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Lito Fontana

Interview with Lito Fontana

October 29, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the man who has been the driving force behind the first Italian Championship.


Teatro Ventidio Basso

Welcome to the Italian National Championship

October 29, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox looks forward to the first Italian National Championship in Ascoli Piceno


Mike Lovatt

Interview with Mike Lovatt

October 19, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the great jazz trumpeter Mike Lovatt ahead of him playing music from the iconic Billy May.


Adam Gregory

Great launch for Brass for Africa campaign at British Open

September 15, 2016
The fantastic Brass for Africa charity enjoyed a wonderful launch day at the recent British Open at Symphony Hall in Birmingham — led by some great donations...


Symphony Hall

Interview with Bram Gay

September 12, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Bram Gay — a musician whose connection with the British Open goes back to 1943.


Peter Graham

Interview with Peter Graham

September 12, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to The Triumph of Time composer Peter Graham after the contest day


Bram Tovey

Interview with Bramwell Tovey.

September 12, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with Bramwell Tovey to talk about his work with the National Youth Band of Great Britain, musical education and his next conducting job...


Stephen Mead

Interview with Steven Mead ahead of 2016 British Open

September 09, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Steven Mead and Adam Rapa about the criteria based adjudication system that Steven hopes will bring clarity to the judging process of contests.


Philip Smith

Interview with Philip Smith

August 07, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the great Philip Smith before he led the 2016 National Youth Band of Great Britain in concert in Morley.


Mareika Gray

Interview with Mareika Gray

August 07, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to conductor Mareika Gray at the 2016 National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain course


Edward Gregson

Interview with Edward Gregson

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Edward Gregson.


Childs

Interview with Prof Nicholas Childs

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to IBBSS Leader Prof Nicholas Childs about this year's course in Swansea.


IBBSS

Interview with a trio of first time delegates to the IBBSS

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to three players making their first trip to Swansea for the International Brass Band Summer School course.


IBBSS

Interview with Norwegian delegates on the 2016 IBBSS

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to two Norwegian delegates on the 2016 IBBSS in Swansea


Tom Hutchinson

Interview with Tom Hutchinson

August 05, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Cory principal cornet Tom Hutchinson to find out more about a busy year for the Besson artist...


Paul Mealor

Interview with Paul Mealor

August 01, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to composer Paul Mealor at the National Youth Band of Wales annual course in Monmouth.


Glenn Van Looy

Interview with the National Youth Band of Wales

August 01, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to MD Tom Davoren, soloist Glenn Van Looy and two members of the National Youth Band of Wales.


Black Dyke Bandroom

Black Dyke heritage gains film addition

July 26, 2016
Black Dyke's plans to curate and celebrate its unique heritage has been made into a short film with a familiar accompanying tune...


Harmen

Interview with Harmen Vanhoorne

July 17, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Belgain cornet star Harmen Vanhoorne in Napier


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.


Champions

Report & Results: 2016 New Zealand Champion of Champions Solo Competition

July 14, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox reports from the Blue Riband solo event of the New Zealand Championships in Napier and talks to Rachel Thomas — the newly crowned 2016 Champion of Champions.


James MacCafferty

Interview with James MacCafferty

July 07, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox gets his comeuppance in trying to teach modern media interview techniques to one delegate on the Allan Withington Conducting Course in Leeuwarden


Nick Walkley

Interview with Nick Walkley

July 07, 2016
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to Nick Walkley as he prepares for the next chapter of his professional musical life....


Withington

Mette Hojen and Allan Withington in conducting conversation

July 07, 2016
Mette Hojen and Allan Withington discuss conducting aims, objectives and essential tips on their course in Leeuwarden...




bbe

Progress and challenges reported at BBE AGM

February 16 • The recent Annual General Meeting of Brass Bands England saw reports of consolidation and progress as well as resetting and rebuilding.


Castell Beaumaris

Wright & Round: Castell Beaumaris (Andy Wareham)

February 16 • A new homage addition to the iconic castle marches of the great T.J. Powell from the pen of Andy Wareham.


Italian Brass BAND

New conducting talent supported in Rome

February 16 • The Italian Brass Band continues to help support its emerging brass band culture with its masterclass conducting series.


Royal College of Music

Royal College of Music offers weekend of Youth Brass tuition

February 15 • The RCM Youth Brass weekend will offer youngsters an invaluable opportunity of practical workshops and coaching this April.


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Oompah Brass XXL

Friday 27 February • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Royal Greenwich Brass Band

Sunday 1 March • St. Alfege Church. Greenwich Church Street. London SE10 9BJ


Regent Hall Concerts - London Central Fellowship Band

Saturday 7 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Regent Hall Concerts - Regent Hall Band of the Salvation Army

Tuesday 10 March • Regent Hall. (The Salvation Army). 275 Oxford Street. London W1C2DJ


Oxted Band

February 17 • CORNET & TROMBONE - Our friendly, ambitious band is looking for a Cornet player (position negotiable) and Trombonists (1st and Bass) to complete our line up for 2026. Led by MD Darrell Scholes, we have a wide range of engagements and events planned.


West Wycombe Brass Band

February 15 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for a Flugel and Horn players, any position. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm in own band hall. Give us a call or email.


Tintwistle Band

February 15 • We need a 2nd baritone player to help complete our team. . We are competing in the second section midlands area next month, but due to illness now also need to fill this seat for the contest.. We enjoy a full calendar of concerts,contests,and social events.


James Garlick

BMus (Hons), QTS
Conductor, Band Trainer, Adjudicator, Tutor


               

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