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Welsh Government announces multi million pound music investment
The Welsh Government has announced an investment of £6.82m to support music and arts in a new school curriculum initiative.
December 06, 2021
New Heman lead
Composer, performer and conductor Geert Jan Kroon takes the helm at Brassband Heman Zuidwolde.
December 06, 2021
4BR: Monday Quiz
Just find the link to the one of the days of Christmas to get you hands on some great brass band CDs.
December 06, 2021
Morvern calls time on decade of excellence at Rainford
Morvern Sinclair has decided to step down as principal cornet of Rainford Band after 10 years of acclaimed excellence.
December 05, 2021
Presidential hope for New Zealand certainty in 2022
The President of the New Zealand Brass Band Association has thanked the banding community for its support in 2021 as he looks towards a positive 2022.
December 05, 2021
Tendring ensure local audience are not Brassed Off
Tendring Brass has linked up with their local Amateur Dramatic Society to provide some wonderful 'Brassed Off' stage entertainment.
December 04, 2021
Ancient festive treat brought online
Jena Brass Band BlechKLANG will be performing their 'Tales from Ancient Times' Christmas Concert on line this year.
December 04, 2021
New additions bring life to Derwent resurgence
Five new recruits have brought an injection of musical life into the band that has made a stir with its deathly entertainment.
December 04, 2021
SBBA Speaks to the world
The first 'SBBA Speaks' podcast has taken to the airwaves
December 04, 2021
Last roll of the drum for Woollam
Dave Woollam has stepped down from the Musical Director/Bandmaster roll at the Band and Drums of the Cheshire Constabulary.
December 04, 2021
Baker brings Police role to a close
Leigh Baker has decided to step down from his role as Musical Director of South Yorkshire Police Band after 14 years at the helm.
December 04, 2021
Full menu of entertainment at UniBrass Championships
There will be plenty of musical attractions at the 2022 UniBrass Championships in February.
December 03, 2021
New addition to Denis Wick board
Steven Greenall has been appointed a director of Denis Wick Products Ltd, strengthening link between the two leading Queen's Enterprise Award winning companies.
December 03, 2021
World Youth Brass Band to be formed at Kerkrade WMC
The famous World Music Contest is looking to host a World Youth Brass Band during its 2022 festival.
December 02, 2021
UK musicians face precarious financial future
New research finds that almost a quarter of professional musicians say they are considering leaving the industry with a third earning nothing from their work.
December 02, 2021
10th anniversary sees two additions to Ray Farr Flugels
Two new traditional models are added to the Ray Farr Flugel range to celebrate the company's 10th anniversary.
December 01, 2021
4BR Quiz: First day of Festive Fun
You can get your hands on four great CDs from Brighouse & Rastrick, Cory, Grimethorpe and Tredegar if you can get your thinking caps on...
December 01, 2021
The sound of the Robin on Radio 3
The sweet euphonium sound of Liz Lane's 'Robin, Robin' was heard on Radio 3 recently, played by Steven Mead and Brighouse & Rastrick Band.
December 01, 2021
New venue for Midlands Area contest
The Midlands Regional Championships will take place in a brand new venue in 2022
November 30, 2021
Packed agenda for online Scottish Brass Learning Conference
There is a full schedule of free conference topics to be presented by leading figures in the inaugural Scottish Brass Learning Conference.
November 30, 2021
New state youth band set up in Victoria
The Australian state of Victoria will see a revival of its representative youth band.
November 30, 2021
New BBP rules come into force from January
Three significant rule changes come into force for contests using BBP Registry Rules — including the Regional Championships.
November 30, 2021
Christmas Greetings in the post
A Derbyshire artist with a love of brass bands has come up with some great festive greeting cards for you to send to family and friends...
November 30, 2021
Youth judges required for Yorkshire Area
The regular Youth Adjudicators Scheme run at the Yorkshire Area Championships is looking for volunteers.
November 30, 2021
Reg Vardy adds to Perth boost
A rejuvenated Reg Vardy Band has plenty to look forward to after Perth podium success at Scottish Open.
November 30, 2021
