News / 2022
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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
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.
Death of Steve Fielden
January 07, 2022
The death has been announced of the former Hammonds Sauce soprano star Steve Fielden.
RNCM pioneers new online conducting course
January 07, 2022
The Royal Northern College of Music has launched ConductIT, a new learning resource for conductors.
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's seek new players
January 07, 2022
National champion looks to inspire the next generation of musical talent in their ranks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Death of Sandy Blair
January 05, 2022
The death has been reported of the respected tuba player and conductor.
British Open postponed
January 04, 2022
Covid concerns sees rescheduled 2021 British Open now moved to September 2022
Green light for Butlin's weekend
January 03, 2022
The Butlin's Open Brass Band Festival will take place this weekend.
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 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.
First World War trombone returns home
January 02, 2022
A 1916 military G trombone has found its way back to its regimental home.
New lead at Cathays Brass
January 01, 2022
Simon Hilberding is the new Musical Director of Cathays Brass in Cardiff.
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.
