Although, unfortunately, not Flixton! Our congratulations go to Middleton and our former conductor, Kevin Gibbs. We had a great weekend - worked hard, played well - but clearly did not produce what the adjudicators on the day were looking for in Stephen Bulla's 'Firestorm'. We were placed 15th and move on to Rochdale with confidence. … [Read more...]
Open Rehearsal
It's less than two weeks to go until the National Finals! Supporters are invited to attend an open rehearsal that will take place from 8pm to 10pm on Wednesday, 12th September at the John Alker. This servicemen's club is situated just across the road from the band-room. For supporters, this is an opportunity to see how the band rehearses as well as to … [Read more...]
Sun in the Park
The band worked on their tans at Coronation Park, Ormskirk, on Sunday. Ice creams and slushies were in abundance! With players deputising on principal cornet and solo euphonium (thank you both!), Vicky Finlay was our only soloist of the day. Her flugel solo, Ave Maria, proved popular with the large and appreciative audience. Old favourites, including an … [Read more...]
New Website Launched!
Having arrived here you will have seen that our website has a great new look. Familiar features are all still available with a much clearer and more easily navigable layout. Our thanks to Lee Pritchard, trombonist with our Community Band, for this re-design. … [Read more...]
New faces
The band welcomes three new members to the ranks this week. Harvey Combleholme joins on soprano cornet to replace Tim Brocklehurst who is taking a break. Meanwhile our bass section welcomes Guy Osborn on Eb and Connor Farnell on BBb. We are always interested in meeting potential new members! In particular we have current vacancies for tenor trombone and … [Read more...]
Adie Smith is our Musical Director.