News / 2024
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Adams add Williams to artist line-up
February 02, 2024
Helen Williams has become an endorsing artist with Adams Musical Instruments.
EBBA confirms 2024 European Championship line-ups
February 02, 2024
23 bands will represent their countries in their bids to return from Palanga as European Champions.
Cory double header kicks off Reading concert series
February 02, 2024
You can hear Cory not once but twice in a day in Reading as they kick-off the British Bandsman Concert Series under Philip Harper.
Grass roots focus at Yorkshire Brass Band Festival
February 02, 2024
Altofts & Normanton Band kick off a fantastic new concert initiative with special guest Richard Marshall later this month.
UniBrass thanks for sponsor support
February 01, 2024
The forthcoming UniBrass Championships will be a hub of musical activity and support in Warwick later this month.
Interview with Ian Porthouse and Matthias Hofs
January 31, 2024
4BR talks to Tredegar MD, Ian Porthouse and soloist Matthias Hofs at the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival.
Interview with Simone Rebello
January 31, 2024
4BR talks to Simone Rebello about the RNCM 'Day of Percussion' on Sunday 4th February.
There will be plenty of smiles, bands and great music to enjoy at the Youth Champs
January 31, 2024
Alex Humphreys will be on hand to welcome everyone to the National Youth Band Championships in Cheltenham in March.
Luc takes lead at City of Hull
January 31, 2024
Keir Luc has been appointed as the new principal cornet of City of Hull Band ahead of their Durham and Blackpool challenges.
Keep on running...
January 31, 2024
Students pound out the mileage to help raise funds for the UnBrass Foundation.
Prodige prize for young Brasshopper
January 31, 2024
A great young player from Sandhurst Brasshoppers has been presented with a Besson Prodige cornet from the band member who won the 4BR Christmas Quiz.
Interview with Brass Band Treize Etoiles
January 31, 2024
4BR talks to conductor Frederic Theodoloz, composer Oliver Waespi and members of the European and Swiss champions at the 2024 RNCM International Brass Band Festival
Concert tribute for Redhead
January 31, 2024
There is the opportunity to enjoy a musical celebration of the life and work of Salvationist composer Robert Redhead.
RNCM set to host Royal Philharmonic Awards
January 31, 2024
The focus of the UK classical music world will be on the the RNCM in Manchester in March as the college and alumni look to shine at RPS Awards.
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.
