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Shri

Core link for Shri Sriram in Bradford

The musician will use the opportunity to perform as part of New Music Biennial to promote his brass band project Dhamaal.

June 02, 2025


Artists voice

Partnership formed to help reshape the future of social media for musicians

Two leading organisations have come together to try and support a more positive digital space for artists and fans alike.

June 02, 2025


runners

Whit Friday runners beware

If you are heading to Stalybridge on Whit Friday then keep an eye out for the runners.

June 02, 2025


Brookwright

BrookWright Music: Sweet Hour of Prayer (William Bradbury arr. Kenneth Downie)

A sensitive new arrangement by Kenneth Downie of William Bradbury's beloved hymn.

June 02, 2025


Gregson

Gregson celebration on eve of National Final

The International Staff Band will be joined by Ian Bousfield on the eve of the Royal Albert Hall National Final to celebrate the 80th birthday of composer Edward Gregson.

June 02, 2025


Colorado Brass

Colorado makes first investment in youth

Colorado Brass recently held its first Youth Brass Weekend as it looks for opinions on how to shape its musical future.

June 02, 2025


Urdd

Welsh youth boost brass at Urdd Eisteddfod

There was plenty of brass playing talent on show at the Urdd National Eisteddfod this year.

June 02, 2025


Dalmellington Band

Dalmellington delight at Paulin donation

A trove of music has been donated to the Dalmellington Band by one of its most famous brass banding sons.

June 02, 2025


Radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves — with a touch of Whit Friday this week too.

June 02, 2025


nybbgb

NYBBGB Tidworth Concert now on YouTube

The impressive concert given by the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain and featuring Isobel Daws can now by enjoyed time and time again.

May 30, 2025


mUSIC

Pressure pays off as music still on offer at Cardiff University

Music degrees will still be on offer at Cardiff University although under new plans to revise entry targets and content.

May 28, 2025


John Wallace

Wallace honoured by International Trumpet Guild

John Wallace CBE follows in the musical footsteps of Maurice Andre, Philip Jones, Miles Davis and Maurice Murphy with his latest accolade.

May 28, 2025


BBE Seaside

Oh we do like to play beside the seaside...

BBE launches its 'Brass at the Seaside' initiative to help bands reach out to new audiences.

May 28, 2025


Blechklang

Communal approach works well in Jena

A dynamic approach to inclusive training is continuing to pay rich dividends in Germany.

May 28, 2025


Mark Carter

Death of Mark Carter

The death has been announced of Mark Carter, the respected proprietor of the Mr Tuba business in South Wales.

May 27, 2025


Mike Lovatt

4BR Podcast Interview: Mike Lovatt

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.

May 26, 2025


Wychavon

Joint enterprise boost thanks to Foden's and Wychavon

A joint collaboration between the Wychavon Festival of Brass and Foden's Band has boosted the inspiration levels for young players.

May 26, 2025


Tcikets

Ticket dates for the diary

Make sure you don't miss out on all the important major brass band contests — from the British Open to the next Europeans.

May 26, 2025


Sgning

Diggle welcome New Zealander

There has been a warm musical welcome for horn player Emma McMorran as she makes a new home at Diggle.

May 26, 2025


radio

Radio: Touch of Brass

Join presenter Martin Upfold for more great brass band music over the airwaves.

May 26, 2025


EBBA

EBBA reports on musical and financial outlooks

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.

May 26, 2025


Rothwell Temperance

Result: 2025 French Open Championship

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.

May 25, 2025


British Open

Ticket demand pleases British Open organisers

There has already been an excellent take-up for tickets for the 2025 British Open in Birmingham in September.

May 24, 2025


Lito

Italian banding gains foundation boost

The work of Lito Fontana continues to help boost the growing foundation of Italian banding.

May 24, 2025


rOBOT

The rise of AI reaches the contest stage

The first AI Music Contest is being held as part of the leading electronic Kappa FuturFestival event.

May 24, 2025




British Open

High demand for premium tickets for British Open

June 5 • Premium tickets for the British Open are starting to become increasingly limited — so don't miss out.


Chav Brass

Chav Brass set for serious fun at Whit Friday

June 5 • The scallywags of the Whit Friday circuit will be performing with serious ambition this year as they seek to inspire the next generation with a mix of DJ Sammy and Eric Ball...


Whit Friday

2025 Tameside Whit Friday details confirmed

June 4 • From start times to prize money, contact details and essential information — the details of the Tameside Whit Friday contests have been announced.


EverReady

Enjoy Spring Festival highlights

June 4 • The British Open has produced a special YouTube feature capturing the highlights of the 2025 Spring Festival in Blackpool.


Contest: Whit Friday March Contests

Friday 13 June • Saddleworth & Tameside OL3


Hebden Bridge Brass Band - The 13th annual Hebden Bridge March Contest

Sunday 15 June • St George's Square, Hebden Bridge HX7 8ET


The Portsmouth Grammar School - Concert by The Black Dyke Band

Saturday 28 June • St Marys Church, Fratton, Portsmouth PO15PA PO15PA


Petworth Town Band - Fete in the Park with Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Grounds of Petworth Park GU28 9LR


Petworth Town Band - Farnham Brass Band and Petworth Town Band

Saturday 28 June • Farnham Carnival


HYDE BAND

June 5 • WE CURRENTLY HAVE PLAYER VACANCIES FOR BB BASS, BARITONE & EUPHONIUM. Join our friendly 1st Section Band in the New forest, working with our Musical Director: Ben Halstead on a varied programme of concerts and contests. Rehearsals Mon & Thurs 8-10


Besses Boys' Band

June 4 • Besses Boys' Band (1st Section 2026) are looking for SOLO TROMBONE. Rehearsals Monday & Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Lady Wilton Hall, Manchester - Good links to M60 ring road and city centre. Fun band with good concert and social balance


Besses Boys' Band

June 4 • Besses Boys' Band (1st Section 2026) are looking for CORNET players (position negotiable). Rehearse Monday & Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at Lady Wilton Hall, Manchester - Good links to M60 ring road and city centre. Fun band with good concert and social balance


Kevin Wadsworth


Conductor, adjudicator, teacher (ABBA)


               

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