THE BAND

The present band was re-formed in 1990 to promote brass band music in the town. Over the years, the band has seen many changes in members and our numbers have varied over the years with youngsters going to University and older members taking a well earned break. In November 2004 the band invited Ken Lee to accept the position of Musical Director.

Ken has now moved on and the position is Vacant, being temporarily adopted by Sylvia Somers who is our Principle Horn player.

Sylvia enjoys conducting the band but misses playing and would prefer if the role of Musical Director was taken by someone on a permanent basis.

The band currently has the luxury of being able to call upon over 20 playing members and is lucky enough to be able to call upon invited guests if the need arises. All bands are only as successful as their members enthusiasm allows them to be. If our music matched our enthusiasm we would be a championship band…..watch this space!.

Members range in age from teenagers to octogenarians and we pride ourselves in being a friendly group whose main aim is to enjoy our music. Any new players of any standard will always receive a warm welcome.

MEMBERS

The band is guided by a Committee of five members with a Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer. Formality is kept to a minimum and the Committees primary function is to ensure the smooth running of the business part of running a band.

Secretary is Claire Corp for bookings please email or phone at 01535 634106.

WHERE WE MEET

The band practices on Tuesday evenings from 7.00 to 9.00pm at Gloucester Avenue Rest Centre off Dradishaw Lane in Silsden. ( map)

WHERE WE PLAY

The band play concerts, galas, weddings and church services and are happy to consider other functions in the locality.

We play in Silsden, Addingham, Skipton, Ilkley, Keighley and surrounding areas. We usually entertain a full summer programme and we are always busy at Christmas playing carol concerts which, each year allows us to make a donations to various charities.

HISTORY

Silsden has had a band over various periods, since the early part of the 20 th century. (pictures) as you will see from this early photograph taken in 1906. We have changed slightly since then! We are keen to improve our archive and would welcome information about any part of our band history. If you can assist please contact Claire or come along to our band night.

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