News / 2022
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Grimethorpe rejoice as Bach leads to British Open
July 21, 2022
Swiss conductor Michael Bach will lead Grimethorpe Colliery Band at the British Open in September.
National Youth Band ready for celebration
July 21, 2022
World premieres, inspirational conductors and brilliant soloists will get together to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the National Youth Band of Great Britain over the next two weeks.
Getzen Ireland makes retail link
July 21, 2022
Imported instruments from Getzen Ireland Ltd are now available at leading retailers.
Chet's crescendo of generosity to help young Ukrainian musicians
July 21, 2022
The general public has given great support to help displaced young Ukrainian musicians in Manchester.
Thirteen bands head for Troon
July 21, 2022
There will be plenty of great brass band entertainment on show at the West of Scotland BBA contest in Troon next month.
New Principal lead at Victoria College of Music & Drama
July 21, 2022
Dr. Stewart Thompson is the new principal at the independent examinations board.
End of Turner era at Llwydcoed
July 21, 2022
One of the most successful musical partnerships in Welsh banding has reached its final chord.
Interview with Kenny Crookston
July 20, 2022
We catch up with the CEO of Brass Bands England to find out more about the reasons behind the decisions to make significant changes to the National Youth Band Championships of Great Britain.
Wainwright shows Resilience to claim River City prize
July 20, 2022
A new work from the pen Andrew Wainwright claims the River City Brass Composition Award.
Durham looks for student composers
July 20, 2022
Durham University Brass Band has launched its 2022 Composition Competition
New Head of Brass at RNCM
July 20, 2022
Murray Greig has been announced as the new Head of Brass at the Royal Northern College of Music.
Interview with David Bremner
July 19, 2022
4BR catches up with the conductor of Wellington Brass Band after they successfully defended their New Zealand National title in their home city.
Piano pitch at the BBSS
July 19, 2022
Delegates at the Brass Band Summer School in Harrogate can enjoy exploring their solo potential under the guidance of Dr Robert Childs and pianist Matthew McCombie.
Wychavon just has enough room...
July 19, 2022
A great response from bands means that there are now only a couple of places left in the Fourth Section to be filled for the contest later this year.
4BR Quiz: Scorchio!!!
July 19, 2022
Find the meteorological quiz link and four great CDs will be on their way to you to enjoy...
Pride for Pride brass band supporters in Barnsley
July 18, 2022
The Pride Brass ensemble offered great music in support of diversity and inclusion as part of Barnsley's Big Weekend festival.
Cory set for future at new home
July 18, 2022
The world's number 1 ranked band has returned to its original roots as it officially opens the doors to its new home with a royal endorsement.
Wales celebrates the man behind the trophy
July 18, 2022
The choral conductor whose brilliance led to to the creation of the most famous brass band trophy in the world has been celebrated in his home town.
BBE announces major changes to Youth Championships
July 18, 2022
There are significant revisions to the National Youth Championships of Great Britain for 2023 as Brass Bands England looks to broaden alignment.
Report & Results: 2022 New Zealand National Championships
July 16, 2022
Victory for Wellington Brass as they retain their National title on home ground with section accolades for Auckland City Brass, Upper Hutt Brass, North Shore Brass Academy and Auckland City Youth Band.
Tredegar aim focus on Proms double
July 16, 2022
The focus of the Welsh band is now on their double appearance at the Proms in a few weeks time.
Amstel honour for WMC
July 16, 2022
The World Music Contest in Kerkrade has been presented with the 2022 Amstel Music Award.
New academic routes for Nieuwenhuis
July 16, 2022
Belgian composer Stan Nieuwenhuis will undertake a new academic role after his award of an Educative Master in Composition from the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp.
Fairlop head for Belgian tour
July 16, 2022
Fairlop Brass will undertake their fifth European tour later this month as they head for a memorable and moving visit to Belgium.
Thanks and awards at Haverhill
July 16, 2022
Haverhill mark a year of impressive progress with thanks to an outgoing chairperson and annual awards to their star performers.
