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Urdd

Welsh youth boost brass at Urdd Eisteddfod

June 02, 2025
There was plenty of brass playing talent on show at the Urdd National Eisteddfod this year.


Dalmellington Band

Dalmellington delight at Paulin donation

June 02, 2025
A trove of music has been donated to the Dalmellington Band by one of its most famous brass banding sons.


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

June 02, 2025
Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves — with a touch of Whit Friday this week too.


nybbgb

NYBBGB Tidworth Concert now on YouTube

May 30, 2025
The impressive concert given by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and featuring Isobel Daws can now by enjoyed time and time again.


mUSIC

Pressure pays off as music still on offer at Cardiff University

May 28, 2025
Music degrees will still be on offer at Cardiff University although under new plans to revise entry targets and content.


John Wallace

Wallace honoured by International Trumpet Guild

May 28, 2025
John Wallace CBE follows in the musical footsteps of Maurice Andre, Philip Jones, Miles Davis and Maurice Murphy with his latest accolade.


BBE Seaside

Oh we do like to play beside the seaside...

May 28, 2025
BBE launches its 'Brass at the Seaside' initiative to help bands reach out to new audiences.


Blechklang

Communal approach works well in Jena

May 28, 2025
A dynamic approach to inclusive training is continuing to pay rich dividends in Germany.


Mark Carter

Death of Mark Carter

May 27, 2025
The death has been announced of Mark Carter, the respected proprietor of the Mr Tuba business in South Wales.


Mike Lovatt

4BR Podcast Interview: Mike Lovatt

May 26, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox catches up with the trumpet star to find out more about his latest Brass Pack release inspired by the great Billy May.


Wychavon

Joint enterprise boost thanks to Foden's and Wychavon

May 26, 2025
A joint collaboration between the Wychavon Festival of Brass and Foden's Band has boosted the inspiration levels for young players.


Tcikets

Ticket dates for the diary

May 26, 2025
Make sure you don't miss out on all the important major brass band contests — from the British Open to the next Europeans.


Sgning

Diggle welcome New Zealander

May 26, 2025
There has been a warm musical welcome for horn player Emma McMorran as she makes a new home at Diggle.


radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

May 26, 2025
Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves.


EBBA

EBBA reports on musical and financial outlooks

May 26, 2025
At its recent Annual General Meeting, the European Brass Band Association reported on its past and current work, as well as its future financial outlook.


Rothwell Temperance

Result: 2025 French Open Championship

May 25, 2025
Rothwell Temperance claim the international honours in Amboise with section victories going to Amerfoort, Roosendaal, Brass Band De La Vienne and Brass Band En Seine.


British Open

Ticket demand pleases British Open organisers

May 24, 2025
There has already been an excellent take-up for tickets for the 2025 British Open in Birmingham in September.


Lito

Italian banding gains foundation boost

May 24, 2025
The work of Lito Fontana continues to help boost the growing foundation of Italian banding.


rOBOT

The rise of AI reaches the contest stage

May 24, 2025
The first AI Music Contest is being held as part of the leading electronic Kappa FuturFestival event.


Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale MD resignation

May 24, 2025
The Skelmersdale Band has acted immediately to end their association with conductor Ben Coulson.


Radio 3

Radio 3 boosts listener figures

May 24, 2025
The BBC's flagship classical music station has been adding to its listeners of late.


Friary Brass

Straker generations play together

May 24, 2025
Members of the Straker family all played their part in recent events with Friary Brass.


Fodens and chets

Foden's inspire next Chet's generation

May 24, 2025
A collaboration between Foden's Band and Chetham's School of Music in Manchester showcased brass band talent.


Tongwynlais

Senedd celebration for Tongwynlais ambassadors

May 24, 2025
Tongwynlais Temperance's part in a successful Welsh Government initiative to Japan will be celebrated closer to home next month.


Brass banding with Hannah Peel

Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel: Episode 5

May 24, 2025
The latest episode of the Radio 3 series is broadcast this Sunday.




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.


RNCM Festival

Cymbals to soundtracks on offer at RNCM Percussion Day

January 14 • There will be a full day of percussion attractions on offer at the RNCM in February.


Desford

Desford landmark with latest Vietnam tour

January 14 • The 2025 National Champion will head to Vietnam as they mark their 20th overseas tour.


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


Dr Brett Baker

BSc (Hons), ARCM, PG Dip
Marketing Lead, Denis Wick & Alliance Products; Artist at Michael Rath Instruments


               

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