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Brass concerns raised as EU consider further lead restrictions
Stephen Wick, Chairperson of Denis Wick Ltd has raised concerns over the future of the use of lead in brass instrument and mouthpiece manufacture as the EU considers further restrictions.
December 09, 2022
On the ninth day of Christmas...
There's the chance to sing alongside Matt Ford and the National Champion Foden's Band.
December 09, 2022
Black Dyke stars inspire Redhills Youth
There was plenty of inspiration on hand at Sage Gateshead as Black Dyke stars provide workshops for Redbhills Youth Band players.
December 09, 2022
Early season try out Banbury
There will be an early season chance for bands to try out their form with the Oxfordshire & District Brass Bands Association's own choice test-piece contest.
December 09, 2022
Closer brass band links sought by Malcolm Arnold Society
The Malcolm Arnold Society is hoping to enhance the brass band profile of a composer with rich connection to movement.
December 07, 2022
Death of Luther Wilkinson
The death has been announced of Emley Band stalwart Luther Wilkinson.
December 07, 2022
Arts Council England looks for focus group ideas
Arts Council England is looking for focus group help to give ideas and opinions on their Music Hub Investment Programme.
December 06, 2022
Celebration presents for talented youngsters...
The National Youth and National Childrens' Band of Great Britain has just sent out 63 fantastic early Christmas presents.
December 06, 2022
1st Old Boys join massed ranks for festive treats
The 1st Old Boys Band round off a memorable year by joining forces with the Belfast Operatic Society for plenty of festive entertainment.
December 06, 2022
Kane able to take Cinderford baton
Steve Kane has been appointed the new MD at Cinderford Band.
December 06, 2022
Staffordshire add to on-line presence
The Staffordshire Band has given itself an early Christmas present with its new website.
December 06, 2022
On the sixth day of Christmas...
The chance to hear Mozart's 'Requiem' masterpiece for choral society, soloists and brass band...
December 06, 2022
Radio: Sunday Bandstand 4th December
Festive music from across the banding world to enjoy this week with Chris Helme.
December 06, 2022
On the fifth day of Christmas...
Elland Sliver Band start opening their Christmas Crackers...
December 05, 2022
Brass Blues for Bendigo
Bendigo United Brass has played its part in the annual Blues & Roots Music Festival.
December 05, 2022
Brass band feature on Radio 5 Live later tonight.
There will be an hour long slot on Colin Murray's late night show this evening — featuring
December 05, 2022
Lipeatt and Sykes team up for entertainment spots
Stan Lippeatt and Steve Sykes have joined forces to provide plenty of humour, stories and insight for any evening of brass band entertainment.
December 04, 2022
Death of Ivor Lewis
4BR has been informed of the death of the respected band trainer and contest organiser Ivor Lewis.
December 04, 2022
Match funding for National Youth Band library project
Any donations to the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain's 'Big Give' project will be matched funded.
December 03, 2022
On the third day of Christmas...
My true love gave to me — the start of 12 days of festive music making from Brighouse & Rastrick Band.
December 03, 2022
Further progress on German horizon
The brass band movement in Germany is growing in strength and excellence according to those who are hearing it first hand.
December 03, 2022
Market Rasen adds to line-up strength ahead of 2023
Three new players join the ranks of the Market Rasen Band as they look forward to the challenges of 2023.
December 03, 2022
St David's Hall future in doubt
The venue for the 1986 and 1992 European Brass Band Championships is under threat of being sold as local authority looks at investment needs.
December 02, 2022
