News / 2024
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Radio: Sunday Bandstand 28th January
January 31, 2024
Plenty of great music from across the banding world brought to you by Chris Helme.
Deep dive into all things pro tuba...
January 31, 2024
The Scottish International Tuba Festival aims to enhance your skill set to become a professional player.
West of England Area announces judges
January 31, 2024
Bands in Torquay in March will have to impress five new sets of ears in the box if they are to claim their places at London and Cheltenham.
Cory stars to inspire youth in Berkshire
January 31, 2024
Philip Harper and players from the Cory Band will spearhead a great day of brass playing at Berkshire Music Trust next month — and its open to all.
GBBA Entertainment contest returns
January 31, 2024
There is a welcome return to the calendar for the Gloucestershire Brass Band Association Entertainment Contest.
Yorkshire Area line-ups announced
January 29, 2024
52 bands will compete at the Yorkshire Regional Championships in Huddersfield in March.
Last minute votes will count to inspire Derwent
January 29, 2024
The innovative Derwent Brass needs a last minute surge of support to boost its chances to claim a prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Inspiration Award.
New representative and contact links announced by UKLBF
January 29, 2024
The UK Leading Bands Forum has announced the appointment of its representative bands and officials.
New solo trombone at Grimethorpe
January 26, 2024
Rob Wilshaw becomes the new solo trombone at Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Heaton Legacy documentary released
January 26, 2024
The remarkable life and music of composer Wilfred Heaton is explored in a new documentary release by Paul Hindmarsh and Foden's Band.
Half century celebrations for Vale for Glamorgan
January 25, 2024
The Vale of Glamorgan Band is set to celebrate half a century of inclusive brass music making by looking forward to the next 50 years by being open to all.
Baker takes lead at AoBBA
January 25, 2024
Brett Baker is elected the new Chairperson of the Association of Brass Band Adjudicators.
John Packer Musical Instruments acquires Michael Rath Trombones
January 25, 2024
The leading musical retailer acquires the iconic trombone making company to expand on growth and demand.
New MD takes lead at Spires Brass Band
January 24, 2024
The experienced Brian Hinkley takes the baton at Spires Brass Band in Maryland, USA.
Ritman to bring Amsterdam tenure to a close
January 24, 2024
Olaf Ritman is to step down as Bandmaster of the Amsterdam Staff Band at the end of 2024.
Interview with Dr David Thornton
January 23, 2024
4BR talks to Dr David Thornton, the Artistic Director of the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival which returns again this weekend with a mouth-watering line-up of world class talent to enjoy.
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 21st January
January 23, 2024
Another early year mix of great brass band music from Chris Helme — classic Eric Ball to Mr Jums included.
Death of composer Laurie Johnson
January 22, 2024
The death has been announced of the composer who brought us the memorable sounds of television classics and iconic films as well as working with the likes of Don Lusher.
Cory seeks votes for Composition prize
January 22, 2024
You can vote on your favourite from the four finalists of the seventh RWCMD Cory Composition competition.
New Face for the future in the North West
January 21, 2024
The Greenall's Band becomes Clock Face Miners Heritage Band as they look forward to a new era starting at the Area in Blackpool with new name and new MD.
Spreadbury plants BandStar seeds for the future in Devon and Cornwall
January 21, 2024
A new music service provision led by Lympstone Band conductor Chris Spreadbury is planting the seeds that aims to boost community bands in Devon and Cornwall.
Grimethorpe target next generation of recruits
January 21, 2024
The next generation of brass and percussion players can be inspired on their musical journey at the next Grimethorpe Colliery Band free youth band day.
Stavanger look worldwide for new resident
January 21, 2024
Elite level Norwegian heavyweights look worldwide for the right person to take on the Resident Conductor role with them.
Ensemble celebration in memory of the great Philip Jones CBE
January 21, 2024
Eight leading student brass ensembles will perform in memory of the remarkable Philip Jones CBE in London next month.
More bands putting on Wrong Trousers to attract audiences
January 21, 2024
The success of putting on some Wallace & Gromit Wrong Trousers is proving to be working for bands.
