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King

David King — Brighouse's $6 million dollar man

January 27, 2009
Professor David King has spoken exclusively to 4BR about his decision to return to top level banding with Brighouse & Rastrick.


Hammonds Saltaire logo

Hammonds return

January 26, 2009
4BR has been informed that one of the most iconic names in Yorkshire banding is set to return at Bradford.


Crowther

Crowther departs from Grimethorpe

January 23, 2009
Shaun Crowther talks exclusively to 4BR about his decision to leave Grimethorpe and what has been going on since the departure of Roger Webster from the band.


Hindmarsh

Hindmarsh excited by RNCM highlights

January 23, 2009
RNCM Festival of Brass Artistic Director Paul Hindmarsh has spoken to 4BR about the forthcoming highlights of the Vinter inspired weekend in Manchester.


Cumby

Cumby delight

January 22, 2009
The Butlins Best Soloist talks exclusively to 4BR about her delight at winning the Geoff Dove Award – as well her interesting background and entry into the mysterious world of top section brass banding…


Shirebrook in Unison

January 22, 2009
MD Mark Wilcockson talks to 4BR about how his band retained its Butlins Third Section title and how he may get a bit of a reputation for cruising bars looking for new players…


Sparke

The Sparke Report

January 20, 2009
Adjudicator Philip Sparke tells 4BR how and why the Mineworkers title was won by Redbridge Brass in Skegness on the weekend.


Jeremy Wise

Wise and wonderful

January 20, 2009
Redbridge MD reveals just how much work went into winning the Mineworkers title.


Blackburn

Sheppard's winning flock

January 20, 2009
Blackburn & Darwen MD, Nick Sheppard tells 4BR how his band took the First Section title in an exciting and slightly confusing play off.


Murrill

Perfect record for Murrill

January 20, 2009
East London Brass make it two out of two for Jayne Murill as the MD enjoys a fantastic weekend of musical success at Skegness.


Eccles

Piece of cake for Eccles

January 20, 2009
MD Les Webb talks to 4BR about how Eccles Borough enjoy their trip to Skegness – especially after taking the Fourth Section title for a second successive year.


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Eikanger prepare for 60th celebrations

January 16, 2009
The reigning Norwegian champion Eikanger Bjorsvik has told 4BR that they are working hard towards making 2009 a year to remember – a year in which they celebrate their 60th anniversary of their formation.


Cutt

Cutt explains B&R decision

January 15, 2009
Fodens MD reveals to 4BR just how he was approached to conduct Brighouse & Rastrick at the Yorkshire Regionals this year.


Corn Exchange

Masters announce 20th anniversary line up

January 15, 2009
Philip Biggs talks to 4BR about the plans for the 2009 All England Masters International — including the line up of bands and celebratory events planned for the weekend.


Bob Childs

The world is not enough?

January 13, 2009
Robert Childs talks exclusively to 4BR about his plans for 2009 – and how he hopes to make Cory’s 125th anniversary a memorable one.


Morrison

Morrison accepts new Brighouse role

January 12, 2009
Alan Morrison has spoken to 4BR about accepting a new conducting role at Brighouse & Rastrick.


Fowles

Fowles sad at end of era

January 12, 2009
Stockport Brass MD Mike Fowles has talked exclusively to 4BR about the demise of the former BT Band.


Webster

Webster talks about Grimey departure

January 07, 2009
Roger Webster talks exclusively to 4BR about his departure from Grimethorpe Colliery Band.


PLC

PLC reveals his Sleepless inspirations

January 06, 2009
Composer Paul Lovatt-Cooper talks to 4BR about his latest major commission and the worldwide musical inspiration behind ‘Sleepless Cities’.


Wadsworth

Wadsworth delivers verdict on Scottish Challenge Shield

December 02, 2008
Adjudicator Kevin Wadsworth tells 4BR just how the Scottish Challenge Shield was won and lost.


Katsikaris

Katsikaris tells it as it is in Scottish Challenge Cup

December 02, 2008
Adjudicator Jason Katsikaris tells 4BR about his thoughts on the good, the bad, and the problems of razzing in the Challenge Cup on the weekend.


Edmond

Scotland lead the youth way

December 02, 2008
SABBA Development Officer tells 4BR that he feels Scotland leads the youth way after a weekend of banding enjoyment at Perth Concert Hall.


Besson rep

Besson standard bearer at Scottish Open

December 02, 2008
Besson representative Tim Barrett tells 4BR that Besson sees Scotland as important standard bearer for their continued investment British banding scene.


Kingdom

Building a band fit for a Kingdom

December 02, 2008
Kingdom Brass has invested heavily in long term plans for future generations, if their recent appearance at the Scottish Youth Championships is anything to go by…


Dalmellington

Dalmellington delight

December 02, 2008
Conductor tells 4BR how Dalmellington Youth plays an integral part in the development of young players to secure the future of the senior band.




Banding podcast

Podcast: That's Not Banding — Episode 15

February 4 • More musings and entertainment from the Brighouse pairing of Chris and Tom — from contest nerves to Norwegian contesting...


Cory

New tuba lead at Cory

February 4 • Cory confirm the permanent signing of Will Marston as their new principal Eb tuba.


City of Coventry

Shanks to lead masterclass in Coventry

February 4 • Chris Shanks will lead a great open day of masterclass playing and performing at Coventry City Salvation Army Band in April — so sign up.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

February 4 • More great brass band and military band music to enjoy from Martin and Julie.


Dobcross Silver Band - Whitburn Band

Sunday 1 February • c/o Dobcross Band Club. Platt Lane. Dobcross Saddleworth OL3 5AD


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Friday 6 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


Contest: Norwegian National Brass Band Championships

Saturday 7 February • Grieghallen, Bergen, N-5015 N-5015


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


Wellington Silver Band (Somerset)

February 4 • Looking for a MD. We are a friendly community (4th section?) band of 30 members, looking for someone to take a leading role that can motivate and develop players, while shaping & delivering concerts, maybe contesting, and nurturing a friendly atmosphere.


West Wycombe Brass Band

February 1 • West Wycombe Brass Band are looking for Flugel and Horn players, any position. Rehearsals Wednesday 7.45-9.45pm in own band hall. Give us a call, or email.


Croy Silver Band

February 1 • Croy Silver Band currently has contest vacancies on Cornet and Percussion, but is always happy to accommodate enthusiastic new players in any section of the band.


David Hirst

MA, B.Ed (Hons), LTCL
Conductor, adjudicator and arranger


               

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