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4BR Monday Interview with Tom Hutchinson
4BR catches up with the Cory cornet star to find out about his latest project — a studio recital series performance alongside his great friend, pianist, Ewan Gilford.
March 22, 2021
Final call for Black Dyke Virtual Day
The final call has gone out to players who wish to join the Queensbury band for a full day of on-line music making with stars past and present.
March 21, 2021
Top marks for German youngsters
Three young players from Jugend Brass Band BlechKLANG in Germany have once again impressed in the national Jugend Musiziert competition.
March 21, 2021
Violet showcased as leading light
Brass Band Willebroek's principal cornet player Lode Violet has been identified as one of Belgium's leading young musicians and artists by a national arts and music broadcaster.
March 21, 2021
Emerging Composing Voices — Gareth Trott
In the first of a new series 4BR talks to an emerging composer for brass bands about their background, inspiration and and latest work for the medium.
March 21, 2021
Call for Anzac Last Post project
A new initiative has been launched to inspire a new generation to understand, support and perform the 'Last Post' as part of the annual Anzac Day commemorations.
March 20, 2021
Childs spotlight on Radio 3
There is more top class brass playing to enjoy on Radio 3 next week with a broadcast of the Vaughan-Williams 'Concerto for Tuba and Orchestra' performed by David Childs.
March 20, 2021
4BR Friday Interview with Mauro Martins
4BR catches up with the Portuguese euphonium star to find out more about his latest coaching programme entitled 'Boost Your Talent' which sees him link students up with leading euphonium players and musicians.
March 19, 2021
Welsh encouragement from youth focus
The latest Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales open forum initiative has given a boost of communal encouragement for those keen to help future youth development in Wales.
March 19, 2021
Huddersfield satisfaction with ranking spot
The University of Huddersfield finds itself in the mix with the top 50 performing arts institutions in the world.
March 19, 2021
East of England Coop Band looks forward to 2022 celebrations
The East of England Coop Band is already putting plans in place to celebrate a joint anniversary in 2022.
March 19, 2021
Brass Bands Wales to host Youth Forum
Bandiau Pres Cymru/Brass Bands Wales is hosting a special youth forum this evening for its member bands and associates — with leading speakers from both sides of the border.
March 18, 2021
Bands asked to consider split-draw or pre-draw at British Open
One off proposal put forward by organisers to help alleviate costs and to manage structure of the contest day at Symphony Hall.
March 18, 2021
4BR Thursday Interview with Russell Gray
4BR talks to the Scottish conductor in Stavanger about the upcoming Brass Band Conductors' Association Virtual Conducting Competition
March 18, 2021
Making the most of easy fundraising ideas...
Brass Bands England have linked up with the leading easyfundraising platform to offer advice to bands on how to gain an extra income stream.
March 17, 2021
New website launch for Saggers
Composer Paul Saggers has just launched his new website.
March 17, 2021
Essential listening with Ian Bousfield
The latest Ian Bousfield Experience asks all the big questions once again...
March 17, 2021
Date changes for East Anglian 90th anniversary celebrations
There have been date changes to some of the East Anglian Brass Band Association's 90th anniversary celebration events this year.
March 17, 2021
4BR Wednesday Interview with Edward Gregson
4BR Editor Iwan Fox talks to the composer following the news of the forthcoming release of his latest CD.
March 17, 2021
Nominations open for the 2021 Brass Bands England Awards
We speak to BBE's Rosie Banham after the organisation releases details of its 2021 Awards and how to nominate those you think deserve recognition.
March 16, 2021
Pick your European Champions
EBBA teams up with World of Brass in May to showcase a weekend of European highlights — including the opportunity to vote for your favourite test-piece and own-choice performance since 2003.
March 16, 2021
New Zealand reprises test-pieces for 2021 Nationals
Works by Edward Gregson, Fendall Hill, David Woodcock and Fraser Bremner will test bands as they return to the oldest National Championships in the world in Christchurch in July.
March 16, 2021
Report & Results: 2021 SBBA Scottish Solo & Ensemble Festival
A host of wonderful performances saw Scottish banding showcase the depth and quality of the nation's talent.
March 16, 2021
4BR Tuesday Interview with Helen Robinson
We find out how the pupils of the Fred Longworth High School Brass Band joined an exclusive crooner list of world famous pop stars to perform with a certain Gary Barlow of Take That fame...
March 16, 2021
Orchestral Awards recognise incredibly challenging year
Association of British Orchestras awards made against backdrop of exceptional challenges for musicians.
March 15, 2021
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