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Parisi

Interview with Dr Joseph Parisi

October 13, 2023
We catch up with the MD of Fountain City Brass as they look forward to appearing at this year's Brass in Concert Championships in Gateshead.


Patrick

Oliverio becomes Besson artist

May 28, 2023
Exciting times for tenor horn star Patrick Oliverio as he becomes become a Besson Artist ahead of debut solo CD release.


Stan Smith

Death of Stan Smith

September 24, 2021
The death has been announced of Stan Smith — a leading performer with Fountain City Brass Band.


Oliverio

4BR Friday Interview with Dr Jennifer Oliverio

May 14, 2021
4BR talks to Fountain City's principal cornet Dr Jennifer Oliverio about her up-coming CD project 'Enigma', her inspirations and how she is looking forward to a return to performing with her band.


Fountain City

Fountain City to make youth impact on UK tour

November 13, 2018
North American champion Fountain City will be inspiring British youngsters on their visit to the UK.


Foiuntain City

Sounds of the USA come to Salford

November 12, 2018
There is a great opportunity to hear North American National champion Fountain City ahead of their Brass in Concert contest appearance — with a free open rehearsal at the University of Salford.


Fountain City

Fountain City aim to meet UK tour goal

September 20, 2018
Fountain City will be making another welcome trip across the Atlantic later this year to tour the UK and perform at Brass in Concert — but they a bit of help.


Fountain City

Fountain City success makes a mark in Kansas

December 10, 2017
The UK tour success of Fountain City in claiming podium finishes at Brass in Concert and the Scottish Open has certainly made a mark back home in Kansas.


Fountain City

Fountain City looking for the next generation

October 01, 2016
North American champion is looking to secure its long term future through its trio of amazing Academy youth bands.


Fountain City

Report & Results: 2014 US Open Championship

November 12, 2014
Fountain City make it four in a row to remain the top entertainers in the USA.


Fountain City

Results: 2012 US Open

November 04, 2012
Fountain City retain their US Open title.


US Open

Results: 2011 US Open Championship

November 05, 2011
Fountain City take US Open crown and claim invite to Brass in Concert for 2012.


Fountain City

Fountain loss

August 14, 2011
A quintet of stars from Fountain City Band land major positions away from the leading US band.


Fountain City

Fountain set for Drachten

January 21, 2011
Leading American band Fountain City set to make transatlantic contest appearance in Holland.


Results: 2010 NABBA Championship

April 17, 2010
Fountain City wins a record 4th straight Championship Section Title and Central Ohio edges Georgia and Massanutten in the 1st Section to earn an invite to Butlins.


Fountain City

Fountain get ready for Perth

November 24, 2009
4BR talks to Helen Tyler and Matt Vangjel of Fountain City as they get ready for the Scottish Open in Perth on the weekend.


Fountain City

Fountain ready for Brass in Concert

November 13, 2009
4BR has spoken exclusively to Helen Tyler and Lee Harrelson of Fountain City Brass Band, as they prepare to make the trip over from Kansas to take part in Brass in Concert.


Results: US Open Brass Band Championships

November 07, 2009
Fountain City heads to UK as double hat trick Champions.


Busy times ahead for Fountain City

November 06, 2009
The reigning North American and US Open schedule have a busy diary over the next 21 days (including an attempt to defend their US Open title).


Fountain City

Fountain City set for UK Tour

September 17, 2009
North American champions put final tpouches to their preperations for their UK tour in November.


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Results: 2009 NABBA Chmapionship

April 05, 2009
Fountain City wins their third NABBA title on the trot, COBB win the Honours and Natural State the Challenge.


Fountain City to join Brass in Concert in 2009

November 15, 2008
With their win at the U.S. Open Brass Band Championships, Fountain City Brass Band will head to Gateshead in 2009.


U.S Open soloists thrilled with Buffet-Crampon

November 11, 2008
Nate Gay and Tony Philipp were both winners of new instruments at this year's U.S Open courtesy of Buffet Crampon.


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Results: U.S. Open Brass Band Championship

November 08, 2008
The first prize has been awarded, more results to follow after the Awards Banquet later tonight.


Tyler

Tyler made in USA

March 19, 2008
Helen Tyler to head Besson Youth Brass development in the USA.




Brighouse

Report & Result: 2025 British Open Championship

September 7 • A fait accompli for Brighouse & Rastrick and Prof David King as they are inspired by Shakespeare and Prokofiev to claim the happiest of Symphony Hall endings on 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


Band Supplies

Band Supplies at the British Open

September 6 • Go up and meet one of the best blokes in the banding business world and he will make sure you get all the help you need for the best deals.


4BR Review

Recap on the 4BR British Open preview

September 6 • If you missed the live broadcast British Open preview on 4BR then you can just click and enjoy it again ahead of the action at Symphony Hall.


Mead

Why not be a judge at the Open this year?

September 6 • If you are following the 'Sar Crossed Lovers' action at Symphony Hall today, let us know who you think has won.


Contest: 171st British Open

Saturday 6 September • Broad Street, Birmingham. B1 2EA


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Saturday 13 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham GL50 4SH


Contest: Lower Sections 1-4 National Finals

Sunday 14 September • Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Cheltenham. . *Please note as of 24th August 2023 the date is provisional according to Kapitol Promotions website GL50 4SH


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band at Petworth Heritage weekend

Saturday 20 September • Centre of Petworth Town GU28 OAH


Cheltenham Silver Band - Holst Birthday Concert

Saturday 20 September • All Saints Church, All Saints Road, Pittville, Cheltenham GL52 2HG


wantage silver band

September 6 • Wantage Band (Championship Section) have vacancies for a Bb BASS PLAYER and THIRD CORNET to complete their line up. Plenty of great concerts from now until Christmas with the Welsh Open, L&SC Area, British Open Grand Shield and Whit Friday in 2026.


wantage silver band

September 6 • Positions vacant: wantage silver band: Wantage Community Brass (non-competitive) are looking to recruit a new Musical Director. The group is unique in that the average age is almost certainly around 70! They rehearse on Tue from 4pm and Thu from 7pm.


Crewe Brass

September 5 • We are looking for FLUGEL player to join our highly motivated 4th section band. We are a very welcoming and sociable band, with a positive outlook and a reasonably busy calendar of engagements. Other enquiries are welcome.


Duncan Wilson

Bmus(hons), LGSMD
Conductor, Adjudicator (member AoBBA)


               

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