The band was delighted - more than delighted after so long - to take part in the Blackburn and Darwen March and Hymn Tune contest yesterday. Our soloists impressed the adjudicator and we were placed solidly mid-table, coming 8th of the 16 bands competing. Not bad given that we are not yet back in our band-room and have been cut down to just one, … [Read more...]
Back live!
We returned to public performance last month with an outdoor concert programme at Prestwich Clough that was well-received by an appreciative audience. This weekend we return to contest action as we take part in the outdoor March and Hymn contest at Darwen. It will be a great opportunity to catch up with other local bands. Fingers are firmly crossed that … [Read more...]
First performance in how long?!
Rehearsals are now in full swing for our return to public performance - St Mary's Flower Park in Prestwich at 1:40pm on Sunday 22nd August. We are getting closer. Just one metre between chairs at rehearsal and no more bell covers. Hooray! We are hoping to take part in a contest or two this autumn. Please do keep an eye on our engagements page and … [Read more...]
We’re back!
Oh yes! From tomorrow the band is back for its first full rehearsal in more than a year. We may be socially distanced, using bell covers, bringing our own stands and music, wearing face masks when not playing and doing unpleasant things to collect and dispose of anything coming from our water keys, but we'll be back playing together. As lockdown eases … [Read more...]
Like buses…
You wait months through lockdown and then two come along at once. The band has added a summer event at Mary's Flower Park, Prestwich to our ever growing list of engagements. … [Read more...]
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