London Symphony Orchestra certainly impressed the critics with their performances of Birtwistle and Mahler at the Proms.


Grimethorpe

Grimethorpe rejoice in youthful appointments

September 05, 2022
Two rising stars will make their Grimethorpe contest debuts at Symphony Hall on the weekend.


Ian Knapton

Knapton to lead Market forces

September 05, 2022
The experienced Ian Knapton has been appointed the new MD at Market Rasen Band


Wantage

Youth and experience signings at Wantage

September 05, 2022
The ranks of Wantage Band are filled with the arrival of a grace of new signings.


Skipsey

Skipsey takes baton at Milnrow

September 05, 2022
Lee Skipsey has become the new Musical Director of Milnrow Band


Hyperlink

Hyperlink premiere recorded by National Youth Brass Band

September 05, 2022
The world premiere performance of Peter Graham's 'Hyperlink' test-piece can now be enjoyed.


St David's Brass

St David's Brass count cost of vandalism

September 05, 2022
A mindless act of vandalism has caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to the instruments and uniforms of St David's Brass.


Floers

Barker has World stage on which to shine with Flowers

September 03, 2022
Luke Barker takes on the principal cornet role with Flowers Band for their British Open challenge


World Rejoicing

Open bands announce World Rejoicing previews

September 03, 2022
If you are looking to enjoy a sneak preview of Edward Gregson's test-piece ahead of Symphony Hall next weekend, then there are a few options available around the country...


Course

Summer Camp return in Germany

September 03, 2022
Around 50 performers have just enjoyed the return of the Blasmusikverein Carl Zeiss Jena e.V. brass band association Summer Camp.


Tredeagr

Valentin day for Tredegar at Open

September 03, 2022
Tredegar announces player changes ahead of their British Open challenge at Symphony Hall.


Australia 2023

Test pieces announced for 2023 Australian Championships

September 03, 2022
The works that will be used at the test-pieces at the 2023 Australian National Championships have been announced.


Own Choice

GBBA set to welcome bands at new venue

September 03, 2022
The Gloucestershire Brass Band Association is looking forward to welcoming bands to a new venue for its 'Own Choice & March' contest in November.


Strike

Rail strikes on Cheltenham National weekend

September 03, 2022
There is a national train strike to be held on Saturday 17th September.


pAUL fISHER

Go Foundation Fishing in Sussex...

September 01, 2022
The inspirational Paul Fisher will be leading a free Brass Foundations Workshop in Sussex later this month — so make sure you sign up to get inspired!


Secondary

21st celebrations for New Zealand's National Secondary Schools' Band

September 01, 2022
Over 500 young players have enjoyed the experience of being a member of the New Zealand National Secondary Schools' Band since its formation in 2001.


Black Dyke

Black Dyke to showcase World Rejoicing Open preperation

August 31, 2022
The Queensbury band will host an open rehearsal at Morley Town Hall on Wednesday 7th September.


Greenfield

Greenfield Autumn Leaves Contest cancelled

August 31, 2022
The proposed outdoor contest at Greenfield this weekend has been cancelled on safety grounds.


Bolsover

2022 Bolsover Festival of Brass draws revised

August 30, 2022
There have been some adjustments to the timings in the Second and First Sections for the Bolsover contest.


Blackboard

GCSE Music exam numbers at all time low

August 30, 2022
The number of students taking music GCSE exams has declined to an all time low according to official figures.


Rushworth

Au revoir for Rushworth at Barnsley Brass

August 30, 2022
The musical partnership between William Rushworth and Barnsley Brass has come to an end.


Cheltenham

National runners and riders announced for Cheltenham

August 30, 2022
67 bands will travel to Cheltenham to compete for National titles in Sections 1-4.




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.


John Ward


Conductor, Adjudicator


               

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