Line and on-line changes at Kibworth
Kibworth says goodbye to twin student talent.Kibworth Band has said goodbye to two of their members who are off to pastures new having completed their educational studies.London boundPrincipal...
View ArticleChester le Street return for National good
It's back to work for the twin NASUWT Chester le Street Bands - with National Finals to look forward to. The twin bands of the NASUWT Chester-le-Street Band organisation returned to practice after...
View ArticleDenton set for new contesting season
Denton Brass look forward to the second half of the 2013 contesting season under their talented MD, Jessica Tredrea. Denton Brass is preparing for the forthcoming contest and concert season under the...
View ArticleFoden's return from latest Irish gig
The star players of the British Open champions prepare for Symphony Hall with their latest trip to Armagh.British Open champions Foden’s have returned from their latest trip to Northern Ireland, where...
View ArticleGrimethorpe open up on Arabian Nights
There will be an Arabian Night to enjoy with Grimethorpe at the local Salvation Army in Sheffield - so get along. Grimethorpe Colliery Band under professional conductor Luc Vertommen will be holdig...
View ArticleReg Vardy opens their doors to Scheherazade
There is a little bit of free eastern promise in the North East this Thursday. Fancy a bit of (North) Eastern promise on a Thursday night? If you do, then make sure you get along to hear the British...
View ArticleAdvert: Dennis Todd Music
There are some great deals to be grabbed at Denis Todd. Dennis Todd Music has some fantastic deals on offer—and just at the right time to pick up a great second hand instrument at a brilliant price...
View ArticleBolsover Summer School success
Foden's stars Glyn Williams and Mark Wilkinson lead successful Summer School in Bolsover.Bolsover District Council recently added to its successful brass band profile by hosting its second Brass Summer...
View ArticleBands ready for battle in Dronfield
A trio of bands will battle it out for the Hallworth Challenge Cup in Dronfield on the weekend. North East Derbyshire District Council will be hosting its 55th annual Brass Band Festival on Saturday,...
View ArticleDeath of Mike Richardson
4BR has been informed of the death of Derwent Brass and Black Dyke patron Mike Richardson. 4BR has been informed of the death of Mike Richardson, a highly respected and popular patron of both Derwent...
View ArticleDenton's new direction
Marcus Jones takes over the baton at Denton Brass.Denton Brass has announced that they have appointed a new MD in Marcus Jones following the departure of former conductor Jessica Tredrea.ImproveBand...
View ArticleComings and goings at VBS Poynton
Two players depart and a new player joins at VBS Poynton. Vernon Building Society (Poynton) Band has announced the departures of solo cornet player Nick Harrington and second trombone Ryan Higgin. Nick...
View ArticleFord's link with old friends
Australian conductor Mark Ford is to spend a couple of enjoyable weeks in the UK linking up with some old brass band friends. Mark Ford, the three times Australian National Championship winning...
View ArticleMiles return from Bermuda triangle
Conductor Steve Miles will returning to New Zealand following a highly enjoyable 3 year spell in the Bermuda musical triangle. After almost three years living and teaching on the Caribbean island of...
View ArticleBorders Festival to showcase music and entertainment
A wonderful month long festival of music in the Borders of Scotland is about to kick off The 14th Borders Festival of Brass will take place between the 7th September and the 26th October this...
View ArticleBlanket coverage for St Ronan's
St Ronan's Silver set to play their part in Riding of the Marches in Scottish capital. St. Ronan’s Silver Band is getting ready to take part in one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious events on the...
View ArticleLambs set for new pastures in Scotland
Marsden say fond farewell to former Band Manager and his wife. The Marsden Band is to say a fond farewell to Band Manager and former cornet player Phil Lamb and his euphonium/baritone playing wife...
View ArticleBoarshurst to host Cheltenham preview
Boarshurst band to host Cheltenham preview of test piece performances.Boarshurst Band will be holding their annual pre-National Finals evening at the band club on Sunday, 15th September at 8.00pm.One...
View ArticleDesford get RAF tuba help
RAF Central Band tuba star Jonathan Truscott to boost Desford tuba section in Birmingham.The Desford Band has announced the welcome return to the tuba section of Sergeant Jonathan Truscott from the RAF...
View ArticleBradford boosted by new horn brace
City of Bradford has added to the horn ranks with two new players. The City of Bradford Band has announced a brace of exciting new signings as they start their preparation for the forthcoming Fleetwood...
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