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Judges of Scottish Youth

Judges hail fantastic Scottish Youth standards

December 01, 2008
The judges at the Scottish Youth Championships were literally blown away by the standard of playing on show on the weekend – from Novices to Senior youngsters.


Childs

Undisputed number 1

November 20, 2008
Bob Childs talks to 4BR about the recent Brass in Concert win, being the number 1 band in the world and the plans for the Cory future.


Childs

Solo success for David Childs

November 20, 2008
David Childs has spoken to 4BR about his personal delight at winning the prestigious Solo Awasrd at Brass in Concert — and his plans for the future.


David Read getting interviewed

Judges praise the bands

October 12, 2008
Adjudication trio full of praise for winners and rivals.


White

Haakon proves to be the good, bad and ugly

September 29, 2008
Melvin White and Steve Sykes were looking for something extra in the First Section.


Davies

Sympathy for test results in Second Section

September 29, 2008
Adjudicator Jim Davies has plenty of sympathy after stern Second Section test.


Wadsworth

No punches pulled in Third Section

September 29, 2008
Kevin Wadsworth and Stan Lippeatt pull no punches with the strings in the Third Section.


Evans

Shipping forecast in Fourth

September 29, 2008
Richard Evans speaks of the forgotten art of Shipbuilding in the Fourth Section.


Morris

Best ever for organisers

September 29, 2008
Philip Morris of Kapitol Promotions delighted at 2008 event.


Gregson

Gregson enjoys terrific accolade

September 14, 2008
The performances of Rococo Variations produced a terrific musical accolade for the composer Edward Gregson on the weekend.


Symphony Hall

Judges praise Gregson test piece

September 14, 2008
The three men in the box certainly enjoyed themselves on what was a long day of work — thanks to a very fine test piece it seems...


Glyn Williams

Williams emulates new wife

September 14, 2008
Fodens star euphonium player Glyn Williams had a great weekend at Symphony Hall — even getting to emulate his wife.


David Read

Judges full of praise for winners – and runners up

June 28, 2008
Adjudicators delighted with standard of performances – but bemoan lack of opportunity for top two to gain European entry.


Robert Morgan

Morgan delighted at third year

June 28, 2008
British Federation Chairman expresses delight at running of English National Contest at Preston.


Ulf Rosenberg

Rosenberg support

June 28, 2008
EBBA President offers support for English Nationals.


Melanie Sykes

Super Sykes

June 28, 2008
Television celebrity, model and brass band fan Melanie Sykes took time out of her busy schedule to enjoy the bands at Preston.


Leyland

Leyland back on track

May 13, 2008
Leyland are back at the British Open — and delighted to have met a top priority for 2008.


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Aussie rules

May 11, 2008
Leyland MD Jason Katsikaris has spoken to 4BR about his delight at steering his band back to the British Open.


winter gardens

Judges make their feelings known

May 11, 2008
The six judges at the Spring Festival took the opportunity to make sure everyone in the audience knew just how they reached their decisions.


winter gardens

Results: 2008 Spring Festival

May 10, 2008
Full results from the 2008 Spring Festival at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool


Bob Childs with trophy

Childs delight at overdue Euro title

May 03, 2008
Dr Robert Childs has spoken to 4BR about his delight at finally winning the European title with his Welsh band after a gap of 28 agonising years.


Pfeffersberg celebrate

Pfeffersberg take B Section title in style

May 03, 2008
Brass Band Frener-Reifer Pfeffersberg retained their European B Section title in some considerable style this weekend, by the richly deserved margin of four clear points.


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Results: 2008 European Championships

May 03, 2008
Full results for the 2008 European Championships from Stavanger, Norway


EBBA

The luck of the draw?

May 03, 2008
Draw fiasco on Friday raises the eyebrows and recalls memories of Stuart Hall and Eddie Waring!


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Live: European B Section

May 03, 2008
Live comments for the B Section at this year's European Championships from Stavanger.




Ingbjord

Duality of expansion and recognition for Vilhelmsen

January 15 • Norwegian composer gains recognition for the popularity and critical acclaim of her brass band works with publisher award nomination.


Skunkworks

A brass band camp with a difference...

January 15 • The latest Skunkworks Community Bright Brass & Percussion Summer Intensive in Australia came with snake bites, heat stress gastroenteritis and bushfires, as well as plenty of great music making...


Podcast

Festival focus for 4BR Review podcast

January 14 • Join the live podcast broadcast this evening with Iwan Fox, Chris Thomas and Dr David Thornton as they preview the attractions at the forthcoming RNCM International Brass Band Festival.


RBC

Area test-piece focus at RBC Brass Day

January 14 • Players, conductors and brass band supporters can enjoy a full day of Third and Fourth Section test-piece workshops in Birmingham — with a Thomas Fountain bonus.


Newstead Brass - Brett Baker

Saturday 17 January • St Wilfrid's Church, . Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8LA


The Hepworth Band - New Year Concert

Sunday 25 January • Christ Church, New Mill, Holmfirth HD9 7ER


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


Contest: London & Southern Counties Regional Championships

Saturday 21 March • Arts & Leisure Centre, Lytton Way, Stevenage SG1 1LZ


Cheltenham Silver Band

January 14 • Tenor Horn, Bass, Percussion (all positions negotiable) in our 3rd Section Band.. . As we prepare for the West of England Areas with our professional conductor, Neil Brownless, and the 2026 summer season, we are looking to welcome new members.


Chinnor Silver

January 13 • New Year,New Section,New MD and for you New Band?. We are looking for a Tuned Percussionist for the areas and beyond.. Rehearsals are on a Wednesday evening 8-10 in our own bandroom (so no setting up each time).


Chinnor Silver

January 13 • Our COMMUNITY BAND is meeting again on Monday (19th) at 11am in our own bandroom.. We welcome players of all abilities to join us for a relaxed,friendly rehearsal with cake and coffee thrown in all free.. Playing with us doesn’t affect your own band


Lt Col David Barringer MBE

BMus (Hons)
Conductor and adjudicator


               

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