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World Rankings: December Update
Brass in Concert win sends Cory back to the top of the world rankings.Cory Band will finish the year as the number one band in the World of Brass - 4barsrest.com Rankings for a remarkable sixth year in...
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4barsrest Christmas Shopping
Get your orders in as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Although there's still plenty of time to get you CDs and DVDs in time for Chrsitmas, we advise that you place your orders as soon as...
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Radio: Listen to the Band
More from Brass in Concert to enjoy in January at the BBC with FrankListen to the Band:16th JanuaryFrank Renton with performances by the Fairey Band and Leyland Band from Brass in Concert 2012.
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Radio: World of Brass
More great music to bring in Christmas with John Maines.World of Brass Radio:Presented by John Maines www.worldofbrass.com/ÂwobradioA new programme every Friday heard 24/7 52 weeks! Also catch up with...
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Dobson inspires Gillingham success
Award winning composer Simon Dobson has inspired Gillingham Imperial to Wessex success.The arrival of winter has seen busy times at Gillingham Imperial Silver’s bandroom.Recently, British Composer...
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Record entry for University challenge
17 bands will perform at the UniBrass 2013 Championship at Lancaster University next February. A record entry of 17 bands will take part in UniBrass 2013, which will take place at Lancaster University...
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Buffet acquires leading German instrument maker
Buffet Group acquires B&S GmbH, the leading German brass music instrument manufacturer. Nine months after its acquisition by Fondations Capital, Buffet Group has completed the acquisition of...
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Ashworth to present registry discussion paper
Well known conductor David Ashworth hopes to be able to present a registry discussion paper at this weekend's BBE National Forum. There is growing interest in the forthcoming Brass Bands England...
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BBE reveals new Registry team
Brass Bands England reveals the team that has been running the British Brass Band Regisrty since September.On the eve of the National Forum to be held by Brass Bands England in Barnsley, the...
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Support us through iTunes and amazon
Now there's additional ways you can help support 4barsrest - and it won't cost you a penny.Those of you with eagle eyes will have noticed a small amazon and iTunes banners in the top right-hand corner...
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4barsrest Christmas Shopping
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Radio: Sunday Bandstand
More festive music from Chris HelmeSunday Bandstand 9th December:Produced and presented by Chris Helme or further information please see: www.chrishelme-brighouse.org.uk and follow the Sunday Bandstand...
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IBBC admits to money problems
The ambitious International Brass Band Contest in Belgium has admitted that it faces problems paying bands the money they are owed. 4BR has been informed of growing concern from both bands and...
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Drighlington help shine the light
The Drighlington Band has helped shine a light on the wonderful work of their local hospice.The Drighlington Band, who has recently become a registered charity itself has continued to help a charitable...
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World Championships looks for entrants
The famous WMC Kerkrade contest is looking for entrants to claim a world title. The organisers of the World Music Contest Kerkrade have extended the registration period for bands and ensembles wishing...
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Buzz settles in to NZ life
Former Tredegar principal euphonium settles back to homeland musical life with a little help from friends and Besson. Former Tredegar Principal Euphonium Byron Newton has settled back into musical life...
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BBE to consider recommended approach
BBE to reveal further recommended approach to supporters in Registry battle in seven days.Following the Open Forum meeting in Barnsley on the weekend, Brass Bands England has reiterated its belief that...
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Top bands head west for the 2013 Australian Nationals
A strong line up of bands are set to head to Perth for the 2013 Australian Nationals.Not since 1979 has Western Australia hosted the Australian Nationals and next Easter sees the Championships return...
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Every little helps....
Even Tesco has been showing a bit of festive banding spirit.... and beerThe very active West Midlands Divisional Fellowship Band of the Salvation Army is certainly clocking up the engagements this...
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Budgie smugglers set for Kingdom dip
Five of the bravest brass band players in the world are preparing to take a plunge not even a brass monkey would enjoy - all for a great cause.Five of the bravest bandsmen and women you could ever...
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