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Derby

Derwent looks to increase Welfare profile

September 10, 2024
A 10 piece ensemble from Derwent Brass will add to their stage experience as part of a new production at Derby Theatre later this month.


Making Music

PR work aims to claim President's Award

September 10, 2024
Amanda Drury's successful use of social media technology for the City of Lincoln Band could well be in line to win the Making Music President's Award.


Dr Martin

Result: 2024 Dr Martin Wainstone Cup

September 09, 2024
The GUS Band retains the Dr Martin title in Stockton on Tees


Treize Etoiles

Report & Result: 2024 British Open Championship

September 07, 2024
Brass Band Treize Etoiles wins the 170th British Open title courtesy of a truly stunning performance of 'The Lost Circle'.


British Open

Sit back and enjoy The Lost Circle action on Wobplay around the world

September 06, 2024
If you cannot make it to the event itself to hear the 18 performances of Jan Van der Roost's 'The Lost Circle' you can still sit back and enjoy it all


British Open

Cash in on programmes and scores at the British Open

September 06, 2024
You can enjoy the music making at the British Open and still go home with change in your pocket if you bring cash to Symphony Hall.


Symphony Hall

Sunday at the Open packed with music making

September 06, 2024
The day after the 170th British Open Championships will also be packed with great music making to enjoy


Doodles

Gold and silver meets Macdonald's McCann needs

September 05, 2024
Dave Houghton of Doodles Mouthpiece Replating is looking forward to being busy with his work.


Gavin Higgins

Higgins inspired by Black Sun and Monstrous Child for new premieres

September 05, 2024
Award winning composer Gavin Higgins has taken inspiration from art and opera for his latest forthcoming world premieres.


Whit Friday

Mind your march speed in Uppermill

September 05, 2024
Anyone wanting to do a really quick march at the Whit Friday contest at Uppermill had better beware the ghost speed bumps...


odbba

Full up signs in Oxfordshire

September 05, 2024
There is now a waiting list for bands wishing to compete at the ODBBA Entertainment contest next month in Witney.


Smith and Grezzy

Smith & Grezzy's Big Chat Brass podcast: Sea Lions and Car Horns

September 05, 2024
Find out what Smith and Grezzy thought about the announcement of the Spring Festival test-piece choices and player eligibility changes.


BBE training

Still time to book a BBE training session

September 05, 2024
Find out more about BandSafe as well as Neurodiversity awareness with two special BBE Training webinars later today


Doctor Martin

Bands ready for Doctor Martin test

September 05, 2024
There is a hefty prize money fund of offer at this weekend's Wainstone Cup contest in Stockton on Tees.


British Open

Final countdown starts for line-up at 170th British Open

September 05, 2024
Time is ticking for the bands competing at the British Open Championship to put their final musical stones in place


Ja Van Der Root

Enjoy a 'Lost Circle' preview ahead of Symphony Hall

September 04, 2024
A number of bands are showcasing their British Open preparation this week — so why not get along and find out more about the intriguing test piece by Jan Van der Roost.


Garais

Texas rangers as Garasi sets up new youth band

September 04, 2024
The future of brass banding in Texas is being inspired by the long range vision of conductor Michael J Garasi,


Simon Minshall

Minshall becomes Bone-afide member of award winning quartet

September 04, 2024
Bass trombonist Simon Minshall joins the Bone-afide Trombone Quartet.


Stokes

Yorkshire support for young Imps

September 04, 2024
The youngest players at the Yorkshire Regional Championships continue to gain invaluable bursary support.


Harry Porthouse

Porthouse awarded Conn-Selmer Europe scholarship

September 04, 2024
Harry Porthouse has been selected as the recipient of its 2024 Scholarship Programme from Conn-Selmer Europe.


Getzen Ireland

New Getzen stock arrives in the UK

September 04, 2024
The much sought after Getzen 4147IB Custom reserve trombones and the 3850S Bb cornets are coming to the UK.


STIOCK

Death of Kevin Dye

September 04, 2024
The death has been announced of the former Desford Colliery Band principal cornet player, Kevin Dye.


Taylor Trumpets

John Packer Musical Instruments acquires Taylor Trumpets

September 04, 2024
Leading retailer adds another high profile addition to their instrument line-up.


Leigh Baker

Baker to deliver with Marsden

September 04, 2024
Leigh Baker has been appointed the new MD at Marsden Silver.


Fodens Youth Band

Foden's Youth looking for new intake

September 04, 2024
If you want to enjoy being part of Foden's Youth Band then why not sign up.




Winter Gardens, Blackpool

Results: 2025 North West Regional Championshipships

February 23 • It's 9 Caret golden wins on the trot from Foden's whilst victories go to Tyldesley, Middleton, Doncross and Darwen Brass at the Winter Gardens.


Test Pieces

4BR Area coverage

February 22 • 4BR Editor Iwan Fox has confirmed a different approach to coverage of the Regional Championship events.


Blackpool

North West Area line-ups

February 21 • The bands will put their final preparations in place ahead of their performances in Blackpool on Sunday.


John Wallace

Wallace presented with SBBA Outstanding Achievement Award

February 21 • John Wallace CBE has been presented with the 'Outstanding Achievement Award' by the Scottish Brass Band Association.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal College of Music Sackbut Ensemble

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Welsh Guards

Friday 21 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Newstead Brass - Midlands Championships Preview Evening

Sunday 23 February • Summit Centre . Kirkby in Ashfield . Nottinghamshire NG17 7LL


Contest: North West Regional Championships

Sunday 23 February • Winter Gardens Complex, Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HU


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 28 February • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Reading Spring Gardens Brass Band

February 20 • Reading Band still needs LOWER BRASS for the 4th section contest at Stevenage on Saturday 15th March! Rehearsals in Woodley (RG5) on Thursday evenings.


Boarshurst Silver Band

February 17 • Boarshurst Silver Band, NW Championship Section, requires a BBb player, flugel, and front row cornet player. Under MD Jamie Prophet, the band have an ambitious and varied calendar for 2025, including NW Area, Spring Festival and Whit Friday.


Mid Rhondda Band

February 14 • Mid Rhondda Band are looking for the following players : Front Row Cornet, Solo Trombone, Eb Bass, Kit and Tuned Percussionists. The band will be competing in the 3rd Section at the Welsh Area. Contest & concert engagements in the diary for 2025


Darren R. Hawken

PGdip, BMus(hons) PGCE, dipABRSM, LRSM
Conductor, Arranger, Teacher, Adjudicator, Band Trainer


               

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