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Brass Band Treize

Theodoloz to head to New Zealand

November 15, 2024
Frederic Theodoloz, the MD of Treize Etoile has been named as Chief Adjudicator for the 2025 New Zealand National Championships in Christchurch.


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World Rankings: October update

October 02, 2024
Treize Etoiles reach the rankings summit following epic win at the British Open Championships.


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Settling in at its new home...

September 11, 2024
The British Open Gold Shield is safe in its new home in the cantons of Switzerland surrounded by some familiar silver residents.


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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'.


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European champions set focus on Open debut

September 02, 2024
Brass Band Treize Etoiles are getting ready for their debut appearance at the British Open.


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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


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World Rankings: June update

June 07, 2023
The latest Band Supplies — 4barsrest World Rankings see substantial changes throughout the top 200 following one of the busiest and most impactful parts of the contest season.


Castle

Treize Etoiles become Thunderstruck rockers

November 03, 2021
If you are going to play a bit of AC/DC then you've got to do its in a pretty spectacular venue..


Patrick

Swiss star steps down from principal role

September 01, 2020
The outstanding Patrick Vergeres has stepped down as principal cornet of Brass and 13 Etoiles after enjoying a 27 year association with the band — and two decades on the end chair.


Cutt

Cutt takes consultant role with Treize Etoiles

February 11, 2019
Garry Cutt has been appointed the new Musical Consultant with former Swiss National Champion, Treize Etoiles.


Gouraly

Gourlay ends ten year musical link with Treize Etoiles

January 05, 2019
James Gourlay has decided to bring to a close his decade long association with Treize Etoiles — with a trio of National titles and a quartet of Swiss Open wins to his name.


Jim and Jeremy

Interview with James Gourlay and Jeremy Coquoz

July 09, 2017
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to MD Jim Gourlay and star soloist Jeremy Coquoz of Treize Etoiles


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Report & Results: 2015 Swiss Open

September 28, 2015
Brass Band Treize Etoiles send message of intent to rivals as they retain Swiss Open title in Lucerne.


Vergeres

Swiss stars to shine bright this Christmas

December 12, 2014
A trio of Treize Etoile stars Patrick Vergères, Jeremy Coquoz and Stéphane Rudaz will be embarking on a short domestic concert tour this weekend...


James Gourlay

Report & Results: 2014 Swiss Open

September 25, 2014
Treize Etoiles add a pinch of domestic contesting spice into the mix as they reclaim Swiss Open title in build up to Montreux showdown.


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40th anniversary celebrations for 13 Etoiles

February 24, 2013
One of the great brass bands of Europe is celebrating its 40th anniversary in an unique way this year...


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Report & Results: 2012 Swiss Open

September 25, 2012
Treize Etoiles reclaims Swiss title with maximum efficiency under James Gourlay at a thrilling contest in Luzern.


Treie

Results: 2010 Swiss National Championship

November 28, 2010
Treize Etoiles takes Swiss National title in Montreux to claim home advantage for 2011 European Championship.


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Results: Swiss National Championships

December 02, 2008
Treize Etoiles make it a round dozen as they claim 12th Swiss National title.




British Open

Fewer than 30 stall seats left for British Open

September 4 • You will need to be quick to get a downstairs seat in the stalls for the British Open — but you can still bag a bargain discount for the Grand Tier to enjoy 'Star Crossed Lovers'.


4BR podcast

4BR British Open preview

September 2 • Join us on air on Wednesday evening to give us your views and opinions ahead of the 171st British Open Championships at Symphony Hall.


British Open

New additions to prize list at British Open

September 2 • The new champion will bag a record cash prize whilst a new cornet award adds to the individual accolades on offer at Symphony Hall this weekend.


Alexander Richter

Richter award for pioneering brass band advocacy

September 2 • Alexander Richter has been presented with the prestigious Eitelfriedrich-Thom Award.


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


Rushden Town Band

September 2 • 2nd Trombone position has become vacant as current holder off to University. Rehearsals Mondays and Wednesday at Rushden Hall. RTB is a friendly 1st Section band who have recently come back from their second tour abroad and also released their first CD.


Bilton Silver Rugby Band

September 2 • Are you moving to the West Midlands this autumn or possibly fancy a change of bandroom scenery? The band are looking to recruit an Eb bass and a Kit Percussionist to help us with our varied and ever expanding range of events.


Cross Keys Silver Band

September 2 • We're looking for a 2nd Trombone player to join a strong section in a 2nd Section band based in South Wales. We have a number of community engagements and contests lined up for the rest of the year and into 2026. Rehearsals are from 19:30 on Tuesdays.


Martin Heartfield

GGSM, ARCM, PGCE
Conductor, Adjudicator, Educationalist


               

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