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Foden's duo set to lead Bolsover Summer School
The Bolsover Summer School commences this weekend under the leadership of Foden’s stars Mark Wilkinson and Glyn Williams, who will be working alongside David Hirst, Helen Williams, Stewart Baglin,...
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And all that jazz...
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales is currently putting the final touches to their preparations ahead of a brace of concerts that will conclude its 2014 course.Great timeThe band has been directed...
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Hard work and effort pays off for Stalham youth
At a number of local schools in the Stalham area of North Norfolk, children have been receiving awards for their service to Stalham Brass Band. FreeOrganised in conjunction with Arts Council England,...
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UniBrass links with Cory for further education boost
The UniBrass University Brass Band Championship has announced that they are to start a multi-year education programme with National Champions Cory, sponsored by Besson Instruments. PromoteHosted at the...
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Get your chops around this one!
At last! A credible plastic tenor horn mouthpiece has arrived in the UK - thanks to John Packer Ltd.Clear plasticMany tenor horn players who suffer with allergies have been searching for years for a...
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Open boosted by ticket demand
The attraction of an eagerly anticipated set work and one of the strongest ranked fields ever to take to the stage at Symphony Hall has boosted ticket sales for the 162nd British Open Championship...
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Trevada heads to Wessex
Trevada Music will once again be heading for a great week at the Wessex Band Summer School which will be held in Sturminster Newton, commencing on Monday 28th July.Over 200 musiciansOver 200 musicians...
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David Loukes funeral details
4BR has been informed that the funeral of David Loukes will take place at 10.30am on Saturday 2nd August at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Puggis Hill, Camborne TR14 0BL. No flowers by request, but...
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Spreadbury takes his leave from St Pinnock
The St Pinnock Band based in East Cornwall has announced the departure of Musical Director, Chris Spreadbury, after a successful four and a half years at the helm.ChampionsUnder Chris, the band became...
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Army help to Leyland rank and files
The Leyland Band has continued to strengthen its playing ranks ahead of the British Open in September, with the news that the experienced Gareth Wynne comes into the North West contenders on repiano...
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Smithills returns after triumphant US tour
Smithills School Senior Band has just returned to the UK following their triumphant tour to North Carolina (above) under the direction of MD Chris Wormald.Sell outDuring their short stay the band...
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Irvine & Dreghorn claim Commonwealth Gold
With the Commonwealth Games bringing sporting excitement, endeavour and brilliance to the heart of Glasgow at the moment, there was a great opportunity to show just what Scottish brass banding could...
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New MD for Chester as they prepare for Cheltenham
The City of Chester Band has announced that Stephen Gittins has taken over as their new MD as they look forward to performing at the Third Section National Finals at Cheltenham in...
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New principal at Rolls Royce
The Rolls Royce Derby Band has announced the signing of Helen Kirby as their new principal cornet.ExcitedHelen told 4BR: "I’m excited for the challenges that lie ahead, happy to be playing with some...
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Still a chance to get to Framlingham
4BR has been informed that there are still some brass and percussion places up for grabs at the forthcoming Framlingham Brass Band Summer School.PlansPlans are already well advanced for the 30th...
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Fantastic trombone deal at Trevada
There is a fantastic special promotion from Trevada Music this week on the cracking Bb/F Trombone.CelebrationAs part of Trevada’s 30th year celebration we have linked up with 4barsrest to provide...
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Brass in Concert tells bands to get permission
Competitors at this year’s Brass in Concert Championship have been given a strongly worded reminder of the correct guidance they must follow in respect to any music they will perform in their...
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Brighouse set for Youth Day
Brighouse & Rastrick is getting ready to offer a warm welcome to local brass and percussion players on what promises to be an exciting Youth Music Open Day at the band’s famous headquarters on...
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Clayson is recruited to become new MD at Roche Brass
Roche Brass from Cornwall has announced the appointment of Lee Clayson as its new Musical Director.RecruitmentAfter a highly successful 20 year musical career in the British Army, where he held the...
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Welsh youth handed plaudits
The National Youth Brass Band of Wales completed its 2014 course on the weekend with a brace of successful concerts given at Canolfan Beaumaris and the William Aston Hall in Wrexham.Innovative mixThey...
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