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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.
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.
Communal approach works well in Jena
May 28, 2025
A dynamic approach to inclusive training is continuing to pay rich dividends in Germany.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: Touch of Brass
May 26, 2025
Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves.
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.
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.
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.
Italian banding gains foundation boost
May 24, 2025
The work of Lito Fontana continues to help boost the growing foundation of Italian banding.
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 MD resignation
May 24, 2025
The Skelmersdale Band has acted immediately to end their association with conductor Ben Coulson.
Radio 3 boosts listener figures
May 24, 2025
The BBC's flagship classical music station has been adding to its listeners of late.
Straker generations play together
May 24, 2025
Members of the Straker family all played their part in recent events with Friary Brass.
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.
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.
Radio: Brass Banding with Hannah Peel: Episode 5
May 24, 2025
The latest episode of the Radio 3 series is broadcast this Sunday.
Wantage to welcome White for packed day of music making
May 24, 2025
Sheona White will head to Wantage next month to lead a workshop and be the featured soloist.
24 hour musical challenge for Kirkby Stephen
May 24, 2025
Marches, solos and even a dawn chorus of birdsong will help Kirkby Stephen Silver Band raise funds to transform their HQ.
Podcast: The Brass Monkeys — Episode 8
May 24, 2025
The latest episode of the podcast with a North Walian musical accent is back.
4BR Review podcast: Episode 4
May 23, 2025
4BR Editor Iwan Fox and colleague Chris Thomas look back at the European Championships as well as chatting about plenty of other things — from the Spring Festival to Maurice Murphy...
New method of calculating prize positions at Whit Friday
May 22, 2025
A median value methodology will be used to calculate the overall prize positions for this year's Saddleworth & Oldham Whit Friday Contests.
