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Rochdale and welcomes

October 17, 2019 By Andy Vail Leave a Comment

The band is working hard in preparation for this Sunday's contest at Rochdale. We are delighted to welcome Connor Aldred to the ranks. Connor joins us to fill a vacancy on drum kit. It's a welcome back to Will Haw. Will used to play back row cornet with us but, after a 20-month break, he rejoins as a horn player to add strength in depth. We look … [Read more...]

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Glossop success

October 10, 2019 By Andy Vail Leave a Comment

The band was delighted to perform on Sunday to an appreciative audience at the Band Club in Glossop. It was an ambitious and stamina-demanding programme that demonstrates how much the band has improved over the last year or two. Our attention now turns immediately to the fast-approaching Rochdale contest. Our engagements list for the Autumn season … [Read more...]

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Blackburn and Darwen

September 24, 2019 By Andy Vail Leave a Comment

For the first time ever the band competed at the Blackburn & Darwen March and Hymn Tune contest on Sunday. After the brief march around the market square in Darwen the band performed 'In Love for Me' followed by 'The Wizard'. Matt, our conductor, was his usual, bashful self during the performance. Drawn first on at midday the band was … [Read more...]

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New Season!

August 28, 2019 By Andy Vail Leave a Comment

The band completed the summer season with a traditional bandstand performance at Coronation Park in Ormskirk. The weather was perfect for the occasion and a good crowd gathered to listen. The interval provided a big boost for ice-cream sales! A short break in rehearsals has given all players the opportunity to work on their technique and stamina. We … [Read more...]

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AGM 2019

August 1, 2019 By Andy Vail Leave a Comment

The Bands held their AGM last week. The main discussion of the evening turned out whether to hold it in the band room or at the pub garden. Hot day but forecast for evening thunderstorm, so tough decision but only one winner. The Band manager, both MDs and treasurer all gave very positive reports on the year. The bands are performing well, attracting … [Read more...]

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Welcome to Flixton Band

Flixton Band maintains a proud tradition of music making, which dates back over 140 years. The Band is currently graded first section by the National Brass Band Association of Great Britain, the highest of any Trafford Band. Flixton Band is currently self-funding and does not benefit from sponsorship. Originally formed in 1877, the Flixton Volunteer Band was the result of the formation of the Flixton 1st Volunteer Battalion, Manchester Regiment. (This was the Territorial Army of the period.) The services of the band were in much demand and it gradually became known locally as the Flixton Volunteers Band. … Learn More »

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Flixton Band

The band re-formed in 1967, when it became known as the Flixton Silver Band, and was granted permission to use the Urmston coat of arms on band uniforms and stationery. To this day we still use the coat of arms in association with our band.

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Trophy Cabinet

2024

Areas – 9th First Section

2023 

Wychavon – 10th Championship & Best Percussion

Blackburn & Darwen – 1st Overall

Whit Friday (Saddleworth) – 15th Overall

Areas – 11th First Section

Rehearsals

Flixton Band rehearses on Mondays and Thursdays at the Coach House on Flixton Road. Both rehearsals are 8pm to 10pm.

Thanks to a partnership formed in May 2013 our training band, the Flixton Community Band, rehearses at Flixton Junior School on Delamere Road from 10am to noon each Saturday.

Let’s hope it contributes towards bringing us even more success going forward!

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Musical Director

Adie Smith is our Musical Director.

Adie joined us in 2023 after a stellar playing career as a percussionist with the likes of Wingates, Fairey’s and Black Dyke, winning every major championship.

Adie Smith – Musical Director

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