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Interview with Kenny Crookston CEO of Brass Bands England
In the first of three interviews, 4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks about the forthcoming Brass Band Conference with BBE CEO Kenny Crookston.
August 23, 2019
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The Music Man returns
Bramwell Tovey's triumphant return to the conducting rostrum has been greeted by acclaim by American critics.
August 23, 2019
UniBrass looking for new trustees
The UniBrass Foundation is looking for new trustees to carry on its innovative work — so why not give it a go...
August 23, 2019
Kirkbymoorside look forward to another double century
A band with a rich community history raises over £370,000 to secure the next 200 years of its future...
August 22, 2019
RNCM to extend successful Young Middle Brass scheme
Free weekend workshops for low brass will be extended for another year at the RNCM in Manchester.
August 21, 2019
4BR Sunday Quiz: The winner
You had to come up with a bit of saintly intervention to find the answer to our latest quiz.
August 20, 2019
Delegates already booked in for 2020 IBBSS
The success of the recent International Brass Band Summer School in Swansea has already seen people signing up for 2020.
August 20, 2019
4BR Shop: Denis Wick SM Travel Mute — Baritone
The perfect way to ensure that baritone players are kept in practice...
August 20, 2019
Hyde Park encore for Snowdown Colliery Welfare
The sound of a brass band has been heard at one of London's iconic bandstands...
August 20, 2019
4BR Shop: Speak Softly, Love (Theme from 'The Godfather')
Go all Marlon Brando with this beautiful euphonium solo from Kirklees Music
August 20, 2019
Death of Allison Allen
The death has been reported of the popular Arrow Valley player Allison Allen.
August 20, 2019
Whitburn part of 5 star review at Edinburgh Festival
The Scottish Open champion joins artistic forces for critically acclaimed concert performance as part of the Edinburgh International Festival.
August 20, 2019
Take Pride in brass
Half a century of a pioneering battle for equal rights will be celebrated with a special brass band concert in Boarshurst next month.
August 18, 2019
4BR Sunday Quiz: The French Connection
All you have to do is identify the link and three great CDs with a Gallic musical flavour could be yours to enjoy...
August 18, 2019
The making of Battle of the Brass Bands
An exclusive look behind the scenes at how the forthcoming Sky Arts documentary series Battle of the Brass Bands made it to our screens...
August 16, 2019
Brass Band World magazine: August edition out now...
The August edition of Brass Band World is out now — packed with news, views, opinions and reviews that make for essential reading...
August 16, 2019
Former National champion looking forward to return
Newbridge Celynen Brass is hoping to make a long awaited return to the contest stage after a decade of being away.
August 16, 2019
Coalburn pride at youngster's NYBBS experience
The Coalburn Band organisation has spoken of the pride it has in its young stars that were part of this year's National Youth Brass Bands of Scotland summer course.
August 16, 2019
Bowie bandstand saved for the nation
Never mind the brass band history — its the rock star link that you need to save a bandstand for the nation...
August 16, 2019
Worldwide interactive attractions for Bolsover Festival of Brass
Performers as well as viewers around the world will be able to play their part in the forthcoming Bolsover Festival of Brass contests.
August 15, 2019
4BR Shop: Protec L205 Tuba Mouthpiece Pouch
Tuba players need to keep their precious bits safe as well...
August 15, 2019
Hughes takes the reins at Golborne
Joshua Hughes has been appointed the new MD at Golborne Band
August 15, 2019
Full house signs for Wychavon
Its full to the brim with competing bands at the Wychavon Festival of Brass later this year.
August 15, 2019
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