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Shirland

Report & Results: 2022 British Open Solo & Ensemble Championships

January 09, 2022
There were some great solo and ensemble winners at Butlin's in Skegness on the weekend — claiming prestigious British Open titles for themselves


Butlins

Report & Results: 2022 Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival: Sections 1-4 & Youth

January 08, 2022
Joy for Staffordshire, Bedford Town, Whitworth Vale & Healy and Golborne as section titles are claimed and Youth Brass 2000 who showcased their award winning credentials once more.


Fielden

Death of Steve Fielden

January 07, 2022
The death has been announced of the former Hammonds Sauce soprano star Steve Fielden.


rncm

RNCM pioneers new online conducting course

January 07, 2022
The Royal Northern College of Music has launched ConductIT, a new learning resource for conductors.


Butlins

No Butlin's for 2023 but hopes for 2024 return

January 07, 2022
4BR has been informed that there will not be a Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival in 2023, but there are hopes for a return in 2024.


Foden

Foden's seek new players

January 07, 2022
National champion looks to inspire the next generation of musical talent in their ranks.


Prepred

Be prepared for Butlin's...

January 07, 2022
If you are coming to the Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival this weekend make sure you are Covid-19 prepared.


bUTLINS

Pick Steve's brains at Butlin's

January 07, 2022
Steven Mead will be on hand to provide tips, advice, solutions and even a few tricks on how to reinvigorate your playing in 2022.


mINING

Bold as Brass contest set for launch

January 07, 2022
A new contest partnership between Brass Bands England and the National Coal Mining Museum of England will take place in June.


Musicwear

Musicwearetc heads to Butlin's for a warm welcome back

January 07, 2022
The leading unform and accessories business is looking forward to meeting up with old friends and new customers at Skegness this weekend.


Denis Wick

MIA offers congratulations to Denis Wick on Special Award

January 07, 2022
The Music Industries Association has added its congratulations to Denis Wick after he was presented with the annual 4BR Special Award.


Conductors

Conductor's offered Butlin's pause

January 07, 2022
If anyone wishes to find out more about the Brass Band Conductors Association, then why not pause for a moment or two and chat with them at Butlin's?


Ross

Supreme accolade for Black Dyke Band

January 06, 2022
The Black Dyke Band will open the Legends Day at the iconic Glastonbury Festival later this year — topped by the one and only Diana Ross.


uNiBrass

UniBrass Foundation reports confidence for future experiences

January 06, 2022
The Annual General Meeting of the UniBrass Foundation was a display of confidence governed by the experiences faced during past year.


Hade Edge

Looking forward to Butlin's...

January 05, 2022
Members of Hade Edge Band test the outdoor temperatures ahead of their trip to compete at the Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival


Brabbins

Brabbins prize to be claimed by conducting talent

January 05, 2022
The opportunity to work alongside Martyn Brabbins at the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain is up for grabs — and you can enjoy the competitive action too.


Leyland

New signings for Leyland

January 05, 2022
The Leyland Band has welcomed a raft of new signings as they look ahead to the 2022 contest season.


Cross

Death of Sandy Blair

January 05, 2022
The death has been reported of the respected tuba player and conductor.


British Open

British Open postponed

January 04, 2022
Covid concerns sees rescheduled 2021 British Open now moved to September 2022


Butlins

Green light for Butlin's weekend

January 03, 2022
The Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival will take place this weekend.


Brexit

Musicians continue to face European 'nightmare'

January 03, 2022
It is being reported that only Spain out of 27 EU countries has agreed a bilateral work-permit free agreement with the UK for touring musicians.


Fairlop

Fairlop enjoys a return to fund raising help

January 02, 2022
Fairlop Brass ensured that others benefitted from their return to rehearsals and concerts this year.


trom

First World War trombone returns home

January 02, 2022
A 1916 military G trombone has found its way back to its regimental home.


Ctahsys

New lead at Cathays Brass

January 01, 2022
Simon Hilberding is the new Musical Director of Cathays Brass in Cardiff.


cOVID

Concern for Welsh bands as Covid numbers rise

January 01, 2022
Up to 30 people can take part in band practice in Wales at present, but concerns grow that further guidance and regulations may be put in place as Covid numbers rise.




Cheltenham

Cheltenham judges confirmed

July 25 • The judges tasked with picking the winners at the 2025 Cheltenham National Finals have been announced.


Sold Out

National Youth Band sells out in London

July 25 • Its returns only if you wish to enjoy the NYBBGB in London next month with tickets going fast for the Childrens' Band too.


Italian Brass Band

Italian Brass Band continues to reach out to new audiences

July 25 • The Italian Band was joined by trombone soloist Andrea Conti for a festival performances in heart of Tuscany.


NYBBS

Perth ready for trio of NYBBS music makers

July 25 • Perth Concert Hall will host the trio of National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland later today — so if you are around why not pop along and enjoy them showcasing their talents.


Petworth Town Band - Dorset House School Fete

Saturday 26 July • Dorset House School RH20 1PB


Dobcross Silver Band - Marsden Silver Prize Band

Sunday 27 July • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Haverhill Silver Band - A Nightingale Sang... (an evening concert)

Saturday 2 August • Foakes Hall, Dunmow CM6 1DG


Haverhill Silver Band - East Anglian Beer & Cider Festival

Sunday 24 August • St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QX


Haverhill Silver Band - Concert in Saffron Hall

Wednesday 27 August • Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4UH


Dodworth Colliery MW Brass Band

July 25 • Ready for a NEW Music Challenge?. . Dodworth Brass Band, is looking for a new principal cornet as our current player prepares for retirement. Just 5mins from J37 M1. . friendly welcoming band with a packed calendar of exciting concerts & events. . . S75 3RF


Enderby Band

July 24 • Enderby Band (Leicestershire) are a Championship section band looking for: Bb BASS & PERCUSSION (expressions of interest from any perc disciplines are welcome). We are an ambitious, friendly, band with a sensibly full calendar of contests and concerts.


The Marple Band

July 24 • Cornet( back row), Baritone, Horn, Bb Bass and Kit percussionist vacancies to join our fabulous band. We are a friendly ambitious 2nd Section band, starting an exciting new musical journey with our MD Nick Birch.


Lt Col David Barringer MBE

BMus (Hons)
Conductor and adjudicator


               

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