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Besson

Besson support Summer School Courses

July 15, 2022
Besson has strengthened its commitment to musical diversity and inclusion with its support for four major summer school courses.


Utrechet

Return to strength in numbers at Dutch Nationals

July 15, 2022
43 bands have provisionally entered the Dutch National Championships in Utrecht later this year.


David Childs

Childs set for Last Night Concerto appearance

July 15, 2022
David Childs will give the first live performance of the Vaughan Williams 'Tuba Concerto' adapted for euphonium at the Last Night of the Welsh Proms in Cardiff this weekend.


Wallce and Gromit

Right trousers for Murrill

July 15, 2022
Jayne Murrill will lead WFEL Fairey in their great family film fun accompanying Wallace & Gromit on their wrong trouser adventures.


David Thornton

Thornton steps down from Grimethorpe lead

July 14, 2022
David Thornton has stepped down from his role as Musical Director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Bram Tovey

Death of Bramwell Tovey

July 13, 2022
The death has been announced of the conductor Bramwell Tovey.


BBSS

Conducting opportunities on BBSS Course

July 13, 2022
The Brass Band Summer School in Harrogate will offer a fantastic opportunity to broaden your conducting skills with an extra swagger...


Grimethorpe

It's Adventure time for Grimethorpe

July 13, 2022
A new education initiative aimed at inspiring young players has been launched by Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


Inclusive

National Open Youth Orchestra to launch in Cardiff

July 13, 2022
An inclusive orchestra with a pioneering outlook has been launched in Wales


Dobcross

New duo at Dobcross

July 13, 2022
Two new signings boost the ranks at Dobcross Silver as they look towards their Cheltenham National Final appearance.


Western

New initiative takes Alpine root in Colorado

July 13, 2022
A new brass and percussion academy hopes to attract a new generation of brass band students to Colorado.


John Slezak

Death of John Slezak

July 13, 2022
The death has been announced of John Slezak, the founder of Spires Brass Band in Maryland, USA.


Fairlop Brass

Fairlop memories retained by generous gift

July 13, 2022
The memories of a truly remarkable late starter in the banding world will be seen and heard at Fairlop Brass for many more years to come.


Freckleton

New President for Freckleton

July 11, 2022
Mark Rossall becomes the new President of Freckleton Band


Stannington

Death of Christine Wilson

July 11, 2022
The death has been announced of the former President and Secretary of Stannington Brass.


OPen

Exmouth Festival extends opening times

July 11, 2022
Don't remain slow on the uptake — as you now have until the 22nd July to get your entries in for the popular Exmouth Festival of Brass.


Kekrade

Report & Results: 2022 WMC Championship

July 09, 2022
Brass Band Willebroek successfully defend their World Championship title in Kerkrade, whilst there are Division crowns for Brass Band Bacchus, Brass Band Gloria Dei and Brass Band Aukstyn.


Bolsover Festival

Bolsover keeps doors open for Third and Fourth entries

July 09, 2022
The Bolsover Festival of Brass is keeping its entry doors open to ensure plenty of Third and Fourth Section bands can perform at the event.


Fodens

Foden's guide proves to be worldwide success

July 09, 2022
Foden's 'Welcome to the Bandroom' free access project has been a great hit.


Filton Concert Brass

New MD takes residency at Filton

July 09, 2022
Nathan Jenkins has been appointed the new Resident Musical Director of Filton Concert Brass


Luke Barker

Barker returns for Shipston

July 09, 2022
Flowers principal cornet player Luke Barker recently returned to the band where he started his musical journey.


Open

New contest set for Darley Dale

July 09, 2022
The North East Midlands Brass Band Association will host a new contest later this year.


Lito

Fantastico Fontana signs for Cory...

July 09, 2022
The superstar trombonist Lito Fontana will be playing with the world's number 1 ranked band this weekend as he continues to keep a busy performance schedule.


Getzen

Getzen make Custom delivery

July 09, 2022
A new batch of critically acclaimed 4147IB Custom Reserve Tenor Trombones are ready to find new homes.


Wardle

Wardle to provide Summer treats

July 08, 2022
The talented young musicians based at Wardle Academy will be providing some wonderful entertainment this evening.




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.


Alex McGee

MA BMus PGCE
Conductor & Composer


               

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