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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
4BR Shop: March to the Scaffold (Hector Berlioz arr. Phillip Littlemore)
Fancy putting your neck on the line at your next band concert?
August 15, 2019
Welsh League series open for bands
The West Wales BBA Welsh League series contest is now open for entries — from both sides of the border.
August 15, 2019
Farewells and welcomes at Thornton-Cleveleys
Its an exciting time at Thornton-Cleveleys Band with plenty of comings and goings.
August 15, 2019
Funeral details for Richard Scott
The funeral details for the much respected Richard Scott have been announced.
August 15, 2019
4BR Shop: In The Bleak Mid Winter (Holst arr. David Beal)
A fantastic arrangement of a haunting tune with a link to the Peaky Blinders television series.
August 15, 2019
Blidworth make southern hemisphere musical link
Fendall Hill has become the new Associate Composer of Blidworth Welfare Band
August 15, 2019
Time to get the result right for Cheltenham
If you need a perfect result for your appearance at the National Finals then make sure you get in touch with Musicwearetc
August 14, 2019
Oxford contest open for entries
The Oxfordshire & District Brass Band Association Entertainment Contest is open for entries.
August 14, 2019
4BR Shop: Got to get you into my life
You can't beat a bit of Earth, Wind and Fire to get the concert feet tapping...
August 14, 2019
Huddersfield offers students creative opportunities
The opportunity to works with leading brass band tutors in a thriving creative environment is being offered by the music courses at the University of Huddersfield.
August 14, 2019
Battle of the Bands already on repeat
The forthcoming Sky Arts Battle of the Bands series is already set for repeated viewing...
August 13, 2019
Get yourself a six-pack from Pennine Music
What a way to get your band in trim as Pennine Music promises a fantastic six-pack each day...
August 13, 2019
Wantage to link up with Bates
Wantage Band will team up with Jonny Bates for the Wychavon and Butlins contests.
August 13, 2019
