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Wellington

New Zealand President reflects on banding's worldwide contribution

July 31, 2026
BBANZ President, John Sullivan focusses his praise for bands at home and abroad in the latest issue of the 'Mouthpiece' journal.


David Bremner

4BR Interview — Episode 5

August 28, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to conductor David Bremner to find out more about the the vibrant brass band landscape in the southern hemisphere.


New Zealand

Report & Results: 2023 New Zealand National Championships

July 08, 2023
Wellington Brass lead the way in Dunedin as they make a landmark statement in winning the New Zealand national title for a record fifth time in a row.


David Bremner

Interview with David Bremner

July 19, 2022
4BR catches up with the conductor of Wellington Brass Band after they successfully defended their New Zealand National title in their home city.


Bremner

4BR Interview with David Bremner

April 06, 2020
4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with conductor and professional musician David Bremner to find out what musical life is like in New Zealand — and what the banding future holds there.


Byron Newton

Buzz off after New Zealand Nationals

July 09, 2019
Byron Newton will make his final appearance with defending champion Wellington Brass at the forthcoming New Zealand National Championships.


Byron Newton

Newton becomes Welsh associate

August 08, 2018
The leading New Zealand euphonium player Byron Newton has been made a Honorary Associate of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama in Cardiff.


Nigel Seaman

Seaman looks to lead Wellington to double glory

May 31, 2018
Welsh conductor Nigel Seaman will be heading to the southern hemisphere next week to lead Wellington Brass as they look to make it a Tasman Sea double at the New Zealand National Championships.


Nigel Seaman

Seaman to rack up the air miles

January 24, 2018
Nigel Seaman is to head downunder to conduct Wellington Brass at the Australian National Championships.


David Bremner

Bremner to bid National farewell

February 07, 2017
The driving force behind the rise of New Zealand National Champion Wellington Brass is to step down from his role as MD after this year's National contest in its home city.


Wellington Brass

Wellington enjoy warmth of hospitality

September 09, 2016
The New Zealand Champion has been having a great time on their visit to the UK for the British Open — thanks to the warm welcome given to them by their hosts.


Wellington Jackets

Wellington enhance their British Open Centre Stage presence

September 08, 2016
The New Zealand champion will certainly look the part as they take to the stage at Symphony Hall on the weekend thanks to Centre Stage Uniforms.


Wellington Brass

World Rankings — August update

August 27, 2016
The latest update of the Band Supplies — 4barsrest.com World Rankings see minimal changes near the top as we approach the autumn contest season.


Wellington

Interview with Byron Newton and David Bremner

July 17, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the solo euphonium and conductor of Wellington Brass to ask how they are looking forward to their appearance at the British Open.


David Bremner Wellington Brass

Report & Results: 2016 New Zealand National Championships

July 16, 2016
Wellington Brass fire a 11,530 mile warning shot towards Symphony Hall after claiming a fourth New Zealand National 'Triumph' in Napier.


Byron Newton

Newton makes a buzz with new euphonium concerto

May 19, 2015
New Zealand euphonium star Byron Newton gives premiere of a new concerto by composer Anthony Ritchie in Wellington.


Byron Newton

Buzz settles in to NZ life

December 12, 2012
Former Tredegar principal euphonium settles back to homeland musical life with a little help from friends and Besson.




Summer

Eikanger continues investment in youth development

August 10 • The Norwegian National Champion has just held its 28th Feriespel Summer Course.


ISB

New sop lead at ISB

August 10 • Oliver Ridley has become the new soprano player of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army.


Trivergence

Trivergence set for Albert Hall appearance

August 8 • Trombone stars Peter Moore, Mark Nightingale and Andy Wood plus friends will provide the pre-results entertainment at the Royal Albert Hall National Final in October.


IBBSS

Barringer delight at IBBSS success

August 8 • A week of hard work, great music making and friendship in Swansea was a fitting celebration of the leading course's ethos.


Regent Hall Concerts - Cross Bones Trombone Quintet

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


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 23 August • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Sherborne Town Band - Free-Music in the park

Sunday 13 September • Sherborne, Dorset-Pageant Gardens DT9 3NP


Regent Hall Concerts - The Band of the Grenadier Guards

Thursday 17 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - The Duchess of Edinburgh String Orchestra

Friday 18 September • Regent Hall (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Chinnor Silver

August 12 • Our COMMUNITY BAND meets again on MONDAY (17th) in our bandroom at 11am. We welcome players of all abilities who want a friendly relaxed rehearsal with tea and cake.. Playing with us doesn’t affect your own band it’s just an extra blow.


Chinnor Silver

August 11 • OurCOMMU ITY BAND meets again on Monday 17th at 11am in our .bandroom.. Why not join us for a relaxed friendly rehearsal where all abilities are welcome.. There ‘s tea and cake and. It’s all free.. So join us this Monday..


Chinnor Silver

August 11 • We are looking for Bb BASS AND PERCUSSION PLAYERS to join our hardworking and friendly team.Good book of concerts and contests planned which includes a trip abroad in 2027.. Rehearsals are on a Wednesday in our own bandroom.


Craig Roberts

BA (Hons), MA
Conductor / Adjudicator


               

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