| Edenbridge
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For
over 100 years the sound of brass has filled the air over the Edenbridge
area from the Edenbridge Town Band who were first documented when
a joint concert was performed with the Edenbridge String Band in
1893.
Today, the band flourishes with a total membership of around
45 musicians, whose ages start from 8 years old, right up to the
oldest member who joined the band over 65 years ago.
For over half
a century, the band practised every Wednesday night in a small
wooden hut at the back of the Doggetts Barn in the Church House
Precinct. The band continued to rehearse here until we moved to
our new purpose built bandroom, in the Market
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The Edenbridge Town Band are looking for new members.
For more details click HERE or on the image below
The Band play a wide range of concerts throughout the season and are very keen to find new members.
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Although most
of the Edenbridge Town Band live in the Edenbridge area, some
travel from as far afield as Caterham, Crowborough, Forest Row,
and Haywards Heath to take part. Like many brass bands there is
a loyalty and enthusiasm which runs right through the whole family,
with parents, children and even grandchildren coming together
to make music, under the baton of our Musical Director Mr David Pocock. The family spirit extends even further than just this
stage, as those who are not so musical, have formed themselves
into a dedicated and hard working supporters group providing much
appreciated help and encouragement.
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| Summer Functions |
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All
through the summer the band can be seen at various functions ranging
from fetes and festivals to sports days. Bookings are taken regularly
around Edenbridge and as far afield as the south coast. Another
frequent engagement takes place in the grounds of Hever
Castle. |
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During
the Autumn months the band takes part in the Armistice Parades
and the Edenbridge Bonfire Society's procession through the streets
on Bonfire Night. Christmas sees the band out in the streets again
playing carols. |
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The
Band was awarded a lottery grant in 1998 where we were able to
replace the ancient instruments, many of which were between 20
and 30 years old.
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The
Edenbridge Town Band
meet every Wednesday from
7.30pm - 9.45pm in the
Bandroom,
Market Yard Car park, Edenbridge.
We are always looking for new members ,
Please call the number below.....
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If
you would like to learn to play a brass instrument or can
already play one and
would like to join the band
Please contact:-
Mrs Lucy Gibb
Hon Secretary
Edenbridge Town Band
Tel: 01732 354432
Mobile: 07766 391766 |
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